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March Madness: Gonzaga at Kansas odds, picks and predictions

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

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The No. 5 seed Gonzaga Bulldogs (26-7) will face the 4th-seeded Kansas Jayhawks (23-10) Saturday in the 2nd Round of the Midwest Region. Tip from Delta Center in Salt Lake City is set for 3:15 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Gonzaga vs. Kansas odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

Gonzaga dominated 12th-seeded McNeese 86-65 in the 1st round Thursday to cover as a 7-point favorite. F Graham Ike scored a team-high 16 points with 10 rebounds for a double-double, while F Anton Watson (13, 13) also had a double-double. The Bulldogs shot 51.7% from the field in the win.

Kansas edged out No. 13 Samford 93-89 Thursday but failed to cover as a 7.5-point favorite. F K.J. Adams Jr. scored a team-high 20 points while C Hunter Dickinson (19, 20) had a double-double. All 5 Kansas starters scored in double figures, while the team shot 60.3% from the field in the win.

Gonzaga is No. 16 in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll, while Kansas is 20th.

Gonzaga vs. Kansas odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook’s; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 9:40 p.m. ET,

Moneyline (ML): Gonzaga -200 (bet $200 to win $100) | Kansas +165 (bet $100 to win $165)
Against the spread (ATS): Gonzaga -4.5 (-110) | Kansas +4.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 151.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Gonzaga vs. Kansas picks and predictions

Prediction

Kansas 83, Gonzaga 79

Moneyline

BET KANSAS (+165).

While Kansas gave up a large lead in the 1st round but hung on to win, it showed flashes of the dominant team it can be. With Dickinson back in the lineup, Kansas has an ability to push the pace of the game and convert crucial opportunities. The Jayhawks have scored 86 or more points in 3 of their last 7 outings. The Zags performed well in their 1st-round victory, but they will be outmatched by the Jayhawks.

At plus money, the KANSAS ML (+165) is a steal.

Against the spread

PASS.

The moneyline presents better profit for Kansas +4.5 (-110).

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Over/Under

BET OVER 151.5 (-110).

Gonzaga and Kansas each hit the Over in their 1st-round wins with Gonzaga scoring 86 and Kansas scoring 93. The Bulldogs have hit the Over in 4 of their last 6 games, while scoring 86 or more points in 8 of their last 10. The Jayhawks have hit the Over in 3 of their last 5 and have scored 90 or more in 2 of their last 4.

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March Madness: Samford vs. Kansas odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Samford vs. Kansas odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The No. 13 seed Samford Bulldogs (29-5) will battle the 4th-seeded Kansas Jayhawks (22-10) Thursday in the 1st round of the Midwest Region. Tip from Delta Center in Salt Lake City is scheduled for 9:55 p.m. ET (TBS). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Samford vs. Kansas odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

Samford has won 4 games in a row after beating ETSU 76-69 in the SoCon Championship Game Monday but failed to cover as an 8-point favorite. F Achor Achor scored a game-high 25 points, while 3 total Samford players scored in double figures. The Bulldogs shot 43.4% from the field in the win.

Kansas fell 72-52 to Cincinnati in the 2nd round of the Big 12 Tournament March 13, failing to cover as a 3-point underdog. F K.J. Adams scored a team-high 22 points vs. Cincy, while Kansas shot 33.9% from the field in the loss. The Jayhawks played without C Hunter Dickinson and leading scorer G Kevin McCullar Jr. (18.3 points per game) due to injuries. While Dickinson is expected to play Thursday, McCullar Jr. has been ruled out for the rest of the season with a knee injury.

Kansas is No. 20 in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll.

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Samford vs. Kansas odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 4:47 a.m. ET,

Moneyline (ML): Samford +240 (bet $100 to win $240) | Kansas -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Samford +7.5 (-110) | Kansas -7.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 153.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Samford vs. Kansas picks and predictions

Prediction

Kansas 73, Samford 68

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on Kansas (-300) to beat a less superior team. However, keep a close eye on Samford, who is 8-2 in its last 10, who could put the Jayhawks on upset alert.

Against the spread

BET SAMFORD +7.5 (-110).

Samford has covered in 2 of its last 3 games and has scored 76 or more points in 3 of its last 4. It faces a Kansas squad that is just 3-7 ATS in its last 10 games, including 1-4 ATS in its last 5. With Kansas missing its leading scorer, the Bulldogs have enough offensive ability to keep this game within reach.

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Over/Under

BET UNDER 153.5 (-110).

Samford has hit the Under in 2 of its last 3 games while scoring 76 or fewer in each of those games and in 4 of its last 7. Kansas has failed to hit the Over in 7 of its last 10 games including each of its last 2 in which it scored 52 points or fewer in each game. It has scored 74 or fewer in 8 of its last 10.

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Kansas at Houston odds, picks and predictions

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

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The No. 15 Kansas Jayhawks (22-8, 10-7 Big 12) and No. 1 Houston Cougars (27-3, 14-3) wrap up their regular seasons Saturday. Tip-off from Fertitta Center is set for 4 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Kansas vs. Houston odds as we make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

No. 15 Kansas is coming off a convincing 90-68 Senior Night win against Kansas State Tuesday. It covered the spread as a 12.5-point favorite, and the Over (142.5) hit. G Kevin McCullar Jr. showed off for the home fans in his last game at Allen Fieldhouse, scoring 19 points, grabbing 3 rebounds, dishing 3 assists, picking up 3 steals and blocking 1 shot. The Jayhawks forced 11 Wildcat turnovers in the victory.

Kansas has lost 5 of its last 6 Big 12 road games.

Houston, which is No. 1 in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll, has rattled off 8 straight wins since its loss at Kansas Feb. 3. It beat UCF 67-59 Wednesday, but failed to cover as an 8.5-point favorite as the Under (132.5) hit. Four Cougar starters scored in double figures, led by G L.J. Cryer with 25 points. He hit 5 of Houston’s 8 made 3s in the victory over the Knights.

Houston is a perfect 16-0 at home this season.

In a Feb. 3 meeting, the Jayhawks covered the spread as 1-point underdogs with a 78-65 win at the Phog as the Over (135) hit.

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Kansas at Houston odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 9:50 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Kansas +340 (bet $100 to win $340) | Houston -450 (bet $450 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Kansas +8.5 (-102) | Houston -8.5 (-120)
Over/Under (O/U): 136.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Kansas at Houston picks and predictions

Prediction

Houston 72, Kansas 66

Moneyline

PASS.

You should obviously avoid betting Houston (-450), as those odds are pretty steep. Bet the spread and/or total instead.

Against the spread

BET KANSAS +8.5 (-102).

This is far too many points for Houston to be giving a team of Kansas’ caliber. Yes, I know that Houston is undefeated at home and it will likely win, but not by nearly double digits. Especially knowing that the Jayhawks won convincingly in the Feb. 3 meeting.

Houston is 2-7-1 ATS in its last 10 games and 1-2-1 ATS in its last 4 at home.

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Over/Under

PASS.

I have never trusted betting totals when it comes to the Cougars. They play great defense which can be deceiving when it comes to the O/U. Oddsmakers play into that when they set the total this low, and I’m not going to buy into it. I’d rather just avoid it and keep my bet to the spread.

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Kansas State at Kansas odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Kansas State Wildcats (17-12, 7-9 Big 12) face off against the No. 15 Kansas Jayhawks (21-8, 9-7) Tuesday. Tip-off from Allen Fieldhouse is set for 9 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Kansas State vs. Kansas odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

Kansas State suffered a 74-72 loss vs. the Cincinnati Bearcats Saturday, covering as a 6.5-point road underdog. G Tylor Perry had a game-high 26 points, and Kansas State outrebounded Cincinnati 37-27. However, it lost the turnover battle 19-6, which proved to be pivotal. Saturday’s loss ended a 2-game win streak for the Wildcats.

Kansas lost 82-74 to the Baylor Bears Saturday while failing to cover as a 4-point road underdog. The Jayhawks shot only 30.8% from deep and were outrebounded 31-23 in the loss. Kansas has lost back-to-back games straight up and against the spread (ATS).

Kansas State beat the then-No. 4 ranked Jayhawks 75-70 in OT as the home squad Feb. 5.

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Kansas State at Kansas odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:05 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Kansas State +440 (bet $100 to win $440) | Kansas -610 (bet $610 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Kansas State +10.5 (-110) | Kansas -10.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 142.5 (O: -114 | U: -106)

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Kansas State at Kansas picks and predictions

Prediction

Kansas 79, Kansas State 70

Moneyline

PASS.

Kansas (-610) should be able to pick up the win, especially because I don’t see the Jayhawks being swept by the Wildcats this season, but the Jayhawks are not worth the risk of betting on as such heavy favorites. Bet on the spread and/or total instead.

Against the spread

LEAN KANSAS STATE +10.5 (-110).

Kansas State has covered the spread in 3 of its last 4 games and is 5-2 ATS in its last 7. The Wildcats have also covered the spread in 2 of the last 3 matchups vs. Kansas. K-State has been the better team ATS this season at 15-14, while Kansas is 12-16.

This is only a lean because both teams have been mediocre ATS lately and they’ve each covered 4 times in the last 8 meetings.

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Over/Under

LEAN OVER 142.5 (-114).

The Over has hit in 3 consecutive games for Kansas State and is 4-1 in its last 5. For Kansas, the Over is 2-1 in its last 3 games. The Over has also hit in 4 of the last 5 meetings between the Wildcats and Jayhawks.

This is only a lean because Kansas State is 14-14-1 O/U this season and Kansas is 13-14-1. The Over is also 5-4-1 in the past 10 meetings.

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Kansas at Baylor odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Kansas Jayhawks (21-7, 9-6 Big 12) and Baylor Bears (20-8, 9-6) are lined up for a Saturday matinee in Waco. Tip-off from Foster Pavilion is set for 1 p.m. ET (ABC). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Kansas vs. Baylor odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

Kansas, ranked No. 9 in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll, is coming off a Tuesday loss and is just 3-3 straight up and 2-4 against the spread (ATS) in its last 6 games. Tuesday as 8-point home favorites, the Jayhawks lost to the then-No. 21 BYU Cougars 78-66. KU allowed 13 3-pointers, while sinking just 3 in the defeat.

The 14th-ranked Bears also recently lost to the Cougars. Three games ago for Baylor, it lost as a 3.5-point underdog 78-71 at BYU Feb. 20. The Bears followed that with another loss — 82-76 in overtime as 2.5-point home underdogs to then-No. 2, now-No. 1 Houston Feb. 24. The Bears bounced back Monday with a 62-54 triumph as 2.5-point underdogs at TCU. The 54 points allowed marked a BU season-best in league play.

Baylor and Kansas played in Lawrence Feb. 10 with the Jayhawks claiming a 64-61 victory, but the Bears covering as 5.5-point underdogs and the Under (148.5) cashing.

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Kansas at Baylor odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 5:52 p.m. ET.

Moneyline: Kansas +164 (bet $100 to win $164) | Baylor -200 (bet $200 to win $100)
Against the spread: Kansas +4.5 (-110) | Baylor -4.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 145.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Kansas at Baylor picks and predictions

Prediction

Baylor 73, Kansas 68

Moneyline

Baylor is 13-2 at home this season, and both losses were in overtime. The most recent of those was the heartbreaker vs. Houston.

The Bears have a penchant for frequent launches from beyond the arc, and their 40.2% success rate ranks 2nd in the country, per kenpom.com. Figure solid leverage there, on the boards and in getting to the foul line.

This one is worth a line watch. Back the Bears if the tag drops to -190 or lower.

Against the spread

The last 6 meetings in the Jayhawks-Bears series have netted an ATS split. Baylor is the lean side, but the Bears have had some game flows of late that don’t offer enough projectability of a touchdown advantage. PASS.

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Over/Under

The last 15 Kansas losses have yielded an Under going 10-5 the next time out (4-1 this season), per statfox.com.

The Jayhawks typically play an up-tempo style, while the Bears play slow. But when Baylor squared off against the 3 fastest squads in the Big 12 (BYU, Kansas, TCU), those contest have seen BU hold sway with the pace, and the Under has gone 4-1.

Both teams excel in forcing less-than-optimum mid-range attempts at the defensive end.

BACK THE UNDER 145.5 (-110).

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Oklahoma at Kansas odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Oklahoma Sooners (7-0, 4-0 Big 12) and Kansas Jayhawks (5-2, 2-2) meet Saturday at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for noon ET (FOX). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Oklahoma vs. Kansas odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Sooners look to get back on track after a close shave last week at home against UCF. Oklahoma won 31-29, its 2nd consecutive win by 4 or fewer points. The last time OU faced a true road game was Sept. 23, winning 20-6 at Cincinnati, and it’s 2-0 straight up (SU) and against the spread (ATS) on the road, and 3-0 SU/ATS if you included the neutral-site game in Dallas against Texas on Oct. 7.

The Jayhawks were on the short end of a 39-32 score at Oklahoma State in a wild game 2 weeks ago, and it has now dropped 2 of 3. However, at home, Kansas is a perfect 4-0 SU and 3-1 ATS, including 3-0 ATS in 3 games against FBS foes. The Over is 3-0-1 in 4 home dates for KU, too.

Oklahoma is No. 6 in the US LBM Coaches Poll powered by USA TODAY Sports.

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Oklahoma at Kansas odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 7:35 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Oklahoma -375 (bet $375 to win $100) | Kansas +290 (bet $100 to win $290)
Against the spread (ATS): Oklahoma -9.5 (-110) | Kansas +9.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 65.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Oklahoma at Kansas picks and predictions

Prediction

Oklahoma 37, Kansas 31

Moneyline

Oklahoma (-375) will cost you nearly 4 times your potential return, and that’s way too much risk and not enough reward in a conference road game against a team which has been playing well on its home field.

And the Sooners looked mortal against the Knights last week, while winning the past 2 games by just 6 combined points.

AVOID.

Against the spread

KANSAS +9.5 (-110) has lost 18 straight meetings in this series, and it would like nothing more than to end that skid in Lawrence before Oklahoma -9.5 (-110) bolts for the SEC next season. This is the 114th meeting, and it may be a while before the Jayhawks see one again.

While KU hasn’t scored a win in the series since Oct. 4, 1997, it is a solid 5-1 ATS in the previous 6 meetings, including covers in each of the past 3 in Lawrence.

Go lightly, though, as Oklahoma is 6-1 ATS overall this season, although that lone non-cover came last week in the near-miss against UCF.

Over/Under

OVER 65.5 (-110) is the lean, but ever so lightly. Be careful, and play a half-unit at most.

The Over is 4-3 for Oklahoma on the season, with the Over-Under split 1-1 in the 2 true road outings to date. Oklahoma has allowed just 23 points in those outings.

The Jayhawks have cashed the Over in 2 in a row, and 3 of the past 4 games, while posting a 3-0-1 mark in 4 home dates so far.

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Kansas at Oklahoma State odds, picks and predictions

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

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The No. 24 Kansas Jayhawks (5-1, 2-1 Big 12) and Oklahoma State Cowboys (3-2, 1-1) meet Saturday at Boone Pickens Stadium. Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Kansas vs. Oklahoma State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Kansas covered the spread as a 1.5-point home underdog in a 51-22 win vs. the UCF Knights as the Over (64.5) hit last Saturday. RB Devin Neal logged 12 carries for 154 yards, and RB Daniel Hishaw Jr. rushed for 134 yards and 2 TDs.

Oklahoma State won straight up as an 11.5-point home underdog in a 29-21 victory vs. the Kansas State Wildcats as the Under (54) cashed Oct. 6. The Cowboys bounced back after losing and failing to cover in their previous 2 games.

The last time these teams met, Kansas covered as a 3-point home favorite with a 37-16 win as the Under (61) hit Nov. 5, 2022. Oklahoma State had won the previous 12 meetings.

Kansas is No. 24 in the US LBM Coaches Poll powered by USA TODAY Sports.

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Kansas at Oklahoma State odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 12:06 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Kansas -150 (bet $150 to win $100) | Oklahoma State +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
Against the spread (ATS): Kansas -3 (-110) | Oklahoma State +3 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 56.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Kansas at Oklahoma State picks and predictions

Prediction

Kansas 27, Oklahoma State 24

Moneyline

KANSAS (-150) showed last time out it can still win when QB Jalon Daniels is out. Daniels (back) missed his 2nd straight game last Saturday and is doubtful to return vs. the Cowboys.

Oklahoma State has been underwhelming and has failed to score 30 points in a single game this season. Kansas’ run game should shine for a 2nd straight week and look like the better side vs. this poor Cowboys offense.

BET KANSAS (-150).

Against the spread

The real goal here would’ve been to get Oklahoma State +3.5 (-110) at open. Unfortunately, most of the value is gone here.

PASS. Bet the moneyline and/or the total instead.

Over/Under

The Under has hit in 4 of Oklahoma State’s 5 games this season. Between Daniels sitting and the Cowboys’ inability to score 30 or more points, I don’t trust either team to help the Over cash. While this would’ve been a much better play when it opened at 58, the Under should still cash in this Big 12 Conference battle.

BET UNDER 56.5 (-115).

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Kansas at Texas odds, picks and predictions

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

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The No. 24 Kansas Jayhawks (4-0, 1-0 Big 12) and No. 5 Texas Longhorns (4-0, 1-0) meet Saturday at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m. ET (ABC). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Kansas vs. Texas odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Kansas covered the spread as a 9-point home favorite with a 38-27 win vs. the BYU Cougars as the Over (56.5) hit last Saturday. QB Jalon Daniels threw 3 TDs, and Kansas’ defense scored twice.

Texas covered as a 17.5-point favorite with a 38-6 win at the Baylor Bears as the Under (49) cashed last Saturday. QB Quinn Ewers finished 18-of-23 passing for 293 yards with a TD and rushed for another score.

The last time these teams met, Texas covered as a 9-point road favorite with a 55-14 win as the Over (63.5) hit Nov. 19, 2022.

Texas is No. 5 and Kansas is No. 24 in the US LBM Coaches Poll powered by USA TODAY Sports.

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Kansas at Texas odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 3:08 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Kansas +550 (bet $100 to win $550) | Texas -800 (bet $800 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Kansas +16.5 (-110) | Texas -16.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 61.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Kansas at Texas picks and predictions

Prediction

Texas 38, Kansas 16

Moneyline

The Longhorns (-800) are pretty much a lock at home to beat any team ranked beneath them, but most bettors don’t want to risk $800 to win $100.

PASS. Lay the points and/or bet the total instead.

Against the spread

Texas is a legitimate threat to win the National Championship this year and is tied with the Ohio State Buckeyes for the 4th-best odds at +900. Ewers is playing like a top-3 QB in the nation, and Texas’ defense is allowing just 12.5 points per game.

This will be Kansas’ 1st real test of the season, and I’m not confident in its ability to keep this game close after barely covering vs. BYU and struggling as a 28-point road favorite in a 31-24 win at the Nevada Wolf Pack the week before.

BET TEXAS -16.5 (-110).

Over/Under

The Under is 3-1 in Longhorns games this season as Texas’ defense continues to bully opponents. Kansas has put up an average of 37.8 points per game this season but has only faced inferior competition. This should be a reality check for the Jayhawks, who needed multiple TDs from their defense last week just to cover by 2 points.

BET UNDER 61.5 (-110).

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Illinois at Kansas odds, picks and predictions

Looking at Friday’s Illinois Fighting Illini at Kansas Jayhawks college football odds, lines and trends. Here’s what you need to know.

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The Illinois Fighting Illini (1-0) and Kansas Jayhawks (1-0) clash in David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium in Lawrence on Friday night. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Illinois vs. Kansas odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Illinois snuck by Toledo in a hard-fought home game Saturday. The Illini were tagged with 100 yards in penalties and had to overcome a 2-for-8 performance in 3rd-down conversions. They rallied from a 19-point deficit in a 30-28 triumph over the Rockets.

The Jayhawks got a 276-yard, 2-TD performance from senior QB Jason Bean in their 48-17 Week 1 victory over FCS Missouri State. Bean went 22 of 28 through the air as Kansas rolled up 521 total yards in its 3rd straight season-opening win.

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Illinois at Kansas odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 8:12 p.m. ET,

Moneyline: Illinois +130 (bet $100 to win $130) | Kansas -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Illinois +3 (-105) | Kansas -3 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 57.5 (O: -110 | U: -110 )

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Illinois at Kansas picks and predictions

Prediction

Kansas 28, Illinois 27

Moneyline

Liking Illinois and the points but respecting host Kansas in what could well be a 1-possession margin at the end. PASS.

Against the spread

Kansas has lost 5 straight against the number, and some bettors may still be analyzing the mental picture that went 5-0 straight up to open the 2022 season.

A mental image of last week’s foes for each — Toledo and Missouri State — do not do the Illini justice. The Rockets were a big test for a UI defense replacing quite a few tacklers. The opening games on each side spell an Illinois team that’s up to speed and a Kansas one that might get caught flat-footed in Friday’s early action.

The Illinois offense is typically solid on 1st downs. Don’t figure on a 25% 3rd-down success rate slowing its progress as much in this battle.

BACK THE FIGHTING ILLINI +3 (-105).

Over/Under

Its easier to envision a total of 40-something developing than a 60-something. Still the lean on the Under is not strong enough to require an account log-on. PASS.

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March Madness: Arkansas vs. Kansas odds, picks and predictions

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

The 8th-seeded Arkansas Razorbacks (21-13) battle the 1st-seeded Kansas Jayhawks (28-7) Saturday in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. Tip from Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines is scheduled for 5:15 p.m. ET (CBS). Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Arkansas vs. Kansas odds as we make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

Arkansas covered as a 2.5-point favorite when it knocked off Illinois 73-63 on Thursday in the 1st round of the tournament. It is 4-6 straight up (SU) and 5-5 against the spread (ATS) in its last 10 games. This season, the Razorbacks are 17-16-1 ATS.

Kansas steamrolled Howard 96-68 Thursday as a 21.5-point favorite. It is 8-2 in its last 10 games with both losses coming against Texas. In that stretch, the Longhorns are 6-4 ATS and sit at 17-18 ATS on the season.

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Arkansas vs. Kansas odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:08 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Arkansas +145 (bet $100 to win $145) | Kansas -170 (bet $170 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Arkansas +3.5 (-110) | Kansas -3.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 142.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Arkansas vs. Kansas picks and predictions

Prediction

Kansas 67, Arkansas 61

Moneyline

PASS.

The moneyline does not present enough value to make a play on Kansas (-170) in this matchup when it should win by margin at a much better price.

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Against the spread

LEAN KANSAS -3.5 (-110).

Kansas is 4-0 this season as a 3-4.5-point favorite while Arkansas dropped its only game this season as a 3-4.5-point underdog.

Kansas has been on a hot streak recently going 8-2 in its last 10 games including 3-1 in its last 4 neutral site games. The Jayhawks’ defense ranks 47th in the NCAA in 3-point defense (31.2%) while the Razorbacks’ offense ranks just 304th in the nation in 3-point percentage (31.6%).

Kansas will look to limit the outside shot from Arkansas which will allow them to grow its lead and pull away by the end of this game.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 142.5 (-110).

The Under is 7-1 in the Jayhawks’ last 8 games, 5-1 in their last 6 Saturday games, 6-0 in their last 6 games following an outright victory and 4-0 in their last 4 games following an ATS victory.

For the Razorbacks, the Under is 4-0 in their last 4 NCAA Tournament games, 10-4 in their last 14 games following an ATS victory and 2-0 in their 2 games overall.

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