Happy Tuesday, friends.
We went 2-3 on Monday. On the season we are 260-248-1
We’re back with a strong midweek slate and a handful of intriguing conference matchups. Let’s attack the board and find some value.
Best Bets for Tuesday, February 24th, 2026
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Miami (OH) RedHawks at Eastern Michigan Eagles
The last remaining unbeaten team in college basketball hits the road for a MAC showdown. All eyes will be on Miami (OH), and this is the type of spot that can get tricky.
Eastern Michigan has just 10 wins, but this feels like their Super Bowl at home. Expect maximum effort and a competitive start. Miami (OH) likely finds a way late because that’s what unbeaten teams do, but this number feels a bit stretched.
Betting Pick: Eastern Michigan Eagles +9.5 over Miami (OH) RedHawks
Final Score Prediction: Miami (OH) 81, Eastern Michigan 79
Duke Blue Devils at Notre Dame Fighting Irish
Duke remains the top team in the country and continues to look dominant on both ends of the floor. Even on the road, the Blue Devils bring depth, size, and shot-making.
Notre Dame is still playing with pride and will treat this as a measuring stick game. The Irish should compete early and keep things respectable. Seventeen and a half points is a big number in a conference setting.
Betting Pick: Notre Dame Fighting Irish +17.5 over Duke Blue Devils
Final Score Prediction: Duke 80, Notre Dame 69
Kentucky Wildcats at South Carolina Gamecocks
Kentucky enters at 17-10 and very aware that every game matters down the stretch. The Wildcats have talent, but consistency has been an issue.
South Carolina is scrappy at home and capable of slowing this down into a half-court battle. Expect a tight, physical game. Kentucky probably survives, but the Gamecocks hang around and cover.
Betting Pick: South Carolina Gamecocks +6.5 over Kentucky Wildcats
Final Score Prediction: Kentucky 70, South Carolina 68
Saint Louis Billikens at Dayton Flyers
Saint Louis is coming off an emotional win over VCU and now heads into a tough road environment. The first meeting between these two was one-sided, but that likely won’t repeat itself.
Dayton should be sharper and more focused this time around. This feels like a one or two possession game late. Saint Louis may edge it again, but the Flyers are the better side against the spread.
Betting Pick: Dayton Flyers +6 over Saint Louis Billikens
Final Score Prediction: Saint Louis 82, Dayton 78
USC Trojans at UCLA Bruins
A rivalry game in Los Angeles with postseason implications attached. USC is fighting to stay in the NCAA Tournament conversation, while UCLA is riding momentum after a statement win over Illinois.
The Bruins are defending at a high level and playing with confidence. At home, they should control the tempo and limit easy looks. Expect UCLA to win and cover in this one.
Betting Pick: UCLA Bruins -5.5 over USC Trojans
Final Score Prediction: UCLA 71, USC 65
Best of luck on your Tuesday card. Whether you’re here to follow or fade, be sure to track every pick at BetStamp.