Best bets across the Big 12, ACC, and Big Ten set the stage for a loaded Tuesday night

A full slate of college basketball action highlights Tuesday night, with value plays across the Big 12, ACC, and Big Ten as we break down the best bets, spreads, and score predictions.
BYU Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa
BYU Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa | William Purnell-Imagn Images

What a night in Lawrence, Kansas. The Jayhawks shocked the college basketball world on Monday night, knocking off top-ranked Arizona. No Darryn Peterson? No problem.

Best bets for Tuesday, February 10, 2026

Monday was a tough one on the betting card, as we finished 1-4 on the night.
Season record: 222-216-1

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BYU Cougars at Baylor Bears

The first of three Big 12 games on Tuesday’s slate. BYU has dropped four straight, but this is still a dangerous team capable of flipping the switch at any moment. They get a Baylor squad that has struggled for much of the season and hasn’t been consistent on either end of the floor.

This feels like a spot where the Cougars steady themselves, play with urgency, and get back in the win column. Expect a competitive game throughout, but BYU makes the key plays late.

Betting Pick: BYU Cougars -2.5 over Baylor Bears
Final Score Prediction: BYU 83, Baylor 80

North Carolina Tar Heels at Miami Hurricanes

This is a classic letdown spot. North Carolina just poured everything into a massive rivalry win over Duke, and now they head south to face a hungry Miami team on the road.

Expect both teams to trade punches early, but as the game wears on, the Hurricanes’ energy and home-court advantage start to show. Miami finds a way late in a tight one.

Betting Pick: Miami Hurricanes +2.5 over North Carolina Tar Heels
Final Score Prediction: Miami 78, North Carolina 77

Wisconsin Badgers at Illinois Fighting Illini

Illinois is coming off a loss in East Lansing, and they are not going to be in a forgiving mood. Brad Underwood’s team wants to reassert itself in the Big Ten race, and playing at home, the Illini should come out aggressive from the opening tip.

Wisconsin is solid, but this is a brutal matchup in Champaign. If Illinois gets rolling early, this one could get out of hand.

Betting Pick: Illinois Fighting Illini -11.5 over Wisconsin Badgers
Final Score Prediction: Illinois 88, Wisconsin 70

Iowa State Cyclones at TCU Horned Frogs

Iowa State looks back on track after a brief stumble, and they continue to climb in the national rankings. The trip to Fort Worth won’t be easy, but the Cyclones defend, shoot it well, and stay disciplined for all 40 minutes.

Expect Iowa State to control the pace and pull away late to stay near the top of the Big 12 standings.

Betting Pick: Iowa State Cyclones -6.5 over TCU Horned Frogs
Final Score Prediction: Iowa State 80, TCU 70

Houston Cougars at Utah Utes

Houston is one of the best teams in the country, and that’s not up for debate. Utah, however, showed real fight at Kansas, and now they return home for another tough test.

This figures to be a slower-paced game where Utah competes and hangs around, even if Houston is in control throughout. The Cougars win comfortably, but the Utes sneak in the back door.

Betting Pick: Utah Utes +17 over Houston Cougars
Final Score Prediction: Houston 62, Utah 51

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