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Saint Louis vs. Michigan Predictions: Best Bets, Odds and Player Props for March Madness
The Best Bets & Player Props for Saint Louis vs Michigan College Basketball

Saint Louis vs. Michigan Predictions: Best Bets, Odds and Player Props for March Madness
Saint Louis vs Michigan College Basketball Best Bets and Player Props
The NCAA Tournament continues with a high-scoring matchup between Saint Louis (9) and Michigan (1), and this game presents one of the most interesting betting profiles on the board.
With a high total (161.5) and a double-digit spread, there are clear angles across both game lines and player props.
Let’s break down the best bets and top player props for Saint Louis vs. Michigan.
Saint Louis vs. Michigan Odds
Spread: Michigan -12.5 (-110)
Moneyline: Saint Louis +660 / Michigan -1050
Total: 161.5 (-110)
Betting Preview
Michigan enters as a top seed with a clear talent advantage, but Saint Louis brings one of the more dynamic offenses in the tournament.
This game likely comes down to:
Michigan’s ability to control tempo
Saint Louis’ ability to score enough to stay within range
The total sitting above 160 signals a fast-paced, offense-driven matchup.
Best Bet #1: Saint Louis +12.5 (-110)
This is a strong underdog spot despite the seeding gap.
Why Saint Louis can cover:
High-scoring offense capable of keeping pace
Underdog game script → consistent scoring aggression
Large spreads in high-total games increase variance
Even if Michigan controls the game, Saint Louis has enough offensive firepower to stay within striking distance.
Best Bet: Saint Louis +12.5 (-110)
Best Bet #2: Over 161.5 (-110)
This total is high — but justified.
Why the over makes sense:
Both teams capable of scoring efficiently
Saint Louis plays with pace and doesn’t slow down as an underdog
Michigan’s offense should generate consistent points
If Saint Louis contributes offensively, this game can push into the 160s or higher.
Best Bet: Over 161.5 (-110)
Best Player Props
Robbie Avila (Saint Louis) — Over Points
Role: Starting center, primary offensive option (Rotowire confirmed)
Why this works:
Offensive focal point for Saint Louis
High usage regardless of matchup
Underdog game script → increased shot volume
Avila should see consistent touches both in the post and pick-and-roll sets.
Best Bet: Avila Over Points
Trey Green (Saint Louis) — Over Points
Role: Starting point guard (Rotowire confirmed)
Why this works:
Primary ball-handler
High total (161.5) → more scoring opportunities
Saint Louis offense flows through guard play
If Saint Louis scores at expected levels, Green should be involved in most of it.
Best Bet: Green Over Points
Aday Mara (Michigan) — Over Rebounds
Role: Starting center (Rotowire confirmed)
Why this works:
Size advantage inside
Saint Louis’ pace → more shot attempts → more rebound chances
Michigan likely controls the glass
Even in a potential blowout, rebounds tend to accumulate early.
Best Bet: Mara Over Rebounds
Same Game Parlay Idea
Saint Louis +12.5 (-110)
Over 161.5 (-110)
Robbie Avila Over Points
This parlay aligns with a high-scoring, competitive game script.
Final Thoughts
This matchup is one of the more appealing games on the slate for both game bets and player props.
The key angles:
High total = opportunity for scoring props
Large spread = value on underdog
Defined roles = strong prop reliability
Best Bets Recap
Saint Louis +12.5 (-110)
Over 161.5 (-110)
Best Player Props Recap
Robbie Avila Over Points
Trey Green Over Points
Aday Mara Over Rebounds
The above author is a FanDuel employee and is not eligible to compete in public daily fantasy contests or place sports betting wagers on FanDuel

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