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Arizona State at Arizona odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Arizona State at Arizona odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Arizona State Sun Devils (13-16, 4-14 Big 12) meet the No. 23 Arizona Wildcats (19-10, 13-5) in Tuesday action in Tucson. The intrastate contest at the McKale Memorial Center will tip off at 11 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Arizona State vs. Arizona odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

Arizona State was a 8.5-point underdog Saturday at Utah in which the Sun Devils were routed 99-73 with the Over (148.5) hitting. An ASU five that struggles on the boards was outrebounded 40-29. G Joson Sanon scored a game-high 28 points in the loss. Since Feb. 1, the Devils are 1-8 straight up and 2-7 against the spread (ATS).

The Wildcats also played Saturday, dropping an 84-67 contest as 6-point underdogs at No. 10 Iowa State with the Under (153) cashing. The ‘Cats shot 33.3% (19-for-57) from the field, including 18.2% (4-for-22) behind the arc, while the Cyclones shot 50.0% (27-for-54), including 52.4% (11-for21) from 3. G Jaden Bradley scored a team-high 18 points for Arizona, which is just 2-4 straight up and ATS over its last 6 games.

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Arizona State at Arizona odds

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  • Moneyline: Arizona State +1150 (bet $100 to win $1,150) | Arizona -3000 (bet $3,000 to win $100)
  • Against the spread: Arizona State +18.5 (-110) | Arizona -18.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 155.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Arizona State at Arizona picks and predictions

Prediction

Arizona 92, Arizona State 69

Moneyline

No interest. Arizona (-3000) is way too big of a favorite. PASS.

Against the spread

Arizona’s State’s shaky mark since Feb. 1 includes the team going 1-4 ATS over its last 5 games. The Sun Devils are 1-5-1 ATS across their last 7 games against the Wildcats.

The ASU defense ranks 14th in the 16-team Big 12, allowing 75.1 points per game. Against this efficient-at-both-ends, up-tempo UA squad, that perhaps makes too steep a climb to stay within even 20 points.

Arizona — which is battling for the No. 2 seed in the upcoming Big 12 Tournament — beat Arizona State 81-72 Feb. 1, covering as a 6.5-point home favorite with the Over (148) hitting. The Wildcats are 4-0 straight up and 4-0 ATS in the last 4 head-to-head contest vs. the Sun Devils — including 2 home wins with double-digit margins of cover.

Against a banged-up Arizona State team, ARIZONA -18.5 (-110) is the value side.

Over/Under

The last nine UA home games have seen the Over go 6-3.

This contest figures to be top-quartile in tempo. Look for ASU triples, and a lot of other score-spiral factors on the UA side. In particular, the Wildcats figure to get a lot of transition looks. And both teams usually get theirs in high-percentage shots near the rim.

FanDuel Sportsbook offers a bit more value here. BET OVER 154.5 (-110).

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Iowa State at Arizona State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Iowa State at Arizona State odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The No. 4 Iowa State Cyclones (16-2, 6-1 Big 12) and the Arizona State Sun Devils (11-7, 2-5) meet Saturday at Desert Financial Arena in Tempe. Tip-off is scheduled for 2 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Iowa State vs. Arizona State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

The Cyclones rolled up a 108-83 victory as 16-point favorites Tuesday against UCF as the Over (155) cashed, bouncing back from a 64-57 upset loss at West Virginia last Saturday (Jan. 18). Despite that loss, Iowa State has won 13 of the past 14 games, while covering 6 of the past 7 outings. The Cyclones are 10-3 against the spread (ATS) in the past 13 contests, too.

For the Sun Devils, they topped West Virginia in Morgantown last time out on Tuesday, halting a 4-game skid. Arizona State is 3-1 ATS in the past 4 outings, however. The Under has hit in the past 2 games, and Sparky has gone low in 10 of the past 11 contests.

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Iowa State at Arizona State odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Iowa State -500 (bet $500 to win $100) | Arizona State +375 (bet $100 to win $375)
  • Against the spread: Iowa State -9.5 (-110) | Arizona State +9.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 145.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Iowa State at Arizona State picks and predictions

Prediction

Iowa State 78, Arizona State 63

Moneyline

Iowa State (-500) will cost you 5 times your potential return, and that’s way too much to risk for such a little reward. Even if you were to include the Cyclones into a multi-leg or cross-sport parlay — even with a boost or promo — it just isn’t worth playing.

PASS.

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Against the spread

BACK IOWA STATE -9.5 (-110) to win by double digits on the road against Arizona State +9.5 (-110).

If we’re looking at recent similar opponents, there is some concern. Iowa State lost at West Virginia, while Sparky just picked up a victory against the Mountaineers. But, the overall body of work for the Cyclones has been good, and they’re 6-1 ATS in the past 7 outings, while going 10-3 ATS across the previous 13 contests. The Sun Devils are 4-3 ATS in 7 home outings this season.

Over/Under

UNDER 145.5 (-110) is the play in the first Big 12 matchup between these institutions.

The Under is 4-2 in the past 6 games for Iowa State, while AZ State has cashed low at a 10-1 clip in the previous 11 outings. At home, the Sun Devils have hit the Under in 3 of the past 4 outings.

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Arizona State at West Virginia odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Arizona State at West Virginia odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Arizona State Sun Devils (10-7, 1-5 Big 12) meet the No. 23 West Virginia Mountaineers (13-4, 4-2) Tuesday. Tip-off from WVU Coliseum in Morgantown is set for 9 p.m. ET (CBS Sports Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Arizona State vs. West Virginia odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

Arizona State’s losing streak hit 4 games on Saturday with a 67-60 loss to the Cincinnati Bearcats. They managed to cover as 10.5-point road underdogs as the Under 137.5 hit. F Jayden Quaintance put up a strong effort with 15 points, 14 rebounds, and 5 blocks, but 14 turnovers were too much for ASU to overcome.

West Virginia broke into the Top 25 with a big win Saturday, taking down the No. 4 Iowa State Cyclones 64-57. The Mountaineers pulled off the upset as 6.5-point home underdogs, with the Under 135.5 cashing. Their defense came up huge, forcing 14 turnovers and holding the Cyclones to a season-low 57 points. G Javon Small was everywhere, dropping 27 points, grabbing 7 boards, dishing 5 assists, and snagging 4 steals.

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Arizona State at West Virginia odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Arizona State +240 (bet $100 to win $240) | West Virginia -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Arizona State +7.5 (-105) | West Virginia -7.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 133.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Arizona State at West Virginia picks and predictions

Prediction

West Virginia 68, Arizona State 59

Moneyline

PASS.

West Virginia (-300) will keep their momentum rolling on Tuesday night in Morgantown, which is why I’ll take my wager to the spread.

Against the spread

BET WEST VIRGINIA -7.5 (-115).

I’m all in on the Mountaineers on Tuesday night. This team has been incredible at home, going 9-1 in Morgantown. They just took down No. 4 Iowa State at home in a dominant performance. West Virginia has covered in 3 straight games and 5 of their last 6 contests. Meanwhile, Arizona State has struggled away from home, losing all 4 road games and 3 of those by an average of 15.3 points. Small has been playing out of his mind, averaging 20-plus points and contributing across the board. West Virginia is taking this game easily.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 133.5 (-105).

The trends definitely lean toward the Under here. West Virginia has gone Under in 8 of their last 10 games, and Arizona State has hit the Under in 9 of their last 10.

The Mountaineers are especially strong at home, giving up just 56.2 points per game over their last 7 home games. It’s hard to imagine this game going Over.

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Arizona State at Kansas odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Arizona State at Kansas odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Arizona State Sun Devils (10-3, 1-1 Big 12) and the No. 12 Kansas Jayhawks (10-3, 1-1) meet Wednesday. Tip-off from Allen Fieldhouse is set for 9 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Arizona State vs. Kansas odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

Arizona State cruised to an 81-61 win over the Colorado Buffaloes Saturday, covering as a 5.5-point home favorite. The Under (142.5) hit, as the Sun Devils locked down defensively, holding the Buffaloes to just 12.5% (3-for-24) shooting from beyond the arc. G BJ Freeman led the scoring with 19 points while F Jayden Quaintance posted a double-double with 11 points, 10 rebounds, 3 blocks and 2 steals.

Kansas dominated the UCF Knights 99-48 Sunday as a 5-point road favorite. The Under (149.5) hit as the Jayhawks controlled the inside, outrebounding UCF 63-32 and outscoring it 62-10 in the paint. C Hunter Dickinson led the way with 27 points, 9 rebounds and 3 blocks.

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Arizona State at Kansas odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Arizona State +800 (bet $100 to win $800) | Kansas -1400 (bet $1,400 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Arizona State +14.5 (-110) | Kansas -14.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 142.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Arizona State at Kansas picks and predictions

Prediction

Kansas 74, Arizona State 65

Moneyline

PASS.

Kansas (-1400) is a tough out in Allen Fieldhouse, having won 71 of its last 73 against non-AP ranked opponents. Despite that, the Sun Devils will give it a game, which is why I’ll take my wager to the spread.

Against the spread

BET ARIZONA STATE +14.5 (-110).

Arizona State may not be the favorite, but it has been playing some solid basketball lately, winning 8 of its last 10 games. The Sun Devils have been close to Kansas in terms of scoring, with just a 2-point difference in points per game (PPG). Arizona State has covered in 9 of its last 12 games, while Kansas is 3-3 ATS in its last 6.

One of Arizona State’s strengths is its balance; 4 players score in double figures, providing more offensive options than Kansas. Its defense has also been solid with a 100.9 defensive rating. It holds opponents to just 29.7% from 3 and shoots 37.6% from deep, the 3rd-best mark in the Big 12.

A key matchup could be in the post. Very few teams have someone to challenge Dickinson, but Arizona State has C Shawn Phillips Jr., a 7-footer who can eat up minutes and provide some resistance. The Sun Devils also have length with leading scorer F Basheer Jihad, who averages 13.5 PPG and stands 6-foot-9.

Kansas is the stronger team overall, but Arizona State is a scrappy, well-balanced squad that could make this game closer than expected.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 142.5 (-115).

The trends point to the Under in this matchup. Kansas has gone Under in 12 of its 13 games, while Arizona State has hit the Under in 6 straight. The Jayhawks allow just 64.3 PPG, and both teams hold opponents to under 30% shooting from beyond the arc. With strong defenses, the Under is a solid play.

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College Football Playoff: Texas vs. Arizona State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Texas vs. Arizona State odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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In the first of 3 College Football Playoff quarterfinal games New Year’s Day, the Peach Bowl features the fifth-seeded Texas Longhorns (12-2) facing the No. 4 seed Arizona State Sun Devils (11-2). Kickoff from Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta is at 1 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Texas vs. Arizona State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Texas won its first-round playoff game Dec. 21 vs. 12th-seeded Clemson 38-24. The Longhorns covered as 13.5-point home favorites and the Over (49.5) cashed. The Longhorns’ 2 losses came to No. 2 Georgia, once in the regular season (30-15) and then in the SEC Championship (22-19). Texas’ defense ranks second in the nation in points allowed per game (13.3) behind Ohio State (11.4).

The Sun Devils earned a first-round bye after winning the Big 12 Championship in their first season in the conference. They won their final 6 games, knocking off the Iowa State Cyclones in the conference title game 45-19 as 1.5-point underdogs Dec. 7 in Arlington, Texas. ASU was led by RB Cam Skattebo, who has 2,074 total yards from scrimmage (1,568 rushing) and 22 total TDs.

While Arizona State is the higher seed, Texas is the higher ranked team in the US LBM Coaches Poll (conducted by the American Football Coaches Association and USA TODAY Sports). The Sun Devils are No. 10; the Longhorns are No. 4.

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Peach Bowl: Texas vs. Arizona State odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Texas -550 (bet $550 to win $100) | Arizona State +400 (bet $100 to win $400)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Texas -13 (-110) | Arizona State +13 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 51.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Texas vs. Arizona State picks and predictions

Prediction

Texas 34, Arizona State 27

Moneyline

Along with ranking second in scoring defense, Texas is No. 2 against the pass (156.9 yards per game behind Ohio State’s 141.2 YPG) and 11th against the run (104.5 rushing YPG).

Arizona State’s strength is its rushing attack, averaging 198.8 yards per game to rank 23rd — led by Skattebo’s 6.0 yards per carry. QB Sam Leavitt threw only 5 INTs all season — vs. 24 TDs — but is expected to be without his top receiver in Jordyn Tyson (upper-body injury), who caught 75 passes for 1,101 yards and 10 scores — all team-highs.

Texas averaged 33.9 points per game (25th in the country) with a balanced attack. The Longhorns were considered a top-5 team all season, while the Sun Devils rose in the rankings over the last half of the season.

It is hard to see the Sun Devils (+400) getting the upset, but the Longhorns’ -550 odds offer no value and are not worth betting.

PASS.

Against the spread

While Texas is the overwhelming favorite, Arizona State has done nothing but outplay expectations this season. The Sun Devils averaged 37.1 points per game over their final 6 games and scored 45 in the Big 12 Championship against Iowa State — which scored 42 in a 1-point win over Miami in the Pop-Tarts Bowl.

Texas shut down Clemson’s run game in the first round of the playoffs, allowing only 76 yards, but Clemson QB Cade Klubnik passed for 336 yards and 3 TDs.

Slowing Skattebo will be something different and the Sun Devils were 4-2 ATS as underdogs.

BET ARIZONA STATE +13 (-110).

Over/Under

Four of the Devils’ final 6 games had more than 51 total points. Texas’ win over Clemson had 62.

Texas only had 1 conference game with a total higher than 51 but 4 of its 5 non-SEC games surpassed 51 points.

BET OVER 51.5 (-105).

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Arizona State vs. Florida odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Arizona State Sun Devils (8-1) battle the No. 7 Florida Gators (9-0) on Saturday afternoon in the Holiday Hoopsgiving. Tip from State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Ga. is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET (SEC Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Arizona State vs. Florida odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

Florida is undefeated, on a 9-game winning streak, after taking down Virginia 87-69 Wednesday, December 4, and covering as a 17-point home favorite. G Walter Clayton Jr. scored a game-high 27 points while 4 different Gators players scored in double figures in the win.

Arizona State has won each of its last 6 after taking down San Diego 90-53 Tuesday, December 3 while covering as a 21-point home favorite. F Basheer Jihad and G Joson Sanon each scored a game-high 19 points in the win.

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Arizona State vs. Florida odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Arizona State +240 (bet $100 to win $240) | Florida -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Arizona State +7.5 (-120) | Florida -7.5 (+100)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 155.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Arizona State vs. Florida picks and predictions

Prediction

Florida 83, Arizona State 79

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on Florida (-300), who is undefeated, to win Saturday.

Against the spread

LEAN ARIZONA STATE +7.5 (-120).

The Sun Devils have covered in 7 of their last 8 games including each of their last 5 as underdogs. On a neutral floor, Florida loses the advantage it would have had in this matchup. The Gators are 6-3 against the spread (ATS) this season.

Over/Under

BET OVER 155.5 (-110).

Both teams in this game can find the basket at will. The Sun Devils have hit the Over in 7 of their last 10 games while scoring 85 or more points in 3 of their last 4.

Florida has scored 87 or more in 3 of its last 4 and at least 81 in 8 of its 9 games this season.

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Alex’s best bet: Big 12 Championship Game – Arizona State vs. Iowa State prediction

SportsbookWire.com’s Alex White likes a side in Saturday’s college football game between Arizona State and Iowa State.

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Are you ready for conference championship Saturday? Alex White sure is.

Alex’s best bet Saturday involves the Big 12 Championship Game pitting the 13th-ranked Arizona State Sun Devils against the No. 16 Iowa State Cyclones. Kickoff from AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, is set for noon ET and will be televised on ABC.

Both teams finished 10-2 overall and 7-2 in conference. While this is ASU’s first season in the Big 12, it’s a bit surprising that these programs have never met on a football field before.

Well, this first meeting is somewhat of a big one. The winner will claim the conference’s automatic berth into the first College Football 12-team playoff.

As of Friday at 11:50 p.m. ET, BetMGM Sportsbook lists Arizona State as a 1.5-point favorite.

Arizona State enters on a 5-game win streak, covering the spread in each win. For the season, the Sun Devils are 10-2 against the spread (ATS).

Iowa State is on a 3-0 straight-up run but just 2-1 ATS in those victories. Overall, the Cyclones are 7-5 ATS this season but 2-4 ATS in their last 6 contests.

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Big 12 Championship Game: Arizona State vs. Iowa State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Arizona State vs. Iowa State odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Big 12 Conference Championship Game will see the No. 13 Arizona State Sun Devils (10-2, 7-2 Big 12) face the No. 16 Iowa State Cyclones (10-2, 7-2) on Saturday. Kickoff from AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, is scheduled for noon ET (ABC). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Arizona State vs. Iowa State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The top two Big 12 teams in the Coaches Poll (US LBM Coaches Poll) won their Week 14 games to clinch a berth in the Texas showdown. Crazily, they have never played each other in college football history.

Arizona State thumped in-state rivals Arizona 49-7 on Saturday, locking in a 5-game win streak heading into the conference title game. Coach Kenny Dillingham has taken this club from 3-9 in his first season to the surprise juggernaut in his second year.

ASU will lean heavily on Heisman Trophy also-ran RB Cam Skattebo, who ranks eighth in the nation with 1,398 rushing yards (5.7 yards per carry) and has scored 19 TDs (17 rushing).

Unfortunately, the Sun Devils will have to go without leading receiver Jordyn Tyson (1,101 yards, 10 TDs) for the rest of the season after undergoing surgery on either his shoulder or collarbone, depending on reports.

The Cyclones, meanwhile, notched their first 10-win season in school history. They survived the Kansas State Wildcats 29-23 last weekend and benefitted from BYU’s win over Houston to qualify for this game.

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Arizona State vs. Iowa State odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Iowa State +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Arizona State -125 (bet $125 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Iowa State +2 (-105) | Arizona State -2 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 49.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Arizona State vs. Iowa State picks and predictions

Prediction

Arizona State 27, Iowa State 24

Moneyline

ASU’s run game will prove to be the difference in what should be a back-and-forth affair. Skattebo should move the chains and allow the Sun Devils to control the pace for most of the game.

In this likely coin-flip game, Arizona State (-125) might be the top end of this line. Locking in this price is fine, but given the other more profitable ways to wager on this game, waiting for more action to come in and impact the ISU side might be the way to go.

Bettors should ignore unless and until they find ASU juice closer to +100 pregame or live. PASS.

Against the spread

This showdown projects to have too close a margin of victory to grow too excited picking either side of a 2-point spread.

Bettors should instead investigate alternate lines.

FanDuel Sportsbook lists Iowa State +3.5 (-148). This forces us to pay for the juice, sure, but nabbing that extra 1.5 points adds security.

Keep an eye out as betting options ATS expand at BetMGM and FanDuel to check whether the market improves to give ISU more than a field-goal window.

BET IOWA STATE +3.5 (-148) OR BETTER.

Over/Under

The impact that the absence of ASU’s Tyson will have on the total’s upside will be mitigated by Skattebo and ISU’s dynamic receiving pair Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel — the nation’s only pair of 1,000+ receiving yardage compilers for the same school.

Points will pile up in the second half as the game loosens up and a CFP berth grows within reach.

BET OVER 49.5 (-110).

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Arizona State at Arizona odds, picks and predictions

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

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The No. 15 Arizona State Sun Devils (9-2, 6-2  Big 12) face the Arizona Wildcats (4-7, 2-6) Saturday in the battle for the Territorial Cup. Kickoff from Arizona Stadium is at 3:30 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we look at Arizona State vs. Arizona odds from BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Sun Devils notched their fourth consecutive overall win and second straight victory over a ranked opponent, defeating No. 20 BYU 28-23 Nov. 23. Arizona State covered as a 3.5-point home favorite, powered by a standout performance from RB Cam Skattebo, who carried the ball 28 times for 147 yards and 3 TDs. QB Sam Leavitt delivered 247 passing yards, with WR Jordyn Tyson accounting for 125 of those in a dynamic aerial showing.

The Wildcats dropped their sixth game in 7 outings, losing 49-28 at TCU Nov. 23. Arizona couldn’t cover as a 10.5-point underdog, with the Over (60) hitting comfortably. The defense gave up 450 total yards, including 303 through the air. QB Noah Fifita passed for 284 yards with 2 TDs, both caught by WR Chris Hunter. WR Tetairoa McMillan stood out with 9 catches for 115 yards, despite the team’s struggles on both sides of the ball.

– Rankings: US LBM Coaches Poll, conducted by the American Football Coaches Association and USA TODAY Sports

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Arizona State at Arizona odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college football odds. Lines last updated at 9:05 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Arizona State -300 (bet $300 to win $100) | Arizona +250 (bet $100 to win $250)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Arizona State -8.5 (-105) | Arizona +8.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 53.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Arizona State at Arizona picks and predictions

Prediction

Arizona State 31, Arizona 13

Moneyline

PASS.

Arizona State (-300) is in the College Football Playoff hunt but must avoid a slip-up against rival Arizona. With the moneyline at 1-to-3, it’s not worth the risk — I’ll place my wager on the spread instead.

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Against the spread

BET ARIZONA STATE -8.5 (-105).

The Sun Devils are riding high, posting an impressive 8-2 straight up and ATS record in their last 10 games. Facing rival Arizona, the Sun Devils have everything to lose as they chase a potential College Football Playoff berth.

Arizona, despite a poor season, will look to disrupt Arizona State’s momentum, but the odds are stacked against it. Arizona State has won its last 8 games as a favorite and covered the spread in 6 straight while laying points.

The Sun Devils are ranked 16th nationally but could vault into playoff contention with 2 more wins, starting with this rivalry. Arizona’s struggling defense, especially against the run, will have a tough time containing Skattebo, who has surpassed 1,200 rushing yards this season.

Arizona lacks the offensive firepower to keep pace, and with everything on the line, expect Arizona State to stay focused and take care of business.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 53.5 (-110).

While trends point towards the Over, with the last 4 meetings going Over and both teams hitting the Over in 3 of their last 4 games, Arizona’s offense has been lackluster all season. Coach Brent Brennan expressed disappointment after its loss to TCU, showing the team’s struggles.

Arizona State’s games have averaged 53.4 points, with a 6-5 O/U record. The Sun Devils are 7-2 to the Under following a home win and 11-4 to the Under after playing on the road, suggesting a lower-scoring affair is more likely.

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BYU at Arizona State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s BYU at Arizona State odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The No. 15 BYU Cougars (9-1, 6-1 Big 12) are on the road facing the No. 22 Arizona State Sun Devils (8-2, 5-2) in a conference showdown in Tempe. Kickoff Saturday from Mountain America Stadium is at 3:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the BYU vs. Arizona State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

BYU, after starting 9-0 and reaching the top 10 of the US LBM Coaches Poll, suffered its first loss last week, falling 17-13 to the Kansas Jayhawks at home when they were favored by 3 points. The Under (55.5) cashed in.

The Sun Devils are ranked for the first time this season after knocking off the now-No. 25 Kansas State Wildcats 24-14 on the road as 7.5-point underdogs. They have won 3 straight games.

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BYU at Arizona State odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college football odds. Lines last updated Friday at 9:31 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): BYU +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Arizona State -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): BYU +3 (-110) | Arizona State -3 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 48.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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BYU at Arizona State picks and predictions

Prediction

Arizona State 31, BYU 24

Moneyline

The Sun Devils are unbeaten at home this season and have averaged 32.3 point in their conference home games.

BYU is 3-0 in conference road games, but only 1 was against a team with a winning record in Big 12 play.

The Sun Devils average 190.5 rushing yards per game, led by RB Cam Skattebo and QB Sam Leavitt is playing very well, having thrown 3 TDs passes in each of the last 3 games with no interceptions.

There are high stakes for this game, as the winner has an inside track to play in the conference championship.

The Devils have been too good at home. Expect the home team to win but you get better odds on the spread.

PASS.

Against the spread

Arizona State has covered the spread in every win this season. Every home win has been by at least 4 points.

BET ARIZONA STATE -3 (-110).

Over/Under

The Over is 5-1 in BYU’s last 6 games.

The Over is 3-1-1 in ASU’s 5 home games. The Sun Devils have scored at least 30 in 4 of 5 home games.

BET OVER 48.5 (-110).

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