Happy Saturday, college basketball fans. We are coming off a clean 3-0 night and now sit at 97-91 on the season. Momentum matters, and Saturday offers another strong slate of opportunities. Be sure to track all picks through BetStamp.
Saturday Best Bets
Here are our best bets for Saturday.
Arkansas Razorbacks at Texas Tech Red Raiders
This matchup in Dallas has the feel of an early-season classic. Both teams enter at 7-2 and playing confident basketball. John Calipari’s Razorbacks have won two straight, while Texas Tech rides a three-game winning streak.
Expect elite athleticism, physical defense, and shot-making on both sides. In a tight game late, Texas Tech’s balance and execution give them a slight edge.
Betting Pick: Texas Tech Red Raiders -1.5 over Arkansas Razorbacks
Final Score Prediction: Texas Tech 78, Arkansas 75
Nebraska Cornhuskers at Illinois Fighting Illini
Nebraska remains one of the few unbeaten teams left in college basketball, yet finds itself catching nearly double digits on the road. Illinois should control stretches of this game, but this number feels inflated for a Big Ten matchup.
Nebraska’s discipline and defensive effort should keep them within striking distance, even if Illinois ultimately pulls away late.
Betting Pick: Nebraska Cornhuskers +9.5 over Illinois Fighting Illini
Final Score Prediction: Illinois 80, Nebraska 72
Kansas Jayhawks at North Carolina State Wolfpack
Kansas has already been tested repeatedly this season, and another road challenge awaits in Raleigh. With Darryn Peterson back in the lineup, the Jayhawks look more complete on both ends.
We like Kansas not only to cover but to win outright behind their experience and ability to handle pressure environments.
Betting Pick: Kansas Jayhawks +3 over North Carolina State Wolfpack
Final Score Prediction: Kansas 75, NC State 73
Arizona Wildcats at Alabama Crimson Tide
This neutral-site game in Birmingham will feel anything but neutral. Alabama’s fan base should turn this into a Crimson Tide-heavy environment. Arizona enters unbeaten and ranked number one, but this is a difficult matchup against Alabama’s shooting and pace.
With the crowd factor and Alabama’s offensive firepower, we like the upset.
Betting Pick: Alabama Crimson Tide +2 over Arizona Wildcats
Final Score Prediction: Alabama 88, Arizona 86
UCLA Bruins at Gonzaga Bulldogs
The late-night showcase takes place in Seattle, giving Gonzaga a familiar setting. UCLA has the guard play to compete, especially with Donovan Dent capable of taking over stretches.
Both teams have Final Four potential, but the spread feels too large. Expect Gonzaga to win while UCLA hangs around throughout.
Betting Pick: UCLA Bruins +11 over Gonzaga Bulldogs
Final Score Prediction: Gonzaga 75, UCLA 70
Enjoy the hoops, and good luck with your Saturday card. Be sure to follow all our picks on BetStamp!