Picks for 2/9/24
NOON EST
Rotation #601
Wisconsin -3.5 over Rutgers (loss)
Rutgers is a great defensive team but needs an offensive punch to be competitive in March. Wisconsin has a size advantage over the Scarlet Knights and has no problem scoring. The Badgers milk the shot clock to take the best available look. The Badger’s core players have experience playing with each other and added a great shooter in St. John’s transfer, AJ Storr. Chucky Hepburn is a great floor general, with Tyler Wahl and Steven Crowl cleaning up around the rim. Take Wisconsin.
College Basketball
5:00 PM EST
Rotation #747
Washington State +2.5 over Oregon (win)
Washington State is having a great season and will be for a conference title. Kyle Smith has done a fine job bringing in a few key transfers. The Cougars are a massive team that can bully anybody they play against. The Cougars play at a slow pace to limit turnovers. Oregon could have a better defense, so the Cougars’ size will be a factor. The Cougars will keep tonight’s game close with a chance to win late. Isaac Jones is a monster on the boards and can score easy points. Take Washington State.
College Basketball
6:00 PM EST
Rotation #751
Virginia Tech -5.5 over Notre Dame (loss)
Virginia Tech is a superior basketball team that is further along with the development of its players. Notre Dame has a new coach and brought in new players across the board. The Hokies have a physical edge tonight and have a massive experience edge. Virginia Tech is a well-balanced team that should often turn over the Irish. Big man Lynn Kidd is having a breakout year, making a high percentage of his shots around the net. Hunter Cattoor and Sean Pedulla are two experienced guards who will lead the way. Take Virginia Tech.