Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction, College Basketball Predictions, November 11, 2026
Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction, College Basketball Predictions, November 11, 2026
Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction: records, recent results, team stats and our winner pick.
Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction: quick answers
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Who is the pick? | Sam Houston Bearkats to win |
| Game date | November 11, 2026 |
| Tipoff | Nov 11, 7:30 PM ET / Nov 11, 5:30 PM MT |
| Venue | Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum |
| Game setting | Sam Houston Bearkats at home |
| Type of prediction | Outright winner only |
| Research checked | November 10, 2026 |
Our Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction favors Sam Houston Bearkats. The main reason is the stronger previous-season scoring balance. This is a early-season preview, so the distinction between last year’s production and this year’s personnel matters. The 2025–26 results below provide a baseline, while the 2026–27 roster information helps identify the people available to carry the plan into a new season.
The central question in Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction is whether Sam Houston Bearkats can create useful possessions without giving Pepperdine Waves extra chances.
The market format is straightforward: select the team expected to win, with no required winning margin. Our college basketball betting guide explains the basic choices. You can find the matchup at YouWager; this preview does not claim that a specific price is available or attach the selection to an invented line.
Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction: recent head-to-head history
No completed meeting between Pepperdine Waves and Sam Houston Bearkats appears in the checked 2024–25 and 2025–26 national schedules. That means there is no score from that window to use as a direct recent comparison. It does not mean the programs have never met. For this early-season game, the better evidence is the current setting and the verified team information.
Our Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction gives current personnel more weight than a result produced by a different lineup. The familiar categories in basketball still provide the framework—shooting, possession, rebounding and foul management—but the people executing those tasks can change sharply from one November to the next. A historical win is useful context rather than a substitute for that comparison.
Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction: trends to read correctly
Current season results
Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction: Pepperdine Waves this season
| Date | Opponent | Site | Result | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 07, 2026 | Bethesda Flames | Home | Win | 116–43 |
| Nov 05, 2026 | La Sierra Golden Eagles | Home | Win | 106–66 |
| Nov 02, 2026 | Cornell Big Red | Away | Loss | 85–86 |
For Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction, Pepperdine Waves went 2-1 in the completed games listed here. Read the opponents and venues before treating that small sample as a trend.
Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction: Sam Houston Bearkats this season
| Date | Opponent | Site | Result | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 07, 2026 | Howard Payne Yellow Jackets | Home | Win | 102–59 |
| Nov 03, 2026 | Alabama Crimson Tide | Away | Loss | 74–96 |
For Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction, Sam Houston Bearkats went 1-1 in the completed games listed here. Read the opponents and venues before treating that small sample as a trend.
Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction: fixed betting odds
| Market | Selection | Line | American price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Pepperdine Waves | — | -112 |
| Moneyline | Sam Houston Bearkats | — | -108 |
| Spread | Pepperdine Waves | -1.5 | -112 |
| Spread | Sam Houston Bearkats | 1.5 | -108 |
| Total | Over | 160.5 | -115 |
| Total | Under | 160.5 | -105 |
For Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction, the fixed figures are a comparison snapshot, not confirmed YouWager prices. N/A means a price or line wasn’t verified. The winner pick still stands on the matchup evidence below.
For Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction, the checked 2025–26 results for Pepperdine Waves show 9-23 overall in 32 recorded games, 7-10 in the listed home games and 2-11 in the listed away games. There were 7 games decided by five points or fewer, with 2 wins in that group. These are straight-up results from the stated coverage, not an against-the-spread record. They describe the past schedule rather than a current 2026–27 winning streak.
For Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction, the checked 2025–26 results for Sam Houston Bearkats show 22-12 overall in 34 recorded games, 13-1 in the listed home games and 6-10 in the listed away games. There were 7 games decided by five points or fewer, with 5 wins in that group. These are straight-up results from the stated coverage, not an against-the-spread record. They describe the past schedule rather than a current 2026–27 winning streak.
Those trends need context because a short sequence is sensitive to the opponents and venues in it. The statistical idea of sample variability is useful here. A hot shooting night against one opponent should not automatically become an expectation against another. Our handicapping guide provides a broader way to organize the evidence without confusing a descriptive trend with a guarantee.
Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction: the statistical baseline
| Previous-season measure | Pepperdine Waves | Sam Houston Bearkats |
|---|---|---|
| Checked 2025–26 games | 32 | 34 |
| Record in those games | 9-23 | 22-12 |
| Points per game in those results | 72.2 | 82.3 |
| Points allowed per game in those results | 79.6 | 75.1 |
| Regular-season stat-feed games | 32.0 | 33.0 |
| Field-goal percentage | 42.7 | 46.4 |
| Three-point percentage | 31.7 | 36.7 |
| Free-throw percentage | 75.0 | 72.2 |
| Rebounds per game | 33.9 | 40.7 |
| Offensive rebounds per game | 11.1 | 13.8 |
| Assists per game | 14.1 | 15.3 |
| Turnovers per game | 12.8 | 11.8 |
| Steals per game | 6.0 | 7.2 |
| Blocks per game | 2.8 | 2.8 |
The table supports Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction by keeping the results record separate from the statistical feed. The results can include postseason games; the shooting and possession figures are from the 2025–26 regular-season feed. Where the national feed contains only a small subset for a smaller program, it is not presented as a complete season split. None of these numbers is described as a new-season average. The current game listing can be checked through the matchup schedule.
Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction: Pepperdine Waves last 10 games
| Date | Site | Opponent | W/L | Team score–opponent score | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 07, 2026 | Home | Bethesda Flames | W | 116-43 | 2026–27 |
| Nov 05, 2026 | Home | La Sierra Golden Eagles | W | 106-66 | 2026–27 |
| Nov 02, 2026 | Away | Cornell Big Red | L | 85-86 | 2026–27 |
| Mar 05, 2026 | Neutral | Portland Pilots | L | 68-77 | 2025–26 |
| Feb 28, 2026 | Home | Washington State Cougars | W | 88-79 | 2025–26 |
| Feb 25, 2026 | Home | Seattle U Redhawks | L | 80-87 | 2025–26 |
| Feb 21, 2026 | Away | Oregon State Beavers | L | 73-83 | 2025–26 |
| Feb 18, 2026 | Away | Portland Pilots | W | 95-87 | 2025–26 |
| Feb 14, 2026 | Home | Loyola Marymount Lions | W | 90-89 | 2025–26 |
| Feb 11, 2026 | Away | Saint Mary’s Gaels | L | 60-88 | 2025–26 |
The results window for Pepperdine Waves contains 10 verified games, with a 5-5 record, 86.1 points scored and 78.5 allowed per game. For Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction, these are historical completed results, not ten games already played in the new season. The season column identifies the relevant campaign.
The newest listed result was a win against Bethesda Flames on Nov 07, 2026: 116-43 from the perspective of Pepperdine Waves. In the latest 5 games of this window, the record is 3-2, with scoring averages of 92.6 for and 70.2 against. The strongest margin in the displayed set was 116-43 against Bethesda Flames; the toughest was 60-88 against Saint Mary’s Gaels.
Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction: Sam Houston Bearkats last 10 games
| Date | Site | Opponent | W/L | Team score–opponent score | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 07, 2026 | Home | Howard Payne Yellow Jackets | W | 102-59 | 2026–27 |
| Nov 03, 2026 | Away | Alabama Crimson Tide | L | 74-96 | 2026–27 |
| Mar 18, 2026 | Away | New Mexico Lobos | L | 83-107 | 2025–26 |
| Mar 13, 2026 | Neutral | Kennesaw State Owls | L | 73-79 | 2025–26 |
| Mar 11, 2026 | Neutral | New Mexico State Aggies | W | 69-61 | 2025–26 |
| Mar 07, 2026 | Away | Liberty Flames | L | 72-79 | 2025–26 |
| Mar 05, 2026 | Away | Delaware Blue Hens | L | 80-83 | 2025–26 |
| Feb 28, 2026 | Home | Missouri State Bears | W | 86-81 | 2025–26 |
| Feb 26, 2026 | Home | Florida International Panthers | W | 100-67 | 2025–26 |
| Feb 21, 2026 | Home | Jacksonville State Gamecocks | W | 82-78 | 2025–26 |
The results window for Sam Houston Bearkats contains 10 verified games, with a 5-5 record, 82.1 points scored and 79.0 allowed per game. For Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction, these are historical completed results, not ten games already played in the new season. The season column identifies the relevant campaign.
The newest listed result was a win against Howard Payne Yellow Jackets on Nov 07, 2026: 102-59 from the perspective of Sam Houston Bearkats. In the latest 5 games of this window, the record is 2-3, with scoring averages of 80.2 for and 80.4 against. The strongest margin in the displayed set was 102-59 against Howard Payne Yellow Jackets; the toughest was 83-107 against New Mexico Lobos.
Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction: offense, defense and possessions
The first matchup question in Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction is how Pepperdine Waves and Sam Houston Bearkats handle the ball before the defense is set.
The second question in Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction is who finishes possessions on the glass. One defensive stop does not help if the offense immediately gets a second attempt.
The direct shooting comparison puts Pepperdine Waves at 48.8% effective field-goal shooting and Sam Houston Bearkats at 53.1%. The difference is 4.3 percentage points, favoring Sam Houston Bearkats. Meanwhile, the previous turnover averages were 12.8 for Pepperdine Waves and 11.8 for Sam Houston Bearkats.
Pepperdine Waves: what the baseline says
The checked 2025–26 results for Pepperdine Waves cover 32 completed games and a 9-23 record. In that set, the scoring averages are 72.2 points for and 79.6 points against. Postseason games are included in the results record where they were played. For this early-season game against Sam Houston Bearkats, those figures describe the previous team.
The shooting baseline for Pepperdine Waves was 42.7% from the field and 31.7% from three in the 2025–26 regular-season statistical feed. That outside percentage makes shot selection important; volume alone would not establish a reliable scoring plan.
The calculated effective field-goal percentage for Pepperdine Waves is 48.8%, and 38.5% of field-goal attempts came from three-point range. Effective field-goal percentage gives extra credit to a made three.
At the foul line, Pepperdine Waves averaged 19.5 attempts per game and converted 75.0%. Strong drives and good post position create different pressure from a player leaning into difficult contact. Sam Houston Bearkats need to defend without repeatedly sending a capable shooter to the stripe.
The ball-movement profile shows 14.1 assists and 12.8 turnovers per game for Pepperdine Waves, with an assist-to-turnover ratio of 1.1. Those are team figures, so they do not identify one guard as responsible for every decision.
Rebounding gives Pepperdine Waves another way to influence possessions. The previous regular-season feed lists 33.9 total rebounds per game, including 11.1 on offense and 22.8 on defense. Still, Sam Houston Bearkats need to finish each defensive stand with the ball.
For defensive disruption, Pepperdine Waves recorded 6.0 steals and 2.8 blocks per game. These numbers are useful clues about past events rather than a complete rating of the current defense.
Sam Houston Bearkats: what the baseline says
The checked 2025–26 results for Sam Houston Bearkats cover 34 completed games and a 22-12 record. In that set, the scoring averages are 82.3 points for and 75.1 points against. Postseason games are included in the results record where they were played. For this early-season game against Pepperdine Waves, those figures describe the previous team.
The shooting baseline for Sam Houston Bearkats was 46.4% from the field and 36.7% from three in the 2025–26 regular-season statistical feed. The three-point percentage supports respecting the outside shot, while the new rotation still has to reproduce it. A team can shoot the same number of threes while creating a very different quality of offense.
The calculated effective field-goal percentage for Sam Houston Bearkats is 53.1%, and 36.4% of field-goal attempts came from three-point range. Effective field-goal percentage gives extra credit to a made three.
At the foul line, Sam Houston Bearkats averaged 21.5 attempts per game and converted 72.2%. Getting to the line can support scoring even when jump shots are uneven, but the route matters. Strong drives and good post position create different pressure from a player leaning into difficult contact. Pepperdine Waves need to defend without repeatedly sending a capable shooter to the stripe.
The ball-movement profile shows 15.3 assists and 11.8 turnovers per game for Sam Houston Bearkats, with an assist-to-turnover ratio of 1.3. Those are team figures, so they do not identify one guard as responsible for every decision. The answer will help determine whether the offense can keep its spacing and use its preferred actions.
Rebounding gives Sam Houston Bearkats another way to influence possessions. The previous regular-season feed lists 40.7 total rebounds per game, including 13.8 on offense and 26.9 on defense. Still, Pepperdine Waves need to finish each defensive stand with the ball.
For defensive disruption, Sam Houston Bearkats recorded 7.2 steals and 2.8 blocks per game. These numbers are useful clues about past events rather than a complete rating of the current defense.
2026–27 personnel and roster context
Pepperdine Waves: current roster reference
| 2026–27 roster reference | Position | Height | Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anto Balian | G | 6′ 1″ | Sophomore |
| Faruk Biberovic | F | 6′ 10″ | Freshman |
| Colin Chou | G | 6′ 5″ | Sophomore |
| Alex Constanza | F | 6′ 8″ | Freshman |
| Youri Fritz | F | 6′ 9″ | Senior |
| Evan Haywood | G | 6′ 4″ | Junior |
| Oliver Kanden | F | 6′ 6″ | Freshman |
| David Mager | G | 6′ 4″ | Senior |
| Petar Majstorovic | F | 6′ 8″ | Junior |
| Will McClendon | G | 6′ 3″ | Senior |
| Ethan Meuser | F | 6′ 8″ | Senior |
| Anthony Robinson | F | 6′ 10″ | Senior |
| Dontae Russo-Nance | G | 6′ 3″ | Freshman |
| Oren Sahar | G | 6′ 4″ | Freshman |
| Jahari Williamson | G | 6′ 1″ | Senior |
The current roster feed lists Griff Aldrich as head coach for Pepperdine Waves. The table gives the listed players, positions, heights and classes. A name on the roster also does not establish a particular minute load.
Sam Houston Bearkats: current roster reference
| 2026–27 roster reference | Position | Height | Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Begg | G | 6′ 0″ | Junior |
| Jacobe Coleman | G | 6′ 3″ | Sophomore |
| Matt Dann | F | 7′ 1″ | Sophomore |
| Riccardo Greppi | F | 6′ 10″ | Junior |
| Mahliq Guiseppi-Kitson | G | 6′ 6″ | Freshman |
| Rylan Kelly | G | 6′ 3″ | Freshman |
| Alec Loustau | F | 6′ 8″ | Freshman |
| Aidan McDowell | G | 6′ 4″ | Junior |
| Nathan Nguyen | G | 6′ 0″ | Sophomore |
| Yoda Oke | F | 6′ 7″ | Junior |
| Keller Partain | G | 6′ 6″ | Sophomore |
| Zion Pipkin | G | 6′ 1″ | Junior |
| Xavier Roberson | G | 6′ 6″ | Freshman |
| Cheikh Sadibou Ndiaye | F | 6′ 10″ | Junior |
| Enel St. Bernard | F | 6′ 6″ | Senior |
The current roster feed lists Chris Mudge as head coach for Sam Houston Bearkats. The table gives the listed players, positions, heights and classes. A name on the roster also does not establish a particular minute load.
The roster information gives Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction a necessary new-season check. Experience labels help describe the group, but a senior transfer can still be new to the system.
Game setting and the likely paths to a win
The setting for Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction is Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum. The listed tipoff is Nov 11, 7:30 PM ET / Nov 11, 5:30 PM MT.
The preferred script in Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction has Sam Houston Bearkats generating repeated useful possessions instead of needing an unusual run of steals or contested three-pointers. A lead would allow that team to keep using its normal offense rather than forcing a response.
The main risk to Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction is that this game reveals a different level of organization from the one suggested by the previous-season baseline.
That is why the winner opinion is kept separate from a specific betting price. Our moneyline betting guide explains the format. At YouWager, the final game status and any confirmed availability changes should be checked before deciding whether to place a wager. Nothing in this preview turns the pick into a guaranteed score or a reason to chase an earlier loss.
Common questions about this matchup
Are these new-season statistics?
No. The historical results and statistical baselines are labeled 2025–26. The roster reference is labeled 2026–27 where that roster is available. Exhibition results are not silently blended into a regular-season record.
Does the pick require a certain winning margin?
No. Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction selects Sam Houston Bearkats to win the game outright. It does not require a point-spread cover and does not attach the pick to an unverified total. The betting school guides explain how those markets differ. A team can be the preferred winner while its current price is still a separate decision.
What should be checked again before tipoff?
Confirmed availability changes and the final game listing matter most. A different primary ball handler or an unavailable interior defender could change the matchup more than a small difference in last year’s average. The handicapping guide adds background on evaluating the market, while this preview keeps the focus on the two teams and the winner.
Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction: three things to watch
Start with shot quality in Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction. A few difficult makes can build a lead without proving the offense has found a dependable shot.
Next, count the possessions that end without a shot. In Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction, Pepperdine Waves can narrow the gap if it forces bad passes and turns those mistakes into quick points.
Finally, look at who comes away with the ball after the first miss. For Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction, a strong rebounding stretch can keep a team in the game even if it starts cold. Watch whether help defenders get back to their box-outs after a drive.
Pepperdine Waves vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Prediction: final pick
The selection is Sam Houston Bearkats after weighing the available scoring history, the roster context and the setting. The case for Pepperdine Waves depends on turning enough possessions in its favor to interrupt that route.
The matchup can be followed at YouWager as game day approaches. Research was checked November 10, ahead of the November 11 slate, with earlier-season results clearly identified rather than presented as current form.
Our prediction: Sam Houston Bearkats to win.