College Basketball Picks

Dayton lays 17.5 points against struggling Loyola Chicago at UD Arena. The efficiency gap is massive—Dayton ranks #98 nationally while the Ramblers sit at #342. Bryan Bash breaks down why the market’s actually being conservative with this number.

DePaul lays 2.5 to 3.5 points at home against Marquette in a Big East battle between flawed teams. Bash breaks down why the Golden Eagles’ defensive pressure and rebounding edge make them the play in a low-possession grind.

Kent State’s laying 5.5 at home against Toledo, but the adjusted efficiency numbers suggest this MAC showdown is closer than the 9-1 record indicates. Bash breaks down why the Rockets are live dogs in a high-scoring battle.

Creighton heads to Providence as a slight road favorite despite the Friars’ better record. Bryan Bash breaks down why efficiency and momentum trump wins and losses in this Big East showdown, with a focus on Providence’s defensive struggles and Creighton’s recent surge.

The Rams lead the country in three-point shooting, but their defensive rating is a bottom-tier liability. With CSU playing at the nation’s slowest pace, the prediction hinges on tempo control.

Kansas lays 7.5 at Allen Fieldhouse against Baylor in a classic Big 12 clash of styles. The Jayhawks’ elite defense (8th in adjusted efficiency) faces Baylor’s potent offense (17th), but the Bears’ defensive struggles (263rd) could be their undoing. Bash breaks down why Kansas covers at home.

William & Mary lays 12.5 at home against North Carolina A&T in a CAA showdown. Bash breaks down why the efficiency gap and pace advantage make this spread look solid for the Tribe.

The Seawolves are desperate to snap a slide, but their 291st-ranked shooting percentage is a major red flag. If Erik Pratt can’t find his rhythm early, this game could get ugly for the home side. Check out our total pick and the logic behind tonight’s play.

Wright State’s 6.5-point spread looks light against a Youngstown State team that’s lost four straight and ranks 355th nationally in rebounding. Bash breaks down why the Raiders’ elite defense and home court advantage make this number very gettable.

Idaho State is laying 3.5 to 4 points at home against Idaho in a Big Sky showdown that features contrasting styles. Bryan Bash breaks down why the Vandals’ elite three-point shooting gives them the edge to cover against a Bengals team that dominates the glass but struggles from deep.