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Yahoo
22-03-2025
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- Yahoo
Illinois vs. Kentucky Prediction: Odds, Expert Picks, Betting Trends, and Stats for 2025 March Madness
The Illinois Fighting Illini (22-12) take the court in Round 2 of the NCAA Tournament against the Kentucky Wildcats (23-11) in Milwaukee, WI. The No. 6 seed in the Midwest, Illinois outslugged Xavier, 86-73. Will Riley led the way for the Illini with 22 points and Tomislav Ivisic added 20 points and ten rebounds. As a team, Illinois shot 40% (12-30) from beyond the arc. The No. 3 seed Wildcats defeated Troy University 76-57 in the first round. Otega Oweh led the attack with 20 points and 8 rebounds. Kentucky ranks sixth nationally averaging 85.0 points per game. Both teams are highly efficient offensively. Kentucky ranks 12th in adjusted offensive efficiency, while Illinois is close behind at 13th. The Wildcats play at the 22nd-fastest pace nationally, with Illinois slightly faster at 17th. The winner of this game will advance to the Sweet 16 in Indianapolis against the winner of the UCLA vs. Tennessee game. Lets dive into the matchup and offer some information and possibly a sweat or two. We've got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game, including the latest info on the how to catch the opening tip, recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks & best bets for the game from our modeling tools and staff of experts. Date: Sunday, March 23, 2025 Time: 5:15PM EST Site: Fiserv Forum City: Milwaukee, WI Network/Streaming: CBS Never miss a second of the action and stay up to date with all the latest scores and player news. Check out our day-by-day NCAA Basketball Schedule Page that includes live game updates. The latest odds as of Saturday courtesy of BetMGM: Odds: Illinois Fighting Illini (-125), Kentucky Wildcats (-+105) Spread: Fighting Illini -1.5 Total: 170.5 points Our model calculates projections around each moneyline, spread and over/under bet for every game on the NCAA calendar based on data points like past performance, player matchups, injuries, and the schedule. Once the model is finished running, we put its projection next to the latest betting lines for the game to arrive at a relative confidence level for each wager. Here are the best bets our model is projecting for Sunday's Fighting Illini & Wildcats game: Moneyline: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play on Illinois on the Moneyline. Spread: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play ATS on Illinois -1.5. Total: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play on the Game Total UNDER 170.5. Illinois has won outright and covered the spread in 5 of their last 6 games Illinois Game Totals have gone 3/3 (O/U) in their last 6 games Kentucky is 6-4 outright and 5-5 against the spread in their last 10 games Kentucky Game Totals have gone 5-4-1 (O/U) in their last 10 games If you're looking for more key trends and stats around the spread, moneyline and total for every single game on the schedule today, check out our NCAA Basketball Top Trends Tool on Please bet responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline at 1-800-522-4700. Follow our experts on socials to keep up with all the latest content from the staff: · Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) · Drew Dinsick (@whale_capper) · Vaughn Dalzell (@VmoneySports) · Brad Thomas (@MrBradThomas)
Yahoo
20-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Troy vs Kentucky Prediction: Odds, Expert Picks, Betting Trends and Stats for 2025 March Madness First Round
The Kentucky Wildcats (22-11) are set to face the Troy Trojans (23-10) in the first round of the 2025 NCAA Tournament on Friday in Milwaukee, WI. Kentucky enters the tournament as the No. 3 seed in the Midwest Region and as one of the true, blue bloods of the sport holding records for the most appearances (62) and the most games played (185). They have secured eight National Championships and reached 17 Final Fours. The good news for this year's Wildcats is Lamont Butler practiced earlier this week signaling his availability despite ankle and shoulder injuries. The guard's presence on the court adds scoring but also helps space the court for Kentucky. Troy enters the tournament as the No. 14 seed in the Midwest Region having won the Sun Belt Tournament with a 94-81 win over Arkansas State. The team averages 73.9 points per game, ranking 177th nationally, and has a field goal percentage of 43.8%. The winner of this game earns the right to play the winner of Illinois vs. Xavier. Lets dive into the matchup and offer some information and possibly a sweat or two. We've got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game, including the latest info on the how to catch the opening tip, recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks & best bets for the game from our modeling tools and staff of experts. Date: Friday, March 21, 2025 Time: 7:10PM EST Site: Fiserv Forum City: Milwaukee, WI Network/Streaming: CBS Never miss a second of the action and stay up to date with all the latest scores and player news. Check out our day-by-day NCAA Basketball Schedule Page that includes live game updates. The latest odds as of Thursday courtesy of BetMGM: Odds: Troy Trojans (+525), Kentucky Wildcats (-750) Spread: Wildcats -11.5 Total: 152.5 points Our model calculates projections around each moneyline, spread and over/under bet for every game on the NCAA calendar based on data points like past performance, player matchups, injuries, and the schedule. Once the model is finished running, we put its projection next to the latest betting lines for the game to arrive at a relative confidence level for each wager. Here are the best bets our model is projecting for Friday's Trojans & Wildcats game: Moneyline: NBC Sports Bet is staying away from a play on the Moneyline. Spread: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play ATS on Kentucky -11.5. Total: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play on the Game Total OVER 152.5. Troy has won 6 straight and 8 of their last 10 games Troy is 6-0 against the spread in their last 6 games The Game Total is 6-1 to the OVER in Troy's last 7 games Kentucky is 2-5 against the spread in their last 7 games (16-14-1 ATS for the season) Kentucky has won 4 of their last 7 games If you're looking for more key trends and stats around the spread, moneyline and total for every single game on the schedule today, check out our NCAA Basketball Top Trends Tool on Please bet responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline at 1-800-522-4700. Follow our experts on socials to keep up with all the latest content from the staff:· Jay Croucher (@croucherJD)· Drew Dinsick (@whale_capper)· Vaughn Dalzell (@VmoneySports)· Brad Thomas (@MrBradThomas)
NBC Sports
20-03-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Akron vs Arizona Prediction: Odds, Expert Picks, Betting Trends and Stats for 2025 March Madness
The Arizona Wildcats (22-12) will face the Akron Zips (28-6) in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Friday in Seattle, WA. Led by head coach Tommy Lloyd, Arizona enters the tournament as the No. 4 seed in the East region. The Wildcats average a robust 81.7 points per game and are coming off a runner-up finish in the Big 12 Tournament. Caleb Love (16.6 ppg), Jaden Bradley (11.8 ppg) and KJ Lewis (10.9 ppg) carry the bulk of the scoring load for Arizona. Akron clinched the MAC regular-season title and secured the conference tournament championship by defeating Miami (OH). Like Arizona, the No. 13 seed Zips are known for their offensive prowess, averaging 84.6 points per game. The winner of this game earns the right to play the winner of the Liberty vs. Oregon game. Lets dive into the matchup and offer some information and possibly a sweat or two. We've got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game, including the latest info on the how to catch the opening tip, recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks & best bets for the game from our modeling tools and staff of experts. Game details & how to watch Akron vs. Arizona Date: Friday, March 21, 2025 Time: 7:35PM EST Site: KeyArena City: Seattle, WA Network/Streaming: truTV Never miss a second of the action and stay up to date with all the latest scores and player news. Check out our day-by-day NCAA Basketball Schedule Page that includes live game updates. Game odds for Akron vs. Arizona The latest odds as of Thursday courtesy of BetMGM: Odds: Akron Zips (+750), Arizona Wildcats (-1200) Spread: Wildcats -14.5 Total: 166.5 points Expert picks & predictions for Akron vs. Arizona Our model calculates projections around each moneyline, spread and over/under bet for every game on the NCAA calendar based on data points like past performance, player matchups, injuries, and the schedule. Once the model is finished running, we put its projection next to the latest betting lines for the game to arrive at a relative confidence level for each wager. Here are the best bets our model is projecting for Friday's Zips & Wildcats game: Moneyline: NBC Sports Bet is staying away from a play on the Moneyline. Spread: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play ATS on the Akron Zips +14.5. Total: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play on the Game Total UNDER 166.5. Akron vs. Arizona: Top betting trends and recent stats Akron has won their last 7 games Akron is 4-3 against the spread in their last 7 games (14-15 ATS for the season Arizona is just 3-3 in their last 6 games Arizona is 2-4 against the spread in their last 6 games (16-15 ATS for the season) If you're looking for more key trends and stats around the spread, moneyline and total for every single game on the schedule today, check out our NCAA Basketball Top Trends Tool on Please bet responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline at 1-800-522-4700. Follow our experts on socials to keep up with all the latest content from the staff: · Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) · Drew Dinsick (@whale_capper) · Vaughn Dalzell (@VmoneySports) · Brad Thomas (@MrBradThomas)
NBC Sports
20-03-2025
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- NBC Sports
Norfolk State vs Florida Prediction: Odds, Expert Picks, Betting Trends and Stats for 2025 March Madness
The No. 16 Norfolk State Spartans (24-10) are set to face the top seed in the West Region, the Florida Gators (30-4) in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Friday in Raleigh, North Carolina. The Spartans clinched their spot in the tournament with a 66-65 win over South Carolina State in the MEAC Championship game. Brian Moore Jr. leads the team averaging nearly 19 points per game. The Gators secured a No. 1 seed with an 86-77 win over Tennessee in the SEC Championship game. Florida boasts a high-scoring offense, averaging 85 points per game, and a solid defense allowing just 69 points per game. Guard Walter Clayton leads the team with averages of 18 points, 4 rebounds, and 4 assists per game. The winner of this game earns the right to play the winner of the UConn vs. Oklahoma game. Lets dive into the matchup and offer some information and possibly a sweat or two. We've got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game, including the latest info on the how to catch the opening tip, recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks & best bets for the game from our modeling tools and staff of experts. Game details & how to watch Norfolk State vs. Florida Date: Friday, March 21, 2025 Time: 6:50PM EST Site: PNC Arena City: Raleigh, NC Network/Streaming: TNT Never miss a second of the action and stay up to date with all the latest scores and player news. Check out our day-by-day NCAA Basketball Schedule Page that includes live game updates. Game odds for Norfolk State vs. Florida The latest odds as of Thursday courtesy of BetMGM: Odds: Norfolk State Spartans (+3300), Florida Gators (-10000) Spread: Gators -28.5 Total: 153.5 points Expert picks & predictions for Norfolk State vs. Florida Our model calculates projections around each moneyline, spread and over/under bet for every game on the NCAA calendar based on data points like past performance, player matchups, injuries, and the schedule. Once the model is finished running, we put its projection next to the latest betting lines for the game to arrive at a relative confidence level for each wager. Here are the best bets our model is projecting for Friday's Spartans & Gators game: Moneyline: NBC Sports Bet is staying away from a play on the Moneyline. Spread: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play ATS on Florida -28.5. Total: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play on the Game Total UNDER 153.5. Norfolk State vs. Florida: Top betting trends and recent stats Norfolk State is 12-1 in their last 14 games Norfolk State is 1-7 against the spread in their last 8 games (17-11 ATS for the season) Florida has won their last 6 games Florida is 6-0 against the spread in their last 6 games (23-8 ATS for the season) The Game Total in each of Florida's last 6 games has cashed to the OVER If you're looking for more key trends and stats around the spread, moneyline and total for every single game on the schedule today, check out our NCAA Basketball Top Trends Tool on Please bet responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline at 1-800-522-4700. Follow our experts on socials to keep up with all the latest content from the staff: · Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) · Drew Dinsick (@whale_capper) · Vaughn Dalzell (@VmoneySports) · Brad Thomas (@MrBradThomas)
NBC Sports
20-03-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Oklahoma vs UConn Prediction: Odds, Expert Picks, Betting Trends and Stats for 2025 March Madness First Round
The UConn Huskies (23-10), the two-time reigning national champions, are set to face the Oklahoma Sooners (20-13) Friday in the first round of the 2025 NCAA Tournament. As the No. 8 seed in the West Region, UConn enters the tournament with an eye on defending their back-to-back national titles. The Huskies are led by senior Alex Karaban and sophomore Solo Ball. The No. 9 seed Sooners are making their first tournament appearance under coach Porter Moser. They are led by freshman standout Jeremiah Fears, who has been averaging 22.6 points over the last eight games, and forward Jalon Moore. The winner of this game earns the right to take on the winner of the Norfolk St. vs. Florida game. Lets dive into the matchup and offer some information and possibly a sweat or two. We've got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game, including the latest info on the how to catch the opening tip, recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks & best bets for the game from our modeling tools and staff of experts. Game details & how to watch Oklahoma vs. UConn Date: Friday, March 21, 2025 Time: 9:25PM EST Site: PNC Arena City: Raleigh, NC Network/Streaming: TNT Never miss a second of the action and stay up to date with all the latest scores and player news. Check out our day-by-day NCAA Basketball Schedule Page that includes live game updates. Game odds for Oklahoma vs. UConn The latest odds as of Thursday courtesy of BetMGM: Odds: Oklahoma Sooners (+190), UConn Huskies (-235) Spread: Huskies -5.5 Total: 147.5 points Expert picks & predictions for Oklahoma vs. UConn Our model calculates projections around each moneyline, spread and over/under bet for every game on the NCAA calendar based on data points like past performance, player matchups, injuries, and the schedule. Once the model is finished running, we put its projection next to the latest betting lines for the game to arrive at a relative confidence level for each wager. Here are the best bets our model is projecting for Friday's Sooners & Huskies game: Moneyline: NBC Sports Bet is staying away from a play on the Moneyline. Spread: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play ATS on the Oklahoma Sooners +5.5. Total: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play on the Game Total UNDER 147.5. Oklahoma vs. UConn: Top betting trends and recent stats Oklahoma is a perfect 7-0 against the spread in their last 7 games (16-15 ATS for the season) Oklahoma last 7 Game Totals are 5-1-1 to the OVER UConn last 5 Game Totals have cashed to the UNDER UConn is 5-1 on the Moneyline in their last 6 games UConn is 4-2 against the spread in their last 6 games (14-17 for the season) If you're looking for more key trends and stats around the spread, moneyline and total for every single game on the schedule today, check out our NCAA Basketball Top Trends Tool on Please bet responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline at 1-800-522-4700. Follow our experts on socials to keep up with all the latest content from the staff: · Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) · Drew Dinsick (@whale_capper) · Vaughn Dalzell (@VmoneySports) · Brad Thomas (@MrBradThomas)
