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Ole Miss at Arkansas odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Ole Miss at Arkansas odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 14 Ole Miss Rebels (8-2, 4-2 SEC) travel to Fayetteville to take on the Arkansas Razorbacks (5-5, 2-4) Saturday at 7:30 p.m. ET (SEC Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Ole Miss vs. Arkansas odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

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The Rebels blew their chance to make it to Atlanta for the 1st SEC title game with their 30-24 loss to Alabama on Saturday, but did cover as 10.5-point underdogs. Ole Miss is in line for a good bowl game for a second season in a row. Last season the 10-2 Rebels went to the Sugar Bowl and that is again a possibility if the team can remain focused and beat Arkansas this week.

Arkansas lost an ugly 13-10 game to LSU Saturday. With QB K.J. Jefferson out, Arkansas was not able to do anything on offense. Of course, LB Harold Perkins of LSU and his 4 sacks and 2 forced fumbles had a lot to do with that also.

This game will be a run heavy game. Jefferson is hoping to be back for Arkansas and his size, 6’5 and 240 pounds, is a tough load to bring down when he runs. On the other side, despite the air raid label, Ole Miss has rushed the ball better than any other team in the SEC in 2022. They will continue to run in this game and can take advantage of an Arkansas defense which has not been good for most of this season.

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Ole Miss at Arkansas odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 10:36 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Ole Miss -135 (bet $135 to win $100) | Arkansas +115 (bet $100 to win $115)
Against the spread (ATS): Ole Miss -2.5 (-110) | Arkansas +2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 64.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Rutgers at Michigan State picks and predictions

Prediction

Ole Miss 34, Arkansas 27

Moneyline

PASS.

My feeling is that Ole Miss wins this game and covers the ATS. Therefore, I would rather save the juice and not bet -135 on the Rebels.

Against the spread

BET OLE MISS -2.5 (-110).

The Rebels come into this game mad after blowing the game against Alabama Saturday. Arkansas is not Alabama, and the Rebels will be able to control this matchup against the Razorbacks.

If Jefferson returns for Arkansas, it would give them a big lift. But it is unknown if he will play and how healthy he would be if he does.

This game last season ended 52-51 Ole Miss after Arkansas missed a game winning 2-point conversion. This game will not get to that point, either in score or in closesness of the final score. Ole Miss -2.5 (-110) is my favorite way to play this game.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 64.5 (-112).

A 52-51 final will not happen this year like it did in 2021.

The Rebels offense which was carried by QB Matt Corral in 2021 is now carried by the run game. Ole Miss leads the SEC in rushing, and it will be a focus again this week.

On the other side, with Jefferson iffy to play we saw what the Arkansas offense can do when he is not on the field. Nothing. This game looks to be an Under waiting to happen. This number is so high due to last season’s game and the public perception of the 2 teams. It will not be the same shootout in 2022 and I like Under 64.5 (-112).

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TCU at Baylor odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s TCU at Baylor odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 4 TCU Horned Frogs (10-0, 7-0 Big 12) will travel to Waco to battle the Baylor Bears (6-4, 4-3) Saturday at noon ET (FOX). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the TCU vs. Baylor odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

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Max Duggan leads the Horned Frogs into Waco to battle it out with defending Big 12 champion Baylor Bears. In the 1st year under coach Sonny Dykes, TCU has returned to and surpassed any glory the team has had in many decades. With an undefeated mark, TCU looks to continue its march to the playoffs.

Baylor still has a chance to get to the conference championship game. After an ugly 31-3 loss to Kansas State last Saturday, the Bears must win this game and hope a lot of pieces fall their way.

Coach Dave Aranda has gotten Baylor over the hump in the Big 12 and is trying to build a perennial title contender. While 2022 might not be the next championship for Baylor, a win here could set the team up heading into 2023.

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TCU at Baylor odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 10:04 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): TCU -135 (bet $135 to win $100) | Baylor +115 (bet $100 to win $115)
Against the spread (ATS): TCU -2.5 (-113) | Baylor +2.5 (-107)
Over/Under (O/U): 57 (O: -111 | U: -109)

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TCU at Baylor picks and predictions

Prediction

TCU 36, Baylor 24

Moneyline

PASS.

If Baylor were going to win, the +115 would be excellent value. But with the fact TCU -135 should be the outright winner, I would rather take the -2.5 and save some money.

Against the spread

BET TCU -2.5 (-113).

The undefeated Horned Frogs, fresh off a 17-10 win at Texas, are on a mission. Duggan will continue to flourish in Dykes’ offense and the Horned Frogs will take care of the Bears without the spread coming into play.

TCU is ranked 4th in the College Football Playoff rankings and do not want a repeat of 2014 when they were ranked 3, beat Iowa State 55-3 and were dropped to 6th by the committee. TCU will leave no doubt in this game who is better. TCU -2.5 (-113) is my favorite play.

Over/Under

BET OVER 57 (-111).

Even though TCU held Texas to 3 points for most of the game Saturday, the defense, normally an elite unit under Gary Patterson, is not the major force for the Horned Frogs.

Before Saturday, in 6 conference games, TCU has allowed an average of 29.6 points per game while scoring an average of 41.5 points. This will be another game where they allow some points to be scored by Baylor. The total is not overly aggressive and is the right number for this game. Even so, I think the Over hits more often then the Under. So, give me the Over 57 (-111).

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Georgia at Kentucky odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Georgia at Kentucky odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 1 Georgia Bulldogs (10-0, 7-0 SEC) will travel to Lexington to take on the Kentucky Wildcats (6-4, 3-4) Saturday at 3:30 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Georgia vs. Kentucky odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

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With Georgia all but assured a playoff berth, coach Kirby Smart will use this game to make sure all the young talent on the roster has a chance to get experience before heading into the postseason.

After demolishing Tennessee 27-13, a letdown could have been had in the next game against an air raid offense in Mississippi State. Instead, the Bulldogs went to Starkville and throttled the Bulldogs 45-19. Georgia is on a mission to repeat as national champion and Kentucky is its next victim.

Kentucky started the season with so much promise. QB Will Levis was thought to be a possible NFL 1st overall draft pick and things were good. But the offensive line has not done Levis favors, and he has been hurt due to the inadequacies of the unit. He has missed games and the offense has suffered as a result. While the defense is still solid, this was not enough to keep the Wildcats from a 24-21 loss to Vanderbilt, which got its 1st SEC win after 26 straight defeats.

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Georgia at Kentucky odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 9:46 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Georgia -1900 (bet $1,900 to win $100) | Kentucky +925 (bet $100 to win $925)
Against the spread (ATS): Georgia -22.5 (-111) | Kentucky +22 (-109)
Over/Under (O/U): 49 (O: -109 | U: -111)

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Georgia at Kentucky picks and predictions

Prediction

Georgia 37, Kentucky 13

Moneyline

PASS.

If Kentucky had any chance to win +925 would be great. It does not and I am unwilling to wager -1900 on Georgia.

Against the spread

BET GEORGIA -22.5 (-111).

Georgia will come into this game looking to show the playoff committee they are the unquestioned No. 1 team. They will do so in emphatic fashion with a big win over Kentucky.

Levis has not been the stud QB we all expected him to be before the season started. In many ways, Georgia QB Stetson Bennett has been what Levis was supposed to be. With the weapons surrounding Bennett, including TE Brock Bowers who not only catches the ball but takes end arounds 75 yards for a TD, Georgia is almost unstoppable. Kentucky will find this out early and often Saturday. The only way this game remains close is if Georgia calls off the dogs. Even if they do, if a team starts to get too close, Kirby Smart has been known to throw another score up for good measure. Therefore Georgia -22.5 (-111) is my favorite play.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 49 (-111).

I would make this my favorite play, but I am afraid Georgia might just score too much.

Kentucky will be unable to score in Georgia. In 7 SEC games, Kentucky has scored 134 points. An average of 19.1 points. In 7 SEC games of its own, Georgia has only allowed 13 points per game while averaging 40.7 points scored. If Georgia gets to 40, this game might hit the Over. But I do not think they will need to, and I do not see Kentucky getting more than 13 points. So, the safer play is the Under 49 (-111).

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Miami at Clemson odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Miami at Clemson odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Miami Hurricanes (5-5, 3-3 ACC) meet the No. 9 Clemson Tigers (9-1, 7-0) Saturday at Memorial Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Miami vs. Clemson odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

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The Tigers also checked in No. 9 in the College Football Playoff standings Tuesday, and Clemson has already clinched a spot in the Dec. 3 ACC Championship Game against No. 13 North Carolina.

The Hurricanes scored a 35-14 road win as 2-point underdogs last week at Georgia Tech, keeping hopes alive for a bowl bid. Miami either needs to win this week and/or next week at home against Pittsburgh to attain bowl eligibility.

The cover last week for Miami snapped an 0-8 ATS skid, and the Over was just its 2nd in the last 6 outings.

The Tigers worked over visiting Louisville 31-16 last weekend, and can wrap up a perfect ACC record with a win. Clemson’s lone loss was a 35-14 non-conference setback at Notre Dame on Nov. 5. The Tigers are 4-2 ATS in the last 6 games overall.

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Miami at Clemson odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 7:06 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Miami +750 (bet $100 to win $750) | Clemson -1400 (bet $1,400 to win $100)
Against the spread: Miami +19 (-109) | Clemson -19 (111)
Over/Under (O/U): 47.5 (O: -111 | U: -109)

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Miami at Clemson picks and predictions

Prediction

Clemson 31, Miami 15

Moneyline

Clemson (-1400) will cost you 14 times your potential return, and that’s just too expensive and not a good bet over the long haul. Even in a parlay with several other teams there is just no value here.

PASS.

Against the spread

MIAMI +19 (-109) is fighting for bowl eligibility, while Clemson -19 (-111) has already clinched a spot in the ACC title game.

Coach Dabo Swinney isn’t going to let the Tigers coast in the final 2 games against Miami and South Carolina, but the Tigers could display a little less hunger and desperation with nothing really left to play for except pride.

Technically, a playoff spot is still possible for the Tigers, but most of the pundits believe that ship sailed with the 21-point loss to an average Notre Dame team. The U is likely to have a little more motivation here.

Over/Under

UNDER 47.5 (-109) is the lean in this ACC battle.

Miami’s defense is actually not half bad, allowing just 23.9 PPG to rank 48th. It is particularly decent against the run, allowing 125.7 yards per game, which is bad news for Clemson’s Will Shipley.

Clemson’s D is equally stout, allowing just 343.1 total yards per game (32nd in the country), 114.2 yards per game on the ground (21st) and 21.0 PPG overall (28th), so Miami will have trouble moving the ball.

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San Antonio Spurs at Sacramento Kings odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s San Antonio Spurs at Sacramento Kings odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The San Antonio Spurs (6-9) visit the Sacramento Kings (7-6) Thursday for a 10 p.m. ET tip-off from Golden 1 Center. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Spurs vs. Kings odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Spurs come into this one on a 2-game slide with their most recent loss Tuesday at the Portland Trail Blazers 117-110, but they did cover as 8.5-point underdogs. C Jakob Poeltl carried the load offensively with 31 points on 14-for-17 shooting. It was a very close battle in all of the major statistics, but in the end it was the lack of 3-point shooting that lost the game for the Spurs — they shot 31% (9-for-29) behind the arc compared the Blazers’ 46.9% (15-for-32).

The Kings are playing their best basketball in years. They’ve won 4 straight and 3 of those wins came against teams that were thought of as championship contenders. Their most recent win was Tuesday as 1.5-point favorites against the Brooklyn Nets in a 153-121 outing. The Kings had 7 players score in double figures that game, including 31 points from G Terence Davis, who shot 7-for-10 from 3.

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Spurs at Kings odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 4:33 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Spurs +240 (bet $100 to win $240) | Kings -290 (bet $290 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Spurs +7.5 (-110) | Kings -7.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 236.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Spurs at Kings key injuries

Spurs

G Malaki Branham (ankle) out
C Zach Collins (leg) out
F Keldon Johnson (ankle) questionable
G Romeo Langford (health and safety protocols) out
F Doug McDermott (calf) questionable

Kings

F Keegan Murray (back) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Spurs at Kings picks and predictions

Prediction

Kings 126, Spurs 118

Moneyline

AVOID.

The Kings (-290) are rolling right now and should win this game, which is why I would steer clear of this costly moneyline. The upset pick — Spurs (+240) — is one I would like if we were looking at the Kings of the first week of the season when they opened 0-4, but they’ve won 7 of 9 since, playing some outstanding basketball. Expect that to continue against a lackluster San Antonio squad.

Against the spread

LEAN KINGS -7.5 (-110).

There is a fair amount of risk associated with this bet.

The Spurs’ mix of terrible defense and mediocre offense is what makes me lean toward the Kings covering the spread Thursday. The Kings have looked phenomenal as of late and have blown out teams that are much better than this Spurs team. Expect the Kings to win by a good margin and cover the 7.5 spread at home.

Over/Under

BET OVER 236.5 (-110) is the BEST BET for this game.

The Spurs and Kings both have bottom-4 defenses in the NBA in terms of opponent points per game, with the Kings allowing 117.0 to rank 27th and the Spurs allowing a league-worst 119.5. Couple that with the fact that the Kings have the 2nd-highest scoring offense (119.5 PPG) in the NBA and the Spurs are in the middle of the pack (112.0 PPG), and we have a recipe for a high-scoring shootout.

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Detroit Pistons at Los Angeles Clippers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Detroit Pistons at Los Angeles Clippers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Detroit Pistons (3-12) and Los Angeles Clippers (8-7) meet Thursday at Crypto.com Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Pistons vs. Clippers odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Pistons covered the spread as 4.5-point home underdogs in a 115-111 home loss vs. the Toronto Raptors Monday. Coach Dwane Casey had previously won 6 consecutive games vs. Toronto.

Detroit is 1-6-1 against the spread (ATS) in its last 8 road games as it embarks on a 6-game western road trip.

The Clippers covered as 6.5-point underdogs in a 103-101 loss at the Dallas Mavericks Tuesday. F Paul George finished with a team-high 23 points, but also committed 10 turnovers.

Los Angeles has the 5th-best odds to win the NBA Finals at +750.

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Pistons at Clippers odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 3:02 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pistons +320 (bet $100 to win $320) | Clippers -400 (bet $400 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Pistons +8.5 (+100) | Clippers -8.5 (-120)
Over/Under (O/U): 217.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Pistons at Clippers key injuries

Pistons

G Cade Cunningham (shin) out
G Cory Joseph (hip) questionable
F Isaiah Stewart (toe) out

Clippers

F Paul George (hand) questionable
G Luke Kennard (calf) doubtful
F Kawhi Leonard (knee) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Pistons at Clippers picks and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 106, Pistons 104

Moneyline

PASS.

The Clippers (-400) should win, but their ML is too expensive. Detroit has lost 3 consecutive games without Cunningham (19.9 points per game), but rookie G Jaden Ivey has been filling the void by averaging 23.5 points in Detroit’s last 2 games.

Against the spread

BET PISTONS +8.5 (+100).

The Pistons play well vs. the Clippers. Detroit is 4-1 ATS in the last 5 head-to-head meetings in Los Angeles.

The Pistons are 1-1-1 ATS in their last 3 games and their 1 ATS loss was by 0.5 points. Take the points with the undervalued Pistons.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 217.5 (-115).

Los Angeles should help the Under hit. The Clippers held the Mavericks to 103 points Tuesday and the Pistons are 28th in the NBA in points per game (108.5). The Under is 7-2 in the last 9 head-to-head meetings and I expect this trend to continue.

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Portland at Air Force odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Portland at Air Force odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Portland Pilots (3-1) and Air Force Falcons (1-2) battle in a Thursday dogfight in Colorado Springs. The opening tip at Clune Arena is slated for 9 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Portland vs. Air Force odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Portland is coming off its 1st loss of the season, a 77-65 setback at Kent State. The Pilots were 5.5-point underdogs, but were undone against the Golden Flashes by their worst turnover game in 5 years. Portland committed 27 turnovers and also shot a season-low 40.8% from the floor.

The Falcons are at home for a 3rd straight game after opening the season on the road. A favored-by-3.5 Air Force lost its last time out when Texas A&M-Commerce won 73-69 in overtime on Monday. A 15-of-26 (57.7%) night at the free-throw line proved costly in the loss.

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Portland at Air Force odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 2:38 p.m. ET.

Moneyline: Portland -200 (bet $200 to win $100) | Air Force +160 (bet $100 to win $160)
Against the spread (ATS): Portland -4.5 (-105) | Air Force +4.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 139.5 (O: -115 | U: -114)

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Portland at Air Force picks and predictions

Prediction

Portland 74, Air Force 67

Moneyline

PASS. Not worth the risk.

Against the spread

The Pilots are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games following an ATS loss. The Falcons are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 home games.

Portland brings a lot of talent back from a 19-15 squad that took on very tough foes in last year’s West Coast Conference and finished 7-7.

For Air Force, this game represents a jump in class from what it has seen so far. The Pilots’ edges in rebounding and production from the free-throw and 3-point lines are significant. There is also a pace problem here for the Falcons. Slow Air Force is 0-2 ATS this season against fast teams. The Falcons struggled against fast Mountain West foes last winter.

Look for fast Portland to stretch out a win by 6-8 points.

BACK THE PILOTS -4.5 (-105).

Over/Under

Peg this match-up as a slight Over lean. PASS, but circle back and consider an Over if the total drops below 138.

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Nebraska at St. John’s odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Nebraska at St. John’s odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Nebraska Cornhuskers (2-0) and St. John’s Red Storm (3-0) tee it up in a Thursday showdown between early-season unbeatens in New York. The opening tip at Carnesecca Arena will be at 6:30 p.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Nebraska vs. St. John’s odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Nebraska is 2-0 straight-up (SU) and 0-2 against the spread (ATS) after wins over lightly regarded Maine and Nebraska-Omaha. The new-look Cornhuskers have turned over much of a rotation that produced a 10-22 mark last season. Senior G Sam Griesel — a transfer from North Dakota State — has scored 40 points through Nebraska’s first 2 games.

St. John’s is 3-0 SU and 1-2 ATS. The Red Storm has failed to cover big point spreads in its last 2 games, but the offense has certainly been humming along nicely. SJU has scored 90.3 points per game while shooting 54.8% from the floor and 41.2% from beyond the 3-point arc.

Thursday’s contest is part of the Gavitt Tipoff Games, an annual 8-game series played between the Big Ten and Big East.

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Nebraska at St. John’s odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 2:20 p.m. ET.

Moneyline: Nebraska +360 (bet $100 to win $360 | St. John’s -525 (bet $100 to win $525)
Against the spread (ATS): Nebraska +9.5 (-105) | St. John’s -9.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 160.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Nebraska at St. John’s picks and predictions

Prediction

St. John’s 87, Nebraska 75

Moneyline

Nothing to see here, move along. PASS.

Against the spread

Peg SJU as a 10-point favorite. Little to no value can be gleaned by trying to parse the ATS play any further, but there is some leverage in the O/U department.

Over/Under

Both teams figure as top-10% when it comes to pace of play. Look for the stronger St. John’s squad to have its way in the paint and for both sides to find success on the 3-ball. Nebraska should also be able to crank out a decent number of turnover-transition opportunities.

BACK THE OVER 160.5 (-110).

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Michigan vs. Arizona State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Michigan vs. Arizona State odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 21 Michigan Wolverines (3-0) take on the Arizona State Sun Devils (3-1) Thursday night in the Legends Classic Championship Game. Tipoff from Barclays Center is set for 9:30 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Michigan vs. Arizona State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Michigan defeated Pitt in the 1st round on Wednesday 91-60. Four Wolverines, including 3 starters, scored in double figures and with no player eclipsing the 20 points. Michigan’s defense is what made this such a blowout win, holding Pitt to only 42% shooting from the field and 30% from three.

The Sun Devils defeated the VCU Rams in the 1st round 63-59. The boxscore for this game looks strikingly similar to that of Michigan’s game. The Sun Devils had 4 players score in double figures, including 3 starters, and nobody scored 20-plus. Similarly to the Michigan game, it was the defense for the Sun Devils that won them the game, holding the Rams to 35% shooting from the floor and 26% shooting from three.

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Michigan vs. Arizona State odds

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Moneyline (ML): Michigan -340 (bet $340 to win $100) | Arizona State +240 (bet $100 to win $240)
Against the spread (ATS): Michigan -7.5 (-105) | Arizona State +7.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 141.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Michigan vs. Arizona State picks and predictions

Prediction

Michigan 82, Arizona State 68

Moneyline

AVOID

Michigan should win this game, which is why the moneyline here is too rich. The risk here is not worth the reward and while this should prove to be an easy victory for Michigan, it isn’t worth the risk of losing that much money.

Against the spread

BET MICHIGAN -7.5 (-105)

Michigan’s offense and depth is what makes me so confident in this play. With C Hunter Dickinson averaging 21 PPG and 9 RPG he will prove to be a force in the paint that Arizona State will have no answer for. His rebounding talent and tenacity give the Wolverines both fast break and offensive rebounding opportunities that will be hard for the Sun Devils to match up with.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 141.5 (-110)

Neither of these teams have had a high level of competition yet which makes this bet hard to predict. Both teams are allowing their opponents to score only in the low-mid 60’s every game, but that should change in this one. Michigan has so many weapons on offense that they can create mismatches at any position, and their current average of 85 ppg will carry the over for this bet. Both teams have had solid defenses up to this point, but Arizona State has yet to see an offense like this one.

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Kansas State at West Virginia odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Kansas State at West Virginia odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 17 Kansas State Wildcats (7-3, 5-2 Big 12) will square off against the West Virginia Mountaineers (4-6, 2-5) on Saturday at Mountaineer Field at Milan Puskar Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 2 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Kansas State vs. West Virginia odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Wildcats are coming off an impressive 31-3 victory over Baylor where they covered as 2.5-point underdogs on the road. Kansas State has positioned itself for a solid bowl game as they hold the No. 15 spot in the College Football Playoff Rankings.

The Mountaineers took down Oklahoma 23-20 last week to end a 3-game losing streak. While it’s been a disappointing season for West Virginia, it can play spoiler to Kansas State on Saturday before finishing the season with a matchup against No. 24 Oklahoma State next week.

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Kansas State at West Virginia odds

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Moneyline (ML): Kansas State -300 (bet $300 to win $100) | West Virginia +240 (bet $100 to win $240)
Against the spread (ATS): Kansas State -7.5 (-104) | West Virginia +7.5 (-116)
Over/Under (O/U): 55 (O: -106 | U: -114)

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Kansas State at West Virginia picks and predictions

Prediction

Kansas State 31, West Virginia 27

Moneyline

Go ahead and AVOID the moneyline in this game with Kansas State being heavily favored. Taking the Wildcats to win straight up isn’t worth the risk considering the lack of a return you’ll receive.

Against the spread

WEST VIRGINIA +7.5 (-116) is an enticing wager in this game as it could be a back-and-forth Big 12 showdown. The Mountaineers are looking to finish the season strong as QB JT Daniels should have some success airing it out on Saturday.

Kansas State is 1-3-1 ATS in its last 5 games following a win and 1-4 ATS in its last 5 meetings with West Virginia.

Over/Under

Every Big 12 game seemingly hits the Over, so OVER 55 (-106) appears to be the wise bet in this game. Kansas State is averaging 30.2 points per game (43rd in the nation) while West Virginia is averaging 27.4 points per game (65th in the nation), so points could be scored in bunches Saturday.

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