Men's college basketball picks today: Thursday's best bets include Clemson vs. North Carolina play [3/12/2026]

Clemson -1.5 (+102)

• Edge: 5.3%
• Probability: 54.8%
• Matchup: Clemson vs. North Carolina (9:30PM ET, Thursday)

Our model has identified value on Clemson -1.5 at +102 odds. A 54.8% probability produces an edge of 5.3%, making this the strongest play for today's men's college basketball slate.

Ole Miss +5.5 (+100)

• Edge: 5.2%
• Probability: 55.2%
• Matchup: Ole Miss vs. Georgia (7:00PM ET, Thursday)

Ole Miss +5.5 carries a 5.2% edge and a probability of 55.2% at +100 odds, according to our model.

Clemson ML (-115)

• Edge: 4.9%
• Probability: 58.4%
• Matchup: Clemson vs. North Carolina (9:30PM ET, Thursday)

Clemson ML at -115 odds shows a 4.9% edge, supported by a 58.4% probability in simulations.

TCU vs. Kansas over 145.5 points (-105)

• Edge: 4.7%
• Probability: 56%
• Matchup: TCU vs. Kansas (9:30PM ET, Thursday)

A 4.7% edge and 56% probability make TCU vs. Kansas over 145.5 points at a value play in the TCU vs. Kansas matchup, per our model.

UC Davis +2.5 (-106)

• Edge: 4.1%
• Probability: 55.6%
• Matchup: UC Davis vs. Cal State Fullerton (11:30PM ET, Thursday)

UC Davis +2.5 at -106 odds presents a 4.1% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 55.6%.

Northwestern vs. Purdue over 139.5 points (-110)

• Edge: 3.9%
• Probability: 56.3%
• Matchup: Northwestern vs. Purdue (6:30PM ET, Thursday)

Our model finds value on over 139.5 points in Northwestern vs. Purdue at -110 odds, supported by an edge of 3.9%.

Colorado State vs. San Diego State over 142.5 points (-105)

• Edge: 3.9%
• Probability: 55.1%
• Matchup: Colorado State vs. San Diego State (9:00PM ET, Thursday)

Our model has uncovered value on Colorado State vs. San Diego State over 142.5 points at -105 odds. A 55.1% probability produces a 3.9% edge, making this a strong play for today's men's college basketball action.

Kennesaw State +1.5 (-105)

• Edge: 3.5%
• Probability: 54.8%
• Matchup: Kennesaw State vs. Western Kentucky (9:00PM ET, Thursday)

A 3.5% edge on a 54.8% probability makes Kennesaw State +1.5 at -105 odds a solid value play in today's Kennesaw State vs. Western Kentucky matchup.

Kansas -4.5 (-112)

• Edge: 3.4%
• Probability: 56.3%
• Matchup: TCU vs. Kansas (9:30PM ET, Thursday)

Our model projects value on Kansas -4.5 at -112 odds. A 56.3% probability produces a 3.4% edge, making Kansas the favorable side in Saturday’s matchup.

New Mexico -14.5 (-110)

• Edge: 3.4%
• Probability: 55.8%
• Matchup: Colorado State vs. San Diego State (11:30PM ET, Thursday)

Rounding out our top 10 bets, New Mexico -14.5 at -110 odds shows a 55.8% probability and a 3.4% edge.

NCAAM best bets summary: Thursday, 3/12/2026

As of 4:33PM ET, here are our top men's college basketball bets by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Clemson vs. North Carolina	Clemson -1.5	+102 @ DraftKings	5.3%	54.8%
Ole Miss vs. Georgia	Ole Miss +5.5	+100 @ FanDuel	5.2%	55.2%
Clemson vs. North Carolina	Clemson ML	-115 @ BetMGM	4.9%	58.4%
TCU vs. Kansas	Over 145.5 Points	-105 @ DraftKings	4.7%	56%
UC Davis vs. Cal State Fullerton	UC Davis +2.5	-106 @ FanDuel	4.1%	55.6%
Northwestern vs. Purdue	Over 139.5 Points	-110 @ BetMGM	3.9%	56.3%
Colorado State vs. San Diego State	Over 142.5 Points	-105 @ BetMGM	3.9%	55.1%
Kennesaw State vs. Western Kentucky	Kennesaw State +1.5	-105 @ DraftKings	3.5%	54.8%
TCU vs. Kansas	Kansas -4.5	-112 @ DraftKings	3.4%	56.3%
San Jose State vs. New Mexico	New Mexico -14.5	-110 @ BetMGM	3.4%	55.8%

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

• Rhode Island vs. Duquesne (5:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Nevada vs. Grand Canyon (5:30PM ET, Thursday)
• South Carolina State vs. Norfolk State (6:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Ohio vs. Kent State (6:30PM ET, Thursday)
• Middle Tennessee vs. Louisiana Tech (6:30PM ET, Thursday)
• Northwestern vs. Purdue (6:30PM ET, Thursday)
• Xavier vs. Connecticut (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Florida State vs. Duke (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Ole Miss vs. Georgia (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• BYU vs. Houston (7:00PM ET, Thursday)

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Conclusion

Our men's college basketball best bets are locked and loaded for March 12, 2026, featuring plays such as Clemson -1.5 and Ole Miss +5.5. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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