Happy Hump Day, basketball fans.
On Tuesday, we went 2-3.
On the season, we are 262-251-1.
Be sure to follow all our picks at BetStamp. Here are our Wednesday selections:
Best Bets for Wednesday, February 25th, 2026
Here are the games:
St. John’s Red Storm at UConn Huskies
This is a rematch of the game at Madison Square Garden where St. John’s came away with a win. Now UConn gets its shot at payback on its home floor, with the top of the Big East standings hanging in the balance.
Expect a tight, physical battle. Both teams know what is at stake, and both are capable of making big shots late. In the end, the Huskies at home make the difference. When it comes down to the final few possessions, UConn does just enough to win and cover.
Betting Pick: UConn Huskies -4.5 over St. John’s Red Storm
Final Score Prediction: UConn 76-70 over St. John’s
Florida Gators at Texas Longhorns
Florida looks like a legitimate contender to win it all. Many doubted this group earlier in the season, but heading into March, the Gators are playing like one of the best teams in the country.
Texas, however, is desperate. The Longhorns need a statement win and will treat this like a postseason game. Expect Texas to ramp up the defensive pressure and force Florida into uncomfortable spots.
In a game that feels like it could swing either way, we will take the home underdog to rise up and deliver a massive upset.
Betting Pick: Texas Longhorns +6.5 over Florida Gators
Final Score Prediction: Texas 78-77 over Florida
Evansville Purple Aces at Belmont Bruins
Belmont enters this one as the top seed heading into the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament. The Bruins have been the class of the league and are nearly unbeatable at home.
Evansville has struggled, and this matchup is difficult on paper. Belmont’s ability to score in bunches should create separation early. This has the look of a game that gets out of hand by the second half.
Betting Pick: Belmont Bruins -19.5 over Evansville Purple Aces
Final Score Prediction: Belmont 88-62 over Evansville
Texas A&M Aggies at Arkansas Razorbacks
A strong SEC matchup in Fayetteville, featuring two teams with a combined 39-15 record. Texas A&M is coming off a road win at Oklahoma and wants to keep its momentum rolling.
Arkansas is chasing its 21st win of the season and has been tough at home. Bud Walton Arena can swing games, and that home-court energy matters in matchups like this.
Look for Arkansas to grab control midway through the first half and never fully give it back.
Betting Pick: Arkansas Razorbacks -7 over Texas A&M Aggies
Final Score Prediction: Arkansas 81-71 over Texas A&M
Ohio State Buckeyes at Iowa Hawkeyes
A big Big Ten clash in Iowa City closes out the card. Ohio State needs another quality win or two, while Iowa is looking to boost its resume before March.
This should be competitive throughout, with plenty of back-and-forth scoring. In the final minutes, Iowa’s offense and home-court advantage prove decisive. The Hawkeyes pull away late and cover.
Betting Pick: Iowa Hawkeyes -4.5 over Ohio State Buckeyes
Final Score Prediction: Iowa 77-71 over Ohio State
Best of luck tonight. Whether you are here to fade or follow, be sure to check out all our picks at BetStamp.