Location: Donald L. Tucker Center, Tallahassee, Florida
Game Overview
Florida State Seminoles face SMU Mustangs in a crucial ACC matchup. Florida State seeks to break a four-game losing streak, while SMU aims to secure a double-bye in the ACC Tournament.
Key Factors to Consider
Florida State has struggled lately, losing four straight games, while SMU has performed well, winning seven of their last ten games. SMU leads the ACC in fast break points and total rebounds.
SMU won the last meeting 68-57 in Tallahassee on December 16, 2023. The series is tied 1-1.
The availability of Malique Ewin for Florida State could be a significant factor in this game.
This is Leonard Hamilton's final regular-season game at Florida State, which could motivate the Seminoles.
SMU needs a win to potentially secure the fourth seed and a double-bye in the ACC Tournament. Florida State is motivated by Senior Day and Coach Hamilton's farewell.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Florida St Seminoles: 126, SMU Mustangs: -152
SMU Mustangs
★★★☆☆ 60%
Spread
Florida St Seminoles: 3.5 -120, SMU Mustangs: -3.5 -102
SMU Mustangs
★★★☆☆ 55%
Over_under
Over: 155.5 -110, Under: 155.5 -110
Over
★★★☆☆ 58%
Predicted Outcome
SMU is favored due to their strong performance this season, but Florida State's motivation could make it a close game.
The Stanford Cardinal host the SMU Mustangs in a crucial NCAAB matchup. SMU recently defeated Stanford 85-61 on February 1, 2025, showcasing strong offensive performance. Stanford looks to rebound from that loss and improve their conference standing.
Key Factors to Consider
SMU has been performing well, winning six of their last seven games. They demonstrated strong shooting and dunking ability in their previous matchup against Stanford. Stanford had a four-game winning streak snapped in that game and will seek to improve their home performance.
In their recent matchup, SMU dominated Stanford with a 24-point victory. This could impact Stanford's morale and motivation to perform better at home.
No specific injury reports are available for this matchup. However, both teams should be cautious about player fatigue given the late season timing.
As the season winds down, teams are managing player workloads and injuries. The pressure to secure better seeding in conference tournaments could influence game strategies.
Both teams have strong motivation to win, but SMU's recent success and Stanford's desire for revenge could make this a closely contested game.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
SMU -106, Stanford -113
SMU
★★★☆☆ 55%
Spread
SMU +1.5 -115, Stanford -1.5 -105
SMU +1.5
★★★☆☆ 52%
Over_under
Over 151.5 -115, Under 151.5 -105
Over
★★★☆☆ 58%
Predicted Outcome
SMU to win, given their recent form and previous victory over Stanford.
The SMU Mustangs, with a strong 20-6 record, face the California Golden Bears, who are 12-14. SMU has shown consistent performance, while California has struggled recently.
Key Factors to Consider
SMU has been performing well, winning five of their last six games. California has struggled, losing four of their last five games.
SMU leads the head-to-head 2-0 this season, with a significant margin in their last meeting. However, California has performed better against the spread in recent games.
SMU's Kevin Miller is out, and Yohan Traore is questionable. California has several players questionable, including Joshua Ola-Joseph and Devin Curtis, with BJ Omot out.
California's home advantage might help, but SMU's road performance has been strong. The total has gone under in many of California's recent games.
SMU is highly motivated to maintain their winning streak, while California seeks to improve their home record.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
California: +118, SMU: -142
SMU
☆☆☆☆☆ 1%
Spread
California: +2.5 -110, SMU: -2.5 -110
SMU
☆☆☆☆☆ 1%
Over_under
Over: 153.5 -110, Under: 153.5 -110
Under
☆☆☆☆☆ 1%
Predicted Outcome
SMU is likely to win due to their strong recent performance and road record.
The #18 Clemson Tigers face the SMU Mustangs in an ACC matchup. Clemson is 21-5 overall and 13-2 in conference play, while SMU is 20-6 overall and 11-4 in the ACC.
Key Factors to Consider
Clemson has been strong, winning nine of their last ten games, including victories over Duke and North Carolina. SMU recently defeated Notre Dame 97-73 and has gone 8-2 in their last ten games.
This is the first matchup between the two teams in ACC play this season.
No significant injury reports are available for either team.
The game is played at SMU's home court, which could provide an advantage for the Mustangs.
Both teams are highly motivated as they compete for better standings in the ACC.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Array
Clemson Tigers
★★★☆☆ 55%
Spread
Array
Clemson Tigers
★★★☆☆ 52%
Over_under
Array
Over
★★★☆☆ 58%
Predicted Outcome
Clemson's strong recent form and higher scoring average give them an edge, but SMU's home advantage could make the game competitive.