Happy February. We wrapped up January with a 3-2 day.
Season record: 204-196
Best Bets for Sunday, February 1
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Alabama Crimson Tide at Florida Gators
This sets up as a strong SEC matchup. Alabama enters at 14-6, while Florida sits at 15-6. Both teams are coming off wins and are chasing resume-building conference victories. Alabama has been solid away from home at 3-1, while Florida has been dominant in Gainesville, winning nine of 10 at home. Expect a competitive, back-and-forth game. In the end, the Crimson Tide make enough plays late to steal a big road win.
Betting Pick: Alabama +7.5
Final Score Prediction: Alabama 88, Florida 87
Iowa State Cyclones at Kansas State Wildcats
Eighth-ranked Iowa State heads to Manhattan with a 19-2 record, riding a three-game winning streak after back-to-back losses earlier in conference play. Kansas State is 10-11 and looking to snap a two-game skid. If the Wildcats can knock down shots, they should stay within striking distance. Iowa State’s consistency ultimately wins out, but Kansas State keeps it closer than expected.
Betting Pick: Kansas State +11.5
Final Score Prediction: Iowa State 75, Kansas State 69
Kansas City Roos at St. Thomas Tommies
This one has the potential to get lopsided. Kansas City has struggled mightily this season, while St. Thomas is firmly in the mix for a conference title. At home, this is a spot where the Tommies should control the game from the opening tip and pull away early.
Betting Pick: St. Thomas -18.5
Final Score Prediction: St. Thomas 88, Kansas City 59
Wright State Raiders at Green Bay Phoenix
Wright State comes in at 14-8 and is firmly in the hunt for a regular-season conference title, though they are just 5-4 on the road. Green Bay is 12-11 and has been a tough out all season. The Raiders dominated the previous meeting, but the Phoenix have improved since then. This feels like a revenge spot at home.
Betting Pick: Green Bay +4.5
Final Score Prediction: Green Bay 77, Wright State 76
Illinois Fighting Illini at Nebraska Cornhuskers
The marquee game of the day. Illinois is one of the hottest teams in the country, while Nebraska is coming off a narrow loss to Michigan. These look like two teams capable of making deep March runs. Nebraska handed Illinois its most recent loss earlier this season, setting the stage for a revenge spot. The Illini’s athleticism and depth make the difference late.
Betting Pick: Illinois +2.5
Final Score Prediction: Illinois 81, Nebraska 79
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