Happy Friday, sports fans. Another full weekend of college basketball is here, and the season is already settling into its early rhythm. Through two weeks we have seen tight finishes, wild swings, and a few surprising results, all of which have made the nightly slate even more fun to follow.
Thursday’s card ended 3-2, with the first and last picks falling short but everything in between coming through. Kansas State making nearly every shot did not help the cause, but we still finished just under one full unit in profit. The overall record now sits at 30-25 through the first eleven days, good for +3.88 units. As always, every play is tracked in real time on BetStamp.
Indianapolis Jaguars vs Eastern Michigan Eagles
Indianapolis plays at such a frantic pace that handicapping their totals has turned into a challenge. Eastern Michigan will try to slow things down, but the Jaguars still push for 90 or more in almost every game. If both teams get rolling early, this has the feel of another high scoring matchup. The over is the right side.
Betting Pick: Indianapolis Jaguars and Eastern Michigan Eagles OVER 186.5
Score Prediction: Eastern Michigan 96-92 over Indianapolis
Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Kentucky Wildcats
Kentucky is coming off a loss to Louisville, while Eastern Illinois brings experience that should help them avoid being overwhelmed early. If the Panthers can limit turnovers, they should keep this within range of the number even if they never seriously threaten the upset. The spread is large enough to back the underdog.
Betting Pick: Eastern Illinois Panthers +38.5 over Kentucky Wildcats
Score Prediction: Kentucky 80-52 over Eastern Illinois
Indiana State Sycamores vs Duke Blue Devils
Indiana State heads to Durham for a tough matchup as Duke continues to lean on a slower, more deliberate offensive style. The Blue Devils should win comfortably, but their pace often keeps margins from getting out of hand. The Sycamores have enough scoring to stay inside a sizeable spread.
Betting Pick: Indiana State Sycamores +37.5 over Duke Blue Devils
Score Prediction: Duke 90-57 over Indiana State
UW Milwaukee Panthers vs Texas Tech Red Raiders
JT Toppin looked strong in the loss to Illinois, and while Texas Tech remains the better team, its backcourt still seems to be finding its rhythm. With that in mind, this total feels inflated. Texas Tech can win by a solid margin while keeping the scoring under the posted number.
Betting Pick: UW Milwaukee Panthers and Texas Tech Red Raiders UNDER 162.5
Score Prediction: Texas Tech 84-61 over UW Milwaukee
Arizona State Sun Devils vs Gonzaga Bulldogs
Gonzaga already owns wins over Oklahoma and Creighton, making a strong early case as one of the best teams in the country. This trip marks their first true road test, and Arizona State will be ready for it. Adam Miller’s revenge game adds some extra spark to the matchup. Bobby Hurley knows how important this season is and should have his group prepared. The Bulldogs can still win, but the Sun Devils can hang around.
Betting Pick: Arizona State Sun Devils +12.5 over Gonzaga Bulldogs
Score Prediction: Gonzaga 82-80 over Arizona State
Best of luck tonight. Whether you fade or follow, all official plays are available on BetStamp throughout the season.