Friday's contest features the Texas State Bobcats (2-0) and the UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros (0-2) matching up at Strahan Arena in what should be a one-sided matchup, with a projected 79-52 win for heavily favored Texas State according to our computer prediction. Tipoff is at 6:00 PM ET on November 17.

The Vaqueros' last outing was a 65-64 loss to Florida International on Friday.

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UT Rio Grande Valley vs. Texas State Game Info

  • When: Friday, November 17, 2023 at 6:00 PM ET
  • Where: Strahan Arena in San Marcos, Texas
  • How to Watch on TV: ESPN+
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+

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UT Rio Grande Valley vs. Texas State Score Prediction

  • Prediction: Texas State 79, UT Rio Grande Valley 52

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UT Rio Grande Valley Performance Insights (2022-23)

  • The Vaqueros were outscored by 5.2 points per game last season with a -158 scoring differential overall. They put up 62.3 points per game (237th in college basketball) and allowed 67.5 per outing (262nd in college basketball).
  • In 2022-23, UT Rio Grande Valley put up 65.5 points per game in WAC action, and 62.3 overall.
  • In 2022-23, the Vaqueros averaged 2.2 fewer points per game at home (61.6) than on the road (63.8).
  • At home, UT Rio Grande Valley allowed 63.4 points per game, 8.2 fewer points than it allowed on the road (71.6).

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