Friday’s Best CBB Betting Splits Revealed for March 13
The College Basketball Conference Tournament slate on March 13 features a total of 33 games, presenting bettors with numerous opportunities. This article examines three key matchups, focusing on betting trends and sharp money insights.
Atlantic 10 Tournament Quarterfinal: Davidson vs. Saint Joseph’s
In the Atlantic 10 Tournament quarterfinal, Davidson holds the 6th seed with a record of 20-12. They recently edged out Loyola Chicago 64-59 in overtime, yet failed to cover as 5.5-point favorites. Conversely, Saint Joseph’s, the 3rd seed at 21-10, is riding a six-game winning streak. They defeated La Salle 88-76 while covering as 11.5-point favorites.
The opening line favored Saint Joseph’s by 1.5 points. Current betting trends show significant support for Saint Joseph’s, with 75% of spread bets and 79% of spread dollars at DraftKings. Circa Sports reports even stronger numbers with 88% of spread bets and 99% of spread dollars backing them. This indicates a sharp trend toward Saint Joseph’s.
Key Betting Metrics
- Davidson’s Last Game: Overtime win against Loyola Chicago (failed to cover)
- Saint Joseph’s Last Game: Win over La Salle (covered)
- Saint Joseph’s Defensive Efficiency: 61st (better than Davidson’s 80th)
- Saint Joseph’s Offensive Rebounds: 156th (compared to Davidson’s 248th)
Given these factors, many professionals are opting for the moneyline on Saint Joseph’s at -135, supported by 58% of moneyline bets and 73% of moneyline dollars at DraftKings.
SWAC Tournament Semifinal: Southern vs. Florida A&M
The SWAC Tournament semifinal features Southern, the 3rd seed (16-16), facing 2nd seed Florida A&M (15-15). Southern narrowly defeated Arkansas Pine Bluff 84-81 but did not cover as 5.5-point favorites. Florida A&M won convincingly against Jackson State 70-60, covering as 6.5-point favorites.
The opening spread placed Southern as a 2.5-point favorite. Notably, sharp money has driven the line to 3.5 points. Southern enjoys a notable betting split, with 92% of spread dollars at DraftKings and 86% at Circa Sports.
Performance Insights
- Southern’s Average Points per Game: 80
- Florida A&M’s Average Points per Game: 70
Ken Pom predicts a tight game, favoring Southern by just two points (75-73). This insight motivates some bettors to secure the moneyline for Southern at -160, with 22% of moneyline bets and 44% of moneyline dollars supporting this play.
Mountain West Tournament Semifinal: New Mexico vs. San Diego State
In the Mountain West Tournament semifinal, New Mexico, the 3rd seed (23-9), faces 2nd seed San Diego State (21-10). New Mexico previously lost to San Jose State 93-77 as 16.5-point favorites. San Diego State secured a 71-62 victory over Colorado State, covering as 6.5-point favorites.
Initially, San Diego State was favored by 1.5 points. Current trends show a betting swing towards the Aztecs, with 62% of spread bets and 72% of spread dollars indicating support. Ken Pom forecasts a narrow victory for San Diego State by one point (76-75).
Defensive Insights
- San Diego State Defensive Efficiency: 18th nationally
- New Mexico Defensive Efficiency: 43rd nationally
Many professionals are investing in San Diego State’s moneyline at -140, underpinned by 75% of moneyline bets and 82% of moneyline dollars at DraftKings.
As the College Basketball Conference Tournament progresses, these matchups highlight strategic insights for bettors. It is paramount to consider both team statistics and betting trends when making informed wagering decisions.
