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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

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 4:55 a.m. ET.

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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Miami at North Carolina odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Miami Hurricanes (4-1, 0-1 ACC) hit the road to battle the North Carolina Tar Heels (5-0, 2-0) on Saturday. Kickoff at Kenan Memorial Stadium in Chapel Hill is at 7:30 p.m. ET (ABC). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Miami vs. North Carolina odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Hurricanes are coming off their 1st loss of the season, where they literally fumbled the game away in the final minute 23-20 against Georgia Tech as a -1600 favorite. It will be interesting to see how Miami responds after turning the ball over 5 times against the Yellow Jackets. Although the Hurricanes offense has run the ball well, they will lean on QB Tyler Van Dyke to exploit the Tar Heels defense through the air.

The Tar Heels are coming off a 40-7 blowout of Syracuse last week as 9.5-point favorites. QB Drake Maye threw for 442 yards and 3 TDs to insert himself into the Heisman conversation. WR Devontez Walker, who transferred from Kent State, was back last week and appears to have been implemented into the offense just fine with 6 receptions.

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Miami at North Carolina odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 12:48 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Miami +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | North Carolina -165 (bet $165 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Miami +3.5 (-115) | North Carolina -3.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 56.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Miami at North Carolina picks and predictions

Prediction

Miami 47, North Carolina 35

Moneyline

SLAM THE U (+140).

While North Carolina is predicted to win this game by just over a field goal, these teams are very similar. The Canes will look to take advantage of a Tar Heels defense that hasn’t seen an offense like Miami’s all season. There’s simply great value in Miami as underdogs coming off the heart-wrenching defeat. Van Dyke has 12 passing TDs to Maye’s 8, and has completed nearly 73% of his passes. The U has won 4 of their last 5 away games and that trend can easily continue if their stars play like stars Saturday night.

Against the spread

BET MIAMI +3.5 (-115).

Although North Carolina has won 4 straight in this ACC rivalry, I just don’t see Miami having consecutive underwhelming performances. This defense is too talented led by DB Kamren Kinchens, DB James Williams and DL Jahfari Harvey. They’ll be hungry to prove last week was a fluke as they beat themselves, and one, if not multiple members of this trio, will force a turnover. I’m not entirely sure this one will even be close, as the hungry Canes pick up coach Cristobal.

Over/Under

POUND OVER 57.5 (-110).

Expect this game to be high scoring, with 2 of the ACC’s top QBs. With Maye coming off arguably the best game of his career, points shouldn’t be a problem with their new-look offense.

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Georgia Tech at Miami odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (2-3, 1-1 ACC) and Miami Hurricanes (4-0, 0-0) clash Saturday evening at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens with kickoff at 8 p.m. ET (ACC Network). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Georgia Tech vs. Miami odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Miami was off in Week 5 after pounding Temple 41-7 and will look to keep the train rolling. The Hurricanes are averaging 43.8 points per game (8th in the nation). Miami’s defense ranks 11th allowing 12.5 PPG and will certainly be glad to get DB Kam Kinchens, their captain, back from injury.

Georgia Tech is coming off a brutal 38-27 loss to Bowling Green as 21-point favorites. The Yellow Jackets were outscored 31-13 in the final 3 quarters. Georgia Tech QB Haynes King, who transferred from Texas A&M, has completed 65% of his passes with 15 TDs and only 4 INTs.

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Georgia Tech at Miami odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 10:11 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Georgia Tech +900 (bet $100 to win $900) | Miami -1600 (bet $1600 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Georgia Tech +20.5 (-115) | Miami -20.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 57.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Georgia Tech at Miami picks and predictions

Prediction

Miami 36, Georgia Tech 20

Moneyline

Miami’s offense has been superb so far this season to compliment a stellar defense. The U should exploit the Yellow Jackets defense, which ranks 108th in the country allowing 35 PPG. For Georgia Tech to have any shot in this game, they’ll have to pressure Miami QB Tyler Van Dyke all night. One of the lone bright spots so far in their defense has been the fact they’ve sacked the QB on 8.8% of drop backs, which does rank top 25 in the nation.

The U should remain consistent and exploit their dynamic playmakers and mismatches across the board. But Miami -1600 is not worth the return, perhaps it might be worth a look for your parlay.

Against the spread

While I expect Miami to roll, don’t expect this game to be as straightforward as it seems. Yellow Jackets coach Brent Key recently demoted his defensive coordinator and promoted Kevin Sherrer, who joined team in January. This new-look defense very well can cause confusion to Miami’s offensive line. Still, the U will exploit their players’ athletic advantage and burst out a handful of big plays. While we lean toward Miami -20.5 (-105), best to STAY AWAY.

Over/Under

Georgia Tech has obviously underperformed so far in 2023. However, one can see strides being made, as they only lost to 25th-ranked Louisville by 1 score. Georgia Tech has won 3 of their last 5 and you should expect some fight from them. However, Miami’s offense is simply too balanced and this game has the potential to be a shootout, particularly in the 2nd half.

Go with OVER 57.5 (-110).

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Miami at Temple odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Miami Hurricanes (3-0) and Temple Owls (2-1) meet in Week 4 on Saturday afternoon at Lincoln Financial Field. Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Miami vs. Temple odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Temple throttled Norfolk State 41-9 last week, just covering as 31.5-point favorites. The Owls of the American Athletic Conference also have a 24-21 win over over Akron and a 36-7 loss to an undefeated Rutgers squad.

Miami is averaging 44.7 points per game (11th of 133) with wins over Miami of Ohio (38-3), Texas A&M (48-33) and Bethune-Cookman (48-7). The Canes are averaging 511 yards of offense per game as QB Tyler Van Dyke. has hit 57 of 76 passes (76%) for 822 yards with 8 TDs and 1 interception.

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Miami at Temple odds

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Moneyline (ML): Miami -2500 (bet $2500 to win $100) | Temple +1100 (bet $100 to win $1100)
Against the spread (ATS): Miami -23.5 (-110) | Temple +23.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 47.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Miami at Temple picks and predictions

Prediction

Miami 30, Temple 14

Moneyline

Expect this game to be a lot closer than many think. Temple’s Joquez Smith is a dynamic running back, who rushed for 142 yards and 1 TD and had a 15-yard TD reception last Saturday. However, there’s just too much Miami firepower and Canes roll, but stay away from this absurd line.

Against the spread

This will be the 1st road game for The U in 2023 so they might come out sluggish. Miami has won 14 straight vs. Temple and their offense ranks 3rd in the ACC. The Owls have to get their ground game going early and need QB E.J. Warner to manage the game effectively. Although Miami is 2-1 ATS in 2023, this one might be tougher than they anticipate.

TAKE TEMPLE +23.5 (-110).

Over/Under

Miami has hit the Under in 5 of the last 6 games while Temple has hit Over in 4 of their last 5. This game has a lot of question marks on both sides. The Hurricanes have the obviously talent advantage, but the Philly faithful will be loud and Miami might have a tough time getting going.

STEER CLEAR.

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Texas A&M at Miami odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Texas A&M Aggies at Miami Hurricanes odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Texas A&M Aggies (1-0) and Miami Hurricanes (1-0) meet Saturday afternoon at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m. ET (ABC). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Texas A&M vs. Miami odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Texas A&M began its season with a comfortable 52-10 victory against New Mexico as a -38.0 favorite. The Aggies went 5-7 last season with 1 of those wins a 17-9 victory in Week 3 over the Hurricanes at Kyle Field in College Station. They then lost 6 of their next 7 games.

The Hurricanes got the ball rolling on their 2023 season with an impressive 38-3 rout of Miami of Ohio, easily covering as a 16.5 point favorite. The Hurricanes also had an underwhelming 2022 season, finishing 5-7.

This will be the 5th all-time meeting between the schools since 1944. Each team has won twice.

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Texas A&M at Miami odds

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Moneyline (ML): Texas A&M -185 (bet $185 to win $100) | Miami +150 (bet $100 to win $150)
Against the spread (ATS): Texas A&M -4 (-110) | Miami +4 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 51.0 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Texas A&M at Miami picks and predictions

Prediction

Miami 20, Texas A&M 17

Moneyline

The matchup between these 2 schools last year was a defensive struggle and with Miami’s strong defensive front, look for more of the same this time around. The Hurricanes failed to get in the end zone in their last meeting, but with a matured QB Tyler Van Dyke, look for The U to try to control the clock and keep their defensive front as fresh as possible throughout.

With the hype surrounding both teams coming into this game, a tight, competitive game is likely. There’s good value with The Canes as +150 underdogs, but QB Conner Weigman very well might be the answer for the Aggies.

AVOID at the current line.

Against the spread

For some of the same reasons above, Miami has a good shot at keeping this game within striking distance led by their pass rush. Look for DL Jahfari Harvey and preseason All American DB Kamren Kinchens to keep Weigman uncomfortable in the backfield.

TAKE MIAMI + 4 (-110) to the bank and cash it in now.

Over/Under

Both teams are going to lean on the run game. There was only a combined 26 points scored in last year’s game. Look for more of the same, regardless of who comes out victorious.

LEAN UNDER 51 (-110)

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March Madness: Miami vs. UConn odds, picks and predictions

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

The 5th-seeded Miami Hurricanes (29-7) look to take down the 4-seed Connecticut Huskies (29-8) in the Final Four in Houston on Saturday at 8:49 p.m. (CBS). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Miami vs. UConn odds as we make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

Miami, ranked No. 15 in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll, will look to take down another ranked team in No. 12 UConn to reach its 1st National Championship game. The Hurricanes have used elite shooting in the tournament to make it this far.

After shooting 59% from the field against Houston in the Sweet 16, Miami turned around and overcame a 13-point deficit in the Elite 8 with a 52% performance against Texas. While Nigel Pack gets the most attention due to his NIL package, Jordan Miller was the player who led Miami back, scoring 27 points.

Miller became the 1st player since Duke’s Christian Laettner to score more than 25 points in a tournament game on 100% shooting; he was 7-for-7 from the field and 13-for-13 from the free throw line. He will need to repeat that performance against a UConn team that has been dominating this postseason.

The Huskies could become the 1st team since the 2004 Huskies to get to the Final Four while winning all its games by 15 or more points and also win the National Championship. According to ESPN, UConn is the 1st team to make it to the Final Four while winning all its games by 15-plus points and winning its Sweet 16 game and its Elite 8 game by more than 20 points since the 1996 Kentucky Wildcats — a team which also won the title.

Dan Hurly’s team has been the best team in the tournament and have yet to have any missteps. This game could be the beginning of the coronation for UConn’s next championship.

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Miami at UConn odds

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Moneyline (ML): Miami +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | UConn -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Miami +5.5 (-110) | UConn -5.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 149.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Miami at UConn picks and predictions

Prediction

UConn 80, Miami 71

Moneyline

PASS.

UConn has been the best team in the tournament. Miami very well could be playing the 2nd-best. And while UConn is on a level of its own this postseason, -250 is simply too much to wager on a straight bet. So, it is just best to pass on this in favor of other plays.

Against the spread

BET UCONN -5.5 (-110).

UConn was ranked top 6 in the NET (NCAA Evaluation Tool) ranking from the time it finished its 14-0 start through now. Even after losing 6 of 8 games, the talent UConn had only allowed the Huskies to drop from 1st to 6th, and they have now returned to No. 1 after their dominating effort in this tournament.

After winning all its games by at least 15 points, UConn will have a tougher time with Miami. But the game will still not be close, and the Huskies are likely to run away with yet another game on their way to the title game.

The Hurricanes have used elite shooting to stay in the tournament after almost being bounced in the 1st round by Drake. UConn has a tough defense and the depth to bring in wave after wave of top athletes. Miami will finally meet its match in Houston. Miami is the lowest ranked team in the NET ranks left in the tournament and it will show in this game.

The 5.5 points is not enough of a cushion and UConn will win another double-digit game as the lone elite team left.

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Over/Under

BET OVER 149.5 (-108).

Miami has gone Over the total in all its games this tournament. UConn has gone Over the total in 2 of its 4 games.

Gonzaga was the top offensive team in the nation this season but were only able to put up 54 points against UConn. With the shooting ability Miami has shown, the Hurricanes will at least get to 65 and with the ability of UConn to score, this will make the game get to the Over.

Against 2 offensive teams in Iona and Gonzaga, UConn has averaged 84.5 points. It was also able to put up 88 points against a talented Arkansas team. While 80 points for the Huskies is a relative certainty, if Miami gets to 70 — and it has hit at least 85 in its last 3 games — this is an easy Over. If you would rather make just a play on the spread, fine. But if making a wager on the total, the Over is the only way to play it.

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March Madness: Miami vs. Texas odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Miami Hurricanes at Texas Longhorns odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The 5th-seeded Miami Hurricanes (28-7) tangle with the No. 2 Texas Longhorns (29-8) in Sunday’s Midwest Region Final in the NCAA Tournament. Tip at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City is set for 5:05 p.m. ET (CBS). Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Miami vs. Texas school odds as we make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

Miami is No. 15 in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll. The Hurricanes have logged tourney wins over Drake, Indiana, and Houston. In defensive efficiency UM ranks outside the KenPom top-100, but the Hurricanes allowed a 39.7% mark from 3-point rage from Jan. 28-March 4 and have held foes under that mark on all field goals in the tournament.

The 7th-ranked Longhorns won the Big 12 Tournament and have rattled off Big Dance triumphs against Colgate, Penn State, and Xavier. Texas is solid on both sides of the ball and over a current 7-game win streak has earned an average margin of victory of 13.3 points.

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Miami vs. Texas odds

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Moneyline: Miami +155 (bet $100 to win $155) | Texas -180 (bet $180 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Miami +3.5 (-105) | Texas -3.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 149.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Miami vs. Texas picks and predictions

Prediction

Texas 72, Miami 68

Moneyline

Texas is in the fastest 3rd of teams tempo-wise and that figures as a boon as the Longhorns have played well against rabbit foes.

Miami is too far over its skis in holding opponents to a 30% mark from beyond the arc in this tournament. The Texas defense makes the Longhorns a worthy 70% play here. The current implied mark is 63.69% The value in between is ours.

BACK TEXAS (-180).

Against the spread

There is a solid under play in this game, and that makes a UT cover a slightly less valuable commodity. PASS.

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Over/Under

The Under is 7-1 in UT’s last 8 games (with 5 winning margins of 6-plus points) and 6-2 in Miami’s last 8 NCAA Tournament games.

The ‘Canes and ‘Horns take good care of the basketball. Neither is overly reliant on 3s or 1s (free throws) in their makeup.

Both squads come from relatively fast conference environments where their pace numbers are more often pushed faster. With 2 veteran teams tussling in a neutral venue and with some shooting regression along for the ride, the UNDER 149.5 (-115) is a strong play.

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March Madness: Miami vs. Houston odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Miami Hurricanes vs. Houston odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The 5th-seeded Miami Hurricanes (27-7) and No. 1 Houston Cougars (33-3) clash Thursday in a Sweet 16 contest at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City. Tip is set for 7:15 p.m. ET (CBS). Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Miami vs. Houston odds as we make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

Miami is No. 15 in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll. The Hurricanes have advanced to this Midwest Region semifinal via wins over 12-seed Drake and 4-seed Indiana. The Hurricanes are 11-2 in their last 13 games.

Houston is ranked No. 1 in the nation. The Cougars’ Midwest ride has included victories over 16th-seeded Northern Kentucky and No. 9 Auburn. UH is 15-1 in its last 16 games and 13 of those wins — including both in this tournament — have been by double-digit margins.

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Miami vs. Houston odds

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Moneyline: Miami +280 (bet $100 to win $280) | Houston -340 (bet $340 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Miami +7.5 (-108) | Houston -7.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 138.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Miami vs. Houston picks and predictions

Prediction

Houston 70, Miami 62

Moneyline

PASS: the lean here is on Houston, but that’s more of a big-bankroll play.

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Against the spread

The Cougars are just 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games following an ATS win.

Houston has the better defense in this matchup. UH’s ability to defend inside and out — with length and athleticism on the perimeter and strength and blocked shots in the paint — figures as a difference maker.

But the margin of leverage is tight. A line watch is the suggestion here. PASS for now: grab value on the Cougars if the spread drops to -6.5, even if its priced with a Houston lean (-115, -120).

Over/Under

The Under is 4-2 in UH’s last 6 games and 3-2 in UM’s last 5. The Under is alos 6-1 in the Hurricanes’ last 7 NCAA games and 4-1 in the Cougars’ last 7 NCAA games.

Houston plays at a slowest-15% pace; Miami figures as a fast/mid-fast group. Both teams have efficient offenses, but look for both to take care of the ball and finish a lot of scoring possessions with 2-point field goals.

The Cougar defense should be trouble for the Hurricanes both inside and out. And UM can be slowed down. Coming from a faster league in the ACC, the ‘Canes slowest conference foes were Duke, Notre Dame, and Virginia. In 6 games against those 3 teams, plus UM’s slowest quality non-conference foe, Rutgers, the Under went 5-1.

BACK THE UNDER 138.5 (-115).

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Sweet 16 first look: Miami vs. Houston odds, lines and trends

Looking at Friday’s Miami vs. Houston Sweet 16 odds, lines and trends. Here’s what you need to know.

The 5th-seeded Miami Hurricanes (27-7) clash with the No. 1 Houston Cougars (33-3) in a Sweet 16 showdown on Friday. The Midwest Region contest at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City is slated for a 7:15 p.m. ET (CBS) tip-off. Below, we look at Miami vs. Houston from Tipico Sportsbook. Plus, check out our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

Miami is No. 15 in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll. The Hurricanes have collected Midwest bracket wins over Drake and Indiana. They are 11-2 since Jan. 31 and over that stretch have averaged 81.4 points per game.

The Cougars are the top-ranked team in the nation and have won 2 tourney games so far without much efficiency on offense. But the defense has been stout. Houston held its 2 opponents to a 32% shooting mark from the floor. Houston is 15-1 since Jan. 25.

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Miami vs. Houston odds

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

Moneyline: Miami +255 (bet $100 to win $255) | Houston -320 (bet $320 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Miami +7.5 (-115) | Houston -7.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 138.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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2022-23 betting stats (including postseason):

ML: Miami 27-7 | Houston 33-3
ATS: Miami 20-14 | Houston 19-17
O/U: Miami 15-18-1 | Houston 16-19-1

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Miami vs. Houston head-to-head

Since 1950, Houston is 9-5 across 14 games against Miami with all of them before 1972.

The Cougars are in the NCAA Tournament for the 5th year in a row the event has been held. They lost in a region final last year and are looking to get to their 7th Final Four. Houston has never won a national title.

The Hurricanes were also ousted in a region final last year and in 12 NCAA Tournaments they have never reached the Final Four.

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March Madness: Miami vs. Indiana odds, picks and predictions

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

The 5th-seeded Miami Hurricanes (26-7) battle the 4th-seeded Indiana Hoosiers (23-11) Sunday in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. Tip from MVP Arena in Albany, N.Y., is scheduled for 8:40 p.m. ET (TNT). Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Miami vs. Indiana odds as we make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

Miami took down Drake 63-56 as a 2.5-point favorite in the first round of the tournament Friday. The against-the-spread (ATS) win snapped an 0-4 ATS run. The Hurricanes are 8-2 straight up (SU) and 5-5 ATS in their last 10 games, improving to 19-14 ATS this season.

Indiana beat Kent State 71-60 Friday in the first round, covering as a 4-point favorite. The Hoosiers are 6-4 SU and 4-6 ATS in their last 10 games, slipping to 16-17-1 ATS this season.

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Miami vs. Indiana odds

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Moneyline (ML): Miami +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Indiana -130 (bet $130 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Miami +1.5 (-105) | Indiana -1.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 145.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Miami vs. Indiana picks and predictions

Prediction

Indiana 71, Miami 65

Moneyline

PASS.

This is a very small spread and if Indiana (-130) wins it should cover. I’ll take the better value with a single basket than pay the extra juice on the moneyline.

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Against the spread

LEAN INDIANA -1.5 (-115).

While this will surely be a close matchup, Indiana has the edge.

The Hoosiers are 3-2 ATS this season in neutral site games while the Hurricanes are 2-3 ATS in such games. Indiana is 2-1-1 ATS as a 1-2.5-point favorite while Miami is 1-1 ATS as a 1-2.5-point underdog.

Indiana really shows its edge in Kenpom’s strength of schedule. The Hoosiers rank 11th in the nation while the Hurricanes rank 85th. Despite similar records and seeding, Indiana has had a much more difficult path. Expect the Hoosiers to remain composed throughout which is critical for advancing in March.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 145.5 (-110).

The Under is 6-0 in Miami’s last 6 NCAA Tournament games and 7-2 in its last 9 neutral site games. For Indiana, the Under is 5-2 ATS in its last 7 games following an ATS victory. The Under hit in both teams’ first-round games as well.

Both teams rank below 100th overall in tempo in the Kenpom rankings. Expect a slower pace, as neither has been exploding recently. The Under is 3-1 in Miami’s last 4 games and 2-1 in Indiana’s last 3.

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