Game Preview Northern Kentucky Norse @ Charleston Cougars The Northern Kentucky Norse visit the Charleston Cougars for a non-conference showdown that pits Horizon League grit against CAA pace and spacing. Charleston enters as the more explosive team on paper, but Northern Kentucky thrives in controlled, defensive games that wear opponents down. Charleston is off to a 6-3 start and remains

Game Preview Radford Highlanders @ VMI Keydets The Radford Highlanders head to Lexington to take on the VMI Keydets in a non-conference tilt between two teams at different stages of development. Radford brings experience and a structured half-court approach, while VMI continues to rebuild behind a young core and up-tempo style. Radford sits at 6-4 and has leaned on defense

Game Preview Bradley Braves @ Southern Illinois Salukis The Bradley Braves travel to Carbondale for a Missouri Valley Conference battle against the Southern Illinois Salukis. This rivalry matchup often brings tight finishes and physical play, and this year’s edition is shaping up to follow suit. Bradley enters at 8-3 with one of the top scoring defenses in the conference. Southern

Game Preview Valparaiso Beacons @ Murray State Racers The Valparaiso Beacons visit the Murray State Racers in Missouri Valley Conference play as both teams aim to break early-season inconsistency. Valpo enters the game with a 4-7 record and major scoring struggles, while Murray State, sitting at 6-4, looks to build on strong home-court play. Murray State brings tempo and athleticism,

Connecticut Huskies vs DePaul Blue Demons Betting Preview The Connecticut Huskies enter 11-1 and ranked No. 5 nationally, while the DePaul Blue Demons aim to defend their home court after a strong start. Bettors will weigh UConn’s dominance against DePaul’s resilience in this Big East matchup at Wintrust Arena. Line Movement and Odds UConn opened as a double-digit favorite, with

Wake Forest Demon Deacons vs Vanderbilt Commodores Betting Preview The Wake Forest Demon Deacons enter 9-3 and look to secure a signature non-conference win, while the Vanderbilt Commodores aim to remain undefeated at 11-0. Bettors will weigh Vanderbilt’s offensive firepower against Wake Forest’s home-court edge in this matchup at Lawrence Joel Coliseum. Line Movement and Odds Vanderbilt opened as a

Alabama Crimson Tide vs Kennesaw State Owls Betting Preview The Alabama Crimson Tide enter 8-3 and ranked No. 16 nationally, while the Kennesaw State Owls aim to prove their offensive firepower in this neutral-site matchup at the Von Braun Center in Huntsville. Line Movement and Odds Alabama opened as a heavy favorite, with the line reflecting confidence in their scoring

Tennessee Volunteers vs Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs Betting Preview The Tennessee Volunteers enter 8-3 and ranked No. 20 nationally, while the Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs aim to stay competitive despite early-season struggles. Bettors will weigh Tennessee’s defensive dominance against Gardner-Webb’s scoring potential in this non-conference matchup at Thompson-Boling Arena. Line Movement and Odds Tennessee opened as a massive favorite, with the line

Michigan Wolverines vs La Salle Explorers Betting Preview The Michigan Wolverines enter 10-0 and ranked No. 2 nationally, while the La Salle Explorers aim to stay competitive despite early-season struggles. Bettors will weigh Michigan’s offensive dominance against La Salle’s rebounding in this non-conference matchup at Crisler Center. Line Movement and Odds Michigan opened as a massive favorite, with the line