College Basketball Picks

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.

Liberty’s laying 8.5 at home against New Mexico State, and the efficiency gap is massive. The Flames rank 1st nationally in effective FG% at 65.6% and 4th in three-point shooting at 43.1%. Bash breaks down why this spread might be too low.

Gonzaga lays 18.5 at Washington State, and the efficiency numbers tell the story. The Zags rank #2 nationally in adjusted net efficiency while the Cougars sit at #222 – a 37.9-point gap that justifies this big number in Pullman. Bash breaks down why this spread undersells Gonzaga’s dominance.

While Florida Atlantic enters as a 4.5-point favorite, the advanced metrics tell a different story. With a massive +6.8 defensive efficiency advantage, Wichita State’s ability to slow the pace and dominate the offensive glass makes this a prime ATS pick for bettors looking for value on the road.

With a pace that ranks among the slowest in the country, Vanderbilt’s margin for error is razor-thin. Discover why we’re taking the points with the home dog in our latest best bet.