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March Madness: Clemson vs. Alabama odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Clemson vs. Alabama odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Clemson Tigers (24-11) and Alabama Crimson Tide (24-11) meet in the West Region final Saturday in Los Angeles. The opening tip-off at Crypto.com Arena is slated for 8:49 p.m. ET (TBS). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook ‘s lines around the Clemson vs. Alabama odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

Clemson was an 8 1/2-point underdog Thursday against No. 2-seed Arizona, but the 6th-seeded Tigers prevailed, holding the Wildcats to a 37.3% mark from the floor and winning 77-72. Winner of 3 straight games as an underdog, CU now turns its attention to the Crimson Tide, a team it beat 85-77 back on Nov. 28.

Alabama, ranked No. 18 in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll, is the 4-seed in the West. On Thursday, the Crimson Tide defeated No. 1-seed North Carolina 89-87 (beating the spread as a +4.5). UA held the Tar Heels to a 38.5% mark from the field and in the Tournament has held opposing shooters to a 37.7% mark.

Clemson vs. Alabama odds

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Moneyline: Clemson +145 (bet $100 to win $145) | Alabama -175 (bet $175 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Clemson +3.5 (-110) | Alabama -3.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 163.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Clemson vs. Alabama picks and predictions

Prediction

Alabama 81, Clemson 80

Moneyline

PASS: look for more value in a play against the number.

Against the spread

Clemson has played 10 games as an underdog; it has gone 9-1 ATS in those games.

UA is averaging an NCAA-I-best 90.7 points per game, Clemson is 13-3 ATS when facing teams averaging 77-or-more points. This game offers up a pace contrast with the Tigers playing at a slower-than-average tempo and the Tide playing one the fastest in the game. But against the fastest 4 ACC squads (Florida State, Louisville, North Carolina, Syracuse), CU went 5-2 ATS during the regular season. In the Tournament, the Tigers have logged ATS victories against fast New Mexico and Arizona.

And during the season, when Clemson topped Alabama Nov. 28, that was an ATS win for the Tigers.

Clemson likes to get the ball inside, and the Alabama interior defense is not a strength. Still, UA figures to leverage systemic advantages in rebounding and in getting to the foul line. But a Tide edge in 3-point shooting (UA launches a ton of 3s and makes them at a top-25 rate) is softened by a Clemson surge in perimeter defense. The Tigers have held opponents to a 28.3% mark on 3s since Feb. 21.

Some air has been taken out of this play by a Friday line move: consider a partial-unit play on CLEMSON +3.5 (-110).

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Over/Under

In 7 Clemson neutral-site games this season, the Under has gone 6-1.

These are 2 veteran teams who will leave everything on the court at the defensive end in this one. CU’s defensive rebounding and perimeter defense should take the starch out of a couple point-spiral factors for Alabama.

In the aforementioned Clemson games against fast ACC foes, Alabama, New Mexico, and Arizona, the Under went 7-3.

TAKE THE UNDER 163.5 (-105).

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March Madness: Clemson vs. Arizona odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Clemson vs. Arizona Sweet 16 odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The 6th-seeded Clemson Tigers (23-11) and 2nd-seeded Arizona Wildcats (27-8) meet in a West Region semifinal of the NCAA Tournament. Tip-off at crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles will be at 7:09 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook ‘s lines around the Clemson vs. Arizona odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

Clemson has thus far advanced with victories over New Mexico and Baylor. On Sunday, the Tigers were +4.5 underdogs against the Bears and beat 3rd-seeded Baylor 72-64. Clemson won the game in wire-to-wire fashion in advancing to the Sweet 16 for the 2nd time in its history.

Arizona, ranked No. 9 in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll, defeated the 7th-seeded Dayton Flyers 78-68 (covering a -8.5) on Saturday. The Wildcats have thus far held foes to a 36.6% field-goal percentage in this tournament. They are in their 7th Sweet 16 since 2011.

Clemson vs. Arizona odds

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Moneyline: Clemson +250 (bet $100 to win $250) | Arizona -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Clemson +7.5 (-110) | Arizona -7.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 151.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Clemson vs. Arizona picks and predictions

Prediction

Arizona 81, Clemson 72

Moneyline

At -300, Arizona’s implied win probability is 75%. That’s not an actionable value point, but its not far off. PASS for now, but bettors with enough bankroll to leverage opportunities like this should consider the Wildcats if the tag falls below -290.

Peg UA as being closer to an 80% prospect here. The Wildcats are a robust 8-3 in their Quadrant 1 games (learn more about college hoops quadrants here).

Against the spread

Arizona plays at a faster tempo than Clemson and is the more efficient squad at both ends of the floor. KenPom ranks the Wildcats as being No. 9 in offensive efficiency and No. 10 on defense (CU comes in at Nos. 24 and 38, respectively).

The Tigers have generally fared well against faster teams, but the ACC offered no similar comps to Arizona when it comes to the Wildcats’ rebounding and 3-point shooting. UA ranks in KenPom’s top-20 in both categories and has shot a robust 39.6% from distance in this Tournament.

Arizona can sometimes be leaky in taking care of the basketball, but Clemson is not a take-away type of defense. With Arizona figuring to also have an edge in free throws, BACK THE WILDCATS -7.5 (-110).

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Over/Under

Both sides are riding significant Under trends heading into this one, but this contest sets up as a zag.

Its reasonable to be looking for some regression in Arizona’s defensive field-goal numbers here. Add in what the Wildcats do well — offensive rebounds and put-backs, free throws, 3s — and with those being score-spiral factors, the OVER 151.5 (-115) is a slight lean.

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March Madness: Clemson vs. Baylor odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Clemson vs. Baylor odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The 6th-seeded Clemson Tigers (22-11) face the 3rd-seeded Baylor Bears (24-10) Sunday in a 2nd-round game in the NCAA Tournament. Tip from FedExForum in Memphis is scheduled for 6:10 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Clemson vs. Baylor odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Clemson beat 11-seed New Mexico 77-56 on Friday as a 2-point underdog in the 1st round, as the Under (153) cashed. F Ian Schieffelin gave the Tigers a double-double (16 points and 12 rebounds) and G Chase Hunter pumped in 21 points. Clemson looks to go to the Sweet 16 for the 1st time since 2018.

The 3rd-seeded Bears didn’t break a sweat in their 92-67 win over the 14th-seeded Colgate Raiders. They covered the 14.5-point spread as favorites as the Over (137.5) cashed. Four Bears scored in double figures led by F Jalen Bridges‘s 23 points. Baylor dominated on the glass, outrebounding the Raiders 33-24. Baylor was last in the Sweet 16 in 2020.

Baylor is No. 13 in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll.

Clemson vs. Baylor odds

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Moneyline (ML): Clemson +155 (bet $100 to win $155) | Baylor -188 (bet $188 to win $100)
Against the spread: Clemson +4.5 (-114) | Baylor -4.5 (-106)
Over/Under (O/U): 144.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Clemson vs. Baylor picks and predictions

Prediction

Baylor 78, Clemson 70

Moneyline

PASS.

I was impressed by Clemson’s victory over New Mexico on Friday night. They left no doubt who was the better team on the court, but as good as they looked, the Bears looked just as good if not better in their win over Colgate.

I like Baylor to win this game comfortably, but I’m going to reserve my bet for the spread instead of the moneyline because I’d have to wager almost 2 units to win 1. I would consider putting Baylor into a moneyline parlay though.

Against the spread

BET BAYLOR -4.5 (-106).

I love what the Bears bring to the floor, a lot of tough, talented athletes who go hard for 40 minutes. They also have a coach (Scott Drew) who has been to the mountain top and knows how to win on the biggest stages. They will force Clemson to play Baylor basketball, which does not fit their style. The Tigers will be put into uncomfortable situations which will cause unenforced errors.

Baylor has covered the spread in 2 of its last 3 while the Tigers have failed to in 2 of their last 3.

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Over/Under

PASS.

I hate to not give you a pick, but I just don’t see an edge either way with this game. If I had a lean, it would be the Over because Baylor likes to play up-tempo and run the floor and Clemson’s defense has not been as good as in years past. I’m going to keep my focus on the spread in this game.

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March Madness: New Mexico vs. Clemson odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s New Mexico vs. Clemson odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The No. 11 seed New Mexico Lobos (26-9) face off against the 6th-seeded Clemson Tigers (21-11) Friday in a 1st-round game in the NCAA Tournament. Tip from FedExForum in Memphis is scheduled for 3:10 p.m. ET (truTV). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the New Mexico vs. Clemson odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

New Mexico went on an improbable 4-game run through the Mountain West Conference Tournament, capped by a 68-61 title-game victory as a 2-point underdog over the No. 25 San Diego State Aztecs with the Under (144) cashing. The Lobos are led in scoring by senior G Jaelen House’s 16.1 points per game, but they also have F JT Toppin, who surprised everyone on his way to being named MWC Co-Freshman of the Year. He nearly averaged a double-double this season at 12.5 points and 9.0 rebounds per game. New Mexico is 23-11 against the spread (ATS) for the season, including 4-0 ATS in MWC Tourney.

The Tigers suffered a disappointing 2nd-round exit from the ACC Tournament, losing to the Boston College Eagles 76-55. They lost as 7.5-point favorites and the Under (145.5) cashed. Despite the early exit in the ACC Tourney, this team has an impressive resume of 6 victories over NCAA Tournament teams. Clemson is 17-14-1 ATS, including 3-3-1 ATS in their last 7 regular-season games.

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New Mexico vs. Clemson odds

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Moneyline (ML): New Mexico -137 (bet $137 to win $100) | Clemson +114 (bet $100 to win $114)
Against the spread: New Mexico -2.5 (-106) | Clemson +2.5 (-114)
Over/Under (O/U): 151.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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New Mexico vs. Clemson picks and predictions

Prediction

New Mexico 77, Clemson 72

Moneyline

PASS.

We’ve got an odds play, but I’m going to stay away from the moneyline and look to the spread for this bet. We’ll be giving less than 3 points with New Mexico and we’ll be getting less juice. When we’ve got a line that big, it’s basically the same as taking the moneyline, so I’ll take the better odds.

Against the spread

BET NEW MEXICO -2.5 (-106).

I love this New Mexico squad, which enters on a 6-0 ATS run. The Lobos bring a lot to the court and the Tigers will struggle to stop their offensive attack. Four players for New Mexico average over 10 points per game, led by House’s 16.1.

The committee disrespected the MWC, under-seeding some of its teams in the Big Dance, including the Lobos. We saw what Colorado State did to Virginia in the First Four Tuesday, winning 67-42.

Clemson limped to the finish line this season, losing 2 of its last 3 regular-season games and getting waxed in the ACC Tournament.

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Over/Under

BET UNDER 151.5 (-110).

The trends are too hard to ignore heading into this matchup. The Under is 5-1 in the Lobos’ last 6 games, while the Tigers are 3-7 O/U in their last 10.

I typically like to bet the Under in the 1st round of the NCAA Tournament. Teams are playing in venues they’re not accustomed to, they’ll be going through new routines, and they usually have to face an unknown opponent. There is a feeling-out process early in the game before everyone gets into a flow. This is too high number for a 1st-round tilt.

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Clemson at Miami odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Clemson Tigers (4-2, 2-2 ACC) visit the Miami Hurricanes (4-2, 0-2) Saturday in a battle of “who needs an ACC victory more?” Kickoff from Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens is set for 8 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Clemson vs. Miami odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

This game appeared as if it might be a high-profile matchup coming into the season, but with a combined 4 losses, it’s only going to be televised on the ACC Network.

Clemson will look to win a 3rd straight game after losing to Florida State 31-24 in overtime last month as a 1-point home underdog. The Tigers have won 4 straight in this series, including last season’s 40-10 blowout as 19-point favorites.

The ‘Canes, on a 2-game slide, look to win their 1st conference home game under coach Mario Cristobal — they’re 0-5 in ACC home games since he was hired before the 2022 season.

Miami’s secondary wasn’t up to par last week — even in clear passing situations — yielding 273 yards in a 41-31 loss as a 3-point dog at North Carolina. This Saturday is important to the Hurricanes’ future as they’re expected to host a couple of 5-star defensive backs.

Look for Miami to come out hungry, wanting to impress the recruits and finally win an ACC home game for its coach.

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Clemson at Miami odds

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Moneyline (ML): Clemson -165 (bet $165 to win $100) | Miami+135 (bet $100 to win $135)
Against the spread (ATS): Clemson -3 (-110) | Miami +3 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 48.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Clemson at Miami picks and predictions

Prediction

Miami 24, Clemson 21

Moneyline

MIAMI (+135) is the play.

The ‘Canes have turned the ball over far too much (12 times) and are tied for 101st in turnover margin (-3). Plus, they’ve accumulated too many penalties, ranking 11th with 70.50 penalty yards per game, according to NCAA.org.

Listen, this is still the same Miami team that started off 4-0 with a 48-33 home win over a rather solid Texas A&M team — which was ranked No. 23 at the time.

Look for the Hurricanes to play a much cleaner game Saturday in front of the ‘Cane faithful. There’s great value here in MIAMI (+135).

Against the spread

It’s going to be the lesser of 2 evils: Miami’s secondary or a Clemson offense that just can’t hit on explosive plays. The Hurricanes will have to make the Tigers drive down the field in an organized manner as the Tigers rank 113th in the nation in the explosive rate category offensively.

At the same time, the Miami defense has shown it can loses focus and extend opposing drives due to penalties.

With this is mind, it feels best to just STAY AWAY from backing the spread for either team, but we’re at least getting value with the Hurricanes’ +135 moneyline.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 48.5 (-110).

Miami’s offense has to avoid turnovers if it wants a shot of defeating Clemson at home for the 1st time since 1956. Clemson is 3-0 in its last 3 visits, dating back to 2004 — though they didn’t play each other between 1957 and 2003.

Miami will likely have a low-risk offensive game plan teed up. Unless WR Xavier Restrepo, who leads the ACC with 47 receptions, has a great game, the Hurricanes’ aerial attack will likely struggle with QB Tyler Van Dyke getting over a right knee injury. Miami RB Henry Parrish Jr. might actually get a chance to redeem himself after his consecutive games coughing the ball up in key spots.

RIDE UNDER 48.5 (-110).

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Clemson at Syracuse odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Clemson Tigers (2-2, 0-2 ACC) travel for a conference game against the Syracuse Orange (4-0, 0-0 ACC) Saturday. Kickoff from JMA Wireless Dome is scheduled for noon ET (ABC). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Clemson vs. Syracuse odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Orange are unblemished through 4 games this season, but open up their ACC season against their toughest test to date. Only one of Syracuse’s wins is against a Power 5 school, a 35-20 road win at Purdue. What has been the most impressive has been the Orange defense, which is allowing just 14.3 points per game, good for 12th-best in the nation.

The offense has been phenomenal as well, averaging 44 points on 508 yards per game. It’s led by QB Garrett Shrader who leads the Orange not only in passing but rushing as well. He is completing 67 percent of his passes and averaging 7 yards per carry on the ground this season.

It’s hard to imagine that Clemson is already 0-2 in ACC play, but here we are. The Tigers are coming off of a heartbreaking 31-24 overtime loss to No. 4 Florida State. The offense has been good with QB Cade Klubnik at the helm. He led them to 24 points and 429 yards in the loss to Florida, but the Clemson defense was torched for 289 yards through the air by the Seminoles. They’ll have to stiffen up against a Syracuse offense that averages nearly 300 passing yards per game.

Clemson has won 9 of their last 10 meetings with Syracuse, but the Orange covered in 7 of those games. The Tigers won 27-21 win in Death Valley last Oct. 22, but the Orange covered the 14-point spread. Also the under 50.5 hit last year which was the 8th time that’s happened in their last 10. Syracuse has covered 4 straight before pushing last week against Army while Clemson has failed to cover in 4 of their last 5 games.

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Clemson at Syracuse odds

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Moneyline (ML): Clemson -250 (bet $250 to win $100) | Syracuse +200 (bet $100 to win $200)
Against the spread (ATS): Clemson -6.5 (-110) | Syracuse +6.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 53.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Clemson at Syracuse picks and predictions

Prediction

Clemson 24, Syracuse 20

Moneyline

This will be a tight contest between 2 teams that have formed quite a rivalry recently. Clemson is the more talented team on paper, but I don’t believe they should be such a heavy favorite — it would be around -175 if I was setting the line. It would not shock me to see Syracuse win this game outright, but I’m going to look to the spread for this bet.

PASS.

Against the spread

BET SYRACUSE +6.5 (-110).

All Syracuse does is play tight games against Clemson as 4 of their last 6 matchups have had a margin of victory less than 7. I believe those Clemson teams were better than this current iteration.

I have Clemson winning the game, but Syracuse should keep this tight down to the wire.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 53.5 (-110).

The Under has cashed in 6 of the last 7 meetings and I don’t see this game being much different. While I don’t think Syracuse will hold Clemson under 15 points, which is what they’ve allowed on average this season, it won’t be much over that.

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Florida State at Clemson odds, picks and predictions

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

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The No. 3 Florida State Seminoles (3-0) travel to Death Valley to take on the No. 23 Clemson Tigers (2-1, 0-1 ACC) Saturday at 12p.m. (ABC). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Florida State vs. Clemson odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Florida State suffered a couple of scares last Saturday against Boston College. The first scare was that the Seminoles barely prevailed 31-29 as 27.5-point favorites despite being ahead by 21 points in the 3rd quarter. The second scare was when QB Jordan Travis came up injured at the end of the 1st half. Lucky for the Seminoles, Travis was able to return to the game following halftime or they may have lost a game they should easily win.

Clemson has recorded back-to-back victories after losing its season opener to Duke 31-13. The Tigers recorded a 48-14 victory at home last Saturday against Florida Atlantic, comfortably covering as 24.5-point favorites. While Florida State and Florida Atlantic are only separated by 442 miles, the difference in talent is much greater. This discrepancy is something the Tigers will need to overcome if they want to avoid starting 0-2 in conference play.

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Florida State at Clemson odds

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Moneyline (ML): Florida State -134 (bet $134 to win $100) | Clemson +112 (bet $100 to win $112)
Against the spread (ATS): Florida State -2.5 (-110) | Clemson +2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 55.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Florida State at Clemson picks and predictions

Prediction

Florida State 34, Clemson 27

Moneyline

PASS.

While Florida State at -134 is excellent value, the likelihood of the team winning by 1 or 2 points and not covering the spread is not worth the extra .24 of juice.

The Tigers have been an up-and-down team this season and the Seminoles have probably gotten their clunker out of the way. We saw in the Week 1 demolition of LSU what Florida State can do, and much of the same could be set to happen here.

Against the spread

BET FLORIDA STATE -2.5 (-110).

Despite Clemson winning the last 7 matchups in this series, Florida State has taken it to a different level in 2023 while Clemson is stuck in 2016 mode.

Travis has thrown for 739 yards so far this season with 8 TDs and 1 INT for the Seminoles and with six-foot-seven WR Johnny Wilson and six-foot-four WR Keon Coleman hauling down passes, it is a difficult position for any team to try and stop them.

Although the FSU defense has not been as good as hoped, DL Jared Verse is still a 1st-round NFL talent player and has the ability to get through a less-than-solid offensive line in Clemson. The Seminoles should be able to get pressure and disrupt Tigers QB Cade Klubnik.

FSU will put up enough points to stay ahead of Clemson and cover this short line.

Over/Under

BET OVER 55.5 (-105).

Not only is Florida State rolling on offense in 2023, but Clemson finally came to life in a 48-14-win Saturday over Florida Atlantic.

This matchup has gone Over in 6 of its last 10 meetings and many of those meetings came with Clemson having a top 5 defense. Clemson went to Tallahassee and scored a 34-28 victory over FSU when these teams met last season, comfortably cashing the Over (51).

FSU has playoffs on its mind in 2023, but it must win this game and do it handily to get there. Most of the damage might be taken care of here before halftime and both teams will continue to use their first-team offense as this game should stay close throughout.

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First look: Florida State at Clemson odds and lines

Looking at Saturday’s Florida State at Clemson college football odds, lines and trends. Here’s what you need to know.

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The No. 3 Florida State Seminoles (3-0) will travel to Death Valley to battle the No. 23 Clemson Tigers (2-1) Saturday at noon ET (ABC). Below, we look at Florida State vs. Clemson odds from FanDuel Sportsbook. Also see: SportsbookWire’s college football picks and predictions.

After Florida State defeated LSU 45-21 in Week 1, thoughts were rampant the Seminoles were going to roll to the playoffs. After a tricky game Saturday, a 31-29 thriller against Boston College, these thoughts have tempered a bit. But this could just be the wakeup call Mike Norvell and Florida State needed heading into its biggest matchup of the year against Clemson.

For Clemson, a 28-7 Week 1 embarrassment to Duke has left them reeling. But it was also the wakeup call it needed as it has rallied for 2 straight wins, including defeating Florida Atlantic 48-14 Saturday.

This will be the game of the year in the ACC and the winner will have the inside track at being the top seed heading into the ACC Championship game.

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Florida State at Clemson odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 11:12 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Florida State -125 (bet $125 to win $100) | Clemson +104 (bet $100 to win $104)
Against the spread (ATS): Florida State -2.5 (-105) | Clemson +2.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 55.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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2023 betting stats

ML: Florida State 3-0 | Clemson 2-1
ATS: Florida State 2-1 | Clemson 1-2
O/U: Florida State 3-0 | Clemson 2-1

Florida State vs. Clemson head-to-head

The past 10 games in this series have been thoroughly dominated by the Tigers. Clemson has a 7-3 S/U advantage in this game. Meanwhile, it also has covered in 7 of 10 games and the Under has hit in 6 of 10 games.

During a 3-game losing streak in 2022, Florida State lost this game 34-28 as 4.5-point underdogs at home in Tallahassee. This will be in Clemson and the Seminoles will look to take revenge and control of the ACC with a victory.

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FAU at Clemson odds, picks and predictions

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

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The FAU Owls (1-1) and the Clemson Tigers (1-1) meet Saturday at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. Kickoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (ACC Network). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the FAU vs. Clemson odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Owls opened the season with a solid 42-20 victory over FCS Monmouth, although FAU failed to cover the 25.5-point spread. It played its 1st FBS opponent of the season last Saturday, and the Owls laid an egg, falling 17-10 to the Ohio Bobcats, as the offense really struggled.

The Tigers were stunned on Labor Day night by a 28-7 count at Duke as the Under (54.5) connected. Clemson rebounded at home against Charleston Southern of the FCS by a 66-17 score, just missing the cover as a 52-point favorite while it took care of the Over (55) on its own.

Clemson is No. 22 in the US LBM Coaches Poll.

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FAU at Clemson odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 7:46 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): FAU +1200 (bet $100 to win $1,200) | Clemson -3000 (bet $3,000 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): FAU +25.5 (-115) | Clemson -25.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 51.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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FAU at Clemson picks and predictions

Prediction

Clemson 45, FAU 17

Moneyline

Clemson (-3000) will cost you 30 times your potential return, and obviously that’s just not the way to go. Betting overwhelming favorites seems like a good idea, but eventually it catches up to you, with one big upset ruining several wins.

PASS.

Against the spread

CLEMSON -25.5 (-105) is worth playing lightly at home.

The Duke upset is still fresh in bettors’ minds, but the Tigers looks sharp rolling up 66 points on Charleston Southern, even if it was just an FCS opponent.

FAU +25.5 (-115) really struggled on offense last week against a mediocre Ohio team, and any idea of an upset, or even a close game, at Clemson went right out the window.

Over/Under

OVER 51.5 (-115) might be the best play on the board.

Clemson’s offense looked sharp last week, and FAU proved it can move the ball against Monmouth, with former Texas and Nebraska QB Casey Thompson looking sharp. If he and the Owls can regain that offensive form in this difficult road trip, the Over is a slam-dunk play. Even so, Clemson should do enough on offense to need very little help from FAU to get the Over across the finish line.

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Clemson at Duke odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Clemson Tigers and the Duke Blue Devils open their regular seasons on Monday night at Wallace Wade Stadium in Durham, N.C. Kickoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Clemson at Duke odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Tigers roll into the Triangle looking to come away with yet another win over the Blue Devils. Clemson has won 5 straight meetings in the series since Duke won at Wallace Wace on Nov. 13, 2004. This is the 1st meeting between the school since Nov. 17, 2008, a 35-6 Tigers win in the upstate.

Clemson QB Cade Klubnik begins his 1st full season as the starter under center, as QB D.J. Uiagalelei transferred to Oregon State after losing his starting job late in the season to the prospect.

Duke won 9 games last season under new coach Mike Elko, including a bowl victory. The Blue Devils will be hard-pressed to repeat the showing, as the schedule is extremely difficult. Duke managed to go 5-1 straight-up (SU) at home last season, and it was 5-0 against the spread (ATS) at Wallace Wade Stadium vs. FBS opponents in 2022.

Clemson is No. 9 in the USA TODAY Sports AFCA Coaches Poll.

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Clemson at Duke odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Sunday at 6:17 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Clemson -500 (bet $500 to win $100) | Duke +375 (bet $100 to win $375)
Against the spread (ATS): Clemson -13 (-110) | Duke +13 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 55.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Clemson at Duke picks and predictions

Prediction

Clemson 38, Duke 17

Moneyline

Clemson (-500) will cost you 5 times your potential return, and that’s quite a large amount of risk for not enough reward.

While Duke (+375) isn’t traditionally a national power, it did win 9 games, and it exceeded expectations by miles. QB Riley Leonard and the offense could be quite formidable again.

PASS.

Against the spread

CLEMSON -13 (-110) might begin this game a little on the sluggish side before talent takes over and the Tigers pull away in the 2nd half.

Duke +13 (-110) protected its field well last season, winning 5 of 6 games, while covering all 5 games vs. FBS opponents. However, Leonard and the offense won’t be able to answer Klubnik and the Tigers all evening long.

Over/Under

UNDER 55.5 (-110) might be the most dramatic part of this entire game, as I expect the total to go low by a slim margin.

The Under went 3-1-1 in Duke’s 5 home games against FBS opponents in 2022. Clemson has held Duke to 83 total points in the past 7 meetings, or 11.8 points per game (PPG). The Blue Devils aren’t likely to exceed that total by very much in this one, either.

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