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Nebraska at Hawaii odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Nebraska at Hawaii odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Nebraska Cornhuskers (8-2) and the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors (7-3) meet Monday at the Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu at the Hawaiian Airlines Diamond Head Classic. Tip-off is set for 10:30 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Nebraska vs. Hawaii odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

The Cornhuskers started quickly in the tournament opener Sunday in a 66-49 win against the Murray State Racers as 8-point favorites with the Under (145) cashing.

Nebraska has won 5 of the past 6 games, while going 5-2 against the spread (ATS) in the previous 7 outings since Nov. 17. The Under has hit in its last 3 contests.

The Rainbow Warriors have won consecutive games against the Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders and the Charlotte 49ers, covering both games. The win over the 49ers was the opening game of this tournament Sunday as the Over (137.5) cashed.

Hawaii is 3-1 ATS in the past 4 games, while the Over has hit in 5 of the previous 6 outings.

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Nebraska at Hawaii odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college basketball odds. Lines last updated at 1:44 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Nebraska -400 (bet $400 to win $100) | Hawaii +310 (bet $100 to win $310)
Against the spread: Nebraska -8.5 (-110) | Hawaii +8.5 (-110)
Over/Under: 141.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Nebraska at Hawaii picks and predictions

Prediction

Nebraska 73, Hawaii 66

Moneyline

Nebraska (-400) will cost 4 times your potential return, and that’s a little too much risk for not enough reward. Even as part of a multi-leg parlay, including the Cornhuskers makes very little sense, as it kills your profit.

PASS.

Against the spread

BACK HAWAII +8.5 (-110) catching the points on its home floor.

The Rainbow Warriors have covered 3 of the past 4 games, and Hawaii covered in the most recent game as an underdog at the Grand Canyon Antelopes on Dec. 3 in a 78-72 loss.

Nebraska -9.5 (-110) got off to a quick start against Murray State in the tournament opener Sunday, but look for Hawaii to be a lot more comfortable on its home floor. It wouldn’t be shocking to see Hawaii potentially pull the upset.

Over/Under

UNDER 141.5 (-105) is worth a look in Monday’s tournament game.

These teams could be a little winded after both played Sunday. The Under has hit in 3 consecutive games for Hawaii, while splitting 1-1 in the past 2 outings for Nebraska. The travel to the islands might catch up with the Cornhuskers on Day 2 of this event.

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Middle Tennessee at Tennessee odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Middle Tennessee at Tennessee odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders (9-3) and the No. 1 Tennessee Volunteers (10-0) meet Monday. Tip-off from Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center is set for 7 p.m. ET (SEC Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Middle Tennessee vs. Tennessee odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

The Blue Raiders picked up a 67-65 win against Lipscomb last time out on Thursday, pushing at most shops as a 2-point favorite. The Under (148) has cashed in 2 in a row and 3 of the past 4 outings. MTSU is 4-1-2 against the spread (ATS) in the past 7 games, while going 6-2-2 ATS in 10 outings this season.

The Volunteers crushed Western Carolina 84-36 as a 36-point favorite Tuesday while the Under (142.5) cashed. Tennessee is 8-1-1 ATS in the past 10 games, while the Under is on a 6-1 run in the previous 7 outings.

This is the first meeting since March 19, 2012, a 71-64 victory by the Blue Raiders. The Vols are 5-1 straight up and 4-2 ATS in the past 6 meetings since Nov. 10, 2006.

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Middle Tennessee at Tennessee odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college basketball odds. Lines last updated at 10:55 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Middle Tennessee +3000 (bet $100 to win $3,000) | Tennessee -10000 (bet $10,000 to win $100)
Against the spread: Middle Tennessee +26.5 (-110) | Tennessee -26.5 (-110)
Over/Under: 142.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Middle Tennessee at Tennessee picks and predictions

Prediction

Tennessee 82, Middle Tennessee 58

Moneyline

Tennessee (-10000) will cost you 100 times your potential return, and it shouldn’t need to be said, but that’s way too much risk and not enough reward.

Over the long term, even if you’re backing the top-ranked team, there is never a reason to play such a heavy favorite. That’s amateur hour.

PASS.

Against the spread

Take MIDDLE TENNESSEE +26.5 (-110) catching the points in this pre-holiday battle at Tennessee -26.5 (-110).

The Blue Raiders have played well, including outright wins as underdogs against Abilene Christian, Ohio and UAB. While that’s not exactly on par with the top-ranked Vols, don’t expect Middle Tennessee to be fazed. It should be able to hang around and keep it within 26 points.

Over/Under

UNDER 142.5 (-115) is a strong play.

The Under has cashed in 3 in a row for the top-ranked Vols, while going 6-1 in the past 7 games. Tennessee’s defense is phenomenal, allowing 56.0 points per game, which is 2nd in the nation. The Vols are No. 1 in defensive field-goal percentage (33.9%) and defensive 3-pointer percentage (24.4%).

The Under has cashed in 3 of the past 4 games for Middle Tennessee, too, allowing 69 or more points in 4 of the past 5 contests.

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Nebraska vs. Murray State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Nebraska vs. Murray State odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Nebraska Cornhuskers (7-2) and the Murray State Racers (6-4) meet Sunday. Tip-off from the SimpliFi Arena at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu is set for 9 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Nebraska vs. Murray State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

The Cornhuskers bounced back from an 89-52 spanking at Michigan State Dec. 7 to drop Indiana 85-68 in Lincoln last time out on Dec. 13.

Nebrasketball has alternated covers and non-covers in each of the past 5 outings, covering against the Hoosiers as a 5-point favorite in the most recent game. The Under has cashed in 2 in a row, but the Over/Under (O/U) has split 3-3 in the previous 6 outings.

Nebraska covered in its only previous neutral-floor game against Saint Mary’s Nov. 17 in a 77-74 loss as a 4-point ‘dog. The Over (139.5) cashed in that game, too.

Murray State heads to the islands with 2 straight losses, going 0-1-1 against the spread (ATS) with a pair of Over results. The Racers are just 2-4-1 ATS in the past 7 games, too.

Murray State won its only previous neutral-floor game, topping Texas-Arlington 79-66 Nov. 26 as a 5.5-point favorite while the Under (152.5) hit.

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Nebraska vs. Murray State odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college basketball odds. Lines last updated at 10:05 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Nebraska -450 (bet $450 to win $100) | Murray State +340 (bet $100 to win $340)
Against the spread: Nebraska -9.5 (+100) | Murray State +9.5 (-120)
Over/Under: 144.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Nebraska vs. Murray State picks and predictions

Prediction

Nebraska 84, Murray State 73

Moneyline

Nebraska (-450) is just too expensive to play, as it would cost you 4.5 times your potential return. While the Cornhuskers should get the victory, nothing is a given in the islands. It’s a long trip for both teams. However, the Huskers have been way more consistent this season.

Still, you can’t risk this kind of money for such a small return.

PASS.

Against the spread

PLAY NEBRASKA -9.5 (+100) laying the points. It is playing good basketball lately, and the Cornhuskers have scored 85 or more points in 3 of the past 4 outings.

Murray State +9.5 (-120) can’t be trusted, going just 2-4-1 ATS in the past 7 games, although it did cover its only previous neutral-floor battle. It did fail to cover at Pittsburgh in a 15-point loss in its only previous game against a power conference opponent.

Over/Under

OVER 144.5 (-110) might be the best play on the board.

Murray State has hit the Over in the past 2 games, with the Racers averaging 75.0 points per game while allowing 82.5.

For Nebraska, it has scored 85 or more points in 3 of the past 4 outings, and it has allowed 72 or more points. We could see a shootout in the island.

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Grambling State at Cincinnati odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Grambling State at Cincinnati odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The No. 20 Cincinnati Bearcats (9-1) welcome the Grambling State Tigers (2-9) to Fifth Third Arena Sunday. Tip is set for 4 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Grambling State vs. Cincinnati odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

Cincinnati, which is No. 20 in the USA TODAY Sports Men’s Basketball Coaches Poll, enters on a 3-game win streak. The Bearcats beat the No. 24 Dayton Flyers 66-59 Friday, closing as a 3.5-point neutral-court favorite. They snapped a 4-game streak of failing to cover with the win. Cincinnati is a 6-0 at home, but just 2-4 against the spread (ATS). It is 5-5 ATS on the season.

The Tigers lost in a neutral-court battle with the Norfolk State Spartans Friday, covering a 7-point spread in the 76-70 defeat. They have dropped 4 straight games, going 1-3 ATS. However, Grambling State has covered as a large underdog against teams like the No. 16 Ole Miss Rebels, No. 6 Florida Gators and USC Trojans. It is 6-3 ATS on the season.

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Grambling State at Cincinnati odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college basketball odds Lines last updated at 9:01 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Off the board
Against the spread (ATS): Grambling State +29.5 (-105) | Cincinnati -29.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 136.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Grambling State at Cincinnati picks and predictions

Prediction

Cincinnati 76, Grambling State 52

Moneyline

PASS.

Even if you find a spread, avoid it. There’s no valuing in taking the ultra-heavy favorite to win outright here. Similarly, Grambling State hasn’t shown enough to suggest it could pull off an upset.

Against the spread

BET GRAMBLING STATE +29.5 (-105).

The Tigers haven’t covered in close games this season, but they are undefeated against the spread in games which they are an underdog of 20 points or more. They are 4-0 ATS in those situations and 5-1 ATS in true road games.

The Bearcats have a terrific defense, but their offense may struggle to pull away by a margin of this size. They have scored 68 or fewer points in 3 of their last 4 games. They are just 2-3 ATS as a favorite of 25 points or greater.

Play GRAMBLING STATE +29.5 (-105).

Over/Under

BET UNDER 136.5 (-115).

Grambling State is 1-3 O/U in games when it is an underdog of 20 points or greater. Similarly, Cincinnati is 2-3 O/U as a favorite of 20-plus points, and the Bearcats are 2-8 O/U on the season, allowing fewer than 70 points in every game this season.

Play UNDER 136.5 (-115).

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Georgetown at Seton Hall odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Georgetown at Seton Hall odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Georgetown Hoyas (9-2, 1-0 Big East) and the Seton Hall Pirates (5-7, 0-1) meet Sunday at Prudential Center in Newark, N.J. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. ET (FS1). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Georgetown vs. Seton Hall odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

The Hoyas roughed up the Creighton Bluejays Wednesday in D.C. by an 81-57 score as 4.5-point underdogs as the Under (145.5) cashed. Georgetown has won 7 of its past 8 games, while going 5-1 against the spread (ATS) in the previous 6 outings. The Under has hit in 4 in a row, and the defense has allowed 68 or fewer points in 6 of the past 8 outings. Hoya Saxa!

The Pirates lost 79-67 Tuesday at the Villanova Wildcats, and Seton Hall has dropped 3 in a row. The Pirates are also 1-4 ATS in the past 5 outings, while the Over is 3-1 in the previous 4 contests.

Seton Hall has won 6 in a row in this series since 2022, although Georgetown is 6-1 ATS in the span. The Over has cashed in the past 3 meetings.

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Georgetown at Seton Hall odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college basketball odds. Lines last updated at 7:38 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Georgetown -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Seton Hall +120 (bet $100 to win $120)
Against the spread: Georgetown -2.5 (-110) | Seton Hall +2.5 (-110)
Over/Under: 129.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Georgetown at Seton Hall picks and predictions

Prediction

Georgetown 71, Seton Hall 62

Moneyline

GEORGETOWN (-145) isn’t priced out of line if you’d like to just pick a winner and skip worrying about the points. While the points aren’t really a lot, we did mention the Hoyas have dropped the past 7 games against Seton Hall (+120), so there is some risk here.

Against the spread

If you’re a little less conservative, GEORGETOWN -2.5 (-110) is a strong play. Yes, the Hoyas have lost 7 in a row to Seton Hall +2.5 (-110). However, Georgetown is playing tremendous basketball right now, including a rout of Creighton and a road win at the Syracuse Orange in the past 2 outings. Georgetown is 5-1 ATS in the past 6 games, too.

On the flip side, the Pirates have not only dropped 3 in a row, but it is just 1-4 ATS in the past 5 games, and 4-8 ATS in 12 outings this season. Seton Hall is 1-5 ATS in 6 games at home, too.

Over/Under

OVER 129.5 (-115) is worth a look, but be careful.

The Over has hit in 3 of the past 4 games for the Pirates, but the Under is 4-0 in the past 4 outings for the Hoyas. The total has ended up going high in each of the past 3 meetings, however.

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Kent State at Alabama odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Kent State at Alabama odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Kent State Golden Flashes (8-2) and the No. 7 Alabama Crimson Tide (9-2) meet Sunday at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa. Tip-off is set for 1 p.m. ET (SEC Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Kent State vs. Alabama odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

The Golden Flashes picked up an 82-57 win against the Mercyhurst Lakers last time out on Dec. 15, cashing as an 18-point favorite as the Over (127.5) came in. Kent State has won and covered 3 in a row, while going 5-1 against the spread (ATS) in the past 6 games. The Under is 5-1 in the past 6 outings, and 7-2 in 9 games this season.

The Crimson Tide eased by the North Dakota Fighting Hawks 97-90 on the road on Wednesday, but Bama came nowhere near covering as a 24.5-point favorite as the Over (166.5) cashed. The Tide have won 3 in a row since a neutral-floor loss against the Oregon Ducks, but Bama is 1-4 ATS in the past 5 games. The Under is 3-1 in the previous 4 outings, too.

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Kent State at Alabama odds

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Moneyline (ML): Kent State +1350 (bet $100 to win $1,350) | Alabama -5000 (bet $5,000 to win $100)
Against the spread: Kent State +20.5 (-110) | Alabama -20.5 (-110)
Over/Under: 154.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Kent State at Alabama picks and predictions

Prediction

Alabama 91, Kent State 59

Moneyline

Alabama (-5000) will set you back $100 for every $2 of profit, and it should go without saying that is not a recommended long-term betting strategy. Going with such heavy favorites will eventually bite you hard.

PASS.

Against the spread

ALABAMA -20.5 (-110) is a decent play at home against Kent State +20.5 (-110).

The Golden Flashes have a pretty strong defense, allowing just 60.7 PPG this season, but Kent State also has a terrible offense, and it is one of the worst shooting teams in the nation.

The ranked Crimson Tide could stumble out of the gate early, but look for Bama to pile it on as the game goes into the second half.

Over/Under

UNDER 154.5 (-115) is a good play based on Kent State’s season totals. The Golden Flashes have averaged just 68.3 PPG, while shooting just 40.7% from the field and 30.5% from behind the 3-point line.

For Alabama, it is the highest-scoring team in the nation at 89.4 PPG, although it isn’t a particularly good 3-point shooting squad. Defensively, it allows 79.0 PPG, one of the worst marks in the nation, but Kent State isn’t likely to bust out.

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Morgan State at Iowa State odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Morgan State Bears (6-8) and the No. 3 Iowa State Cyclones (9-1) meet Sunday at the James H. Hilton Coliseum in Ames, Iowa. Tip-off is set for 1 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Morgan State vs. Iowa State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

The Bears of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference hit the road for Ames with a little confidence after upending the Campbell Camels of the Colonial Athletic Association 86-76. Morgan State was a 5.5-point underdog as the Over (151.5) cashed against the Camels, and that halted an 0-3 against the spread (ATS) skid. The Over has hit in 4 straight outings.

The Cyclones have won 6 in a row since its only loss of the season, an 83-81 setback against the Auburn Tigers at the Maui Invitational Nov. 25. Iowa State has scored 81 or more points in all 10 games, while going 4-1 ATS in the past 5 games. The Over is on a 5-2 run in the previous 7 outings.

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Morgan State at Iowa State odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college basketball odds. Lines last updated at 6:13 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Morgan State +3300 (bet $100 to win $3,300) | Iowa State -10000 (bet $10,000 to win $100)
Against the spread: Morgan State +43.5 (-115) | Iowa State -43.5 (-105)
Over/Under: 160.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Morgan State at Iowa State picks and predictions

Prediction

Iowa State 104, Morgan State 65

Moneyline

Iowa State (-10000) will cost you 100 times your potential return, which means you need to risk $100 for every $1 profit. Even as part of a multi-team parlay of 10 teams it wouldn’t be recommended to include the Cyclones on your ticket.

PASS.

Against the spread

MORGAN STATE +43.5 (-105) has allowed 102 points to Bowling Green and 119 points at Xavier in the past 3 outings. As a double-digit underdog, Morgan State is 1-3 ATS in 4 tries this season. However, the MEAC side is catching an awful lot of points here.

Iowa State -43.5 (-115) is 4-1 ATS in the past 5 games, but it is 1-4 ATS in 5 tries as a favorite of 28 or more points. The Cyclones are just 2-4 ATS in 6 games at home.

Over/Under

OVER 160.5 (-110) is worth a look, as Iowa State has scored 81 or more points in 10 straight outings. The Cyclones have scored 88.0 PPG to rank eighth in the nation.

For Morgan State, it has cashed in 4 straight games, while going 6-2 in the past 8 outings. The Bears have allowed 92 or more points in 3 of the past 4 games against Division I opponents. The Over has hit in 6 of 8 games for the Bears, too.

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Brown at Kansas odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Brown at Kansas odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Brown Bears (7-3) and the No. 8 Kansas Jayhawks (8-2) meet Sunday at Allen Fieldhouse. Tip-off is set for 3 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Brown vs. Kansas odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

Brown upended Rhode Island last time out Dec. 10, handing the Rams their first loss in an 84-80 OT win to cover as a 4-point underdog while the Over (151) cashed. Brown has won 6 in a row and covered 4 straight games. It is 5-1 against the spread (ATS) in the 6-game span, while the Under is 3-1 in the past 4 games and 6-3 across the previous 9 outings.

Kansas roughed up NC State 75-60 last time out on Dec. 14, just covering as a 14.5-point favorite while the Under (142.5) hit. KU halted a 2-game skid, having lost to Creighton and Mizzou prior to the State win. The Jayhawks are still just 1-2 ATS in the past 3 games and 3-4 ATS across the previous 7 outings. The Under has cashed in 8 in a row.

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Brown at Kansas odds

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Moneyline (ML): Off the board (OTB)
Against the spread: Brown +24.5 (-115) | Kansas -25.5 (-105)
Over/Under: 144.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Brown at Kansas picks and predictions

Prediction

Kansas 85, Brown 59

Moneyline

The ML is OTB, but even if you wanted to bet Kansas straight up, it would set you back $100 for every $1 of profit. Needless to say, that kind of betting strategy is absolute nonsense. And, it is extremely unlikely Brown is going to get the job done for an upset. However, it has won 6 in a row, so there is a little bit of concern with the red-hot Ivy League team coming to town.

PASS.

Against the spread

KANSAS -24.5 (-105) is worth playing lightly against Brown +24.5 (-115) in Sunday’s battle at Allen Fieldhouse.

The Jayhawks are just 3-4 ATS in the past 7 games, but Kansas has cashed as double-digit favorites in its past 2 games against NC State and Furman.

The Bears are on a roll, covering 4 in a row and 5 of the past 6 games. Brown is 3-0 ATS in 3 outings this season as an underdog, too. But this is easily its biggest test of the season, and first matchup against a ranked foe.

Over/Under

UNDER 144.5 (-115) is the lean, but go with a half-unit play at best.

The Under has hit in 3 of the past 4 outings for Brown, including each of the past 2 games on the road.

For Kansas, the Under has cashed in 8 straight games and 9 of 10 outings this season. The Jayhawks have allowed just 68.1 points per game, while limiting teams to 40.1% from the field.

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Purdue Fort Wayne at Michigan odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Purdue Fort Wayne at Michigan odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons (9-4) take on the No. 21 Michigan Wolverines (8-3) Sunday. Tip-off from Crisler Center in Ann Arbor is set for 1 p.m. ET (Big Ten Plus). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Purdue Fort Wayne vs. Michigan odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

Purdue Fort Wayne extended its win streak to 4 games in a 103-52 win over the Division II Defiance College Yellow Jackets Friday. The Mastodons’ defense was stifling, holding Defiance to just 13.3% shooting from deep (2-for-15) and forcing 25 turnovers. G Corey Hadnot II led the way with a game-high 17 points.

Michigan dropped its second straight game in an 87-86 loss at the No. 15 Oklahoma Sooners Wednesday. The Wolverines failed to cover as 4-point favorites, and the Over (149) cashed. A 4-point play by Sooners G Jeremiah Fears with 11.5 seconds remaining sealed Michigan’s fate. Senior C Vladislav Goldin posted a double-double with 26 points and 10 rebounds, adding 2 assists, 2 blocks, and a steal in a strong performance despite the loss.

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Purdue Fort Wayne at Michigan odds

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Moneyline (ML): Purdue Fort Wayne +1350 (bet $1,350 to win $100) | Michigan -5000 (bet $5,000 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Purdue Fort Wayne +20.5 (-110) | Michigan -20.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 160.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Purdue Fort Wayne at Michigan picks and predictions

Prediction

Michigan 90, Purdue Fort Wayne 78

Moneyline

PASS.

Michigan (-5000) will get the win, but the Mastodons will keep this game competitive, which is why I’ll take my wager to the spread and/or total.

Against the spread

BET PURDUE FORT WAYNE +20.5 (-110).

Michigan is the far more talented team and could dominate, but recent struggles make that unlikely. The Wolverines have been shaky defensively, allowing 86 points per game (PPG) over their last 3 contests.

Purdue Fort Wayne enters on a hot streak, winning 4 straight and 5 of their last 6. The Mastodons have covered 7 times in 11 games this season. Averaging 84.6 PPG (30th in the nation), they outscore opponents by 12.8 PPG.

I’ve got the Mastodons keeping this game competitive; take the points.

Over/Under

BET OVER 160.5 (-110).

Michigan has hit the Over in 3 straight games, while Purdue Fort Wayne has gone Over in 4 straight and 7 of its last 9. Both teams score over 81 PPG, so don’t expect much defense in this matchup.

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Central Arkansas at Oklahoma odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Central Arkansas at Oklahoma odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Central Arkansas Bears (3-8) face the No. 15 Oklahoma Sooners (11-0) Sunday. Tip-off from the Lloyd Noble Center in Norman is set for 1 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Central Arkansas vs. Oklahoma odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

The Bears snapped their 4-game losing streak with a 73-71 win over The Citadel Bulldogs Monday. They couldn’t cover as 4-point home favorites, and the Over (137.5) cashed. Central Arkansas created chaos defensively, forcing 19 turnovers. Freshman G Layne Taylor led the way, scoring 21 points while adding 5 steals, 3 assists, and 2 rebounds in the hard-fought victory.

The Sooners pulled off a thrilling 87-86 victory over the No. 21 Michigan Wolverines Wednesday, covering as 4-point home underdogs. G Jeremiah Fears sealed the game with a clutch 3-pointer and a foul with 11.5 seconds remaining, sinking the free throw for a 4-point play that secured the lead. Fears finished with a game-high 30 points, keeping Oklahoma’s undefeated season alive.

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Central Arkansas at Oklahoma odds

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Moneyline (ML): Central Arkansas +3300 (bet $100 to win $3,300) | Oklahoma -10000 (bet $10,000 to win $100)
Against the spread: Central Arkansas +28.5 (-110) | Oklahoma -28.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 145.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Central Arkansas at Oklahoma picks and predictions

Prediction

Oklahoma 91, Central Arkansas 65

Moneyline

PASS.

The Sooners (-10000) will win Sunday afternoon, but the spread may be a bit high for them to cover. I’ll take my wager to the spread.

Against the spread

BET CENTRAL ARKANSAS +28.5 (-110).

Oklahoma’s talent on both ends should prove too much for Central Arkansas, as they’ve won 19 straight non-conference home games.

However, the Sooners have failed to cover 3 of their last 4 games as 20-plus point favorites.

Central Arkansas, meanwhile, has covered 4 of its last 6 games, including twice as a 20-plus point underdog. The Bears have also covered the last 2 meetings between these teams. With extra rest after playing Monday, the Bears may keep it closer than expected.

Over/Under

BET OVER 145.5 (-105).

These teams have met in each of the last 2 seasons, with both games going over the total.

Central Arkansas has hit the Over in 5 of its last 7 games, while Oklahoma has gone Over in 2 of its last 3.

The Sooners average 82 points per game and should thrive against a Bears defense allowing 76.8. Don’t be surprised if Oklahoma cracks 90 points for the third time this season.

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