Who's Playing

Southern Utah @ Texas-El Paso

Regular Season Records: Southern Utah 21-11; Texas-El Paso 20-13

What to Know

The Southern Utah Thunderbirds will face off against the Texas-El Paso Miners in a playoff matchup at Don Haskins Center at 9 p.m. ET on Tuesday.

It was a close one, but last week the Thunderbirds sidestepped the Kent State Golden Flashes for an 83-79 win.

Meanwhile, Texas-El Paso earned some postseason bragging rights after a successful outing this past Saturday. They took their contest against the Western Illinois Leathernecks by a conclusive 80-54 score.

Southern Utah is expected to lose this next one by 4.5. Those betting on them against the spread shouldn't have high expectations for them since the team is 1-4 ATS when expected to lose.

With both teams having displayed their playoff mettle, spectators can expect a high-quality game. Check back with CBS Sports for more details during and after the game.

How To Watch

  • When: Tuesday at 9 p.m. ET
  • Where: Don Haskins Center -- El Paso, Texas
  • Follow: CBS Sports App

Odds

The Miners are a 4.5-point favorite against the Thunderbirds, according to the latest college basketball odds.

The oddsmakers had a good feel for the line for this one, as the game opened with the Miners as a 4-point favorite.

Over/Under: -111

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Series History

This is the first time these teams have played each other within the last seven years.

Injury Report for Texas-El Paso

No Injury Information

Injury Report for Southern Utah

  • Tevian Jones: Out for the Season (Wrist)