Picks for 12/14/24
College Basketball
1:00 PM EST
Rotation # 606
Auburn -12 over Ohio State (win)
Auburn is an experienced basketball team looking to beat up on first-year coach Jake Diebler and the Ohio State Buckeyes. The Tigers have played a challenging schedule to start the year and are overall a better team. Johni Broome is the best player on the court, as his length, scoring, and rebounding ability are second to none. Look for the Tigers to get a double-digit victory at State Farm Arena, where the majority of the crowd will be there to support them. Take Auburn.
College Basketball
3:00 PM EST
Rotation # 632
Arizona -3.5 over UCLA (loss)
UCLA will always be a good team with Mick Cronin as their head coach, but they have gotten off easy with their light schedule and might need help stopping the fast-paced Wildcats. Arizona is a team with a lot of muscle that can score in the paint. Caleb Love and Jaden Bradley are outstanding guards, and Tennessee transfer Tobe Awaka cleans up on the glass. Take Arizona.
College Basketball
3:15 PM EST
Rotation # 630
Kansas -14.5 over NC State (win)
The Jayhawks have every advantage today over the Wolfpack. NC State isn’t great on offense or defense and has yet to face a Kansas-level team. The Wolfpacks’ more manageable schedule might catch up with them today. NC State will have a tough time trying to stop Hunter Dickinson in the paint and will only get a few second-chance attempts with his ability to secure rebounds. Zeke Mayo has proven he can play at the highest level after transferring from South Dakota State. The Jayhawks will go on multiple runs and win by double-digits. Take Kansas.
College Basketball
8:00 PM EST
Rotation # 685
Gonzaga -2.5 over UConn (loss)
Gonzaga is an experienced team that will show no fear playing at Madison Square Garden. UConn has shown its vulnerability this year, losing head-scratchers to three unranked teams. The Huskies have played a soft schedule and operate slowly on offense. The Huskies have a good defense, but it will be hard to slow down Graham Ike and Braden Huff with their intimidating size. Ryan Nembhard is an outstanding floor general who will dish the ball off to his teammates. The Bulldogs have few weaknesses and should get a big road win. Take Gonzaga.
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