College Basketball Picks

With conference implications on the line, Wisconsin and Michigan State face off. Here’s your free pick and in-depth analysis of the point spread.

Joe’s handicapping insights: Can Arizona cover the +5.5 against Iowa State in this pivotal Big 12 clash? Get his free pick and analysis.

The Hawkeyes can fill it up offensively, but their defense has been a liability. With Northwestern as a short home favorite, can Iowa sneak in the backdoor?

Fresh off a defensive masterpiece against Nebraska where they allowed just 46 points on 25% shooting, Michigan (-10.5) now faces a Rutgers team that’s been Jekyll and Hyde offensively. While the Wolverines’ offensive drought (49 points last time out) raises concerns, their 7-3 SU home record and Rutgers’ 1-2 SU road mark suggest the hosts could find their rhythm in this Big Ten clash.

Can the Spartans cash on the road against the Terps? We’re breaking down the betting angles, injuries, and form to give you the winning ticket.

Fresh off a dismal shooting performance in Georgetown, the Providence Friars (+10.5) visit a Marquette team that’s been far from dominant at Fiserv Forum. With the Golden Eagles just 3-7 ATS in their last ten home contests and showing vulnerabilities on defense, this double-digit spread looks inflated despite the obvious talent gap between these Big East rivals.

Fresh off dominating wins, Houston (-1.5) and Texas Tech meet in a battle that could reshape the Big 12 title race. Despite the Cougars’ impressive road record (3-0 SU, 2-1 ATS in last three), the Red Raiders’ defensive prowess at home and value at +114 on the moneyline make them an appealing play in what should be a raucous atmosphere in Lubbock.

While St. John’s (-4.5) brings their pristine home record to MSG, UConn’s Garden success and recent defensive dominance against Villanova makes the points enticing. With the Huskies 6-4 ATS as underdogs and the Red Storm just 1-2 ATS in their last three as favorites, the stage could be set for Connecticut to steal one in their home away from home.

Fresh off a dominant win over Virginia, Duke (-9.5) takes their show to the World’s Most Famous Arena against an Illinois team that just surrendered 95 to Wisconsin. With the Blue Devils hitting their stride (16-10 ATS) and the illness-plagued Illini dropping seven of their last ten against the number at home, the chalk looks appetizing despite the venue.

Fresh off an 80-56 dismantling of Seton Hall, Marquette (-1.5) visits a Villanova team that showed fight at UConn but has been ice-cold at home. Despite the Golden Eagles’ pedestrian 11-14-1 ATS record, their recent 4-1 ATS run as favorites suggests this short spread could be a trap for Wildcats backers.