We move to Friday and look forward to a massive weekend of college basketball. It starts tonight. Let’s grab some more wins.
We started 1-2 and lost both games by half a point. Our fourth game finished 10 points under the total, for the under. The only problem - it went to overtime. That’s the way it goes in betting sometimes. Time to get those bounces coming back our way. On the night we went 2-3. That's -1.11 on the day.
For the season, we are 79-81 and -6.90.
Here are the Friday picks. Be sure to follow them all at BetStamp.
Quinnipiac Bobcats vs. Iona Gaels
The speed will be on display Friday night. Iona has played well defensively against the long ball, but they are facing a Bobcats team that wants to push the pace and knock down shots. This has all the makings of a shootout. Take the over between these two teams on Friday night.
Betting Pick: Quinnipiac Bobcats/Iona Gaels OVER 163.5
Final Score Prediction: Iona 85-80 over Quinnipiac
Bryant Bulldogs vs. Brown Bears
In the battle of Bulldogs versus Bears, these two teams are going to slow the game down. Brown is one of the slowest paced teams in college basketball, and Bryant does not excel at forcing turnovers. It may not be the prettiest game, but Brown is the better team and should win by several possessions.
Betting Pick: Brown Bears -5.5 over Bryant Bulldogs
Final Score Prediction: Brown 67-60 over Bryant
Gonzaga Bulldogs vs. Kentucky Wildcats
The best game of the night takes place in Nashville. Both teams are hungry to rebound after disappointing recent losses. Kentucky should have more crowd support, and Mark Pope will have his group ready. The Wildcats battle and compete, covering the spread.
Betting Pick: Kentucky Wildcats +5.5 over Gonzaga Bulldogs
Final Score Prediction: Gonzaga 80-79 over Kentucky
Samford Bulldogs vs. VCU Rams
Expect a ton of possessions in this matchup. Both teams take care of the ball, which means more shot attempts and more scoring chances. This one has all the ingredients to go over the total.
Betting Pick: Samford Bulldogs/VCU Rams OVER 151.5
Final Score Prediction: VCU Rams 86-66 over Samford
South Carolina State Bulldogs vs. Bethune Cookman Wildcats
South Carolina State remains one of the weakest teams in Division I basketball. Bethune Cookman should control this matchup from start to finish. Nearly every metric puts the Bulldogs near the bottom nationally, and the Wildcats take full advantage.
Betting Pick: Bethune Cookman -10.5 over South Carolina State Bulldogs
Final Score Prediction: Bethune Cookman 77-65 over South Carolina State
Fade or follow. Best of luck. Enjoy the games, and be sure to track picks all season long on BetStamp.