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Sun Devils vs Wildcats Picks and Predictions – Wednesday January 14, 2026
Arizona State and Arizona meet for a late Big 12 rivalry game on Wednesday night at the McKale Center in Tucson, with tip set for 10:30 PM ET on FS1. Arizona is unbeaten at 16-0 and has been running teams out of the gym at home. Arizona State comes in 10-6 with enough offense to make this uncomfortable if the pace gets loose.
The market is basically pricing this as an Arizona blowout. The Wildcats are laying 21.5 with a massive moneyline, while Arizona State is catching +21.5 with a long-shot price to win outright. The total is 169.5, which is telling you the book expects possessions, transition, and a game that can get away from a defense fast if the threes start falling.
Arizona State Sun Devils vs Arizona Wildcats Odds
These are the current betting lines, and bettors should monitor the updated college basketball odds for any late movement on the spread or total.
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona State | +1537 | +21.5 (-111) | 169.5 |
| Arizona | -4813 | -21.5 (-113) | 169.5 |
Arizona State Sun Devils Betting Form
Arizona State is coming off an 87-84 win over Kansas State, and that result fits what makes them playable as a big underdog. They can score, they can turn games into a sprint, and they’re willing to attack the rim to generate free throws. That style creates variance, and variance is what you need when you’re catching 21.5.
From a betting standpoint, the biggest issue is defense and rebounding when the opponent plays fast. If Arizona State isn’t finishing possessions, the spread becomes hard to protect because you’re giving a high-efficiency team extra shots. The Sun Devils need a clean offensive night, but they also need to limit the “avalanche” possessions that come from live-ball turnovers and second-chance points.
For recent results and team splits, check Arizona State stats and results.
Arizona Wildcats Betting Form
Arizona has been a freight train, and the 86-73 win over TCU is another example of how they cover spreads: elite efficiency, consistent scoring pressure, and rebounding that turns close stretches into double-digit leads quickly. They don’t need a perfect three-point night to separate because they can win the paint and still punish you in transition.
Laying 21.5 is always about game script. Arizona can be up 18 and still feel like it’s controlling everything, but that does not cash a ticket unless the intensity holds late or the opponent can’t score in the final six minutes. The reason Arizona is priced this high is that they can build margin in multiple ways: pace, shot quality, and dominating the glass. If they show up with edge in a rivalry spot, the number is reachable.
For the Wildcats’ home results and game logs, use Arizona schedule and stats.
Arizona State Sun Devils vs Arizona Wildcats Matchup Breakdown
The handicap starts with tempo. Arizona doesn’t mind playing fast, and Arizona State actually needs it to be fast to have a realistic cover path. If the game turns into a track meet, the underdog can at least trade points and keep the spread alive. If Arizona controls possessions and forces Arizona State into half-court shots late in the clock, the game can get ugly quickly.
Rebounding and turnovers are the swing stats. Arizona’s ability to end possessions and create extra ones is exactly how favorites clear huge spreads. Arizona State needs to protect the ball and make Arizona work in the half court. If the Sun Devils are giving up runouts and putbacks, the 21.5 can disappear before halftime.
The total at 169.5 is high, but not crazy if Arizona gets to its number and Arizona State contributes enough to keep the pace elevated. The biggest risk to an over is a blowout that kills competitive possessions late, especially if Arizona State’s offense stalls and Arizona walks it up. If you want a process-oriented way to think about pace, efficiency, and late-game variance in spots like this, the expert betting guide is a good reference point.
Arizona State Sun Devils vs Arizona Wildcats Predictions and Best Bets
My lean is Arizona State +21.5. I’m not betting on the upset. I’m betting that rivalry pace and Arizona State’s ability to score keeps this from becoming a full 40-minute squeeze. The number is massive, and a few made threes plus decent free-throw volume can carry an underdog to a cover even in a game it never truly threatens to win.
On the total, I lean over 169.5, but it’s a thinner edge than the spread. Arizona can push this toward the 90s, and Arizona State has enough offense to get you into the 70s if it avoids long droughts. The danger is that Arizona blows it open early and the second half turns into lower-intensity possessions. If you’re playing the over, you’re basically betting Arizona State can keep scoring even if it’s behind.
The moneyline prices are correctly extreme. Arizona State +1537 is the kind of number you only touch as a tiny sprinkle, and only if you’re building a portfolio around a very specific game script. For a main position, the points are the right tool.
Best Bet: Arizona State +21.5
NCAAB Picks and Handicappers on ScoresAndStats
If you’re betting a full Wednesday slate, the college basketball picks page is the quickest way to compare sides and totals across matchups without bouncing between tabs. For more game-day coverage in preview format, the NCAAB previews hub keeps everything organized by date and tip time.
If you prefer to tail proven performance instead of one-off takes, start with the best handicappers and track daily results on the handicappers leaderboard. Bettors looking for premium packages can find options through buy picks, especially during conference play when the board gets deeper.
For broader research, the NCAAB teams hub is the fastest way to bounce between team pages, the main ScoresAndStats blog is useful for market-angle content, and the sportsbook reviews section helps when you’re comparing where to shop numbers. If you’re evaluating different services and long-run track records, the handicappers sites reviews page is a solid filter.
