Sam Houston vs New Mexico State Picks and Predictions for Sunday, December 21, 2025

By: Cameron Ross Published 12/21/2025, 02:10 AM ET

Sam Houston vs New Mexico State Information

The Sam Houston Bearkats stay on the road Sunday with a 4:00 PM match-up in New Mexico against New Mexico State. Sam Houston has seven wins and three losses this season, with all five wins coming in the last five, including two in a row after a 10-point road victory against Oregon State last time out. The New Mexico State Aggies stay home Sunday with six wins and three losses, riding a three-game skid after a 13-point loss to Tulsa. Stay in the news with our College Basketball Picks.

Sam Houston Preview

Defensively, Sam Houston did just enough in their last outing, giving up 25 points on 44% year from the floor. Sam Houston won the rebounding battle by 20 and pulled in 31 defensive rebounds in the win. Offensively, Sam Houston rolled in their last game, scoring 85 points on 45% shooting and 10 of 27 from beyond the arc.

New Mexico State Preview

Offensively, New Mexico State scores the ball well, averaging 73.6 points on 42% shooting from the floor. Defensively, New Mexico State has held its own, allowing 67.8 points per game this season, but has given up an average of 79 points per game over its last three losses. Jemel Jones leads the New Mexico State offense this season, averaging 16.2 points per game. Big man Julius Mims averages 9.4 points to go along with the team-leading 6.8 rebounds. Gabe Pickens averages 3.9 points and leads the team, dishing out 3.3 assists.

Sam Houston vs New Mexico State Prediction

Both teams are playing good basketball thus far this season, but Sam Houston is the hotter of the two. Look for Sam Houston to control this game on both sides of the ball as they are the better offensive team. Take the Bearkats to do the job as they get the winning cover on the road to extend their current winning streak. Final Score Prediction, Sam Houston Bearkats win and cover 74-66. Make sure you know about how the fans are looking on prediction markets for Sam Houston with the Thrillz promo code. Make the most of your bets on New Mexico State by using the sportsbook promos. Make sure when you place your Sam Houston vs New Mexico State bet you are using the bet365 bonus code.

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