Happy Monday, college basketball fans. We’re coming off a busy weekend of hoops, and Monday’s slate gives us another strong card to attack.
On Sunday, we went 2-3.
On the season, we are 221-212-1.
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Best bets for Monday, February 9, 2026
Let's get the party started.
North Carolina State Wolfpack at Louisville Cardinals
Will Wade and NC State hit the road at 18-6 to take on a Louisville team that sits at 17-6. These are two ACC teams that should both be dancing in March, but each is still looking for a true résumé-building win. Expect a competitive game throughout, but the home crowd and Louisville’s talent show up late as the Cardinals pull away.
Betting Pick: Louisville Cardinals -6.5 over NC State Wolfpack
Final Score Prediction: Louisville 88, NC State 80
Belmont Bruins at Bradley Braves
A big Missouri Valley Conference matchup in Peoria. Belmont won the first meeting and could take firm control of the league race with a road win here. The Bruins can really shoot the basketball, and when they’re in rhythm, they’re difficult to slow down. Belmont delivers another strong performance away from home.
Betting Pick: Belmont Bruins -2.5 over Bradley Braves
Final Score Prediction: Belmont 72, Bradley 65
Oregon Ducks at Indiana Hoosiers
A Big Ten game featuring two teams that have struggled to meet expectations this season. Oregon has had the tougher year at 8-15, but the Ducks showed fight in a loss to Purdue on Saturday. Indiana is 16-8 and coming off a home win over Wisconsin, though this one may be closer than expected. Oregon hangs around and covers on the road.
Betting Pick: Oregon Ducks +11.5 over Indiana Hoosiers
Final Score Prediction: Indiana 77, Oregon 75
Arizona Wildcats at Kansas Jayhawks
The game of the night on Big Monday. Kansas has never lost a Big Monday game under Bill Self, while Arizona enters unbeaten and ranked No. 1 in the country. Something has to give. Kansas will bring the atmosphere, but Arizona’s talent and balance win out in a statement road victory.
Betting Pick: Arizona Wildcats -2.5 over Kansas Jayhawks
Final Score Prediction: Arizona 79, Kansas 75
Northern Iowa Panthers at Murray State Racers
The nightcap comes from the Missouri Valley Conference. Both teams are chasing Belmont and looking to improve conference tournament seeding. Northern Iowa has won two straight but is just 3-5 on the road. Murray State has also won two in a row and has been dominant at home, winning 11 of its last 12 in Murray. Home court makes the difference.
Betting Pick: Murray State Racers -5.5 over Northern Iowa Panthers
Final Score Prediction: Murray State 81, Northern Iowa 75
Enjoy the games and best of luck. Whether you fade or follow, be sure to track all our picks on BetStamp all season long.