Kennesaw State Owls vs Louisiana Tech Bulldogs Picks and Predictions for Saturday March 14 2026
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The Kennesaw State Owls face the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs in the CUSA Championship Final on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Propst Arena in Huntsville, Alabama. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:30 PM ET with television coverage on CBSSN. Kennesaw State is favored by -1.5 with the total set at 141.5, while the Owls are -125 on the moneyline and Louisiana Tech is +105. Be sure to check out our free college basketball picks for more daily betting insights and predictions.
Owls Rely on Fast-Paced Offense in Championship Push
The Kennesaw State Owls enter the CUSA Championship with a 20-13 overall record and a 10-10 conference record. Kennesaw State advanced to the final after recently winning over Sam Houston 79-73 in the CUSA Tournament semifinal. The Owls have been playing well recently, recently winning over Sam Houston, Western Kentucky, and Delaware while recently losing to New Mexico State and UTEP.
Kennesaw State has been one of the higher-scoring teams in Conference USA this season, averaging 83.9 points per game while allowing 76.5 points per game. The Owls shoot 45% from the field and average 40.5 rebounds and 14.5 assists per game. Defensively they contribute 5.3 blocks and 7.1 steals per game, giving them the ability to create extra possessions and protect the rim.
In their semifinal victory over Sam Houston, Kennesaw State delivered a strong second-half performance to pull away. Amir Taylor led the Owls with 23 points, while Frankquon Sherman led the team with seven rebounds, helping Kennesaw State stay competitive on the glass. Their ability to push the pace and score efficiently down the stretch will be an important factor against a disciplined Louisiana Tech defense.
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Bulldogs Lean on Defense in Tournament Run
The Louisiana Tech Bulldogs enter the CUSA Championship with a 20-13 overall record and an 11-9 conference record. Louisiana Tech advanced to the championship after recently winning over Missouri State 69-66 in the semifinal round. The Bulldogs have been in strong form lately, recently winning over Missouri State, Middle Tennessee, Delaware, and Liberty while recently losing to FIU.
Louisiana Tech has built its success this season around defense and controlled offensive execution. The Bulldogs average 70.2 points per game while allowing just 64.8 points per game, one of the best defensive marks in the conference. They shoot 45% from the field and average 38.4 rebounds and 12.7 assists per game, while defensively contributing 4.8 blocks and 7.6 steals per game.
In their semifinal victory over Missouri State, Louisiana Tech leaned heavily on AJ Bates, who led the Bulldogs with 27 points while also contributing six assists. On the boards, Avery Thomas II led the team with 12 rebounds, helping Louisiana Tech control the glass and secure a narrow victory. Their defensive discipline and rebounding effort will be critical in slowing down Kennesaw State’s high-scoring offense.
Kennesaw State vs Louisiana Tech Pick
Kennesaw State vs Louisiana Tech Spread Pick
- Pick: Kennesaw State -1.5
Kennesaw State enters this matchup with the more explosive offense and the ability to score quickly in transition. While Louisiana Tech has a strong defensive profile, the Owls’ pace and rebounding ability can create additional possessions and scoring opportunities. With momentum from their semifinal win and a balanced scoring attack, Kennesaw State has the edge to cover the small spread.
Kennesaw State vs Louisiana Tech Total Pick
- Pick: Over 141.5
I like the over in this matchup because Kennesaw State’s offense consistently pushes the pace and averages nearly 84 points per game. Even though Louisiana Tech prefers a slower tempo, they have shown the ability to score efficiently when needed. With the pressure of a championship game often leading to late-game fouling and scoring bursts, I expect this total to creep past the number.
Final Score Prediction: Kennesaw State 76, Louisiana Tech 72
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