FINAL
January 28, 2026 β’ Great Southern Bank Arena
NCAAB PREVIEW β’ January 28, 2026
Featured Matchup
Hardwood Matchup: Sam Houston Bearkats meets Missouri State Bears at Great Southern Bank Arena.
Sam Houston Bearkats
Visiting Side
Missouri State Bears
Home Side
Team Matchup Analysis Tale of the Tape
Circled Game Matchup Projection
33%
Sam Houston Bearkats
VS
67%
Missouri State Bears
Projected Score
SAM 77
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MIS 80
Data Confidence
High
Data Used
3 of 4 categories
- Missouri State Bears maintains a stronger scoring margin over opponents.
- Missouri State Bears shoots at a higher clip from the floor.
Sam Houston Bearkats
STAT
Missouri State Bears
Situational Context Environment
Venue Advantage
Host Missouri State Bears plays on familiar turf at Great Southern Bank Arena.
Conditions
Conditions: Dome/Indoor
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Circled Game Analytical Outlook
Circled Game Takeaway
Why Sam Houston Bearkats Could Win
Sam Houston Bearkats generates 80.0 points per game while shooting 45.0%.
Why Missouri State Bears Could Win
Missouri State Bears produces 72.1 points per game on 49.0% shooting.
Deciding Factor
The deciding factor will be if Missouri State Bears's more efficient shooting can break down the defense.
Game Details
Great Southern Bank Arena
Dome/Indoor
Attendance
N/A
Closing Odds
Line: NL | O/U: TBD
Team Leaders
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Roster Information Unavailable
Player leaders will be available shortly.
Consensus Pool
Closed Poll
Circle Crowd Pick Meter
Sam Houston Bearkats (60.7%)
Missouri State Bears (39.3%)
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