The Michigan Wolverines and Maryland Terrapins are set to face off in the Big Ten Tournament semifinals on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Tip-off is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET, with the game broadcast on CBS. Michigan is 23-9 overall, 14-6 in Big Ten play, they are averaging 78.3 points per game and allowing 68.2 points per game. The Wolverines have shown resilience this season, with their dynamic frontcourt duo of Wolf and Goldin playing pivotal roles. In their recent quarterfinal victory over Purdue, Michigan dominated the paint, with Wolf contributing 18 points and 11 rebounds, while Goldin added significant presence on both ends. Maryland Terrapins are 25-7 overall, 14-6 in Big Ten play, they are averaging 80.6 points per game and allowing 66.7 points per game. The Terrapins have been impressive on both ends of the floor. In their quarterfinal matchup, they overwhelmed Illinois with a 57-point first half, leading to an 88-65 victory. Rice led the charge with 26 points, including seven three-pointers, while Queen added 19 points and 10 rebounds. Maryland has covered the spread in their last three games against Michigan, with the under hitting in their last four meetings. Maryland has been very tough of late and I'm sticking with them hee on Saturday. 

The Alabama Crimson Tide and the Florida Gators are set to clash in the Southeastern Conference (SEC) Tournament semifinals on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. Tip-off is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. CT (3:30 p.m. ET), with the game broadcast on ESPN. Alabama Crimson Tide are 25-7 overall, 13-5 in SEC play, averaging 91.4 points per game while allowing 80.7 points per game. The Crimson Tide are renowned for their high-octane offense, leading the nation in scoring with an average of 91.4 points per game. Their up-tempo style is complemented by a deep roster, allowing them to maintain intensity throughout games. In their recent quarterfinal matchup, Alabama dominated Kentucky with a 99-70 victory, showcasing their offensive prowess. Florida Gators are 28-4 overall, 14-4 in SEC play, averaging 84.8 points per game and allowing 68.6 points per game. The Gators have been impressive on both ends of the floor, combining a potent offense with a stifling defense. Their balanced approach has led them to a strong season, including a recent 95-81 victory over Missouri in the quarterfinals, where Clayton Jr. led with 18 points and six assists. Even though this is one of the highest totals we'll see in college hoops, these two teams are built to score a lot and go over this number. Play OVER. 

The Mountain West Conference Men's Basketball Tournament culminates on Saturday, March 15, 2025, with the championship game between the Boise State Broncos and the Colorado State Rams. The matchup is scheduled for 6:00 PM ET at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, and will be broadcast on CBS. Boise State Broncos are 24-9 overall, 14-6 in Mountain West play, averaging 75.5 points per game and allowing 66.0 points per game.  The Broncos have demonstrated resilience throughout the tournament, notably upsetting top-seeded New Mexico with a 72-69 victory in the semifinals. Their balanced offense and stout defense have been pivotal in their postseason success. Colorado State is 24-9 overall, 16-4 in Mountain West play, averaging 75.4 points per game while allowing 67.4 points per game. The Rams enter the championship on a nine-game winning streak, including an 83-72 semifinal win over Utah State. Clifford's consistent performances have been instrumental in Colorado State's strong season. Colorado State swept the regular-season series against Boise State: January 22, 2025: Colorado State won at home, 75-72. March 7, 2025: Colorado State secured a road victory, 83-73. The Rams have already taken the previous two matchups and they will make it three here today. Play Colorado State. 

The Big East Tournament Championship is set for Saturday, March 15, 2025, featuring the top-seeded St. John's Red Storm and the second-seeded Creighton Bluejays. The game will tip off at 6:30 p.m. ET at Madison Square Garden in New York City, with television coverage on FOX. St. John's Red Storm are 29-4 overall, 18-2 in Big East play, averaging 78.6 points per game and allowing 65.9 points per game. Under the guidance of Coach Rick Pitino, St. John's secured its first outright Big East regular-season title in 40 years. The Red Storm's defensive tenacity has been a cornerstone of their success, ranking among the top in the nation in blocks per game (5.4) and opponent turnovers per game (15.6).  Creighton Bluejays are 24-9 overall, 15-5 in Big East play, averaging 75.7 points per game and allowing 69.4 points per game. Creighton's balanced offense and defense have propelled them to the championship game. Their recent double-overtime victory over DePaul and a semifinal win against Connecticut highlight their resilience and depth. St. John's has a strong record against the spread this season, covering in 20 of 32 games. I like St Johns here on Saturday as they take down Creighton. 

The Detroit Pistons (37-30) are set to host the Oklahoma City Thunder (54-12) on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at Little Caesars Arena. This matchup features two teams with contrasting seasons, as the Thunder lead the Western Conference, while the Pistons are battling for playoff positioning in the East. The Thunder have been dominant this season, boasting a 54-12 record and leading the Western Conference. They have been impressive on the road, with a 25-7 away record. In their recent victory against the Boston Celtics, they showcased their defensive prowess, holding the Celtics to 31% shooting from beyond the arc.  The Pistons hold a 37-30 record, placing them sixth in the Eastern Conference. They have been inconsistent lately, splitting their last ten games. In their recent loss to the Washington Wizards, they struggled defensively, allowing 129 points and 20 three-pointers.  Thunder: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads the team with an average of 32.8 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 6.2 assists per game. His consistent performance has been pivotal in the Thunder's success. Pistons: Cade Cunningham has been instrumental for Detroit, averaging 25.9 points, 9.3 assists, and 6.0 rebounds per game. His playmaking abilities are crucial for the Pistons' offense. The Thunder's defense, ranked first in the league, allows only 107.2 points per game. Offensively, they average 119.7 points per game, ranking fourth. The Pistons, while having a solid offense, have shown defensive vulnerabilities, especially in recent games. The pace of play is expected to be high, with both teams ranking in the top 11 for pace. I like the Thunder here on Saturday as your free play. 

The Milwaukee Bucks (37-28) are set to host the Indiana Pacers (36-28) on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at Fiserv Forum. This matchup features two Central Division rivals vying for playoff positioning in the Eastern Conference. The Bucks recently snapped a three-game losing streak with a dominant 126-106 home victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday. They currently hold a 22-11 record at home, showcasing their strength on their home court. The Pacers are on the second night of a back-to-back, having played the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday night in a 112-100 win. Prior to that, they secured a narrow 115-114 home win against the Bucks on Tuesday, thanks to a clutch four-point play at the buzzer. The Pacers have a 16-18 road record, indicating some struggles away from home. The Bucks Giannis Antetokounmpo is averaging 30.5 points, 12.1 rebounds, and 5.9 assists per game. Damian Lillard: Contributing 25.2 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 7.2 assists per game.  Indiana Pacers: Pascal Siakam: Averaging 20.8 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 3.3 assists per game. Tyrese Haliburton: Providing 18.5 points and 8.9 assists per game. Bucks rank 12th in the NBA with 114.8 points per game. Pacers rank 9th, averaging 116.4 points per game. Always tough in the NBA to play the second of a back-to-back spot, but even more so when that team has to travel too like the Pacers tonight. I'll take the Bucks here on Saturday. 

The Jacksonville State Gamecocks and the Liberty Flames are set to face off in the Conference USA Tournament Championship on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at Propst Arena in Huntsville, Alabama. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET, with the game broadcast on CBS Sports Network. Liberty Flames are 27-6 overall, 13-5 in Conference USA play, averaging 76.3 points per game while allowing 62.3 points per game. The Flames have demonstrated a balanced approach, combining efficient offense with stifling defense. In their semifinal matchup, Liberty edged out Kennesaw State with an 81-79 victory, showcasing resilience and clutch shooting. Jacksonville State Gamecocks are 22-11 overall, 12-6 in Conference USA play, averaging 70.0 points per game while allowing 68.0 points per game. The Gamecocks have been on a strong run, currently holding a four-game winning streak. Their recent 70-68 victory over Middle Tennessee in the semifinals highlighted their defensive tenacity and ability to perform under pressure. The teams split their regular-season meetings: January 15, 2025: Liberty won at home, 68-60. February 20, 2025: Jacksonville State secured a home victory, 75-70. Liberty's strong defensive metrics and efficient offense have contributed to their status as favorites. Liberty leads Conference USA in three-pointers made per game (10.4). I'll be on Liberty here on Saturday.