Happy Wednesday, sports fans. We’re closing in on March, but there’s still plenty of value on the board before the calendar flips. Conference races are tightening, bubble teams are feeling pressure and home courts matter more than ever this time of year.
On Tuesday, we went 2-3.
On the season, we are 246-232-1.
Be sure to follow all our picks at BetStamp. Here are our plays for Wednesday night.
Clemson Tigers at Wake Forest Demon Deacons
Betting Pick: Clemson Tigers -4 over Wake Forest Demon Deacons
Final Score Prediction: Clemson 72, Wake Forest 66
The Clemson Tigers enter at 20-6 and continue to prove they belong in the upper tier of the ACC. Now they head to Winston-Salem for a road test against a 13-12 Wake Forest squad that has been competitive at home.
The Demon Deacons will be ready, but Clemson’s athleticism and late-game execution give them the edge. The Tigers have consistently closed tight games and have the defensive toughness to control tempo down the stretch. Laying the short number with the road favorite makes sense here.
Arkansas Razorbacks at Alabama Crimson Tide
Betting Pick: Alabama Crimson Tide -3.5 over Arkansas Razorbacks
Final Score Prediction: Alabama 90, Arkansas 86
Two NCAA Tournament-bound teams square off in what should be one of the best games of the night. Arkansas is chasing its 20th win, while Alabama sits at 18-7 and has been strong in Tuscaloosa, winning nine of 12 at home.
Both teams are playing well, combining for seven straight wins entering this matchup. In a high-scoring SEC battle, home court becomes the separator. Alabama’s pace and shot-making should be just enough to cover the small spread.
Maryland Terrapins at Northwestern Wildcats
Betting Pick: Northwestern Wildcats -7.5 over Maryland Terrapins
Final Score Prediction: Northwestern 77, Maryland 69
A Big Ten clash between two teams sitting at 10 wins overall, but heading in different directions.
Maryland is dealing with injuries and hasn’t shown consistent intensity on either end of the floor. Northwestern, meanwhile, continues to compete and protect its home court. The number is a bit inflated, but if the Wildcats control the game late, they have the discipline to extend the margin and cover.
St. John’s Red Storm at Marquette Golden Eagles
Betting Pick: Marquette Golden Eagles +10.5 over St. John’s Red Storm
Final Score Prediction: St. John’s 75, Marquette 72
Rick Pitino has the St. John’s Red Storm playing some of the best basketball in the country. They’ve been one of the hottest teams in the Big East.
Still, this is a road game in Milwaukee, and Marquette, despite a disappointing season with just nine wins, tends to compete better at home. Expect St. John’s to win, but not comfortably. Taking the points with the Golden Eagles provides value in what should be a tighter contest than the spread suggests.
Vanderbilt Commodores at Missouri Tigers
Betting Pick: Missouri Tigers +5.5 over Vanderbilt Commodores
Final Score Prediction: Missouri 80, Vanderbilt 78
Vanderbilt enters at 21-4 and has won two straight, including a home victory over Texas A&M. Missouri, at 17-8, is squarely on the bubble and coming off a loss to Texas.
Desperation matters in late February. The Tigers need this one and should bring urgency on both ends. At home, Missouri not only covers but pulls the upset outright in a pivotal SEC showdown.
Enjoy the games and best of luck. Whether you fade or follow, track all of our picks at BetStamp all season long.