Men's college basketball picks today: Monday's best bets highlight Louisiana-Monroe vs. Texas A&M play [11/9/2026]

Louisiana-Monroe +36.5 (-105)

• Edge: 7.8%
• Probability: 59%
• Matchup: Louisiana-Monroe vs. Texas A&M (8:00PM ET)

Our model has identified value on Louisiana-Monroe +36.5 at -105 odds. A 59% probability produces an edge of 7.8%, making this the strongest play for today's men's college basketball slate.

Cincinnati -6.5 (-120)

• Edge: 5.0%
• Probability: 59.5%
• Matchup: Minnesota vs. Cincinnati (7:00PM ET)

Our model finds value on Cincinnati -6.5 at -120, supported by an edge of 5.0%.

Cincinnati ML (-300)

• Edge: 4.6%
• Probability: 79.6%
• Matchup: Minnesota vs. Cincinnati (7:00PM ET)

Our model has uncovered value on Minnesota-Cincinnati to finish as a tie after 90 minutes at -300. A 79.6% probability produces a 4.6% edge, making this a strong play for today's men's college basketball action.

Marshall vs. Ohio State Under 161.5 points (-105)

• Edge: 4.5%
• Probability: 55.8%
• Matchup: Marshall vs. Ohio State (6:00PM ET)

A 4.5% edge on a 55.8% probability makes Under 161.5 points at -105a solid value play in today's Marshall vs. Ohio State matchup.

Grambling State +36.5 (-102)

• Edge: 4.5%
• Probability: 55%
• Matchup: Grambling State vs. Texas (7:00PM ET)

Our model projects value on Grambling State +36.5 at -102. A 55% probability produces a 4.5% edge, making Grambling State the favorable side in today's matchup.

Appalachian State vs. Auburn Over 146.5 points (-105)

• Edge: 4.5%
• Probability: 55.7%
• Matchup: Minnesota vs. Cincinnati (9:00PM ET)

Rounding out our top 10 bets, Appalachian State vs. Auburn Over 146.5 points at -105 shows a 55.7% probability and a 4.5% edge.

NCAAM best bets summary: Monday, 11/9/2026

As of 12:04AM 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

• Marshall vs. Ohio State (6:00PM ET, Monday)
• Syracuse vs. Indiana (6:30PM ET, Monday)
• Howard vs. Pennsylvania (6:30PM ET, Monday)
• North Dakota vs. Clemson (7:00PM ET, Monday)
• Minnesota vs. Cincinnati (7:00PM ET, Monday)
• UNC Greensboro vs. Illinois-Chicago (7:00PM ET, Monday)
• Cleveland State vs. Bowling Green (7:00PM ET, Monday)
• Florida Gulf Coast vs. Georgia (7:00PM ET, Monday)
• Radford vs. Tennessee (7:00PM ET, Monday)
• LIU vs. Towson (7:00PM ET, Monday)

Conclusion

Our men's college basketball best bets are locked and loaded for November 9, 2026, featuring plays such as Louisiana-Monroe +36.5 vs. Texas A&M. 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.