Alabama Crimson Tide Betting Preview

The Crimson Tide have done quite well this year overall, with only a few scattered losses versus some difficult opponents in the books. Alabama opened up on a 6-2 run with losses to Purdue and Oregon among wins versus UNC Asheville, Arkansas State, McNeese State, Illinois, Houston, and Rutgers. A win streak over North Carolina, Creighton, North Dakota, Kent State, South Dakota State, Oklahoma, South Carolina, and Texas A&M came next, then a loss to Ole Miss. The Tide would then take out Kentucky, Vanderbilt, LSU, Mississippi State, Georgia, Arkansas, and Texas over the next seven games before a loss to rival Auburn. Overall that gives the Crimson Tide a 21-4 record in their first 25 games of the year so far.

Matched up against Auburn in their Saturday outing, the Tide were down 42-33 going into the second half. Alabama held the pace from there on a 52-52 run but still took the loss at the end 94-85. Mark Sears led the way in the losing effort with 18 points and two assists, while Grant Nelson doubled up on 12 points with 12 boards and one assist. Clifford Omoruyi had 12 rebounds and eight points, while both Labaron Philon and Aden Holloway led the bench scoring 10 points apiece.

Missouri Tigers Betting Preview

Over on the Tigers’ side, they’ve had quite the solid season themselves with relatively few losses. Missouri fell to Memphis in their opener then took out Howard, Eastern Washington, MS Valley State, Pacific, AR-Pine Bluff, Lindenwood, Cal, Kansas, Long Island U, and Jacksonville State. A 1-2 run with a win over Alabama State in between losses to Illinois and Auburn came next, then wins over LSU, Vanderbilt, Florida, and Arkansas. After another loss to Texas, the Tigers hit a 4-2 run. Those losses were versus Tennessee and Texas A&M. Otherwise it was wins over Ole Miss, Mississippi State, Oklahoma, and Georgia in that time. The result so far has been a 19-6 overall run across the first 25 games of the season.

In the Georgia matchup on Saturday, the Tigers opened up on a 41-38 deficit in the first half. Missouri woke up from there on a 49-33 run and took the eventual win at the end 87-74, however. Anthony Robinson led the starters with 15 points, seven assists, five rebounds, and four steals in 26 minutes. Caleb Grill also had 15 points off the bench alongside five rebounds and four steals in 28 minutes on the floor. Mark Mitchell added 14 points with five rebounds and two assists, and Tamar Bates chipped in 13 points with three boards.

Why the Missouri Tigers will win

• Missouri has won each of its last 10 night games at Mizzou Arena.
• Alabama has lost three of its last four games at Mizzou Arena.
• Missouri has won the first half in nine of its last 10 night games at Mizzou Arena.

Why the Alabama Crimson Tide will win

• Alabama has won each of its last eight road games.
• Missouri has lost nine of its last 10 night games against Top 5 AP-ranked opponents.
• Alabama has won the first half in each of its last six road games against the Southeastern Conference.

Missouri vs Alabama Prediction

I’m going to stick with Alabama here. The Tide are coming off a rough loss to a very good Auburn team though, and they’ll need to get back on the horse quickly. Alabama shot just 38.6 percent from the field and 19.2 percent (5-of-26) from 3-point range in that defeat, giving up 46.2 percent on the other side. The good news is that the Tide were good on the boards with a 49-40 edge and had just seven turnovers. Alabama has scored 80 or more points in eight straight games now, a 7-1 overall run.

As for Missouri, they started pretty slowly against Georgia but everything worked out well in the end. The Tigers did give up 52.5 percent shooting in the win, though. Missouri has now scored a combined 169 points in their last pair of games, and they’ll likely need to keep that going if they’re going to steal a win here. I like a competitive matchup overall but in the end, I think Alabama takes the cover. Should be a fun one to watch.

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Georgia Bulldogs Betting Preview

The Georgia Bulldogs are 16-9 (4-8) this year after they lost to Texas A&M by a score of 69-53 in their last game. Georgia led 32-23 at halftime, but they scored just 21 points in the second half in the loss. The Bulldogs shot 32.7% from the field, 28% on three pointers, and 77.8% on free throws in the game. Silas Demary Jr. led Georgia with 19 points and four assists, while Blue Cain added 17 points and five rebounds in the loss. 

Prior to that game, the Bulldogs lost to Mississippi State by a score of 76-75, but did beat LSU by a score of 81-62 before that. Georgia has lost seven of their last nine games and they are currently 12th in the SEC standings with a 4-8 record. Georgia has scored 75.0 points per game and they have allowed 67.4 points against per game, while also averaging 37.3 rebounds and 13.0 assists per game this season. Asa Newell is averaging 15.0 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 1.2 steals per game, while Silas Demary Jr. is averaging 11.8 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game this year. Georgia is shooting 46% from the field, 71.2% on free throws, and 32.5% on three pointers this season. 

Missouri Tigers Betting Preview

The Missouri Tigers are 18-6 (7-4) this season after they defeated Oklahoma by a score of 82-58 in their last game. Missouri led 44-24 at halftime and added 38 points in the second half in the easy win. The Tigers shot 54.2% from the field, 33.3% on three pointers, and 74.3% on free throws in the game. Mark Mitchell led Missouri with 25 points and seven rebounds, while Caleb Grill added 15 points and five rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, the Tigers lost to Texas A&M by a score of 67-64 and Tennessee by a score of 85-81. Missouri has won three of their last five games and they are currently sixth in the SEC standings with a 7-4 record. Missouri has scored 82.4 points per game and they have allowed 68.8 points against per game, while also averaging 34.8 rebounds and 13.5 assists per game this season. Tamar Bates is averaging 13.5 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game, while Mark Mitchell is averaging 12.9 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game this year. Missouri is shooting 48.1% from the field, 72.1% on free throws, and 37.4% on three pointers this season. 

Why Missouri will beat Georgia

• Georgia has lost each of its last nine day games against the Southeastern Conference.
• Missouri has won 14 of its last 16 games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Missouri has won the first half in five of its last six games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Five of Missouri’s last six road games have produced a total of 149+ points.
• Four of Georgia’s last five day games at Stegeman Coliseum have produced a total of 146+ points.

Georgia vs Missouri Prediction 

Missouri comes into this matchup ranked #21 in the country and they are coming off of a dominating win against Oklahoma, but they will be on the road for this game. The Tigers did lose to Texas A&M and Tennessee prior to that Oklahoma game, but this Georgia team is not as difficult to play against. Georgia has lost three of their last four games and they only scored 53 points in their last game against Texas A&M. The Bulldogs are shooting 46% from the field this year, but they have scored 75+ points in two of their last three games. Georgia has been pretty solid at home this year, but they have struggled to beat anyone good over the last few weeks. Take Missouri here. 

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Before we dive into the Oklahoma Sooners vs. Missouri Tigers game let’s review the rules for Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for this evening’s Oklahoma Sooners vs. Missouri Tigers matchup.

Draftkings NCAA College Basketball Showdown Picks

Captain-Jalon Moore, Forward, Oklahoma Sooners $10,400

Senior forward Jalon Moore has been a standout performer for the Oklahoma Sooners this season. With that in mind, what do the statistics say about Moore’s performance in 2024? To answer this question, let’s examine his game data from the 2024 NCAA regular season.

In the 23 games that Jalon Moore has played for the Oklahoma Sooners in the 2024 NCAA regular season, Moore is averaging 17.7 points, 5.7 rebounds, 0.6 blocks and 0.7 steals a game.

Earlier this month, in the Oklahoma Sooners convincing 97-67 win over the Vanderbilt Commodores, Jalon Moore certainly played at a high level. Moore compiled 19 points, four rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in the Oklahoma Sooners victory over the Vanderbilt Commodores.

Examining the data just presented more closely, in the Sooners win over the Commodores, Jalon Moore amassed a robust 29.1 Draftkings points.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings NBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest.

In my view, Jalon Moore is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this evening’s NCAA regular season game. For that specific reason, I am rolling with Oklahoma forward Jalon Moore at the captain position for this one game Draftkings NCAA Showdown contest.

Flex Plays

Jeremiah Fears, Guard, Oklahoma Sooners $8,400

In addition to forward Jalon Moore, Oklahoma Sooners guard Jeremiah Fears has been a key contributor to the team’s success this season.

In the 23 games that guard Jeremiah Fears has played for the Oklahoma Sooners in the 2024 NCAA regular season, Jeremiah Fears is averaging 15.5 points, 3.7 rebounds, 4 assists and 1.8 steals a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 23 games that guard Jeremiah Fears has played for the Oklahoma Sooners in the 2024 NCAA regular season, Fears is averaging 28.6 Draftkings points a game.

In conclusion, I fully expect Oklahoma guard Jeremiah Fears to continue his outstanding play versus the Missouri Tigers later today.

Additional flex plays I like to perform well in this game (Draftkings price noted): Mark Mitchell, Guard (Missouri Tigers) $10,600: Tony Perkins, Guard (Missouri Tigers) $7,400.

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Oklahoma Sooners Betting Preview

The Oklahoma Sooners lost to Auburn and Tennessee, and they play LSU, Florida, and Mississippi State next. The Oklahoma Sooners are averaging 78.5 points on 47.6 percent shooting and allowing 71.7 points on 43.8 percent shooting. Jalon Moore is averaging 17.7 points and 5.7 rebounds, while Jeremiah Fears is averaging 15.5 points and 3.7 rebounds. Duke Miles is the third double-digit scorer and Brycen Goodine is grabbing 2.3 rebounds. The Oklahoma Sooners are shooting 37.1 percent from beyond the arc and 80.5 percent from the free throw line. The Oklahoma Sooners are allowing 28.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 29 rebounds per game.

Missouri Tigers Betting Preview

The Missouri Tigers lost to Tennessee and Texas A&M, and they play Georgia, Alabama, and Arkansas next. The Missouri Tigers are averaging 82.5 points on 47.9 percent shooting and allowing 69.3 points on 42.3 percent shooting. Tamar Bates is averaging 14 points and 2.9 rebounds, while Caleb Grill is averaging 12.6 points and 0.9 assists. Mark Mitchell is the third double-digit scorer and Anthony Robinson II is dishing 3.3 assists. The Missouri Tigers are shooting 37.5 percent from beyond the arc and 71.9 percent from the free throw line. The Missouri Tigers are allowing 34.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 31.8 rebounds per game.

Missouri vs Oklahoma Injury Report

Missouri will be without Trent Burns. Oklahoma will be without Jadon Jones and Jeff Nwankwo.

Missouri vs Oklahoma Prediction

The Oklahoma Sooners have the scoring ability to make this game competitive, but they continue to struggle defensively, and it’s played into losses in seven of their last 10 games. Oklahoma has won just one of their five road games. The Missouri Tigers are coming off a bad loss to Texas A&M, but they’re 15-1 SU at home, and they’ve covered eight of their last 10 games overall. While Oklahoma and Missouri have similar records, it’s the Tigers that are starting to separate themselves. Missouri is also ridiculous at home. I’ll lay the points with the Tigers.

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Texas A&M Recap

The Texas A&M Aggies come into this game looking to add on to their 76-72 win over South Carolina last time out to improve to 17-5 on the year. After this game, Texas A&M will head home for a game against Georgia.

Aggies Win Back-To-Back & 4 Of Last 5

Zhuric Phelps leads the Aggies in scoring with 15.5 PPG along with 5.1 RPG and 2.8 APG as well as 2.1 SPG while Wade Taylor’s added 14.7 PPG with 3.3 RPG and a team-high 4.8 APG to lead the Aggies in assists as the only other double-digit scorer for Texas A&M so far this season. Henry Coleman II also has 7.9 PPG with 4.8 RPG while Pharrel Payne has 9.1 PPG with 4.6 RPG. Solomon Washington also has a team-high 6.1 RPG as well on the year. As a team, Texas A&M is averaging 75.7 PPG on 42.6% shooting from the field, 30.3% from three and 67.9% from the foul line this season.

Why the Texas A&M Aggies will win

• Texas A&M has won eight of its last nine games at Mizzou Arena.
• Missouri has lost six of its last seven day games against Top 10 AP-ranked opponents.

Missouri Recap

The Missouri Tigers come into this game looking to bounce back after an 85-81 loss at the hands of Tennessee last time out to sit at 17-5 on the year. After this game, Missouri will welcome the Oklahoma Sooners to town.

Tigers Looking To Rebound

Tamar Bates leads the Tigers in scoring with 13.9 PPG along with 2.9 RPG while Caleb Grill has 13.1 PPG with 3.2 RPG in 17 games played so far this season. Mark Mitchell has 12.4 PPG with 4.7 RPG to cap off the trio of double-digit scorers for Missouri so far this season. Anthony Robinson II has 9.4 PPG with 3.4 RPG and a team-high 3.4 APG to lead the Tigers in the assist department while Tony Perkins has 8.2 PPG with 2.6 APG and Trent Pierce has 8 PPG with 3.4 RPG as well so far this season. Josh Gray also has a team-high 5.4 RPG to lead Missouri on the glass up to this point in the year. As a team, Missouri is averaging 83.3 PPG on 48.2% shooting from the field, 38% from three and 71.5% from the foul line this season.

Why the Missouri Tigers will win

• Missouri has won each of its last 15 games at Mizzou Arena.
• Texas A&M has lost three of its last four day games against the Southeastern Conference.

Total Points Facts

• Each of the last seven games between Texas A&M and Missouri at Mizzou Arena have produced a total of 139 or fewer points.
• Each of Texas A&M’s last seven games at Mizzou Arena have produced a total of 139 or fewer points.

Missouri vs Texas A&M Prediction

I’m on Missouri here. I get the allure of points with Texas A&M who have been really good this season and have more than held their own in a lot of spots on the road this season. However, I think I have to come to grips with the fact that Missouri is actually good this season. Like, really good. And I was really impressed with the fight they gave to Tennessee even in a losing effort. The Tigers have been a lot more impressive in conference play compared to last year (although it wouldn’t take much to improve on an 0-18 conference season) and I think that they can defend home court with a win and cover here. Give me Missouri.

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Missouri Tigers Betting Preview

The Tigers really only have one spotty three-game span in the books so far this year. Otherwise, they’ve only posted a couple of defeats amid a flurry of victories. Missouri lost to Memphis in their opener, then took out Howard, Eastern Washington, MS Valley State, Pacific, AR-Pine Bluff, Lindenwood, Cal, Kansas, Long Island U, and Jacksonville State in the next 10 games. The Tigers would fall to Illinois and Auburn in the next three (around a win over Alabama State), then beat LSU, Vanderbilt, Florida, and Arkansas. Following another loss to Texas, the Tigers beat Ole Miss and Mississippi State for a 17-4 overall record through the first 21 games.

In their Saturday matchup with Mississippi State, the Tigers came out of the locker room looking up at a 45-31 advantage. Missouri kept it going in the second half with a 43-30 run and took the eventual blowout road win 88-61 in the end. Caleb Grill came off the bench to lead the team with 20 points, two assists, and one rebound. Josh Gray had a double-double off the bench with 10 points and 11 rebounds. Tops among the starters in the victory was Tamar Bates, who notched 14 points with three rebounds and three assists in 29 minutes of work.

Tennessee Volunteers Betting Preview

Over on the Volunteers’ side, they kicked off the season with a flurry of victories. Tennessee has gone on a meandering .500 run since January 7, however. The Vols took out Gardner-Webb, Louisville, Montana, Austin Peay, Virginia, Baylor, TN-Martin, Syracuse, Miami, Illinois, Western Carolina, Middle Tennessee, Norfolk State, and Arkansas in their opening 14 outings. It’s been a 4-4 run since then with losses to Florida, Vanderbilt, Auburn, and Kentucky amid wins over Texas, Georgia, Mississippi State, and Florida. The result so far has been an 18-4 overall record through the first 22 games of the season for the Volunteers.

Matched up against Florida on Saturday, the Vols held a three-point edge going into the second half. Tennessee got much better from there on a 40-23 run and took the eventual victory 64-44 in the end. Tops in scoring was Chaz Lanier with 19 points and five rebounds, while Jordan Gainey added 16 points with four rebounds, four assists, and three steals. Felix Okpara also finished in double-figures with 10 points, eight rebounds, and two blocks. All of the team’s bench points (seven) came from Cade Phillips alongside three rebounds in 28 minutes.

Why the Tennessee Volunteers will win

• Tennessee has won each of its last 27 Wednesday games at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center.
• Missouri has lost 15 of its last 17 night games against the Southeastern Conference.
• The home team has won the first half in each of Tennessee’s last five games.

Why the Missouri Tigers will win

• Missouri has won 10 of its last 11 night games.
• Tennessee has lost each of its last three games following a home win.
• Missouri has won the first half in six of its last seven games against the Southeastern Conference.

Tennessee vs Missouri Prediction

I’ll just stay with Tennessee here. The Volunteers are coming off a very effective game (at least defensively) against the Gators. Tennessee held Florida to just 24.5 percent shooting from the field and 14.8 percent (4-of-27) from 3-point range. the 40-37 rebounding advantage was nice, as were the nine points off 13 Florida turnovers. The Volunteers have been a mixed bag as far as scoring—and winning—lately. They’ve been below 69 points in three of the last four games (a 2-2 run) but generally, they’re still playing pretty good defense.

As for Missouri, they’re coming off a very impressive road win over Mississippi State this past weekend. The Tigers shot an excellent 55 percent from the field in that one while holding the Bulldogs to just 36.4 percent on the other side. Missouri is cooking during this 6-1 stretch, posting 75 or more points in each win during that time. Generally, the Tigers are keeping other teams in check on the scoreboard as well. This matchup could go a lot of different ways, but in the end, I like the Vols to eke one out at home. It’ll be one of the highlights of the Wednesday schedule.

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Missouri Tigers Betting Preview

The Missouri Tigers beat Ole Miss, lost to Texas, and they play Tennessee, Texas A&M, and Oklahoma next. The Missouri Tigers are averaging 83.2 points on 48.2 percent shooting and allowing 69 points on 42.1 percent shooting. Tamar Bates is averaging 13.5 points and 3 rebounds, while Mark Mitchell is averaging 13.1 points and 1.8 assists. Caleb Grill is the third double-digit scorer and Anthony Robinson II is dishing 3.5 assists. The Missouri Tigers are shooting 37.3 percent from beyond the arc and 71.9 percent from the free throw line. The Missouri Tigers are allowing 33.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 32.1 rebounds per game.

Mississippi State Bulldogs Betting Preview

The Mississippi State Bulldogs beat South Carolina, lost to Alabama, and they play Georgia, Florida, and Ole Miss next. The Mississippi State Bulldogs are averaging 80.9 points on 46 percent shooting and allowing 70.4 points on 42.4 percent shooting. Josh Hubbard is averaging 17.3 points and 3 assists, while KeShawn Murphy is averaging 10.8 points and 7.1 rebounds. Claudell Harris Jr. is the third double-digit scorer and Riley Kugel is dishing 1.5 assists. The Mississippi State Bulldogs are shooting 32.1 percent from beyond the arc and 69.6 percent from the free throw line. The Mississippi State Bulldogs are allowing 35.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 36 rebounds per game.

Mississippi State vs Missouri Injury Report

Missouri will be without Trent Burns due to a foot injury. Mississippi State will be without Kanye Clary due to a leg injury.

Mississippi State vs Missouri Prediction

The Mississippi State Bulldogs are the more talented team and could win comfortably at home, but they’re also 0-6 ATS in their last six games and 3-7 ATS in heir last 10 games. The Missouri Tigers have turned their season around with wins in seven of their last 10 games, and they’ve covered seven of those games as well. Let’s not forget, Missouri beat Florida on the road a couple of weeks ago as a double-digit underdog. Missouri has found its offense and isn’t a team that should be overlooked. I want the points with Missouri on the road.

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Ole Miss Has Lost Two Straight Games

Ole Miss has lost two straight games and they are suddenly struggling heading into this game. Two games ago against Mississippi State they ended up losing 84-81 and in the last game against Texas A&M they ended up losing 63-62. Sean Pedulla was the top player putting up 16 points, three rebounds, and one assist. There were four different players that put up at least 10 points. At halftime they were up 33-26 but in the second half they didn’t play as well. 

Ole Miss comes into this game with a 15-4 record overall and they have gone 13-6 against the spread. Ole Miss is averaging 77.9 poins while their defense is giving up 65.5 points per game. Ole Miss is averaging 77.9 points per game while their defense is giving up 65.5 points per game. The offense is ranked 97th in the league while the defense is ranked 37th in the league. They are averaging 15.84 assists per game which is 74th in the league. Sean Pedulla is averaging 14.3 points while shooting 43.3 percent from the field and 38.5 percent from behind the three point line. 

Missouri Looks to Bounce Back

Missouri has played well this season but they looked awful in the last game. Missouri faced off against Texas in the last game and they scored 53 points, while the defense 61 points, and that led to the defeat. Missouri shot only 31.3 percent from the field and 18.2 percent from behind the three point line. Two games ago against Arkansas it was a different story and they ended up winning 83-65. 

Missouri comes into this game wih a 15-4 record and they have gone 10-9 against the spread. Missouri is averaging 83.2 points while their defense is giving up 68.6 poins per game. The offense is ranked 25th in the league while the defense is ranked 97th. They are averaging 20.16 free throws per game which 2nd in the league. Mark Mitchell has been the top player for Missouri averaging 13.4 points while shooting 48.6 percent from the field and 23.5 percent from behind teh three point line. 

Ole Miss vs Missouri Prediction

Missouri struggled in the last game, but they are going to bounce back in a big way again here. Missouri on the season is averaging 83.2 points per game and they are going to put on an offensive show here. Ole Miss is giving up 65.5 points per game but they are going to give up even higher than that here. Missouri is going to end up cruising to the victory. Back Missouri against the spread here. 

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Missouri Tigers Betting Preview

The Missouri Tigers beat Florida and Arkansas, and they play Ole Miss, Mississippi State, and Tennessee next. The Missouri Tigers are averaging 84.8 points on 49.2 percent shooting and allowing 69.1 points on 42.2 percent shooting. Mark Mitchell is averaging 13.8 points and 4.9 rebounds, while Tamar Bates is averaging 12.9 points and 1.3 assists. Caleb Grill is the third double-digit scorer and Anthony Robinson II is dishing 3.6 assists. The Missouri Tigers are shooting 37.9 percent from beyond the arc and 71.9 percent from the free throw line. The Missouri Tigers are allowing 34.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 31.9 rebounds per game.

Texas Longhorns Betting Preview

The Texas Longhorns beat Oklahoma, lost to Florida, and they play Texas A&M, Ole Miss,  LSU, Arkansas, and Vanderbilt next. The Texas Longhorns are averaging 80.4 points on 49 percent shooting and allowing 66.9 points on 41.6 percent shooting. Tre Johnson is averaging 18.6 points and 2.7 rebounds, while Arthur Kaluma is averaging 13.8 points and 7.9 rebounds. Jordan Pope is the third double-digit scorer and Tramon Mark is grabbing 3.5 rebounds. The Texas Longhorns are shooting 38.2 percent from beyond the arc and 74.6 percent from the free-throw line. The Texas Longhorns are allowing 32.4 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 32.6 rebounds per game.

Texas vs Missouri Injury Report

Missouri will continue to be without Trent Burns due to a foot injury. Texas will be without Chendall Weaver due to a hip injury. Arthur Kaluma is probable.

Texas vs Missouri Prediction

The Texas Longhorns are getting the benefit of the doubt because they’re at home, but they’ve lost four of their last five games and the defense is heading in the wrong direction. Texas has allowed 80 or more points in three of its last five contests, which is a far cry from their season average of 66.9 points. The Missouri Tigers are 8-2 SU and 7-3 ATS in their last 10 games, which includes a road upset over Florida as a double-digit underdog. Missouri also has the offensive horses to expose this Texas defense if it doesn’t get its act together. Missouri has topped 80 points in six of its last nine games. Give me Missouri and the free bucket on the road.

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Missouri Tigers Betting Preview

The Missouri Tigers are 14-3 (3-1) this season after they defeated Florida by a score of 83-82 in their last game. Missouri led 50-34 at halftime, but they were outscored 48-33 in the second half in the narrow win. The Tigers shot 44.3% from the field, 37.9% on three pointers, and 62.1% on free throws in the game. Caleb Grill led Missouri with 22 points and three rebounds, while Mark Mitchell added 15 points and eight rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that victory, the Tigers defeated Vanderbilt by a score of 75-66 and LSU by a score of 83-67. Missouri has won three games in a row and four of their last five, and they are one of four teams in the SEC with one conference loss so far. Missouri has scored 84.9 points per game and they have allowed 69.3 points against per game, while also averaging 34.6 rebounds and 13.8 assists per game this season. Mark Mitchell is averaging 13.6 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 1.6 assists per game, while Tamar Bates is averaging 12.8 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game this year. Missouri is shooting 49.4% from the field, 71.9% on free throws, and 37.3% on three pointers this season. 

Arkansas Razorbacks Betting Preview

The Arkansas Razorbacks are 11-6 (0-4) this year after they lost to LSU by a score of 78-74 in their last game. Arkansas led 36-34 at halftime, but they were outscored 44-38 in the second half for the loss. The Razorbacks shot 39.1% from the field, 45% on three pointers, and 84.6% on free throws in the game. Boogie Fland led Arkansas with 19 points and five assists, while Jonas Aidoo added 12 points and 10 rebounds in the loss. 

Prior to that game, the Razorbacks lost to Florida by a score of 71-63 and Ole Miss by a score of 73-66. Arkansas has lost four games in a row and they are one of just three teams that are winless in SEC play. Arkansas has scored 78.1 points per game and they have allowed 67.6 points against per game, while also averaging 35.9 rebounds and 15.4 assists per game this season. Adou Thiero is averaging 16.7 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game, while Boogie Fland is averaging 15.7 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 5.7 assists per game this year. Arkansas is shooting 47.9% from the field, 71.4% on free throws, and 34.3% on three pointers this season. 

Why Missouri will beat Arkansas

• Missouri has won each of its last 13 games at Mizzou Arena.
• Arkansas has lost each of its last five games against the Southeastern Conference.
• Missouri has won the first half in 12 of its last 13 games at Mizzou Arena.

Missouri vs Arkansas Prediction 

Missouri comes into this matchup with plenty of momentum after beating Florida in their last game, and they are looking for their fourth straight win here. The Tigers are shooting 49.4% from the field and they are scoring nearly 85 points per game this season. Missouri has scored at least 82 points in three of their last five games, but they did play a bad second half in their last game and nearly blew the win. Arkansas is searching for their first SEC win of the year and they have allowed 71 points or more in four straight games. The Razorbacks do have a decent shooting percentage, but they continue to find ways to lose close games. These two teams are trending in opposite directions and I really like how Missouri is playing right now. Take the Tigers at home here. 

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Missouri Tigers Betting Preview

The Tigers got off to a nice start over their first 11 games this year, but they’ve had some tougher matchups in a choppy run lately. Missouri fell to Memphis in their opener, then bounced back with a winning streak over Howard, Eastern Washington, Mississippi Valley State, Pacific, Arkansas Pine Bluff, Lindenwood, California, Kansas, Long Island University, and Jacksonville State. A 1-2 stretch commenced after that with losses to Illinois and Auburn around a win versus Alabama State. The Tigers have picked up a couple of wins in their last pair however, taking out LSU and Vanderbilt on the way to a 13-3 overall record so far.

Back on Saturday in the Vanderbilt game, the Tigers came out of the break looking up at a 41-32 advantage on the scoreboard. Missouri closed on a 34-34 run in the second half and picked up a solid win 75-66 in the end. Mark Mitchell was the leading team contributor with 19 points, seven rebounds, and one assist. Anthony Robinson added 15 points with eight assists and three steals, while Caleb Grill came off the bench to contribute 13 points, five rebounds, two steals, and one assist in 28 minutes of action on the floor.

Florida Gators Betting Preview

Over on the Gators’ side, they opened up the 2024-25 season on a stellar run before finally taking their first loss. Florida has picked it back up with a couple of wins since then. In that opening 13-0 run, the Gators powered out wins over South Florida, Jacksonville, Grambling, Florida State, Florida A&M, Southern Illinois, Wake Forest, Wichita State, Virginia, Arizona State, North Carolina, North Florida, and Stetson in succession. Following their first (and only, so far) loss of the year versus Kentucky on January 4, the Gators have since dispatched Tennessee and Arkansas in their last two outings for a 15-1 overall run so far this year.

Matched up against Arkansas in their Saturday game, the Gators entered the locker room holding a slim three-point lead 28-25. Florida didn’t end up falling any further behind than that, posting a 43-38 advantage in the second half on the way to a nice win 71-63. Alijah Martin was the team’s top scorer with 14 points, four boards, one assist, and one steal. Alex Condon doubled on 12 points with 10 boards and four assists. Both Will Richard (eight rebounds) and Walter Clayton (five assists) posted 12 points apiece in the road victory as well.

Why the Florida Gators will win

• Florida has won each of its last 19 games at Exactech Arena at Stephen C. O’Connell Center against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Missouri has lost each of its last eight night games against Top 5 AP-ranked opponents.
• Florida has won the first half in each of its last 19 games at Exactech Arena at Stephen C. O’Connell Center.

Why the Missouri Tigers will win

• Missouri has won each of its last nine night games.
• Missouri has won the first half in nine of its last 10 night games.

Florida vs Missouri Prediction

I’m sticking with Florida, even though the line’s a little hefty. The Gators didn’t suffer that proverbial “big-win hangover” in their latest matchup with Arkansas, riding a 49-39 rebounding edge to an eight-point road victory. The shooting wasn’t that great (39.1 percent), but Florida was a menace on defense. The Gators held Arkansas to just 30 percent shooting from the floor on the other side. Florida is cooking on offense this year. They’ve hit 71 or more points in all 16 games so far and should notch another solid total here as well.

As for Missouri, they didn’t have too many issues with Vanderbilt in their latest win, posting 49 percent shooting with a 33-29 rebounding advantage. The Tigers did cough up 14 turnovers though, and if they’re careless with the ball here the Gators will make them pay for it. Missouri has scored very well all year themselves, posting 68 or more points in all 16 games so far. I like this one to be another sizable total on both sides, with Florida asserting their dominance in an eventual cover. Should be a fun matchup, though. It’ll be a good one to watch.

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Can Missouri Build on Last Game?

Two games ago against Auburn, Missouri had some major issues and they ended up losing 84-68. In the last game though, Missouri bounced back in a big way and they were able to secure the 83-67 victory. Guard Tamar Bates had a huge game putting up 20 points, eight rebounds, and two assists. There were five different players that are averaging at least 10 points per game. 

Missouri on the season is averaging 85.7 points while thier defense is giving up 68.7 points per game. The offense is ranked 11th in the league while the defense is ranked 108th. They have done a good job of getting to the free throw line and they are averaging 21 three throws per game which is the most in college basketball. Mark Mitchell has been the top player for MIssouri this season averaging 13.1 points while shooting 51.1 percent from the field and 25 percent from behind the three point line. 

Can Vanderbilt Bounce Back?

Vanderbilt in the last game faced off against Mississippi State and they didn’t play well enough. Vanderbilt scored only 64 points while the defense gave up 74 points and that led to the defeat. Vanderbilt shot 35.5 percent from the field but only 19.2 percent from deep. In this game if they wnt to find success, they are going to need the defense to step up to really try to put the presure on.  Vanderbilt on the season is averaging 84.6 points while their defense is giving up 67.1 points per game. The offense is ranked 21st in the league while the defense is ranked 75th. They are shooting 47.9 percent which is 56th best in the league. They are averaging 26.1 three point attempts per game which is 73rd in the league. Guard Jason Edwards is averaging 17.1 points while shooting 44.8 percent from the field and 36.6 percent from behind the three point line. There are four different players that are averaging at least 10 points per game. 

Why the Vanderbilt Commodores Will Beat the Missouri

Missouri has lost 21 of its last 22 games against Conference opponents.

Vanderbilt has won each of its last eight day games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Missouri has lost the first half in seven of its last eight day games against Conference opponents.

Missouri vs Vanderbilt Prediction

Vanderbilt struggled in the last game but they are going to bounce back in a big way. Vanderbilt is averaging 84.6 points per game overall and although they struggled in the last game they are going to bounce back in a big way here. This Missouri defense I don’t trust and they are going to really struggle in a major way here. Vanderbilt’s offense is going to be too much and they are going to cruise to the cover here. 

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LSU Tigers Betting Preview

The LSU Tigers beat Miss Valley State, lost to Vanderbilt, and they play Ole Miss, Arkansas, and Texas A&M next. The LSU Tigers are averaging 83.4 points on 48.3 percent shooting and allowing 68 points on 38.2 percent shooting. Cam Carter is averaging 17.3 points and 4.2 rebounds, while Jordan Sears is averaging 14.8 points and 3.7 rebounds. Vyctorius Miller is the third double-digit scorer and Jalen Reed is grabbing 6.5 rebounds. The LSU Tigers are shooting 32.4 percent from beyond the arc and 74.5 percent from the free throw line. The LSU Tigers are allowing 28.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 36.9 rebounds per game.

Missouri Tigers Betting Preview

The Missouri Tigers beat Alabama State, lost to Auburn, and they play Vanderbilt, Florida, and Arkansas next. The Missouri Tigers are averaging 86 points on 50 percent shooting and allowing 68.9 points on 41.7 percent shooting. Mark Mitchell is averaging 13.3 points and 4.7 rebounds, while Tamar Bates is averaging 12.6 points and 1.2 assists. Caleb Grill is the third double-digit scorer and Anthony Robinson II is dishing 3.7 assists. The Missouri Tigers are shooting 36.1 percent from beyond the arc and 72.4 percent from the free throw line. The Missouri Tigers are allowing 34.4 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 31.4 rebounds per game.

Missouri vs LSU Injury Report

The LSU Tigers will be without Jalen Reed and Tyrell Ward. The Missouri Tigers will be without Trent Burns. 

Missouri vs LSU Prediction

The LSU Tigers have struggled when stepping up in competition, and that includes recent blowout losses to SMU and Vanderbilt. The Missouri Tigers are unbeaten at home, and they’re in a bounce-back spot after coming up small against Auburn. LSU has failed to cover four of its last six games. Missouri is really solid at home, and I’m not convinced LSU can step up in spots like this on the road. Missouri will run away with things in the second half if the offense continues to shoot high percentages across the board. LSU has issues shooting the three-ball this season. I’ll lay the points with Missouri at home on Tuesday night.

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Another Big Chance for Missouri 

Missouri already has a win over Kansas this season, and they have a chance to pick up another big win here. Two games ago against Illinois, Missouri scored 77 points, but the defense gave up 80 points and that led to the defeat. On Monday, Missouri faced off against Alabama State and they scored 82 points while the defense gave up 65 points. Guard Tamar Bates had a strong game putting up 16 points, six rebounds, and two assists. There were four different players that put up at least 12 points.

Missouri is averaging 87.3 points while their defense is giving up 67.6 points per game. The offense is ranked 11th in the league, while the defense is ranked 92nd. This is a team that is shooting and they are averaging 50.88 percent from the field which is eighth in the league. Guard Mark Mitchell is averaging 13.8 points while shooting 52.5 percent from the field while shooting 20.8 percent from behind the three-point line. Missouri will take on LSU after this game.

Why Missouri Will beat Auburn

• Missouri has won three of its last four day games.

Auburn Has Won Five Straight

Auburn has all kinds of confidence right now and they have won five games in a row. Auburn in the last game faced off against Monmouth and they scored 87 points, and that led to the defeat. At halftime, they were up 46-28 but in the second half, they ended up cruising to the victory. Auburn shot 43.9 percent from the field and 26.7 percent from the field. In this game, they are going to need to make more shots from deep. There were four different layers that put up at least 12 points. Johni Broome had a huge game putting up 14 points, 11 rebounds, and four assists. 

Auburn on the season is averaging 88.3 points while their defense is giving up 64.8 points per game. The offense is ranked 5th in the league while the defense is ranked 36th. They are averaging 19.4 assists per game which is 4th. Auburn is averaging 88.3 points while their defense is giving up 64.8 points per game. The offense is ranked 5th in the league while the defense is ranked 36th. They are shooting 50.8 percent from the field which is 10th best in the league. Johni Broome is averaging 18.2 points while shooting 56.1 percent from the field and 28.9 percent from behind the three-point line. Auburn will play against Texas following this one.

Why Auburn Will Beat Missouri 

• Missouri has lost each of its last 20 games against Conference opponents.
• Auburn has won each of its last 11 day games at Neville Arena against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Missouri has lost the first half in six of its last seven day games against the Southeastern Conference.

Auburn vs Missouri Prediction

Missouri and Auburn are both going to be involved in a shootout. Auburn is averaging 88.3 points while Missouri is averaging 87.3 points per game. Even though neither of these teams has been awful with the defense, they are both going to struggle here. MIssouri doesn’t have any sort of defense to slow down Johni Broome and that will be the difference here.  Back the over to end up cashing here with ease. 

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Missouri Tigers Betting Preview

The Missouri Tigers are 9-3 (5-3) this season after they defeated Arkansas by a score of 28-21 in their last game. Missouri trailed 21-20 in the fourth quarter, but they scored with 1:53 left for the win. The Tigers were out gained by a total of 377-361, won the turnover battle 2-0, and went 6-15 on third down in the game. Brady Cook threw for 168 yards on 10 completions, while Marcus Carroll rushed for 90 yards and two scores in the win. 

Missouri also has wins over Mississippi State, Oklahoma, Auburn, UMass, Vanderbilt, Boston College, Buffalo, and Murray State, while losing to Texas A&M, Alabama, and South Carolina. The Missouri offense has scored 29.1 points per game with 219.9 passing yards and 170.8 rushing yards per game, while the defense has allowed 20.1 points against per game this season. Brady Cook has completed 63.3% of his passes for 2,248 yards, nine touchdowns, and two interceptions, while Theo Wease Jr. has caught 55 passes for 809 yards and three scores this year. 

Iowa Hawkeyes Betting Preview

The Iowa Hawkeyes are 8-4 (6-3) this year after they defeated Nebraska by a score of 13-10 in their last game. Iowa trailed 10-0 at halftime, but they scored 13 points in the second half for the win. The Hawkeyes were out gained by a total of 334-164, won the turnover battle 2-0, and went 0-10 on third down in the game. Jackson Stratton threw for 115 yards and one touchdown, while Kaleb Johnson caught two passes for 73 yards and one score in the game. 

Iowa also has wins over Maryland, Northwestern, Washington, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Troy, and Illinois State, while losing to UCLA, Michigan State, Ohio State, and Iowa State. The Iowa offense has scored 28 points per game with 131.7 passing yards and 199.8 rushing yards per game, while the defense has allowed 17.1 points against per game this season. Brendan Sullivan has completed 68.6% of his passes for 344 yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions, while Kamari Moulton has rushed for 377 yards and two scores this year. 

Why Missouri will beat Iowa

• Missouri has won each of its last 15 games against non-AP-ranked teams.
• Iowa has lost each of its last eight games against AP-ranked teams.
• Iowa has failed to cover the spread in each of its last nine games against AP-ranked teams.
• Missouri has covered the spread in eight of its last nine games against non-AP-ranked teams.
• Missouri has won the first quarter in three of its last four games against non-conference opponents.
• Missouri has won the first half in eight of its last nine games against non-conference opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Each of Iowa’s last nine games as an underdog have gone UNDER the total points line.
• Each of Missouri’s last five games against non-conference opponents have gone UNDER the total points line.

Matchup/League Facts

• Missouri ranks 3rd among FBS teams for 1st downs against this season (193).
• Missouri ranks 7th among FBS teams for time of possession per game this season (32:49).
• Iowa ranks 3rd among FBS teams for Q1 opponent points per game this season (1.6).
• Iowa ranks 3rd among FBS teams for H2 points per game this season (19.3).

Missouri vs Iowa Prediction 

Missouri comes into this matchup after winning three of their last four games and they are ranked #19 in the country. The Tigers had a slow start to the season, but they picked things up and finished strong, despite having some bad officiating in their loss to South Carolina. Iowa did have a better offensive attack this season, but they will be without Kaleb Johnson, who is one of the best running backs in the country. I think the Iowa offense is going to really struggle in this matchup and I expect Missouri to get a relatively easy win. Take the Tigers here. 

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Illinois Recap

The Illinois Fighting Illini come into this game looking to bounce back after a 66-64 loss at the hands of Tennessee last time out. After this game, Illinois will head home to take on Chicago State.

Illini Looking For Consistency

Kasparas Jakucionis leads the Illini in scoring and assists with 16.1 PPG and 5.6 APG along with 6.1 RPG while Tomislav Ivisic has 14.2 PPG with a team-high 9.7 RPG to lead the Illini in rebounding up to this point in the year. Will Riley has 13.5 PPG with 4.2 RPG and Kylan Boswell has 10.1 PPG with 4.1 RPG and 3.4 APG to cap off the scoring in double figures for Illinois so far this season. Tre White also has 9.1 PPG with 5 RPG and Ben Humrichous has 8.3 PPG as well on the year. As a team, Illinois is averaging 84 PPG on 43.2% shooting from the field, 32.4% from three and 73.5% from the foul line this season.

Why the Illinois Fighting Illini will win

• Illinois has won 14 of its last 15 games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Missouri has lost each of its last four games played at neutral venues.

Missouri Recap

The Missouri Tigers come into this one looking to add on to their 83-72 win over Jacksonville State last time out. After this game, Missouri will head home for a game against Alabama State.

Tigers Win 10 In A Row

Caleb Grill leads the Tigers in scoring with 13.6 PPG along with 2.7 RPG while Tamar Bates has 12.3 PPG of his own this season. Mark Mitchell has 13.5 PPG with 5 RPG while Anthony Robinson II has 11.5 PPG with 4.1 RPG and a team-high 4.2 APG to lead the Tigers in the assist department, rounding out the group of double-digit scorers for Missouri so far this season. Josh Gray also has a team-high 5.3 RPG to lead Missouri on the glass up to this point in the year. As a team, Missouri is averaging 88.7 PPG on 52% shooting from the field, 37.8% from three and 71.4% from the foul line this season.

Why the Missouri Tigers will win

• Missouri has won each of its last 10 games.
• Illinois has lost four of its last five day games against the Southeastern Conference.

Missouri vs Illinois Prediction

I’m on Illinois here. Missouri does have the home win against Kansas, but their 10-game win streak has all come on their home floor. Illinois is a tough team with an elite level defense that should give the Tigers all sorts of issues, and Missouri has played one of the weakest schedules in the country this season. Give me Illinois.

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Kansas Jayhawks Betting Preview

The Kansas Jayhawks beat Furman, lost to Creighton, and they play NC State, Brown, and West Virginia next. The Kansas Jayhawks are averaging 80.3 points on 50.3 percent shooting and allowing 67.3 points on 40.1 percent shooting. Hunter Dickinson is averaging 14.5 points and 9 rebounds, while Zeke Mayo is averaging 11.8 points and 4.3 rebounds. Dajuan Harris Jr. is the third double-digit scorer and KJ Adams Jr. is dishing 2.8 assists. The Kansas Jayhawks are shooting 34.6 percent from beyond the arc and 70.4 percent from the free throw line. The Kansas Jayhawks are allowing 30.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.3 rebounds per game.

Missouri Tigers Betting Preview

The Missouri Tigers beat Cal and Lindenwood, and they play LIU, Jacksonville State and Illinois next. The Missouri Tigers are averaging 91.3 points on 52.6 percent shooting and allowing 66.8 points on 40.5 percent shooting. Caleb Grill is averaging 13.6 points and 2.7 rebounds, while Mark Mitchell is averaging 12.3 points and 1 assist. Tamar Bates is the third double-digit scorer and Anthony Robinson II is dishing 4.3 assists. The Missouri Tigers are shooting 35.1 percent from beyond the arc and 70.8 percent from the free throw line. The Missouri Tigers are allowing 32 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.1 rebounds per game.

Missouri vs Kansas Prediction

The Missouri Tigers will have their chances at home and if the offense keeps playing at this level. The problem is, Missouri hasn’t been tested yet outside of a game against Memphis, which the Tigers lost. Missouri has been favored in every other game. I need to see Missouri in a game like this to be convinced. The Kansas Jayhawks has the talent edge and there’s certainly going to be a decent amount of fans in their support despite it being a road game. The line is reasonable. I have to lean toward the Jayhawks.

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Cal Golden Bears Betting Preview

The Cal Golden Bears beat Sacramento State and Mercyhurst, and they play Stanford, Cornell and Northwestern State next. The Cal Golden Bears are averaging 80 points on 47.9 percent shooting and allowing 71.1 points on 44.3 percent shooting. Andrej Stojakovic is averaging 17.7 points and 5.1 rebounds, while Jovan Blacksher Jr. is averaging 16.3 points and 3 assists. BJ Omot is the third double-digit scorer and Jeremiah Wilkinson is grabbing 1 rebound. The Cal Golden Bears are shooting 36.1 percent from beyond the arc and 71.5 percent from the free throw line. The Cal Golden Bears are allowing 36.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.7 rebounds per game.

Missouri Tigers Betting Preview

The Missouri Tigers beat Arkansas-Pine Bluff and Lindenwood, and they play Kansas, LIU and Jacksonville State next. The Missouri Tigers are averaging 90.1 points on 50.9 percent shooting and allowing 63 points on 39 percent shooting. Caleb Grill is averaging 13.6 points and 2.7 rebounds, while Tamar Bates is averaging 11.9 points and 1.3 assists. Mark Mitchell is the third double-digit scorer and Anthony Robinson II is dishing 4 assists. The Missouri Tigers are shooting 35.2 percent from beyond the arc and 71.6 percent from the free throw line. The Missouri Tigers are allowing 30.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 34.7 rebounds per game.

Why the Missouri Tigers will win

• Missouri has won each of its last 10 games against non-Conference opponents at Mizzou Arena.
• California has lost each of its last three games against the Southeastern Conference.
• Missouri has won the first half in each of its last nine games against non-Conference opponents at Mizzou Arena.

Missouri vs California Prediction

The Missouri Tigers should be favored at home given the talent gap, but there’s a decent chance they’ll be without their top scorer in Caleb Grill. The Cal Golden Bears are an above average scoring team, and that could be an issue for Missouri. Let’s also not forget, Cal went into USC and won as a 7 point dog. Cal won’t be scared of the moment. This should be a fun back and forth contest. Give me Cal and the points.

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Arkansas Recap

The Arkansas Razorbacks come into this one looking to finish the season on a high note after securing bowl eligibility with a 35-14 win over Louisiana Tech last time out.

Razorbacks Look Forward To Bowl Game

Taylen Green has thrown for 2,584 yards, 13 touchdowns, and 9 interceptions on 60.9% passing while also rushing for 468 yards and 7 touchdowns. Ja’Quinden Jackson also has a team-high 703 yards and 12 touchdowns while Andrew Armstrong leads the Hogs with 69 receptions for 1,012 yards. Isaiah Sategna has 36 grabs for 485 yards, Isaac TeSlaa has 380 yards, and Luke Hasz has 302 receiving yards and 4 touchdowns. Another four Razorbacks have 100+ receiving yards as well on the year. On defense, Xavian Sorey Jr. has a team-high 84 total tackles while TJ Metcalf has a team-high 3 interceptions. Landon Jackson also has a team-high 6.5 sacks on the year. As a unit, Arkansas has combined for 24 sacks and 8 interceptions so far this season.

Why the Arkansas Razorbacks will win

• The road team has won four of Arkansas’ last five games.
• Arkansas has covered the spread in 12 of its last 16 games as an underdog.

Missouri Recap

The Missouri Tigers will try to secure a rivalry win to close out the year after picking up a 39-20 win over Mississippi State to improve to 8-3 on the year.

Mizzou Looking To Run Wild

Brady Cook has thrown for 2,080 yards, 9 touchdowns, and 2 interceptions on 64.3% passing while Drew Pyne has thrown for 391 yards, 3 touchdowns, and 3 interceptions on 59.8% passing. Nate Noel leads the Tigers in rushing with 779 rushing yards along with 3 TDs while Marcus Carroll has 488 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns. Theo Wease Jr. has a team-high 709 receiving yards and 3 touchdowns while Luther Burden III has 60 receptions for 665 yards and 6 touchdowns. On defense, Corey Flagg Jr. has a team-high 70 total tackles while Johnny Walker Jr. has 6.5 sacks. As a team, Missouri’s defense has combined for 24 sacks and 6 interceptions so far this year.

Why the Missouri Tigers will win

• Missouri has won each of its last 14 games against non-AP-ranked teams.
• Arkansas has lost 12 of its last 13 November games against AP-ranked teams.
• Missouri has covered the spread in eight of its last nine games in November.
• Arkansas has failed to cover the spread in five of its last six games in November.

Missouri vs Arkansas Prediction

I’m with Missouri here. Arkansas got that important 6^th win for bowl eligibility last week and I can assure you this game means a ton to Missouri and Eli Drinkwitz, who has stated publicly his hatred for Arkansas. The Tigers have owned this series in recent years and as much as I like the Hogs, they have a tendency to put the ball on the ground and turn it over, and this Missouri defense has a decent turnover margin so far this year. I’ll side with Missouri at home here.

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Maryland +5 -110 / Penn State Minnesota Under 45 -110 / Mississippi State +7.5 -110 // $10 bet pays $59.57

The Maryland Terrapins are going to find success in this game against the Iowa Hawkeyes, and I think they can win this game outright. The Iowa Hawkeyes are down to their fourth-string quarterback, and we are trusting them to lay more than a couple of points? I don’t think so. The Hawkeyes offense is going to struggle to pass, and Maryland is going to end up covering the spread here. 

The Penn State Nittany Lions and Minnesota Golden Gophers are going to be involved in a lower scoring game. The Gophers know to find success in this game they need to control the pace, and that’s exactly what they are going to do here. The Gophers are going to find success running the ball, and it’s going to be about the long drives, and lack of scoring by both teams. Back the under to cash. 

Mississippi State finally has their quarterback in Michael Van Buren Jr, and he is going to find enough success here. I am not sold on this Missouri offense, and they aren’t going to run up the score here. The Tigers’ offense is going to struggle here, and Mississippi State is going to cover the spread here. 

Kansas ML +120 / Cincinnati +8.5 -110 // $10 bet pays $32.00

Give me the Kansas Jayhawks here on the money line. Kansas is finally figuring out, and they are going to ruin the Colorado Buffaloes college football playoff chances here. The Jayhawks defense in the last game gave up only 13 points to BYU, and that is going to be the difference here. Kansas will get another big game from Jalon Daniels and the Jayhawks will pick up their fifth win of the season. 

The Cincinnati Bearcats are going to keep this game close against Kansas State. Kansas State scored only 14 points in the last game against Arizona State, and their lack of scoring will allow Cincinnati to cover the spread. Back Cincinnati against the spread here. 

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