Happy Monday, sports fans.
What a weekend of college basketball. We saw statement wins, bubble drama, and a few results that shook up conference races across the country.
On Sunday, we went 2-3.
On the season, we now sit at 278-260-1. Be sure to follow us at BetStamp!
Best Bets for Monday, March 2, 2026
Let’s get into Monday’s card.
Duke Blue Devils at NC State Wolf Pack
This ACC matchup should have some edge to it.
NC State is feeling the pressure after dropping back-to-back games, while Duke continues to look like one of the most complete teams in the country. The Blue Devils are widely projected as a legitimate national title contender, but this one is on the road in Raleigh.
Expect the Wolf Pack to bring energy and keep it tight. Duke likely finds a way to win, but the number feels a bit heavy in a rivalry setting.
Betting Pick: NC State +9.5 over Duke
Final Score Prediction: Duke 79, NC State 77
McNeese State Cowboys at Nicholls State Colonels
These two met on January 12, and it wasn’t competitive.
There’s little reason to expect a different outcome here. McNeese State is the more talented and more athletic team, and that gap showed the first time around. Even on the road in Louisiana, the Cowboys should control this game from the opening tip.
Betting Pick: McNeese State -11.5 over Nicholls State
Final Score Prediction: McNeese State 82, Nicholls State 66
IUPUI Jaguars at Cleveland State Vikings
Cleveland State has struggled this season with just 10 wins, but this is a favorable spot.
IUPUI won the February 7 meeting between these teams, yet this one shifts to Cleveland. In a conference tournament setting, home court and urgency matter. The Vikings have a chance to flip the script and move on.
Betting Pick: Cleveland State -1.5 over IUPUI
Final Score Prediction: Cleveland State 90, IUPUI 82
Iowa State Cyclones at Arizona Wildcats
This is the marquee matchup of the night.
Iowa State is coming off a tough home loss to Texas Tech, while Arizona appears to be rounding into form at the right time. The Wildcats are getting healthier and continue to establish themselves inside, pounding the paint and controlling tempo.
The Cyclones defend well, but Arizona’s balance and physicality should be enough at home.
Betting Pick: Arizona -7.5 over Iowa State
Final Score Prediction: Arizona 80, Iowa State 70
Idaho Vandals at Eastern Washington Eagles
The Vandals took the first meeting in January by three points, and this should be competitive again.
Idaho sits at 16-14, while Eastern Washington is 13-17. With this one on the Eagles’ home floor, expect a focused effort to even the season series. In a tight matchup, the home side gets the nod.
Betting Pick: Eastern Washington -2.5 over Idaho
Final Score Prediction: Eastern Washington 81, Idaho 73
Best of luck tonight. Enjoy the games, and be sure to track all our plays at BetStamp.