Free College Basketball Picks For Today, Wednesday 3/5/2025

We have a lot of interesting games on the CBB schedule today, so make sure not to miss out on the College Basketball Picks for Wednesday 3/5/2025.

Maryland vs Michigan Prediction 3/5/25 College Basketball Picks

Maryland at Michigan at 6:30 PM ET

The Maryland Terrapins enter this matchup aiming to build on their recent victory of 68-64 against Penn State, bringing their season record to 22-7. Derik Queen is the leading scorer for the Terrapins, averaging 15.9 PPG and 9 RPG. Ja’Kobi Gillespie follows closely with an average of 15.1 PPG and a team-high of 4.8 APG. Additionally, Rodney Rice contributes 13.7 PPG, while Selton Miguel adds 11.9 PPG. Julian Reese also plays a significant role, averaging 13.3 PPG and leading the team with 9.4 RPG, rounding out the group of Maryland players who have achieved double-digit scoring this season.

The Michigan Wolverines approach this game with the intent to rebound from a 93-73 loss to Illinois in their last outing, resulting in a season record of 22-7. Vladislav Goldin stands out as the leading scorer for the Wolverines, averaging 16.1 PPG and 6.4 RPG. Danny Wolf supports the team with 12.4 PPG and a team-high 9.7 RPG, along with 3.7 APG. Tre Donaldson contributes 11.9 PPG, 3.6 RPG, and leads the team with 3.9 APG. Additionally, Roddy Gayle Jr. and Nimari Burnett provide further scoring depth, with 10.2 PPG and 3.8 RPG, and 10.1 PPG and 3.4 RPG, respectively, rounding out the group of players averaging double-digit points this season.

The Pick:

It is logical to view Michigan as the home favorite; however, the Wolverines have not been able to achieve victories by comfortable margins for quite some time. This pattern of close games has resulted in a few losses, which raises concerns about the potential for a repeat performance. Despite Michigan’s advantage of having two prominent 7-foot players, Maryland’s size enables them to compete effectively. As such, I will support Maryland to cover this matchup.

Florida vs Alabama Prediction 3/5/25 College Basketball Picks

Florida at Alabama at 7 PM ET

The Florida Gators have achieved a record of 25 wins and 4 losses this season, following their recent victory over Texas A&M, which concluded with a score of 89-70. Will Richard was the standout player for Florida, contributing 25 points and securing six rebounds, while Thomas Haugh supported the team with 17 points and three rebounds.

The Alabama Crimson Tide’s season record stands at 23-6 after their recent loss to Tennessee, which concluded with a score of 79-76. In this game, Mark Sears led the team with an impressive 24 points and four assists, while Labaron Philon added 13 points along with four assists.

The Pick:

The Crimson Tide have experienced defeats in three of their last five contests, with two of those losses occurring away from home and the other against Auburn in their own stadium. Alabama currently holds the title of the highest-scoring team in the nation; however, their defensive capabilities are notably lacking. Florida, after suffering a loss in their most recent away game against Georgia, rebounded impressively with a strong showing against Texas A&M. This matchup promises to be highly entertaining, featuring two teams proficient in scoring, although Florida has faced challenges in their previous two away games. Back Alabama in this encounter.

Clemson vs Boston College Prediction 3/5/25 College Basketball Picks

Clemson at Boston College at 7 PM ET

The Clemson Tigers are set to compete in this game with the goal of enhancing their record following a 71-58 triumph over Virginia, which has brought their overall season tally to 24-5. Chase Hunter is at the forefront of the scoring for Clemson, averaging 16.3 points per game, along with 2.9 rebounds and 2.6 assists. Viktor Lakhin adds 11.5 points and 6.1 rebounds to the team’s efforts. Ian Schieffelin is also a key player, averaging 13.1 points, leading the team with 9.6 rebounds, and contributing 2.9 assists, thus establishing himself as the top rebounder. Additionally, Jaeden Zackary scores 11 points per game and leads in assists with 3.3, completing the roster of double-digit scorers for Clemson this season.

The Boston College Eagles enter this matchup seeking to recover from their recent defeat, having lost 82-71 to Cal in their previous game, which brings their season record to 12-17. Donald Hand Jr. is the team’s leading scorer and rebounder, averaging 16.3 points and 6.2 rebounds per game, while Chad Venning contributes with 12.5 points and 4.1 rebounds per game, forming a duo of double-digit scorers for the Eagles this season.

The Pick:

I perceive Boston College as possibly the weakest team in the ACC this season, which is significant given the overall decline of the conference. I believe Clemson aims to enhance their NCAA tournament credentials by securing another road victory with a notable margin. I back Clemson in this matchup, even with a substantial point spread.

Colorado vs Texas Tech Prediction 3/5/25 College Basketball Picks

Colorado at Texas Tech at 8 PM ET

This season, the Colorado Buffaloes have recorded 11 wins and 18 losses, placing them in 16th position within the Big 12 standings. Their most recent game resulted in a 56-65 loss to Kansas State. The Buffaloes’ performance against the spread is 12-17, while their over/under record is 12-16-1. They have struggled on the road, currently holding a 0-9 record. Julian Hammond leads the team in scoring, averaging 12.4 points per game, along with a team-high of 3 assists. Furthermore, Andrej Jakimovski contributes 10 points and 4.6 rebounds per game.

The Texas Tech Red Raiders currently hold a record of 22 wins and 7 losses this season, placing them in second position within the Big 10 Conference. The Bulldogs recently achieved a victory against Kansas, finishing the game with a score of 78-72. In terms of betting performance, the Red Raiders have a record of 16 wins and 13 losses against the spread, along with a 15-13-1 record in over/under bets, and they boast an impressive home record of 14 wins and 3 losses. Leading the scoring for Texas Tech is JT Toppin, who averages 17.3 points per game and also contributes a team-high of 9 rebounds. Darrion Williams supports the team with an average of 14.9 points and 5.3 rebounds per game.

The Pick:

In their seven matchups, Texas Tech has a record of 5-2 against Colorado; nonetheless, Colorado has shown resilience against the spread, recording a 3-1 mark in their last four meetings. The under has prevailed in three of these encounters, and during their last meeting in 2011, Colorado triumphed with a score of 71-68 on the road, successfully covering the spread while the game remained under the total points. Both teams have been in good form recently, with the Raiders achieving a 7-3 record over their last ten games, and the Buffaloes going 5-2 against the spread in their last seven. Furthermore, both teams have engaged in a number of lower-scoring games, reflected in their combined 11-4 record to the under in their last 15 games. Thus, another low-scoring game is expected. It is recommended to bet on the Under.

Missouri vs Oklahoma Prediction 3/5/25 College Basketball Picks

Missouri at Oklahoma at 8 PM ET

After experiencing back-to-back losses against Tennessee and Texas A&M, the Missouri Tigers bounced back with three consecutive victories. They achieved wins against Oklahoma, Georgia, and the No. 4 ranked Alabama, but faced setbacks in two of their next three contests, including a recent overtime defeat to Vanderbilt. Presently, Missouri is positioned 5th in the SEC standings, six games ahead of Oklahoma and 4.5 games behind the top team, Auburn. The Tigers are scoring an average of 84.6 points per game, which ranks them 8th, while they are conceding an average of 71.8 points per game, placing them at 183rd.

The Oklahoma Sooners have continued their recent struggles into March, mirroring their performance from February. They are currently facing their most challenging period of the season, having lost seven of their last eight games, with only two victories in February. Although they managed to halt a five-game losing streak with a win over Mississippi State, they subsequently returned to their losing ways against Kentucky and Ole Miss. At present, Oklahoma sits in 14th place in the SEC standings, maintaining a 2.5-game advantage over the bottom-ranked South Carolina. The team averages 78.1 points per game (81st) while allowing 74.3 points per game (257th).

The Pick:

Missouri is striving to maintain its 5th place standing in the conference championship, with the potential to advance to 4th position if they secure victories in their final two games. In contrast, Oklahoma appears to lack significant motivation, as they are likely to remain in 14th place. Their recent performance has been concerning, with seven losses in their last eight games, including three defeats in four home matches. In their initial head-to-head encounter this season, Missouri convincingly defeated Oklahoma with a score of 82-58. Furthermore, Oklahoma has only managed to cover the spread in 14 of their last 32 contests. Therefore, I am inclined to predict a victory for Missouri, along with a successful spread cover.

Wisconsin vs Minnesota Prediction 3/5/25 College Basketball Picks

Wisconsin at Minnesota at 8:30 PM ET

The Wisconsin Badgers have recently enjoyed a commendable series of five straight victories, with three of those wins occurring on the road. However, they encountered difficulties, losing two of their subsequent three games. The overtime loss at home to Oregon was particularly disheartening, although they did manage to secure a decisive win against Washington afterward. Regrettably, they were defeated by Michigan State in their most recent match. Presently, Wisconsin holds the 5th position in the Big Ten standings, tied with Maryland in terms of record, five wins ahead of Minnesota, and three games behind the conference leaders, Michigan State. The Badgers are averaging 81.2 points per game (29th) while allowing 70.6 points per game (137th). They rank 148th in rebounds with an average of 36.2 and 122nd in assists, averaging 14.7.

The Minnesota Golden Gophers are presently showing a mixed level of performance. They have won five out of their last ten games but have encountered losses in two of their last three matches. Notably, the Golden Gophers have been more successful in away games, having won their last four on the road, while they are on a four-game losing streak at home in Minneapolis. After defeats to Penn State and Northwestern, Minnesota secured a win against Nebraska. They currently hold the 11th position in the Big Ten standings, sitting eight games behind the leaders, Michigan State. The team averages 68.3 points per game, ranking 345th, and allows 69.3 points per game, which places them 99th.

The Pick:

The Badgers have triumphed in nine of the last ten head-to-head matchups, securing victory in each of the most recent eight encounters. In their initial meeting of the season, Wisconsin faced no difficulties, achieving a decisive 80-59 win over Minnesota. The Golden Gophers are currently struggling at home, having experienced four consecutive losses, and it is anticipated that they will suffer a fifth defeat on Wednesday. Wisconsin has emerged victorious in three of their last four away games. Furthermore, Minnesota has only managed to cover the spread in 11 of their last 34 contests, whereas Wisconsin has successfully covered the spread in 23 of their last 36 games. Back Wisconsin to cover the spread.

Marquette vs UConn Prediction 3/5/25 College Basketball Picks

Marquette at UConn at 8:30 PM ET

The Marquette Golden Eagles enter this matchup seeking to rebound from their recent 76-61 defeat against Georgetown, aiming to enhance their record to 22-7 for the season. Kam Jones stands out as the team’s leading scorer and playmaker, averaging 18.4 points per game and 6.2 assists per game, along with 4.3 rebounds per game. David Joplin contributes significantly with 13.4 points and 5.3 rebounds per game, making him a key player on the boards. Additionally, Chase Ross adds 10.8 points, 4 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game, while Stevie Mitchell rounds out the group of double-digit scorers with an average of 11.1 points and 4.1 rebounds per game.

The UConn Huskies approach this contest with the intention of extending their recent success, having achieved a 75-63 victory over Providence, which positions them at 20-9 for the season. Liam McNeeley has been instrumental, averaging 15.3 points and 6.3 rebounds per game, along with 2.5 assists in 21 games played this season. Solo Ball has also made a notable impact, contributing 14.9 points and 3.6 rebounds per game. Furthermore, Alex Karaban has recorded 14.3 points, 5 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game, while Tarris Reed Jr. adds 10.2 points and leads the team in rebounding with 7.4 rebounds per game, ensuring a strong offensive presence for UConn.

The Pick:

While UConn has managed to overcome some of its leading rivals, I am skeptical about Marquette’s capacity to replicate this success, even in an away setting. Therefore, I would back UConn to cover the spread in this matchup.

Tennessee vs Ole Miss Prediction 3/5/25 College Basketball Picks

Tennessee at Ole Miss at 9 PM ET

The Tennessee Volunteers are enjoying a favorable stretch of performances at this time. They have triumphed in seven out of their last eight contests, and if not for a setback against Kentucky, they would currently be on an eight-game winning streak. Prior to the loss to Kentucky, the Volunteers had achieved three consecutive victories, but they quickly bounced back with four straight wins, including notable victories against two top-10 teams, Texas A&M and Alabama. As it stands, Tennessee ranks 4th in the SEC standings, holding a two-game advantage over Ole Miss and trailing the conference leaders, Auburn, by 3.5 games. The team averages 74.5 points per game (177th) and concedes 61.3 points per game (7th). Furthermore, the Volunteers record 37.6 rebounds per game (82nd) and distribute 15.4 assists per game (80th).

The Ole Miss Rebels were on the brink of a fourth consecutive defeat but managed to secure a narrow victory against Oklahoma. This win came after previous losses to Mississippi State, Vanderbilt, and Auburn, marking the second occurrence this season of a three-game losing streak for the Rebels. Currently, Ole Miss is positioned 7th in the SEC standings, trailing the top-ranked Auburn by 5.5 games. The team averages 77.9 points per game, ranking 85th, while they allow 71.0 points per game, which places them at 155th.

The Pick:

The Vols have emerged victorious in nine of their last ten encounters against Ole Miss, winning each of the last four. Tennessee has outperformed Ole Miss in three of the last four meetings held at their venue, which leads me to anticipate another win for the visitors on Wednesday. The Volunteers are currently in better form and are vying for a top-four finish in the conference standings. Conversely, Ole Miss has only covered the spread in 13 out of their last 32 games and has a dismal record of 1-8-1 against the spread in their last ten outings. I am confident in Tennessee’s ability to win and cover this modest spread.

California vs Louisville Prediction 3/5/25 College Basketball Picks

California at Louisville at 9 PM ET

The California Golden Bears faced their most difficult stretch of the season, enduring five straight losses. They broke this losing streak with a win over Boston College, yet they have still lost seven out of their last nine games. Presently, California is positioned 13th in the ACC Standings, tied with Notre Dame in terms of record and sitting ten games behind Louisville. The team scores an average of 74.5 points per game, which ranks them 173rd, while they allow an average of 75.4 points per game, ranking 285th.

The Louisville Cardinals have recently been showcasing outstanding basketball skills. Following the end of their 10-game winning streak due to a loss against Georgia Tech, they have successfully initiated a new seven-game winning streak. This includes four victories achieved on the road against Boston College, NC State, Notre Dame, and Virginia Tech, with their latest win coming against Pittsburgh. As the regular season nears its conclusion, Louisville is scheduled to play two home games. They currently stand 3rd in the ACC standings, sharing an identical record with Clemson and trailing the leaders, Duke, by 1.5 games. The team averages 79.5 points per game, ranking 56th, while they permit 69.2 points per game, which places them 94th.

The Pick:

California has experienced a downturn, losing seven out of their last ten matches, whereas Louisville has been on a remarkable run, winning nine of their last ten contests. The Cardinals boast a home record of 12-3, in stark contrast to the Golden Bears’ 2-9 record on the road, which includes four consecutive losses away from home. Conversely, Louisville has achieved nine consecutive home victories, and I anticipate they will secure another win on Wednesday. As Louisville vies for the No. 2 seed ahead of the conference championship, I am confident in their ability to deliver a decisive victory.

 

Oliver Zivic's Pick: Tennessee -2.5