SMU vs Miami Prediction, Bet Builder Tips & Odds | NCAAB, 18 Jan 2025
Under 157.5 Could Be the Way to Wager
There’s every chance that the total won’t be as high as 157.5, so we’re prepared to take the -114 that SMU and Miami go under the line.
SMU Bidding for Another Win
SMU Mustangs won their previous game by a 54-52 scoreline. It was on the road against Virginia Cavaliers.
Miami Hurricanes suffered a defeat in their last game. A 89-54 scoreline occurred on the road against Duke Blue Devils.
| NCAAB | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SMU
|
23-10 | 2641 | 2347 | 294 | 14-5 | 9-5 | 1L |
Miami
|
7-24 | 2294 | 2500 | -206 | 7-10 | 0-14 | 1W |
Expert College Basketball Analysis
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SMU vs Miami Prediction
The Unders looks the way to go for this college matchup. The line looks too high at 157.5 and odds of -114 could favor bettors who go below that total.
The bigger odds can be found if you combine your Under bet on the Totals with other picks in a Bet Builder. This is great way of wagering on multiple outcomes in a single game.
Under 157.5 Probability
The sportsbooks are estimating that there is a 53.2% likelihood of this pick winning. In the opinion of our analysts, there’s actually a probability of success closer to 60%. That means we’re regarding it as a value wager.
Our Pick
Under 157.5 Points @ -114
Player Props
Matt Cross (SMU) can be wagered to score Under 11.5 points at -115. In our opinion, he might fall short when it comes to Player Points as we don’t think he will cover the line.
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Lynn Kidd (Miami) can be backed to record Under 6.5 rebounds at -115. We think there’s a generous line on offer that he fails to cover the Player Rebounds total.
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SMU vs Miami Bet Builder Tips
Get in the game with a same game parlay. Our picks are Under 156.5 on the total, SMU to cover the -5.5 spread and Matt Cross (SMU) to score Under 11.5 points.
The bet builder option allows you to combine different outcomes within the same game. You need all your picks to be correct although bettors love to place a tailored basketball bet on the matchup which interests them most.
Correct Score Prediction
81
-
73
Miami
There are a range of correct score lines to choose from and we’re taking a chance on the Mustangs to record a 81-73 victory. There’s a huge return if we get this right.
SMU vs Miami Odds
The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.
SMU Betting Favorites on the Moneyline
Sportsbooks’ favorites SMU are regarded as likeliest victors for this college game and the -233 about them triumphing means a 70% chance based on their current Moneyline betting odds. Miami are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +190.
The spread is calculated to be 5.5, while total points comes in at 156.5. A Total bet is always available and can often provide value selections. Those expecting a low total can back Under 156.5 at -110.
If you think SMU can reach 20 points first, then odds of -180 are available for the favorites to win. On the flip side, Miami are +130 to reach this total before their opponents.
The good news is that you can access a nice selection of game lines and team props for most college basketball contests. The betting sites have a huge range of pre-game and in-game wagering options.
Betting Lines & Odds
Matthew Cleveland Favorite to Get the Most Buckets
The favorite to hit the most buckets is Matthew Cleveland. Odds of -125 can be found for him scoring Over 15.5 points and there is -103 for him to go Under.
Player Points
Player Assists
Player Rebounds
Last 5 & H2H
SMU
Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
SMU Stats
Miami Stats
Moneyline
- 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games
- 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
Point Spread
- -5.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games
- -5.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 2 of the last 10 games on the road
Point Spread
- +5.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games
- +5.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 home games
Total Points
- Game Totals: An average of 149.20 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 151.30 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 157.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
- Over 157.5 on the Road: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 79.20 pts and allowed 70.00 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 75.00 pts and allowed 76.30 pts in the last 10 games on the road
Total Points
- Game Totals: An average of 149.80 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 155.60 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 157.5: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
- Over 157.5 at Home: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 70.80 pts and allowed 79.00 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 81.20 pts and allowed 74.40 pts in the last 10 home games
NCAAB Table Select Season
| Atlantic Coast | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Duke
|
31-3 | 2812 | 2105 | 707 | 20-2 | 11-1 | 11W |
Clemson
|
27-6 | 2519 | 2167 | 352 | 17-2 | 10-4 | 1L |
Louisville
|
27-7 | 2672 | 2343 | 329 | 16-4 | 11-3 | 1L |
|
SMU
|
23-10 | 2641 | 2347 | 294 | 14-5 | 9-5 | 1L |
Wake Forest
|
21-11 | 2246 | 2177 | 69 | 15-4 | 6-7 | 1L |
North Carolina
|
22-13 | 2828 | 2624 | 204 | 14-5 | 8-8 | 1L |
Stanford
|
20-13 | 2409 | 2329 | 80 | 17-4 | 3-9 | 1L |
Florida State
|
17-15 | 2383 | 2319 | 64 | 12-6 | 5-9 | 1L |
Pittsburgh
|
17-15 | 2428 | 2267 | 161 | 13-4 | 4-11 | 1L |
Georgia Tech
|
17-16 | 2421 | 2390 | 31 | 15-5 | 2-11 | 1L |
Virginia
|
15-17 | 2073 | 2137 | -64 | 10-8 | 5-9 | 2L |
Notre Dame
|
15-18 | 2397 | 2392 | 5 | 12-7 | 3-11 | 1L |
Syracuse
|
14-19 | 2464 | 2566 | -102 | 11-6 | 3-13 | 1L |
California
|
14-19 | 2494 | 2534 | -40 | 11-6 | 3-13 | 1L |
Virginia Tech
|
13-19 | 2213 | 2341 | -128 | 8-12 | 5-7 | 3L |
NC State
|
12-19 | 2155 | 2180 | -25 | 12-7 | 0-12 | 1L |
Boston College
|
12-19 | 2182 | 2349 | -167 | 12-8 | 0-11 | 4L |
|
Miami
|
7-24 | 2294 | 2500 | -206 | 7-10 | 0-14 | 1W |
- Overall = Overall Wins-Losses
- PF = Total Points For
- PA = Total Points Against
- N. Pts = Point Differential
- Home = Home Record
- Away = Away Record
- Strk = Current Streak
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