College Basketball Picks Today: 3 Predictions and Player Props for Monday, Nov. 9

Today’s Best College Basketball Bets in Summary

• Marshall vs. Ohio State Under 161.5 (-105)
• Cincinnati -6.5 (-120)
• North Florida vs. Miami Under 164.5 (-110)

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Monday’s college basketball schedule provides a number of opportunities in the betting market. Two of our favorite angles for tonight involve game totals while a nonconference matchup between Minnesota and Cincinnati offers an interesting spread opportunity.

Let's check out FanDuel Sportsbook's college basketball odds and select some of the best bets for today.

College basketball odds via FanDuel Sportsbook, and they may change throughout the day after this article is published. All stats are from Bart Torvik, KenPom and Sports Reference unless noted otherwise.

Today’s Best College Basketball Predictions, Picks

Marshall vs. Ohio State Under 161.5 (-105)

Marshall vs. Ohio State — 6:00 p.m. ET

The total for Marshall at Ohio State is high enough to make the under appealing, especially given the possibility of a lopsided game.

OSU is just 236th in pace, per KenPom, so they should be able to pump the brakes a bit on a Marshall team that usually plays fast (42nd in pace). Plus, Marshall is just 204th in KenPom offense, so they should find it tough against the Buckeyes’ defense, which sits 45th.

Marshall will need to supply a meaningful share of the scoring for the over to hit; if its offense struggles against the more talented opponent, I like the under’s chances.

Cincinnati -6.5 (-120)

Minnesota vs. Cincinnati — 7:00 p.m. ET

Cincinnati has gotten off to an impressive start under new head coach Jerrod Calhoun, winning its first two games by a combined 43 points.

The Bearcats have been particularly effective defensively, holding American to 53 points and Green Bay to 64 while posting a defensive rating of 83.1 through their first two contests. Cincinnati has also averaged 80.0 points per game offensively, giving it a strong early-season scoring margin.

Minnesota is also 2-0, but the Golden Gophers have played both games at home against North Dakota and St. Thomas, making Monday their first true road test. Cincinnati's defense and home-court advantage should make life difficult for Minnesota, particularly if the Bearcats can establish control early.

With Cincinnati winning its first two games by 26 and 17 points, there's reason to like the Bearcats to cover.

North Florida vs. Miami Under 164.5 (-110)

North Florida vs. Miami — 7:00 p.m. ET

North Florida visits Miami in another game featuring a pronounced gap between the teams. The total of 164.5 requires an especially productive night from both offenses, or an unusually explosive performance from the favorite.

The ‘Canes look like a strong defensive team, slotting in 16th in KenPom D — led by Shelton Henderson, one of the better wing defenders in the country. A North Florida offense ranked 265th figures to have a long night against the Miami defense.

A 36.5-point spread adds some volatility, but a game where backups play late could help keep this game under 164.5 points.

College Basketball Betting FAQ

What is a point spread in college basketball betting?

A point spread gives the favorite a handicap that it must overcome for a bet to win. For example, if a team is listed at -6.5, it needs to win by at least seven points for a spread bet on that team to cash. An underdog listed at +6.5 can lose by six points or fewer, or win the game outright, and still cover the spread.

What does the over/under mean in college basketball?

The over/under is a sportsbook's projected combined score for a game. Bettors can wager on whether the two teams will combine for more points than the total (over) or fewer points than the total (under). For example, a game with a 148.5-point total would need at least 149 combined points for an over bet to win.

What is a moneyline bet in college basketball?

A moneyline bet is a wager on which team will win the game outright, regardless of the final margin. Favorites typically have negative odds, while underdogs have positive odds. Unlike a point-spread bet, a moneyline bettor does not need the favorite to win by a certain number of points.

Is home-court advantage important in college basketball betting?

Yes. Home-court advantage can be particularly meaningful in college basketball because of travel, crowd noise and the familiarity teams have with their home environments. The impact varies considerably by program, though, so bettors should consider the specific teams involved rather than applying the same home-court adjustment to every matchup.

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