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Kansas vs. Baylor: College Basketball Best Bets, Picks & Predictions (Monday)

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As we are deep in the college basketball season, now is the time to use the plethora of data to get going on winning some money. It is a solid Monday slate but remember not to force any bets you don’t love. There is still plenty of season left.

Pick Record

  • Last Week: 16-16-1
  • Season ATS: 44-42-3

Here are my best bets for today’s men’s college basketball slate. 

And check out our other top picks for Monday:

All odds via DraftKings Sportsbook.

Today’s Best NCAA Basketball Picks: Kansas vs. Baylor

Kansas vs. Baylor

In a big Monday night matchup between the Big 12 heavyweights, Kansas is looking to stop a two-game skid while Baylor is hoping to extend their four-game winning streak and solidify their steak as one of the championship favorites. 

The two worse games for Kansas’ turnover percentage feature two of their three losses. They must take care of the ball better if they expect to go into Waco and come out victorious. Baylor is a solid defensive team, but Kansas State and TCU both force turnovers at a higher clip than Baylor. I imagine Bill Self will know how to adjust.

The Bears’ losses have come when they are lazy at defending the three-point line, ranking 146th in the nation. The Jayhawks shooters in Gradey Dick and Dajuan Harris can heat up anytime. With Baylor’s slower pace, Kansas can keep their starters on the court for longer, which benefits Bill Self and Co., who plays his reserves at the 344th lowest rate in the nation.

Simply put, I can’t imagine Kansas losing three straight. This game should come down to the wire, and there is no team I trust late more than Kansas.  

Play: Kansas +2.5

Other Plays

  • Detroit Mercy -5.5
  • Pennsylvania -14.0
  • Morgan State +3.5
  • Alcorn State -10.5
  • Alabama State +3.0

Be sure to follow me @rcoleman98 on the BettingPros app as I post all my selections that may not make it in these articles. Remember to monitor injury news because if you can beat the curve, there is plenty of value on any game day.

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