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The Lipscomb Bisons (1-0) head to Bud Walton Arena to face the No. 16 Arkansas Razorbacks (0-0) Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze Fanduel Sportsbook’s lines around the Lipscomb vs. Arkansas odds as we make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.
The Bisons opened their season with a 77-72 road win at Duquesne Monday, covering as 4.5-point underdogs and hitting the Over (148.5). Lipscomb led throughout, powered by senior F Jacob Ognacevic, who posted 30 points and 10 rebounds, both game-highs. Lipscomb shot 42.9% (9-for-21) from 3-point range, securing a strong season start on the road in Pittsburgh.
Last season was disappointing for Arkansas, prompting Eric Musselman to leave for USC after a 16-17 campaign. The Razorbacks have now turned to John Calipari, a proven recruiter and talent developer, to revitalize the program. Calipari takes over a roster with potential, although it has undergone significant turnover. Arkansas secured top transfer portal additions, G Johnell Davis and G D.J. Wagner, to lead the team, along with F Jonas Aidoo’s defensive skills. With an easier start to the season, Arkansas aims to bounce back from last season’s struggles.
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Lipscomb at Arkansas odds
Provided by Fanduel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:59 a.m. ET.
- Moneyline (ML): Lipscomb +760 (bet $100 to win $760) | Arkansas -1250 (bet $1,250 to win $100)
- Against the spread (ATS): Lipscomb +13.5 (-102) | Arkansas -13.5 (-120)
- Over/Under (O/U): 160.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)
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Lipscomb at Arkansas picks and predictions
Prediction
Arkansas 84, Lipscomb 73
Moneyline
PASS.
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Against the spread
BET LIPSCOMB +13.5 (-102).
Arkansas leads the all-time series against Lipscomb 3-0, winning all 3 games at home, including last season’s tight 69-66 Razorback win. In that matchup, F Makhi Mitchell scored two crucial baskets in the final minutes, and G Davonte Davis secured the win with a late layup. Now under Calipari, Arkansas is navigating a roster overhaul with plenty of talent as the new players will be looking to find their rhythm together.
Lipscomb enters with a strong ATS record, covering in 5 of its last 6 games dating to last season, and holding a 7-2 ATS record in its last 9 November matchups. The Bisons already started the season with a road win, bringing momentum and experience that could keep this game competitive as Arkansas adjusts to its new lineup and leadership.
Over/Under
BET UNDER 160.5 (-110).
The Razorbacks have a challenging spread to cover in their season opener, especially with the total set at 160.5 points. While Arkansas was the second-best Over team last season (24-8-1), with new players and fresh adjustments, hitting this high total could be tough early on.
While Lipscomb’s opening game cashed an Over ticket, it closed last season 3-4 O/U in its last 7 games. The Bisons only went Over 161 points twice in their last 8 games.
This matchup should lean toward the Under as both teams find their footing.
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