Tag: Texas Longhorns betting odds line spread pick predictions best bets

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

Analyzing Wednesday’s Xavier vs. Texas odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4141″ ]

The Xavier Musketeers (21-11) and Texas Longhorns (19-15) meet Wednesday in Dayton, Ohio, as they tussle in a First Four game for the Midwest Region No. 11 seed. Tip time in the site’s second game of the evening from UD Arena is slated for 9:10 p.m. ET (truTV). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Xavier vs. Texas odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

Xavier, which made the tournament field as an at-large squad from the Big East Conference, closed the regular season with a 7-game win streak. But the Musketeers were ousted by Marquette in a Thursday quarterfinal, though they covered as 2.5-point underdogs in an 89-87 loss — with the Over (145 easily hitting). XU is an up-tempo 5, which is solid on the defensive glass and ranks seventh in the nation in accuracy from the 3-point arc with a 38.82% per NCAA.com.

Texas earned an at-large berth out of the Southeastern Conference after clocking 17 regular-season wins and then 2 victories in the SEC Tournament. The Longhorns fell to favored-by-9.5 Tennessee 83-72 in a Friday semifinal in Nashville with the Over (137.5) cashing. That loss stands as 1 of 5 since Feb. 22 as the ‘Horns are 3-5 in that span. In the larger picture, the Longhorns are just 8-13 after starting the season 11-2.

– Rankings: USA TODAY Sports Men’s Basketball Coaches Poll

THE BRACKETS ARE BACK! The USA TODAY Sports Bracket Challenge is back! $1 MILLION grand prize for a perfect bracket, $25,000 prize for top bracket. Free to enter, 21+. Terms apply, void where prohibited by law. See Official Rules. Play now!

Xavier vs. Texas odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Tuesday at 8:15 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Xavier -160 (bet $160 to win $100) | Texas +135 (bet $100 to win $135)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Xavier -2.5 (-115) | Texas +2.5 (-105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 151.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

Can you survive? USA TODAY Sports’ Men and Women’s Basketball Tournament Survivor Pools are here with a $2,500 prize for each contest! Free to enter, 21+. Terms apply, void where prohibited by law. See Official Rules. Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4132″ ]

Xavier vs. Texas picks and predictions

Prediction

Xavier 79, Texas 74

Moneyline

No interest. AVOID.

Against the spread

Since Feb. 12, the Musketeers are 7-1 straight up and 6-2 ATS.

Xavier coach Sean Miller has led teams to multiple tourney wins 8 times, and his Musketeers are the sharper team heading into this matchup. XU’s speed (adjusted tempo 74th in NCAA-I per KenPom) figures to be a potential problem for the Longhorns. Over the last six weeks, Texas has been an ATS minus against faster foes like Alabama, Arkansas, and Kentucky.

The Texas perimeter defense is just average, and the Longhorns are facing a Xavier team which has splashed on 40% of its attempts over its last 10 games. If things are close late, give XU an edge at the foul line: The Muskies rank sixth in the nation with a 79.4% accuracy rate, per NCAA.com.

With the Musketeers playing near its Cincinnati home, BACK XAVIER -2.5 (-115).

Over/Under

The Over is 12-1 in Texas’ last 13 games.

Both sides generate a lot of looks at the free-throw line, and both have faster tempo numbers over the last month or so.

Consider a partial-unit play on OVER 151.5 (-105).

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”6305″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

College sports coverage from USA TODAY Sports Media Group:
Alabama / Auburn / Clemson / Colorado / Duke / Florida / Florida State / Georgia / Iowa / Kentucky / LSU / Michigan / Michigan State / Nebraska / North Carolina / Notre Dame / Ohio State / Oklahoma / Oregon / Penn State / Tennessee / Texas / Texas A&M / UCLA / USC / Washington / Wisconsin / College Sports Wire / High School / Recruiting

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1667]

Texas vs. Texas A&M odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Texas vs. Texas A&M odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4141″ ]

The Texas A&M Aggies (22-9) meet the Texas Longhorns (18-14) Thursday in the second round of the SEC Tournament. Tip from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville is set for 3:30 p.m. ET (SEC Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Texas vs. Texas A&M odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

Texas A&M, which is No. 16 in the USA TODAY Sports Men’s Basketball Coaches Poll, enters on a 2-game win streak. It closed out its regular season schedule with a 66-52 road win over the LSU Tigers Saturday, covering as a 7-point favorite. The Aggies have covered in just 2 of their last 6 games, but are 16-13-2 against the spread (ATS) on the season. They are the fifth seed in the SEC Tournament.

The Longhorns, who are the No. 13 seed in the tournament, beat the Vanderbilt Commodores 79-72 Wednesday, covering as a 2.5-point underdog. G Tramon Mark finished with 19 points on 5-for-8 shooting. Texas has won just 2 of its last 6 games, going 2-4 ATS. It is 14-16-1 ATS on the season.

These teams split the regular season matchups, with both winning at home. A&M won 80-60 on Jan. 4 while Texas won 70-69 on Jan. 25.

Stream select live college basketball games and full replays: Get ESPN+

Texas vs. Texas A&M odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Wednesday at 11:06 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Texas +230 (bet $100 to win $230) | Texas A&M -285 (bet $285 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Texas +6.5 (-110) | Texas A&M -6.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 138.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4132″ ]

Texas vs. Texas A&M picks and predictions

Prediction

Texas A&M 75, Texas 67

Moneyline

PASS.

The Aggies are the better side and have proven that this season, but they are too expensive (-230) to play on the moneyline. The Longhorns (+285) aren’t worth the upset play on their second game in as many days.

Against the spread

BET TEXAS A&M -6.5 (-110).

The Longhorns simply haven’t performed well for bettors over the last month. Since Feb. 5, they are just 2-8 ATS and 1-3 ATS when not at home. Texas is 2-3 ATS as an underdog in that span as well.

The Aggies, who had a late-season win over the No. 3 Auburn Tigers, have covered in 2 straight games and in 5 of their last 9. They are 2-2 ATS on the road and 3-2 ATS as a favorite in that span. A&M has allowed 72 or fewer points in 6 of its last 9 games, so it should defend well enough to separate itself in this one.

Back TEXAS A&M -6.5 (-110).

Over/Under

BET OVER 138.5 (-115).

The Aggies have gone Over in 4 of their last 5 games, and they have scored at least 83 points in 2 of their last 4 contests.

The Longhorns are 18-12-1 O/U and have gone Over in 10 of their last 11 games, including their first-round battle against the Commodores. They have scored at least 72 points in 4 of their last 5 games and have allowed at least 82 points in 4 of their last 6 contests.

Considering those trends, take OVER 138.5 (-115).

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”6305″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow @nathanbeighle_ on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

College sports coverage from USA TODAY Sports Media Group:
Alabama / Auburn / Clemson / Colorado / Duke / Florida / Florida State / Georgia / Iowa / Kentucky / LSU / Michigan / Michigan State / Nebraska / North Carolina / Notre Dame / Ohio State / Oklahoma / Oregon / Penn State / Tennessee / Texas / Texas A&M / UCLA / USC / Washington / Wisconsin / College Sports Wire / High School / Recruiting

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1667]

Texas at Ole Miss odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Texas at Ole Miss odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4141″ ]

The Texas Longhorns (14-6, 3-4 SEC) and the No. 23 Ole Miss Rebels (15-5, 4-3) meet Wednesday at the Sandy and John Black Pavilion. Tip-off is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Texas vs. Ole Miss odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

The Longhorns edged Texas A&M 70-69 as 1-point favorites Saturday, pushing at most shops while cashing the Under (140). Texas has struggled lately, though, going just 3-4 straight up (SU) in the past 7 games, while going 4-1-1 against the spread (ATS) in the previous 6 outings. The Under has hit in 3 in a row, while the total has gone low in 5 of the past 7 outings.

The Rebels have dropped 3 in a row, and they’re in danger of tumbling out of the rankings completely. They’ve failed to cover the past 2 losses at Missouri Saturday and at home against Texas A&M last Wednesday (Jan. 22), and the Over is 2-1 in the past 3 games, although the Under is on a 10-3 roll in the previous 13 contests since Dec. 3.

– Rankings: USA TODAY Sports Men’s Basketball Coaches Poll

Stream select live college basketball games and full replays: Get ESPN+

Texas at Ole Miss odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:09 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Texas +220 (bet $100 to win $220) | Ole Miss -275 (bet $275 to win $100)
  • Against the spread: Texas +6.5 (-115) | Ole Miss -6.5 (-105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 141.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4132″ ]

Texas at Ole Miss picks and predictions

Prediction

Ole Miss 71, Texas 68

Moneyline

Ole Miss (-275) will set you almost 3 times your potential return, and that’s way too much risk for a team that comes in on a 3-game losing streak.

However, Texas (+220) has suffered 4 losses in the past 7 games, so neither of these teams really should give moneyline bettors a lot of confidence.

PASS.

Against the spread

TEXAS +6.5 (-115) is worth playing catching more than 3 buckets. The Longhorns aren’t winning a lot of games outright, but they’re 4-1-1 ATS in the past 6 games.

On the flip side, Ole Miss -6.5 (-105) has failed to cover the past 2 games, while going just 2-3 ATS in the past 5 outings at home.

Over/Under

UNDER 141.5 (-115) is worth a look in this battle between 2 struggling teams.

It’s all about the Rebels lately, going 5-2 to the Under in the last 7 games and 10-3 in the previous 13 outings.

For the Longhorns, the Under is 5-3 in the past 8 outings, with the total going low in each of the past 3 games.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”6305″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow Kevin J. Erickson on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

College sports coverage from USA TODAY Sports Media Group:
Alabama / Arkansas / Auburn / Clemson / Colorado / Duke / Florida / Florida State / Georgia / Iowa / Kentucky / LSU / Michigan / Michigan State / Nebraska / North Carolina / Notre Dame / Ohio State / Oklahoma / Oregon / Penn State / Rutgers / Tennessee / Texas / Texas A&M / UCLA / USC / Washington / Wisconsin / Recruiting / Transfer portal / College Football Playoffs / College Sports Wire / High School

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1667]

Texas A&M at Texas odds, picks and predictions

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

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4141″ ]

The Texas Longhorns (13-6, 2-4 SEC) welcome the No. 13 Texas A&M Aggies (15-4, 4-2) to the Moody Center in Austin Saturday. Tip-off is set for 2:30 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Texas A&M vs. Texas odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

Texas A&M, which is No. 13 in the USA TODAY Sports Men’s Basketball Coaches Poll, enters on a 2-game win streak. It beat the No. 16 Ole Miss Rebels 63-62 Wednesday, covering as a 3-point road underdog. The Aggies lost their last 2 games prior to this win streak, both against top-10 conference opponents. They are 1-3 against the spread (ATS) in their last 4 games and 11-7-1 ATS on the season.

The Longhorns, who started the season ranked No. 19 in the Coaches Poll, beat the Missouri Tigers 61-53 Tuesday, closing as a 2.5-point home favorite. They got back to their winning ways after losing 4 of their last 5, including an 80-60 loss at the Aggies Jan. 4. Texas has covered 4 of its last 5 games and is 11-8 ATS on the season.

Stream select live college basketball games and full replays: Get ESPN+

Texas A&M at Texas odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:55 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Texas A&M -102 (bet $102 to win $100) | Texas -118 (bet $118 to win $100)
  • Against the spread: Texas A&M +1.5 (-115) | Texas -1.5 (-105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 141.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4132″ ]

Texas A&M at Texas picks and predictions

Prediction

Texas 72, Texas A&M 66

Moneyline

BET TEXAS (-118).

The Longhorns have been close to beating a few very good teams at home this month, losing to No. 7 Tennessee 74-70 Jan. 11, as well as No. 1 Auburn 87-82 Jan. 7. They have otherwise played well at home, beating Missouri Tuesday.

The Aggies have lost 2 of their last 3 games as underdogs and scored 69 or fewer points in 3 straight. They have allowed 78 or more points in 3 of their last 5. Texas A&M is 2-2 on the road this season and will be in a rowdy Moody Center Saturday.

Expect the home side to come out on top, and play TEXAS (-118).

Against the spread

PASS.

There’s no great reason to take the spread over the moneyline. Considering A&M won its last game by 1 and Texas has played SEC sides close at home, avoid this option, and play the moneyline for the better value.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 141.5 (-110).

The Aggies have been on fire for Under bettors over the last few weeks. Their defense has been electric, holding opponents to 62 or fewer points in 5 of their last 8 games. Texas A&M is 3-8 O/U in its last 11.

The Longhorns have gone Under in 2 straight games and in 4 of their last 7, scoring 70 or fewer points in 4 of their last 6. They have allowed 70 or fewer in 5 of their last 7 home games.

Back UNDER 141.5 (-110).

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”6305″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow @nathanbeighle_ on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

College sports coverage from USA TODAY Sports Media Group:
Alabama / Arkansas / Auburn / Clemson / Colorado / Duke / Florida / Florida State / Georgia / Iowa / Kentucky / LSU / Michigan / Michigan State / Nebraska / North Carolina / Notre Dame / Ohio State / Oklahoma / Oregon / Penn State / Rutgers / Tennessee / Texas / Texas A&M / UCLA / USC / Washington / Wisconsin / Recruiting / Transfer portal / College Football Playoffs / College Sports Wire / High School

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1667]

Missouri at Texas odds, picks and predictions

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

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4141″ ]

The Texas Longhorns (12-6, 1-4 SEC) welcome the No. 24 Missouri Tigers (15-3, 4-1) to the Moody Center Tuesday. Tip is set for 9 p.m. ET (SEC Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Missouri vs. Texas odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

Missouri, which is No. 24 in the USA TODAY Sports Men’s Basketball Coaches Poll, beat the Arkansas Razorbacks 83-65 Saturday, closing as a 5.5-point home favorite. It has won 4 straight games and has covered 5 in a row, scoring at least 75 points in each. The Tigers have numerous weapons with 4 players averaging double figures.

Texas enters after a 84-60 loss to the No. 6 Florida Gators Saturday, closing as a 10.5-point road underdog. The Longhorns have lost 4 of their last 5 games with each of those defeats coming against a top-15 side. Texas has covered in 3 of its last 4 and is 10-8 against the spread (ATS) on the season.

Stream select live college basketball games and full replays: Get ESPN+

Missouri at Texas odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:40 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Missouri +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Texas -140 (bet $140 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Missouri +2.5 (-110) | Texas -2.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 148.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4132″ ]

Missouri at Texas picks and predictions

Prediction

Missouri 80, Texas 74

Moneyline

PASS.

Missouri is a quality side that has a road win over Florida in the 2 weeks. However, considering it is an underdog and being given a few points, the preferred play is on the spread over the moneyline.

Against the spread

BET MISSOURI +2.5 (-110).

The Tigers have been a covering machine. They are 5-0 ATS in SEC play and have allowed 67 or fewer points in 3 of those 5 contests, so they have excelled defensively. Missouri is 3-1 ATS away from home.

The Longhorns were blasted by Florida in their last game and are just 3-3 ATS in their last 6 outings. Texas has scored 70 or fewer points in 3 of its last 5 games, so it might be able to keep up offensively.

Back MISSOURI +2.5 (-110).

Over/Under

BET OVER 148.5 (-110).

The Longhorns have eclipsed the projected total in 3 of their last 4 games, allowing 73 points or more in all 4 while scoring at least 70 points in 3 games. Texas is 3-2 O/U in conference play and 9-8-1 O/U on the season.

The Tigers are 9-9 O/U on the season and have an ultra-efficient offense with each of their top-3 scoring options shooting at least 50% from the field.  The Tigers have tallied at least 83 points in 3 of their last 4 games.

Take OVER 148.5 (-110).

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”6305″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow @nathanbeighle_ on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

College sports coverage from USA TODAY Sports Media Group:
Alabama / Arkansas / Auburn / Clemson / Colorado / Duke / Florida / Florida State / Georgia / Iowa / Kentucky / LSU / Michigan / Michigan State / Nebraska / North Carolina / Notre Dame / Ohio State / Oklahoma / Oregon / Penn State / Rutgers / Tennessee / Texas / Texas A&M / UCLA / USC / Washington / Wisconsin / Recruiting / Transfer portal / College Football Playoffs / College Sports Wire / High School

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1667]

Texas at Florida odds, picks and predictions

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

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4141″ ]

The Texas Longhorns (12-5, 1-3 SEC) visit the No. 4 Florida Gators (15-2, 2-2) Saturday afternoon. Tip from Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O’Connell Center is scheduled for 4 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Texas vs. Florida odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

Texas snapped a 3-game losing streak on Wednesday with a 77-73 win over Oklahoma while covering as a 2.5-point road underdog. G Jordan Pope scored a team-high 27 points while the Longhorns saw just 1 point from their bench in the win.

Florida snapped a 2-game winning streak with an 83-82 loss against Missouri Tuesday while failing to cover as a 10.5-point home favorite. G Walter Clayton Jr. led all scorers with 28 points while the Gators shot 48.1% from the field in the losing effort.

– Rankings: USA TODAY Sports Men’s Basketball Coaches Poll

Stream select live college basketball games and full replays: Get ESPN+

Texas at Florida odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:15 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Texas +450 (bet $100 to win $450) | Florida -650 (bet $650 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Texas +10.5 (-110) | Florida -10.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 152.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4132″ ]

Texas at Florida picks and predictions

Prediction

Florida 84, Texas 76

Moneyline

PASS.

There is minimal value on Florida (-500) to win on Saturday.

Against the spread

LEAN TEXAS +10.5 (-110).

Texas is 7-3 against the spread (ATS) in its last 10 games and has covered in each of its last 3 games, including as 10.5-point underdogs against Auburn.

Florida has been hot this season but is coming off a tough home loss in which it entered as a 10.5-point favorite. It has allowed 83 or more points in 2 of its last 4 games, which could be the key to allowing Texas to stay close.

Over/Under

BET OVER 152.5 (-115).

Florida has scored 82 or more points in 8 of its last 10 games. It has allowed 83 or more points in 2 of its last 4.

Texas has avoided the Under in 7 of its last 10 games including each of its last 3. It has scored 70 or more points in 7 of its last 8 including each of its last 3 while it has allowed 73 or more points in each of its last 4.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”6305″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow @seth_orlemann on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

College sports coverage from USA TODAY Sports Media Group:
Alabama / Arkansas / Auburn / Clemson / Colorado / Duke / Florida / Florida State / Georgia / Iowa / Kentucky / LSU / Michigan / Michigan State / Nebraska / North Carolina / Notre Dame / Ohio State / Oklahoma / Oregon / Penn State / Rutgers / Tennessee / Texas / Texas A&M / UCLA / USC / Washington / Wisconsin / Recruiting / Transfer portal / College Football Playoffs / College Sports Wire / High School

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1667]

Texas at Oklahoma odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Texas at Oklahoma odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4141″ ]

The Texas Longhorns (11-5, 0-3 SEC) and the Oklahoma Sooners (13-3, 0-3) meet Wednesday at the Lloyd Noble Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (SEC Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Texas vs. Oklahoma odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

Texas and Oklahoma meet for the first time as members of the SEC, and someone is going to come away with their first-ever win in the league. Both teams have started out 0-3 in conference play. Welcome to the SEC, boys!

The Longhorns have dropped 3 in a row to start league play against Texas A&M, Auburn and Tennessee, 3 ranked teams. They’ve covered the past 2 games, while cashing the Over in both outings.

The Sooners have also lost 3 in a row against ranked teams, falling to Alabama, Texas A&M, and Georgia, which just joined the ranks this week. Oklahoma has failed to cover the past 5 games, while the Over has cashed in 4 of the past 6 outings.

– Rankings: USA TODAY Sports Men’s Basketball Coaches Poll

Stream select live college basketball games and full replays: Get ESPN+

Texas at Oklahoma odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:07 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Texas +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Oklahoma -145 (bet $145 to win $100)
  • Against the spread: Texas +2.5 (-110) | Oklahoma -2.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 149.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4132″ ]

Texas at Oklahoma picks and predictions

Prediction

Texas 79, Oklahoma 73

Moneyline

TEXAS (+120) is the play as a short ‘dog on the road, as it has dominated this series in the pre-SEC days. The Longhorns have won the past 7 meetings since March 4, 2021, including the past 4 trips at the Noble Center.

Oklahoma (-145) hasn’t won in this series since Jan. 26, 2021, a 1-point victory in Austin, and it struggles defensively, allowing teams to hit 43.4% from the field. However, the Sooners are a strong team defending the 3-pointer, limiting teams to just 27.7%.

Against the spread

Texas +2.5 (-110) is only worth playing if you strongly believe Oklahoma -2.5 (-110) is going to win, but only by 1 or 2 points.

If you like the Longhorns, just play them straight up on the moneyline for a much better value.

PASS.

Over/Under

OVER 149.5 (-115) is worth playing lightly, but only risk a half-unit play at best.

The Over has hit in 4 of the past 6 games for the Sooners, while going 3-1 in the past 4 games at home.

For the Longhorns, the Over has cashed in 4 of the past 6 games, too. Texas has allowed at least 74 points in 3 SEC games, and 80.3 points per game in the span. The Over has hit in 4 of the past 5 meetings in this series since Feb. 15, 2022, too.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”6305″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow Kevin J. Erickson on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

College sports coverage from USA TODAY Sports Media Group:
Alabama / Arkansas / Auburn / Clemson / Colorado / Duke / Florida / Florida State / Georgia / Iowa / Kentucky / LSU / Michigan / Michigan State / Nebraska / North Carolina / Notre Dame / Ohio State / Oklahoma / Oregon / Penn State / Rutgers / Tennessee / Texas / Texas A&M / UCLA / USC / Washington / Wisconsin / Recruiting / Transfer portal / College Football Playoffs / College Sports Wire / High School

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1667]

Tennessee at Texas odds, picks and predictions

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

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4141″ ]

The Texas Longhorns (11-4, 0-2 SEC) welcome the No. 1 Tennessee Volunteers (14-1, 1-1) to the Moody Center Saturday. Tip is set for 6 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Tennessee vs. Texas odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

Tennessee, which is No. 1 in the USA TODAY Sports Men’s Basketball Coaches Poll, was embarrassed by the No. 8 Florida Gators 73-43 Tuesday, closing as a 3-point road underdog. After 4 straight home games, it was throttled on the road. Over its last 5, Tennessee is 2-3 against the spread (ATS). The Volunteers are 2-1 straight up and 1-1-1 ATS in road games this season.

The Longhorns lost to the No. 2 Auburn Tigers 87-82 Tuesday, closing as a 10.5-point home underdog. They lost the game prior as well, a 20-point road defeat against the No. 9 Texas A&M Aggies. Texas had won its 4 games before those 2 losses. It is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 and 8-7 ATS on the season.

Stream select live college basketball games and full replays: Get ESPN+

Tennessee at Texas 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 10:15 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Tennessee -210 (bet $210 to win $100) | Texas +170 (bet $100 to win $170)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Tennessee -4.5 (-115) | Texas +4.5 (-105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 136.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4132″ ]

Tennessee at Texas picks and predictions

Prediction

Tennessee 68, Texas 64

Moneyline

PASS.

The Volunteers should get back to their winning ways Saturday, but they are far too favored to take on the moneyline. The Longhorns are an enticing home underdog yet better played on the spread. Avoid a moneyline wager.

Against the spread

BET LONGHORNS +4.5 (-115).

The Longhorns played competitively at home against Auburn, one of the best teams in the country, on Tuesday. They are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 home games. Texas has scored at least 77 points in 5 of its last 6, suggesting it has the offense capable of keeping this game close.

The Volunteers have struggled to consistently cover as of late. They are just 2-4-1 ATS in their last 7 games and have scored 67 or fewer in 2 of their last 3 and in 3 of their last 6. Considering those offensive woes, expect Tennessee to fail to pull away by a sizable margin.

Take LONGHORNS +4.5 (-115).

Over/Under

BET UNDER 136.5 (-105).

The Volunteers have a strong defense and a reeling offense. They are 5-10 O/U on the season and 1-6 O/U in their last 7. Tennessee scored 43 against the Gators and has tallied 109 in its last 2 road games combined. It has allowed 64 or fewer in 6 of its last 7.

The Longhorns have gone Under in 2 of their last 3 games and will be facing a slow-paced Volunteers side. Texas has scored 65 or fewer in 3 of 4 games with a spread of 6 or fewer. Back UNDER 136.5 (-105).

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”6305″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow @nathanbeighle_ on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

College sports coverage from USA TODAY Sports Media Group:
Alabama / Arkansas / Auburn / Clemson / Colorado / Duke / Florida / Florida State / Georgia / Iowa / Kentucky / LSU / Michigan / Michigan State / Nebraska / North Carolina / Notre Dame / Ohio State / Oklahoma / Oregon / Penn State / Rutgers / Tennessee / Texas / Texas A&M / UCLA / USC / Washington / Wisconsin / Recruiting / Transfer portal / College Football Playoffs / College Sports Wire / High School

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1667]

College Football Playoff: Ohio State vs. Texas odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Ohio State vs. Texas odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4141″ ]

The Ohio State Buckeyes (12-2) face the Texas Longhorns (13-2) in the Cotton Bowl Friday in a College Football Playoff semifinal. Kickoff from AT&T Stadium in Arlington is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Ohio State vs. Texas odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Buckeyes fans were up in arms and ready to run coach Ryan Day out on a rail after a stunning 13-10 home loss to rival Michigan Nov. 30, a game Ohio State was favored by 19.5 points. However, things have simmered down considerably in the playoffs.

Ohio State fired out of the chute to throttle Tennessee 42-17 in a first-round playoff game as a 7-point home favorite Dec. 21 while the Over (47) cashed. The Buckeyes rolled up 156 yards on the ground and 317 yards through the air, winning handily despite a minus-1 turnover margin.

At the Rose Bowl Jan. 1, the Buckeyes exacted a little revenge with a 41-21 spanking of Oregon, covering as 2.5-point favorites while the Over (55.5) cashed. The Buckeyes led 34-0 until a late score by the Ducks before halftime.

Against Oregon, Ohio State posted 181 rushing yards and 319 passing yards while limiting the Ducks to minus-23 rushing yards. RB TreVeyon Henderson had 94 rushing yards and 2 TDs while QB Will Howard passed for 319 yards with 3 TDs.

Texas polished off Clemson in the first round with 38-24 win as a 13.5-point home favorite Dec. 21 while the Over (49.5) cashed.

On New Year’s Day, the Longhorns were facing a fourth and long, down 31-24 in overtime against Arizona State (91.2% win probability for Arizona State per ESPN Analytics). QB Quinn Ewers hit WR Matthew Golden on a 28-yard scoring strike to force 2OT, and Texas scored to win it 39-31.

Ohio State is No. 7 in the US LBM Coaches Poll (Conducted by the American Football Coaches Association and USA TODAY Sports), while Texas is No. 4.

Stream select live college football games and full replays: Get ESPN+

Cotton Bowl: Ohio State vs. Texas odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college football odds. Lines last updated Thursday at 11:44 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Ohio State -250 (bet $250 to win $100) | Texas +195 (bet $100 to win $195)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Ohio State -6 (-105) | Texas +6 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 53.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4132″ ]

Ohio State vs. Texas picks and predictions

Prediction

Ohio State 34, Texas 30

Moneyline

Ohio State (-250) will set you back 2½ times your potential return, and that’s a little too much risk for not enough reward.

Texas (+195) has the short ride up Interstate 35 from Austin to the Metroplex, although travel could be complicated by a winter storm striking the state. Still, there should be plenty of burnt orange in the stands, making it seem like a road game for the Buckeyes.

PASS.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

Against the spread

TEXAS +6 (-115) is worth a look, and even better if this line were to go up to a flat 7 or, better yet, 7 and a hook. You can also buy a point, if it makes you feel more comfortable.

Again, this is going to feel like a home game for the Longhorns, with the short ride to the Dallas metro area, as opposed to the longer flight from Columbus.

While the Buckeyes are on a roll, and the Longhorns will have their hands full trying to contain super freshman WR Jeremiah Smith, take the points.

Over/Under

OVER 53.5 (-105) may be the best play on the board in this national semifinal game.

Texas has cashed high in both playoff games to date, averaging 38.5 points per game (PPG) on offense while allowing 27.5 PPG.

For Ohio State, it has averaged 41.5 PPG in 2 games against Tennessee and Oregon, which is quite impressive, while allowing 19.0 PPG.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”6305″ ]

Want to play some games of your own? Play for free at the best social casinos and enjoy lots of slots, blackjack, video poker, roulette and more. You can even earn real prizes!

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow Kevin J. Erickson on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

College sports coverage from USA TODAY Sports Media Group:
Alabama / Arkansas / Auburn / Clemson / Colorado / Duke / Florida / Florida State / Georgia / Iowa / Kentucky / LSU / Michigan / Michigan State / Nebraska / North Carolina / Notre Dame / Ohio State / Oklahoma / Oregon / Penn State / Rutgers / Tennessee / Texas / Texas A&M / UCLA / USC / Washington / Wisconsin / Recruiting / Transfer portal / College Football Playoffs / College Sports Wire / High School

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1622]

Auburn at Texas odds, picks and predictions

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

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4141″ ]

The No. 2 Auburn Tigers (13-1, 1-0 SEC) and the Texas Longhorns (11-3, 0-1) meet Tuesday. Tip-off from Moody Center is set for 9 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Auburn vs. Texas odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

Auburn secured its sixth straight win with an 84-68 victory over the Missouri Tigers Saturday. It didn’t cover as an 18-point home favorite, and the Under (154.5) cashed. The Tigers showcased their defensive strength with 9 blocked shots, including 4 from F Johni Broome, who led all scorers with 24 points. Broome also contributed 7 rebounds, 2 assists and a steal in a dominant all-around performance.

The Longhorns saw their 4-game win streak come to an end in an 80-60 loss at the Texas A&M Aggies Saturday. They couldn’t cover as 6-point underdogs, and the Under (142) hit. The Aggies controlled the paint, outscoring Texas 48-16 down low. Freshman star G Tre Johnson was held to just 11 points, marking only the second time this season he’s been held under 15.

– Rankings: USA TODAY Sports Men’s Basketball Coaches Poll 

Stream select live college basketball games and full replays: Get ESPN+

Auburn at Texas 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 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Auburn -600 (bet $600 to win $100) | Texas +425 (bet $100 to win $425)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Auburn -10.5 (-110) | Texas +10.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 152.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4132″ ]

Auburn at Texas picks and predictions

Prediction

Auburn 83, Texas 70

Moneyline

PASS.

This Auburn (-600) team is fantastic and will have no problem covering against the Longhorns, which is why I’ll take my wager to the spread.

Against the spread

BET AUBURN -10.5 (-110).

Auburn is on fire right now, averaging 88 points per game while holding opponents to just 65.1 — a +22.9 point differential (2nd-best in SEC). The Tigers are 6-0 straight up and 4-2 ATS in their last 6 games, and they’re 10-4 ATS on the season.

Broome has been a monster, putting up 18+ points and 11+ boards per game, leading the SEC in rebounding. Auburn also leads the conference in blocks (+5) and ranks 2nd in field-goal percentage (+12.4).

Texas has been great from deep, shooting 40.4% from 3, but Auburn’s defense is no joke, holding teams to 31.8% from long range. The Longhorns haven’t fared well against ranked opponents, losing both matchups (vs. UConn Dec. 8, at Texas A&M Saturday) and failing to cover.

This one might stay close for a half, but Auburn’s talent and depth should take over late, turning it into a comfortable win for the Tigers.

Over/Under

PASS.

I’m leaning toward the Over, but I’m not confident enough to bet it. These teams are a combined 10-9-1 to the Over in their last 20 games, which doesn’t provide much clarity. The trends don’t strongly support either side, so I’ll play it safe and stay away from this total altogether.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”6305″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow @DrewPhelps05 on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

College sports coverage from USA TODAY Sports Media Group:
Alabama / Arkansas / Auburn / Clemson / Colorado / Duke / Florida / Florida State / Georgia / Iowa / Kentucky / LSU / Michigan / Michigan State / Nebraska / North Carolina / Notre Dame / Ohio State / Oklahoma / Oregon / Penn State / Rutgers / Tennessee / Texas / Texas A&M / UCLA / USC / Washington / Wisconsin / Recruiting / Transfer portal / College Football Playoffs / College Sports Wire / High School

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1667]