Men's college basketball picks today: Friday's best bets highlight Yale vs. UCF play [11/6/2026]

UCF -9 (-110)

• Edge: 6.7%
• Probability: 59.1%
• Matchup: Yale vs. UCF (7:00PM ET)

Our model has identified value on UCF -9 at -110 odds. A 59.1% probability produces an edge of 6.7%, making this the strongest play for today's men's college basketball slate.

Northeastern +34.5 (-102)

• Edge: 5.5%
• Probability: 56%
• Matchup: Northeastern vs. Virginia (5:00PM ET)

Our model finds value on Northeastern +34.5 at -102, supported by an edge of 5.5%.

Detroit Mercy +31.5 (-104)

• Edge: 5.0%
• Probability: 56%
• Matchup: Detroit Mercy vs. Marquette (8:00PM ET)

Our model has uncovered value on Detroit Mercy +31.5 at -104. A 56% probability produces a 5.0% edge, making this a strong play for today's men's college basketball action.

Holy Cross +31.5 (-105)

• Edge: 4.8%
• Probability: 56%
• Matchup: Holy Cross vs. Villanova (7:00PM ET)

A 4.8% edge on a 56% probability makes Holy Cross +31.5 at -105a solid value play in today's Holy Cross vs. Villanova matchup.

San Francisco -9 (-110)

• Edge: 4.6%
• Probability: 57%
• Matchup: North Dakota State vs. San Francisco (10:00PM ET)

Our model projects value on San Francisco -9 at -110. A 57% probability produces a 4.6% edge, making San Francisco the favorable side in today's matchup.

Wagner +33.5 (-106)

• Edge: 4.5%
• Probability: 56%
• Matchup: Detroit Mercy vs. Marquette (9:00PM ET)

Rounding out our top 10 bets, Wagner +33.5 at -106 shows a 56% probability and a 4.5% edge.

NCAAM best bets summary: Friday, 11/6/2026

As of 1:02AM ET, here is our top men's college basketball bet by edge recommended by our model:

List of upcoming men's college basketball games to bet on now

• Massachusetts vs. Boston College (4:00PM ET, Friday)
• Northeastern vs. Virginia (5:00PM ET, Friday)
• Arkansas-Pine Bluff vs. Baylor (5:00PM ET, Friday)
• Eastern Washington vs. Oregon (6:00PM ET, Friday)
• Valparaiso vs. Purdue (6:30PM ET, Friday)
• Youngstown State vs. Ohio State (6:30PM ET, Friday)
• Troy vs. Florida State (7:00PM ET, Friday)
• Yale vs. UCF (7:00PM ET, Friday)
• Wofford vs. North Carolina (7:00PM ET, Friday)
• Missouri vs. Saint Louis (7:00PM ET, Friday)

Conclusion

Our men's college basketball best bets are locked and loaded for November 6, 2026, featuring plays such as UCF -9 vs. Yale. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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All odds and probabilities in this article are correct and accurate at the time of publication.