Number 1 Kansas heads to Columbia to face unranked Missouri on Sunday. The game is at 1:00 PM ET on ESPN2. Can Kansas cover the 6.5-point spread as road favorites? Keep reading for our Kansas vs. Missouri prediction.
The Kansas Jayhawks are 7-1 straight up in the regular season this year. They are 4-4 ATS this season.
The Missouri Tigers are 7-1 straight up in the regular season this year. They are 3-5 ATS this season.
Kansas vs. Missouri Matchup & Betting Odds
759 Kansas Jayhawks (-6.5) at 760 Missouri Tigers (+6.5); o/u 154.5
1:00 p.m. ET, Sunday, December 8, 2024
Mizzou Arena, Columbia, MO
TV: ESPN2
Kansas vs. Missouri Public Betting Information
Our CBB Public Betting Information page indicates that 54% of public bettors are currently backing Missouri when it comes to the spread. This information is subject to change throughout the day, however, so be sure to check the link so you’re receiving the most up-to-date public betting data.
Kansas Jayhawks Game Notes
Jayhawks guard Dajuan Harris Jr. had a nice game in his team’s 76-63 loss to Creighton on Wednesday night. The Columbia, MO native racked up 15 points, 2 rebounds, 5 assists, 2 steals, and 3 made three-pointers. The 6’2” senior is third on the team in scoring with 10.4 points per game this year.
Kansas guard Zeke Mayo was solid in his team’s game on Wednesday. The South Dakota State transfer put up 12 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists, and a steal. Mayo shot 5 of 13 from the field and 2 of 4 from long range in the loss.
Missouri Tigers Game Notes
Tigers guard Anthony Robinson II had a monster game in his team’s 98-93 win over Cal on Tuesday night. The sophomore from Tallahassee, FL recorded 29 points, 1 rebound, 6 assists, and 2 steals. He shot 8 of 11 from the floor and 13 of 15 from the foul line in the victory.
Mizzou guard Mark Mitchell was terrific against the Golden Bears on Wednesday. The Duke transfer logged 21 points, 5 rebounds, a steal, and a made three-pointer. Mitchell is second on the team in scoring with 12.3 points per game this season.
Kansas vs. Missouri CBB Betting Trends
Kansas is 4-6 ATS in their last 10 games overall.
The Jayhawks are 2-5 ATS as a road favorite since the start of last season.
Missouri is 3-2 ATS in their last 5 games overall.
Missouri is 6-2 ATS with the rest advantage since the start of last season.
Kansas vs. Missouri CBB Prediction:
I like this spot for Missouri. The Tigers get their rival, the Jayhawks, at home for this contest. Additionally, this will be Kansas’ second road game this week. The Jayhawks lost at Creighton in Omaha, 76-63 on Wednesday night. Rest could play a factor in this game. Kansas is 4-5-1 ATS with the rest disadvantage since the start of last season. What’s more, the Jayhawks are 9-13-1 ATS in non-conference games since the beginning of last year. This will be the Tigers’ best opponent they’ve played all season, but they’re hot right now. Missouri has won 7 straight games outright and should be able to keep this rivalry contest competitive throughout. I’m taking the Tigers and the points at home on Sunday afternoon.