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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

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:12 a.m. ET.

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

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

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

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The 12th-seeded Drake Bulldogs (27-7) visit the No. 5 Miami Hurricanes (25-7) Friday in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. Tip from MVP Arena in Albany, N.Y., is scheduled for 7:25 p.m. ET (TBS). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Drake vs. Miami odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Drake punched its ticket to the Big Dance when it rolled past Bradley 77-51 in the MVC Tournament championship game on March 5th, easily covering as a 1-point favorite. The Bulldogs are 9-1 straight up (SU) and 8-2 against the spread (ATS) in their last 10 games, improving to 16-16-1 ATS on the season.

Miami failed to cover as a 2.5-point underdog in an 85-78 loss to Duke in the semifinal round of the ACC Tournament. The Hurricanes are 8-2 SU and 5-5 ATS in its last 10 games, finishing the season 18-14 ATS.

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Drake vs. Miami odds

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Moneyline (ML): Drake +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Miami -130 (bet $130 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Drake +1.5 (-115) | Miami -1.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 146.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Drake vs. Miami picks and predictions

Prediction

Miami 71, Drake 63

Moneyline

PASS.

Miami (-130) should win by margin here, so you can find better value with the spread.

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Against the spread

LEAN MIAMI -1.5 (-115).

The Hurricanes are 7-1-1 ATS in their last 9 Friday games and 3-2 ATS as 1-point favorites this season. Miami ended its regular season on an 8-1 SU stretch, a span during which it scored no fewer than 76 points.

Drake is 0-1 ATS as a 1-2.5-point underdog this season.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 146.5 (-115).

The Under is 6-0 in the Bulldogs’ last 6 games overall, 5-0 in their last 5 games following an ATS victory, 4-0 in their last 4 against a team with a winning percentage above .600 and 4-0 in their last 4 neutral-site games.

The Under is 5-0 in the Hurricanes’ last 5 NCAA Tournament games and 9-3 in their last 12 games following an ATS loss.

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ACC Tournament: Duke vs. Miami odds, picks and predictions

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

The No. 21 Duke Blue Devils (24-8) take on the No. 13 Miami Hurricanes (25-6) Friday in the semifinal round of the ACC Tournament. Tip from Greensboro Coliseum is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Duke vs. Miami odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Rankings courtesy of the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll.

Duke easily covered as a 5.5-point favorite when it destroyed Pittsburgh 96-69 in the quarterfinal round of the tournament Thursday. It has now won 7 games in a row and is 4-3 against the spread (ATS) in that span. The Blue Devils are just 13-19 ATS this season.

Miami snuck past Wake Forest 74-72 in the quarterfinal round of the tournament Thursday but failed to cover as a 6.5-point favorite. It has now won 9 of its last 10 games and is 6-4 ATS in that span. The Hurricanes are 18-13 ATS this season.

Miami and Duke split the season series this year with Duke beating Miami 68-66 at home on Jan. 21 while failing to cover as a 6-point favorite and Miami beating Duke 81-59 on Feb. 6 to cover as a 3-point home favorite.

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Duke vs. Miami odds

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Moneyline (ML): Duke -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Miami +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
Against the spread (ATS): Duke -2.5 (-110) | Miami +2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 144.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Duke vs. Miami picks and predictions

Prediction

Duke 71, Miami 69

Moneyline

PASS.

Duke (-145) has been playing solid basketball lately, but this should be a tight game and this line doesn’t contain enough value.

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Against the spread

LEAN MIAMI +2.5 (-110).

The Blue Devils are just 1-10 ATS in their last 11 games following an ATS win, 0-5 ATS in their last 5 games following an outright victory of more than 20 points and just 4-5 ATS in their last 9 games.

Miami is 7-0-1 ATS in its last 8 Friday games, 18-6 ATS in its last 24 games following an ATS loss and 6-2 ATS in its last 8 games against a team with a winning outright record.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 144.5 (-110).

The Under is 5-1 in the Blue Devils last 6 neutral site games and 6-1 in the Hurricanes’ last 7 neutral site games, with a combined 7-2 record this season for both teams at neutral sites. The Under is also 9-2 in the Hurricanes’ last 11 games following an ATS loss.

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ACC Tournament: Wake Forest vs. Miami odds, picks and predictions

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

The 9th-seeded Wake Forest Demon Deacons (19-13) face the No. 1-seed Miami Hurricanes (24-6) Thursday in an ACC Tournament quarterfinal at Greensboro Coliseum. Tip will be at noon. ET (ESPN2). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Wake Forest vs. Miami odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Wake Forest has lost 4 of its last 5, and that stretch includes a 96-87 setback against the Hurricanes Feb. 18 as 5.5-point underdogs. Often a defensive struggler this season, Wake Forest has allowed 77.4 points per game over tho last 5 games. Overall, the Deacons went 10-10 in ACC play.

Miami went 15-5 in league play, earning a share of the ACC regular-season title with Virginia Tech. The 13th-ranked-nationally Hurricanes are 8-1 over their last 9 games.

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Wake Forest vs. Miami odds

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Moneyline: Wake Forest +220 (bet $100 to win $220) | Miami -270 (bet $270 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Wake Forest +6.5 (-110) | Miami -6.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 157.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

Wake Forest vs. Miami picks and predictions

Prediction

Miami 78, Wake Forest 75

Moneyline

Wake figures to be dangerous in this spot. But unless a +225 tag becomes available, bettors are better off on the below plays. AVOID.

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Against the spread

UM covered a 6-point spread with its series win last month, but in that game Wake was within 3 or leading for much of the 1st half and within 3 and 5 points at several points in the final 10 minutes of the contest.

The Deacons have fallen off with their 3-point shooting of late, but they hit 15 triples in that 1st meeting. Wake Forest is a live underdog in this Thursday early-afternoon ACC battle.

TAKE WAKE FOREST +6.5 (-110).

Over/Under

These are the 2 of the fastest teams in the ACC, and Wake is better on offense than defense. The Deacons and Hurricanes cruised past the 160.5-point total in the Feb. 18 game.

But look for this neutral-site game to come up short this time. Three-pointers figure as a significant component in the overall scoring, but free throws, 2nd-chance points, and buckets off turnovers don’t figure to get out of control.

BACK THE UNDER 157.5 (-115).

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Pitt at Miami odds, picks and predictions

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

The No. 25 Pitt Panthers (21-9, 14-5 ACC) face the No. 15 Miami Hurricanes (23-6, 14-5) Saturday in Coral Gables. Tip from Watsco Center is at 6 p.m. ET (ACC Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Pitt vs. Miami odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Rankings courtesy of the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll.

The winner of this meeting will earn at least of a share of the ACC title. The Panthers beat the Hurricanes 71-68 as 1.5-point underdogs on Jan. 28.

Had Miami not blown a 27-point lead in an 85-84 loss to miserable Florida State last Saturday, the Hurricanes would be a game ahead of both Pitt and Virginia in the conference standings.

Miami is 223rd nationally with 71.6 points allowed per game, it will need to count on its 25th-ranked offense (79.7 points) to provide a victory Saturday.

Pitt allows 69.0 points per game (145th) and should have a good chance to pull off the sweep and win the ACC for the first time if it can limit Miami.

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Pitt at Miami odds

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Moneyline (ML): Pitt +265 (bet $100 to win $265) | Miami -340 (bet $340 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Pitt +7.5 (-110) | Miami -7.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 154.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Pitt at Miami picks and predictions

Prediction

Miami 82, Pitt 77

Moneyline

PASS.

This is going to be a physical battle and should come down to the waning moments as both teams look for a conference title.

While Pitt (+265) is intriguing, I cannot take the road team in this game. Especially with Miami coming off an embarrassing loss to Florida State last Saturday.

Miami (-310) has been good at home all season but you cannot risk more than 3 times your potential return on a straight wager. This is also a game I would also stay away from in a parlay as both teams could easily win and ruin your day.

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Against the spread

BET PITT +7.5 (-110).

After defeating Miami by 3 points at home on Jan. 28, the swing in this game is undeserved.

Miami has only lost 1 home game this season, but Pitt has been a solid team on the road with a 7-4 record.

Pitt will need to be sharp to stay with the Hurricanes. Miami averages 79.7 points a game while Pitt averages just 71.6, but Miami’s porous defense and the Panthers’ desire to capture a conference title will result in this one remaining close.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 154.5 (-110)

This number is extremely high, but with this game meaning so much to both sides, a classic could be in store.

Pitt has gone Over in its past 4 games while Miami is 6-1 to the Over in its past 7 home games.

With both offenses looking to make a statement in the season finale, look for a lot of possessions and a lot of trips to the foul line in the final minutes of a close game.

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Miami at Virginia Tech odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Miami at Virginia Tech odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 11 Miami Hurricanes (22-5, 13-4 ACC) visit the Virginia Tech Hokies (16-11, 6-10) on Tuesday at Cassell Coliseum. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPNU). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Miami vs. Virginia Tech odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Rankings courtesy of the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll.

The Hurricanes defeated Wake Forest 96-87 on Saturday to cover as 6-point favorites at home. Miami has won 6 straight games and 8 of its last 10 contests.

The Hokies covered as 5-point home favorites in a 79-72 victory over Pittsburgh Saturday. Virginia Tech went 5-5 in its last 10 games.

This will be the second meeting between Miami and Virginia Tech this season. The Hurricanes covered as 4-point favorites to win 92-83 in the first meeting and easily hit the Over (143.5) on Jan. 31.

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Miami at Virginia Tech odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:42 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Miami +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Virginia Tech -135 (bet $135 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Miami +2.5 (-115) | Virginia Tech -2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 154.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Miami at Virginia Tech picks and predictions

Prediction

Miami 83, Virginia Tech 79

Moneyline

BET MIAMI (+115).

Despite an impressive win over Pittsburgh by the Hokies in their most recent game, the Hurricanes are getting hot at the perfect time ahead of the ACC tournament.

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Against the spread

Being that I have the Hurricanes winning outright, MIAMI +2.5 (-105) is the pick here if you’d like the insurance. While Virginia Tech has a 12-3 record at home, Miami is 8-2 ATS on the road this season.

Miami is also 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games overall and 21-5 ATS in its last 26 road games.

Over/Under

OVER 154.5 (-105) is an enticing bet with how well these teams produce on the offensive end. Miami and Virginia Tech average a combined 154.4 points per game and the Over has hit in 6 straight meetings between the programs.

The Hurricanes are 6-0 to the Over in their last 6 games against a team with a winning record and the Hokies are 5-0 to the Over in their last 5 home games.

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Miami at North Carolina odds, picks and predictions

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

The No. 20 Miami Hurricanes (20-5, 11-4 ACC) face the North Carolina Tar Heels (16-9, 8-6) Monday at Dean E. Smith Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Miami vs. North Carolina odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

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The Hurricanes beat Louisville 93-85 Saturday but failed to cover as 20-point home favorites. Miami has won 4 games in a row and 7 of its last 10 contests.

The Tar Heels cruised to a 91-71 victory over No. 24 Clemson on Saturday and covered as 7-point favorites at home. North Carolina snapped a 3-game losing skid with the win.

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Miami at North Carolina odds

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Moneyline (ML): Miami +155 (bet $100 to win $155) | North Carolina -210 (bet $210 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Miami +4.5 (-110) | North Carolina -4.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 155.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Miami at North Carolina picks and predictions

Prediction

Miami 78, North Carolina 74

Moneyline

Even though they are on the road against a North Carolina squad that is 11-1 at home, MIAMI (+155) is the better team. The Tar Heels made 15 three-pointers (45.5%) in their win over Clemson and that doesn’t seem like it’ll happen again for a team converting only 31.6% (303rd in the nation) of their 3-pointers this season.

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Against the spread

If you’re not comfortable taking the moneyline, then MIAMI +4.5 (-110) is the ideal choice in this ACC matchup. The Hurricanes are a perfect 3-0 ATS this season when they are road underdogs.

Miami is also 21-6 ATS in its last 27 road games while North Carolina is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games overall.

Over/Under

UNDER 155.5 (-110) is the lean despite these teams averaging a combined 157.4 points per game.

The Hurricanes have gone 10-3-1 to the Under in their last 14 road games. The Tar Heels have gone Under in each of their last 5 games following an ATS win.

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