College Basketball Picks Today & Free Predictions 2026

Mar 20, 2026; Tampa, FL, USA; Florida Gators mascot Albert reacts in the second half against the Prairie View A&M Panthers during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

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Dec 16, 2025; Evanston, Illinois, USA; Valparaiso Beacons forward Carter Hopoi (13) dunks the ball as Northwestern Wildcats forward Tre Singleton (8) stands nearby during the second half at Welsh-Ryan Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Nikos Lagouretos February 9, 2026

Valparaiso vs Drake Prediction 2/9/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

Valparaiso (12-12) visited Drake (12-13) on Feb 9 at 7:30 PM ET at Knapp Center, where Drake was a 2.5-point home favorite with the total at 143.5. Nikos Lagouretos breaks down the pick.

Mar 23, 2014; San Diego, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Bryce Alford (20) drives against Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks guard Trey Pinkney (10) in the second half of a men's college basketball game during the third round of the 2014 NCAA Tournament at Viejas Arena. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

Hans Geevers February 9, 2026

Texas A&M Commerce vs Stephen F. Austin Prediction 2/9/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

Texas A&M Commerce (10-15) visited Stephen F. Austin (21-3) on Feb 9 at 7:30 PM ET at William R. Johnson Coliseum, where Stephen F. Austin was a 15.5-point home favorite with the total at 141.5. Hans Geevers breaks down the pick.

Dec 29, 2025; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA; Michigan Wolverines forward Yaxel Lendeborg (23) is defended by McNeese Cowboys guard Tyshawn Archie (8) in the first half at Crisler Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Chris Ruffolo February 9, 2026

Houston Christian vs McNeese State Prediction 2/9/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

Houston Christian (8-16) visited McNeese State (19-5) on Feb 9 at 7:30 PM ET at Townsley Law Arena, where McNeese State was an 18.5-point home favorite with the total at 140.5. Chris Ruffolo breaks down the pick.

Andrew Jett February 9, 2026

Prairie View A&M vs Florida A&M Prediction 2/9/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

Prairie View A&M (9-14) visited Florida A&M (8-13) on Feb 9 at 7:00 PM ET at Al Lawson Center, where Florida A&M was a 2.5-point home favorite with the total at 147.5. Andrew Jett breaks down the pick.

Dec 14, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Texas Southern Tigers guard Alex Anderson (0) shoots as Minnesota Golden Gophers forward Bobby Durkin (3) defends during the second half at Williams Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Nikos Lagouretos February 9, 2026

Texas Southern vs Bethune-Cookman Prediction 2/9/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

Texas Southern (7-14) visited Bethune-Cookman (12-11) on Feb 9 at 7:00 PM ET, where Bethune-Cookman was a 7.5-point home favorite with the total at 149.5. Nikos Lagouretos breaks down the pick.

Nov 14, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils guard Cayden Boozer (2) throws a pass in front of Indiana State Sycamores forward Ian Scott (23) and center Markus Harding (11) during the second half at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Kinnan-Imagn Images

Hans Geevers February 9, 2026

Southern Illinois vs Indiana State Prediction 2/9/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

Southern Illinois (10-14) visited Indiana State (10-14) on Feb 9 at 7:00 PM ET at Hulman Center, where Indiana State was a 1.5-point home favorite with the total at 145.5. Hans Geevers breaks down the pick.

Dec 21, 2024; Lubbock, Texas, USA; Lamar Cardinals guard Ja”Sean Jackson (11) brings the ball up court against the Texas Tech Red Raiders in the second half at United Supermarkets Arena. Mandatory Credit: Michael C. Johnson-Imagn Images

Hans Geevers February 9, 2026

Northwestern State vs Lamar Prediction 2/9/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

Northwestern State (6-18) visited Lamar (12-12) on Feb 9 at 7:00 PM ET at Montagne Center, where Lamar was an 8.5-point home favorite with the total at 136.5. Hans Geevers breaks down the pick.

Feb 7, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; NC State Wolfpack guard Quadir Copeland (11) reacts to his announcement during the second half of the game against the Virginia Tech Hokies at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-Imagn Images

David Racey February 9, 2026

NC State vs Louisville Prediction 2/9/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

NC State (18-6) visited Louisville (17-6) on Feb 9 at 7:00 PM ET at KFC Yum! Center, where Louisville was a 6.5-point home favorite with the total at 162.5. David Racey breaks down the pick.

Dec 29, 2025; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Yale Bulldogs forward Nick Townsend (42) dribbles against Alabama Crimson Tide guard Aden Holloway (2) during the second half at Coleman Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: David Leong-Imagn Images

David Racey February 9, 2026

Yale vs Howard Prediction 2/9/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

Yale (17-4) visited Howard (15-9) on Feb 9 at 7:00 PM ET at Burr Gymnasium, where Howard was an 8.5-point home underdog with the total at 147.5. David Racey breaks down the pick.

Indiana's Conor Enright (5) shoots over Incarnate Word's Tahj Staveskie (2) and Davion Bailey (5) during the Indiana versus Incarnate Word men's basketball game at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall on Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025.

Chris Ruffolo February 9, 2026

Incarnate Word vs SE Louisiana Prediction 2/9/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

Incarnate Word (10-14) visited SE Louisiana (7-17) on Feb 9 at 7:00 PM ET at University Center, where SE Louisiana was a 1.5-point home favorite with the total at 138.5. Chris Ruffolo breaks down the pick.

Mar 3, 2022; St. Louis, MO, USA; A detail view of a referees whistle during the second half of a game between the Illinois State Redbirds and the Indiana State Sycamores in the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Andrew Jett February 9, 2026

Jackson State vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Prediction 2/9/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

Jackson State (7-16) visited Arkansas-Pine Bluff (10-13) on Feb 9 at 6:30 PM ET at H.O. Clemmons Arena, where Arkansas-Pine Bluff was a 6.5-point home favorite with the total at 157.5. Andrew Jett breaks down the pick.

Feb 6, 2026; New York, New York, USA; St. John's Red Storm forward Zuby Ejiofor (24) dunks in the second half against the UConn Huskies at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Chris Ruffolo February 9, 2026

Xavier vs St. John’s Prediction 2/9/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

Xavier (12-11) visited St. John’s (18-5) on Feb 9 at 6:30 PM ET at Madison Square Garden, where St. John’s was a 14.5-point home favorite with the total at 162.5. Chris Ruffolo breaks down the pick.

Dec 15, 2024; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Navy Midshipmen center Aidan Kehoe (99) drives to the basket against Virginia Tech Hokies forward Mylyjael Poteat (34) during the second half at Cassell Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images

David Racey February 9, 2026

Navy vs Bucknell Prediction 2/9/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

Navy (19-6) visited Bucknell (8-17) on Feb 9 at 6:00 PM ET at Sojka Pavilion, where Bucknell was a 6.5-point home underdog with the total at 134.5. David Racey breaks down the pick.

Saint Francis guard Skylar Wicks (8) and Florida guard Isaiah Brown (20) dive during the second half of an NCAA mens basketball game at Steven C. O'Connell Center Exactek arena in Gainesville, FL on Wednesday, December 17, 2025. Florida won 76-51[Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun]

Randy Chambers February 9, 2026

St. Francis (PA) vs Chicago State Prediction 2/9/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

St. Francis (PA) (16-18) visited Chicago State (4-20) on Feb 9 at 4:00 PM ET at Jones Convocation Center, where Chicago State was a 2.5-point home favorite with the total at 145.5. Randy Chambers breaks down the pick.

Jan 14, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Rice Owls cheerleaders perform during the second half against the North Texas Mean Green at Tudor Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Hans Geevers February 8, 2026

Rice vs UAB Prediction 2/8/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

Rice (10-13) visited UAB (14-9) on Feb 8 at 3:00 PM ET at Bartow Arena, where UAB was a 0-point home underdog with the total at 0. Hans Geevers breaks down the pick.

Feb 4, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Bennett Stirtz (14) dribbles the ball while guarded by Washington Huskies guard Courtland Muldrew (30) during the second half at Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

David Racey February 8, 2026

Northwestern vs Iowa Prediction 2/8/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

Northwestern (10-13) visited Iowa (17-5) on Feb 8 at 3:00 PM ET at Carver-Hawkeye Arena, where Iowa was a 12.5-point home favorite with the total at 140.5. David Racey breaks down the pick.

Mar 22, 2019; Columbus, OH, USA; Cincinnati Bearcats cheerleader before the game against the Iowa Hawkeyes in the first round of the 2019 NCAA Tournament at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Andrew Jett February 8, 2026

UCF vs Cincinnati Prediction 2/8/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

UCF (17-5) visited Cincinnati (11-12) on Feb 8 at 2:00 PM ET at Fifth Third Arena, where Cincinnati was a 4-point home favorite with the total at 145.5. Andrew Jett breaks down the pick.

Feb 1, 2026; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Tulane Green Wave guard Rowan Brumbaugh (7) makes the winning layup with seconds remaining in the second half against the Memphis Tigers at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Wesley Hale-Imagn Images

David Racey February 8, 2026

Wichita State vs Tulane Prediction 2/8/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

Wichita State (14-9) visited Tulane (13-9) on Feb 8 at 2:00 PM ET at Devlin Fieldhouse, where Tulane was a 3.5-point home underdog with the total at 146.5. David Racey breaks down the pick.

Jan 14, 2025; Wichita, Kansas, USA; Charlotte 49ers forward Giancarlo Rosado (1) brings the ball up court during the first half against the Wichita State Shockers at Charles Koch Arena. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

Nikos Lagouretos February 8, 2026

Charlotte vs Memphis Prediction 2/8/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

Charlotte (13-10) visited Memphis (11-11) on Feb 8 at 2:00 PM ET at FedExForum, where Memphis was an 8.5-point home favorite with the total at 145.5. Nikos Lagouretos breaks down the pick.

Feb 5, 2026; College Park, Maryland, USA; Maryland Terrapins forward Elijah Saunders (13) reacts after making a three point basket against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Xfinity Center. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

Nikos Lagouretos February 8, 2026

Maryland vs Minnesota Prediction 2/8/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

Maryland (8-14) visited Minnesota (11-12) on Feb 8 at 2:00 PM ET at Williams Arena, where Minnesota was an 8.5-point home favorite with the total at 139. Nikos Lagouretos breaks down the pick.

Mar 16, 2016; Dayton, OH, USA; Michigan Wolverines cheerleader performs during the first half against the Tulsa Golden Hurricane in the First Four of the NCAA men's college basketball tournament at Dayton Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Andrew Jett February 8, 2026

Michigan vs Ohio State Prediction 2/8/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

Michigan (21-1) visited Ohio State (15-7) on Feb 8 at 1:00 PM ET at Value City Arena, where Ohio State was a 9-point home underdog with the total at 159.5. Andrew Jett breaks down the pick.

Feb 5, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers guard Honor Huff (3) drives to the basket against Cincinnati Bearcats guard Sencire Harris (5) in the second half at Fifth Third Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

Randy Chambers February 8, 2026

Texas Tech vs West Virginia Prediction 2/8/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

Texas Tech (16-6) visited West Virginia (15-8) on Feb 8 at 1:00 PM ET at WVU Coliseum, where West Virginia was a 5.5-point home underdog with the total at 136.5. Randy Chambers breaks down the pick.

Mar 29, 2019; Washington, DC, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies guard Isaiah Wilkins (1) shoots the ball against Duke Blue Devils guard Alex O'Connell (15) during the second half in the semifinals of the east regional of the 2019 NCAA Tournament at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Randy Chambers February 8, 2026

UNC Greensboro vs Furman Prediction 2/8/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

UNC Greensboro (9-15) visited Furman (16-8) on Feb 8 at 1:00 PM ET at Timmons Arena, where Furman was a 12.5-point home favorite with the total at 150.5. Randy Chambers breaks down the pick.

Florida Gators guard Alijah Martin (15) drives to the basket during the second half of an NCAA men’s basketball matchup Monday, Nov. 4, 2024 at VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville, Fla. Florida defeated South Florida 98-83. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]

Hans Geevers February 8, 2026

Tulsa vs South Florida Prediction 2/8/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

Tulsa (20-3) visited South Florida (15-8) on Feb 8 at 12:00 PM ET at Yuengling Center, where South Florida was a 0-point home underdog with the total at 0. Hans Geevers breaks down the pick.

Feb 5, 2026; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions guard Freddie Dilione V (5) dribbles against Michigan Wolverines forward Will Tschetter (42) in the second half at Crisler Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Randy Chambers February 8, 2026

USC vs Penn State Prediction 2/8/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

USC (17-6) visited Penn State (10-13) on Feb 8 at 12:00 PM ET at Bryce Jordan Center, where Penn State was a 3.5-point home underdog with the total at 155.5. Randy Chambers breaks down the pick.

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