There’s plenty of exciting college basketball action on tonight’s slate. But with so many games, it can be hard to research them all. Therefore, we used the AI Model to point us in the right direction for tonight’s slate. Here are the best three bets for tonight’s big games.
Picks Summary
- Memphis -8.5 (-110) at Bet365
- Michigan-Minnesota Over 144.5 (-110) at Bet365
- Gonzaga -9.5 (-110) at Caesars Sportsbook
Memphis Tigers vs. Temple Owls
Thursday, January 16, 2025 – 07:00 PM ET at Liacouras Center
The AI Model predicts Memphis will escape Temple with a nine-point win on the road. Meanwhile, you can find Memphis at -8.5 at Bet365. They’d cover with a nine-point win.
Memphis Can Drain Threes Easily!
The Memphis Tigers don’t take a ton of three-point shots. But Memphis will take them when open.
The Tigers have shot 40% from downtown this season and have been one of the most effective teams at getting to the foul line.
Additionally, Temple has allowed 32.7% of offensive rebounds, so Memphis will likely clean up many missed shots in this game.
The Tigers have a turnover problem this season, giving up 20.4% of turnovers. Yet, Temple has earned only 16% of turnovers. It’s also likely Memphis will keep the turnovers down tonight.
Blocked Shots Will Be Key!
According to KenPom, Memphis already ranks 34th in adjusted defensive efficiency. The Tigers have held teams to 32.5% from deep and 48.5% from inside the arc while committing over 19% of turnovers.
More importantly, Memphis has provided 12.2% of blocks per game this season.
That stands out, especially since Temple has had its shot blocked more than 10% of the time this season. Look for Memphis to protect the paint and come away with a big win.
The AI Model is riding with Memphis at -8.5. We are, too.
NCAAB Pick: Memphis -8.5 (-110) at Bet365 (check our Bet365 Review)
Michigan Wolverines vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers
Thursday, January 16, 2025 – 07:00 PM ET at Williams Arena
The AI Model predicts Michigan and Minnesota will combine for 145 points. Meanwhile, you can find the total at 144.5 at Bet365. That means there’s slight value on the Over in this game.
Michigan Keeps Shooting Lights Out!
The Michigan Wolverines have the nation’s highest effective field goal percentage: 37.8% from deep and 63.3% from inside the arc.
The field goal percentage inside the arc is also ranked No. 1 in the nation.
The Wolverines have struggled with turnovers throughout the season, allowing 20.7% per game. However, Minnesota has earned just 16.6% of turnovers per game this season. Michigan could give up fewer turnovers, giving them more shots from the floor.
That would help score at a super high rate.
Can Minnesota Hang In There?
Michigan will do most of the scoring. To hit the over, the Golden Gophers just need to show some consistency in shooting the ball.
Ultimately, Minnesota has turned the ball over just 16.2% of the time and has hit 51.2% of shots from inside the arc. Those two areas should continue to play out that way against Michigan.
Let’s roll with the Over 144.5 in this game.
NCAAB Pick: Over 144.5 (-110) at Bet365
Gonzaga Bulldogs vs. Oregon State Beavers
Thursday, January 16, 2025 – 11:00 PM ET at Gill Coliseum
The AI Model predicts Gonzaga will defeat Oregon State 81-71 on the road tonight. However, the Bulldogs are just -9.5 against the spread via Caesars. Gonzaga is projected to cover with a ten-point win.
Gonzaga’s Offense Is Elite
The Gonzaga Bulldogs have shot a 55.7% effective field goal percentage. They’ve also turned the ball over just 14% of the time.
Although they don’t consistently get to the foul line, they have still gained 33.5% of offensive rebounds and shot 35.1% from deep and 57.4% from inside.
Gonzaga won’t have it super easy against Oregon State, especially on the road. However, the Beavers still rank 113th in defensive two-point field goal percentage. The Bulldogs should be able to take advantage down low in this game.
Few Offensive Rebounds Incoming For Oregon State
The Oregon State Beavers have been a solid team this season. However, it’s unlikely they’ll find success on the offensive glass.
Gonzaga has limited teams to 24.9% of offensive rebounds. The Bulldogs have also held teams to 28.4% from downtown. Oregon State likely takes more threes, which won’t benefit them down the stretch.
Think about backing Gonzaga at -9.5.
NCAAB Pick: Gonzaga -9.5 (-110) at Caesars Sportsbook (check our Caesars Sportsbook Review)
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