West Virginia Mountaineers vs. Cincinnati Bearcats live stream, TV channel, start time, odds
West Virginia lost to Baylor 74-71 on the road in its most recent game. Its top scorers were Javon Small (22 PTS, 6 AST, 2 STL, 43.75 FG%, 2-10 from 3PT) and Toby Okani (19 PTS, 7 REB, 2 BLK, 53.33 FG%, 3-4 from 3PT).
Cincinnati fell on the road to Iowa State 81-70 last time out, and were led by Jizzle James (25 PTS, 56.25 FG%, 5-9 from 3PT) and Day Day Thomas (13 PTS, 30.77 FG%).
Here is everything you need to get ready for Wednesday's college basketball game.
Check out: USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll Watch college basketball on Fubo! West Virginia Mountaineers vs. Cincinnati Bearcats Game day: Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Wednesday, February 19, 2025 Game time: 7:00 PM ET
7:00 PM ET TV: ESPN2
ESPN2 Live stream: Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply) NCAA Basketball Odds and Betting Lines Spread: West Virginia -3.5
West Virginia -3.5 Total: 129.5
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