2013 College Basketball Memphis vs. Xavier Picks & Predictions
By Anthony Rome
CINCINNATI, OH (The Spread) – Will Xavier end Memphis' 18-game winning streak when the programs clash tonight at 7:00PM ET tonight?
ODDS: Oddsmakers from online sports book Bovada.lv have installed Memphis as a 4.5-point favorite over Xavier for tonight’s game, while the over/under total is currently sitting at 133 points. The Tigers enter play with a 24-3 overall record while the Musketeers are 15-11.
LINE MOVEMENT: The Tigers opened as 3.5-point favorites but the spread has been bet up to 4.5 at most sports books. As for the total, it opened at 133 and that's where it currently sits at most books.
PUBLIC BETTING: Of the wagers placed on tonight’s game, 62% of college basketball public bettors currently favor the Tigers. This information is subject to change, however, so make sure you click on the link provided for the most up-to-date public betting numbers.
NCAA FREE PICK: Take Xavier. According to latest college basketball trends, the Mountaineers' 11 losses have been by seven points or fewer, including six defeats by four points or less. Xavier is playing better than its record would indicate and is currently suffering some growing pains while dealing with five new starters. They're 5-1 against the spread in their last six home games, 5-2 ATS in their last seven games overall and are a perfect 6-0 ATS in their last six games versus the Conference USA. Meanwhile, the Tigers are 0-6 against the number in their last six games versus the Atlantic-10 and 16-35-1 ATS in their last 52 non-conference games. Given the Mountaineers' record and the fact that this is a non-conference matchup, this would appear to be the perfect spot to bet against the streaking Tigers and take the points with the underdog.
NCAA COLLEGE BASKETBALL FREE PICK: XAVIER MOUNTAINEERS +4.5