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Jackson State returns home Saturday in a matchup that reflects two programs still searching for footing early in the season. The Tigers are slight favorites despite a 1-12 record, largely due to home court and marginal offensive advantages. You can follow real-time pricing and market movement on the NCAA basketball odds page. Alcorn State enters at 1-11 and has played exclusively away from home so far. While results have been limited, the Braves have shown more consistent shooting metrics than Jackson State, which matters in a short spread game. Jackson State opened as a modest favorite and currently sits at −4.5, with the moneyline reflecting a narrow edge. The total is posted at 146.5, a number that looks inflated given

SIUE returns home Saturday with a 9-5 record and a chance to build separation in conference play. The Cougars have been steady on both ends of the floor and are listed as moderate home favorites. You can follow live pricing and movement on the NCAA basketball odds page. Morehead State enters at 6-8 and continues to search for consistency away from home. The Eagles are just 1-8 on the road, but they have shown enough offensive output to remain competitive when shots fall. SIUE opened as the favorite and currently sits at −5.5, a number shaped by Morehead State’s road struggles and SIUE’s home efficiency. The total is set at 136.5, one of the lower conference numbers on the slate.

The Dayton Flyers head to Chicago on Saturday, January 3rd, 2026, for an Atlantic 10 clash with the Loyola Chicago Ramblers. Tipoff is set for 2:00 PM ET at Joseph J. Gentile Arena. Dayton enters this one as a firm road favorite, laying 8.5 points, with the total set at 141.5. This is a key spot for both sides in league play. Dayton is trying to solidify its place as a top contender in the A-10, while Loyola is still trying to find consistent form after some up-and-down non-conference results. The Ramblers are feisty at home, but the gap in efficiency and talent between these teams is real — and reflected in the spread. Below are the current betting odds.

Winthrop returns home Saturday looking to reassert control in Big South play. The Eagles sit at 8-8 overall, but their 5-1 record at Winthrop Coliseum continues to separate their profile from road results. You can track current pricing and market movement on the NCAA basketball odds page. Gardner-Webb enters at 2-14 and remains winless away from home. The Bulldogs have struggled to string together defensive stops, especially on the road, which becomes a problem against one of the conference’s faster-paced home teams. Winthrop opened as a heavy favorite and currently sits at −20.5, reflecting the Bulldogs’ road issues and the Eagles’ scoring profile at home. The total is posted at 166.5, one of the higher numbers on the Big South