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Saturday Statement Game ? Michigan Takes Aim at Duke

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

The Michigan Wolverines are having an outstanding year under second-year head coach Dusty May. They're the new No. 1 team in the AP Poll (first time since January 2013, claiming 60 of 61 first-place votes after Arizona's losses). They moved to the top spot after dominating performances.

Meanwhile, the Duke Blue Devils continue to dominate under head coach Jon Scheyer. Duke is ranked No. 3 in the AP Poll (and coaches poll), with an elite record and strong positioning for the ACC title and a top NCAA Tournament seed.

The matchup between #1 Michigan and #3 Duke on Saturday, February 21, 2026, is the premier game of the college basketball regular season. Known as the Duel in the District or the Edward Jones Capital Showcase, this neutral-site game at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., is widely viewed as a potential Final Four preview.

Gambling interest is expected to be the highest so far for any college hoops game this season.

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Michigan Wolverines at Duke Blue Devils Odds at Bookmaker

Capital One Arena in Washington, DC, will host the matchup between the Duke Blue Devils and the Michigan Wolverines on Saturday, February 21, 2026. Tipoff time is at 6:30 p.m. ET with television coverage on ESPN.

No major active injuries reported for key Michigan players in recent February updates. The roster appears healthy for this stretch, with depth contributing. Earlier minor issues (such as Yaxel Lendeborg's calf in January) appear to have been resolved, as the team has rolled without setbacks.

For Duke, there are no major injuries reported for the core rotation. Patrick Ngongba II returned from a wrist issue earlier and is playing well. Starters like Cameron Boozer, Isaiah Evans, and others are healthy and rolling.

Duke has a proven track record of elevating their performance against #1 opponents. Their most recent encounter with a top-ranked team resulted in an 84-81 victory over then-No. 1 Gonzaga. Additionally, Duke holds a dominant 21?7 all-time series lead over Michigan, including a 3-game winning streak.

Michigan Wolverines

The Michigan Wolverines are 25-1 straight up, 14-12 against the spread, and 11-15 over/under the total. Michigan has covered five of its last ten games. The Wolverines have gone over the total in four of their previous six matchups.

Michigan has NCAABB metrics of 10th for scoring offense, 7th for field goal percentage, 97th for 3-point field goal percentage, 155th for free throw percentage, and 15th for offensive rebounding.

The Wolverines have NCAABB metrics of 36th in scoring defense, 2nd in field goal percentage allowed, 12th in 3-point field goal percentage allowed, and 11th in defensive rebounding.

Duke Blue Devils

The Duke Blue Devils are 24-2 straight up, 14-12 against the spread, and 8-18 over/under the total. Late on, Duke has covered six out of their last ten games. The Blue Devils have gone under the total in eight of their previous ten matchups.

Duke has NCAABB metrics of 38th in scoring offense, 22nd in field goal percentage, 178th in 3-point field goal percentage, 207th in free throw percentage, and 13th in offensive rebounding.

The Blue Devils have NCAABB metrics of 10th for scoring defense, 10th for field goal percentage permitted, 43rd for 3-point field goal percentage allowed, and 17th for defensive rebounding.

Michigan at Duke Betting Trends

Michigan is 4-6 against the spread in road and neutral site games. In comparison, Duke is 6-3 against the spread in road and neutral site games.

These teams have not met since 2013.

Michigan at Duke Bookmaker Best Bets

Cameron Boozer (23.3 PPG, 9.9 RPG) provides Duke with star power. He is the most dominant individual force in the matchup. He leads the Blue Devils in points, rebounds, assists, and steals.

Duke's defense (63.1 PPG allowed) is statistically stingier than Michigan's (68.3 PPG), which may be the deciding factor in a neutral-site environment.

Finally, Duke is solid on neutral/road-like spots (6-3 ATS in recent road/neutral trends).

Main Pick: Duke Blue Devils

Over/Under Pick: Under the Total

Player Prop Picks: Cameron Boozer Over the Points, Assists, and Rebounds Combined Total

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ESPN Saturday ? Texas Tech at Arizona Odds

Thursday, February 12, 2026

Under head coach Tommy Lloyd, the Wildcats have successfully led the Big 12 with a dominant physical profile that blends veteran guard play with elite rebounding.

The Wildcats hold a 23?1 record and sit atop the Big 12 standings with a 10?1 conference mark as of February 11, 2026. After maintaining a unanimous No. 1 ranking in the AP Poll for four consecutive weeks, the Wildcats suffered their first loss of the season on February 9, 2026, falling 82?78 to No. 9 Kansas at Allen Fieldhouse.

Arizona remained the unanimous No. 1 team in the nation for the ninth straight week as of the February 9th poll, though its recent loss to Kansas may impact the next update. Still, Arizona has Notable victories this season include wins over No. 3 Florida (93?87), No. 3 UConn (71?67), No. 12 Alabama (96?75), and No. 13 BYU (86?83).

Meanwhile, under third-year head coach Grant McCasland, the Texas Tech Red Raiders are ranked 16th in the AP Top 25 and 5th in the highly competitive Big 12 standings. The Red Raiders are a dangerous team that defeated No. 3 Duke (82?81) at Madison Square Garden and No. 6 Houston (90?86) in Lubbock.

Viewership and betting traffic will be heavy for this prime-time matchup between teams capable of a deep March Madness run.

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Texas Tech Red Raiders at Arizona Wildcats Odds at Bookmaker

McCale Memorial Center in Tucson, AZ, will host the matchup between the Texas Tech Red Raiders and the Arizona Wildcats on Saturday, February 14, 2026. Tipoff time is at 6:30 p.m. ET with television coverage on ESPN.

The Arizona Wildcats men's basketball team is currently at full health with no significant injuries reported for their core rotation. Texas Tech is largely healthy for key rotation and star players heading into this road game.

Arizona is seen as a reliable home cover play by Wise Guys. That is based on their dominance at McKale, as sharps view them as peaking with an elite offense/defense balance. Texas Tech earns respect for its toughness and the recent return of depth, but road underdogs in this spot face skepticism against the clear No. 1 powerhouse Wildcats.

Texas Tech Red Raiders

The Texas Tech Red Raiders are 18-6 straight up, 13-11 against the spread, and 11-13 over/under the total. Late on, Texas Tech has covered five of its last seven games. The Red Raiders have gone under the total in three of their previous three matchups.

Texas Tech has NCAABB metrics of 85th for scoring offense, 91st for field goal percentage, 11th for 3-point field goal percentage, 229th for free throw percentage, and 123rd for offensive rebounding.

The Red Raiders rank 146th for scoring defense, 218th for field goal percentage permitted, 83rd for 3-point field goal percentage allowed, and 150th for defensive rebounding.

Arizona Wildcats

The Arizona Wildcats are 23-1 straight up, 15-9 against the spread, and 13-11 over/under the total. Late on, Arizona has covered four out of its last six games. While the Wildcats have gone under the total in five of their previous seven matchups.

Arizona has NCAABB metrics of 14th in scoring offense, 9th in field goal percentage, 83rd in 3-point field goal percentage, 155th in free throw percentage, and 2nd in offensive rebounding.

The Wildcats have NCAABB metrics of 41st in scoring defense, 9th in field goal percentage allowed, 71st in 3-point field goal percentage allowed, and 11th in defensive rebounding.

Texas Tech at Arizona Betting Trends

Arizona has dominated its series with Texas Tech. The Wildcats won and covered four of their last five meetings with the Red Raiders. The last two games between Texas Tech and Arizona went over the total. However, the three games before that went under the total.

Specifically at Arizona, the Wildcats won and covered both of their meetings with Texas Tech. The matchups were 1-1 on the over/under.

Texas Tech at Arizona Bookmaker Best Bets

Arizona has flashed dominant home play (McKale is a fortress), strong recent form, and top-tier talent/depth. They handle physical, defensive teams well and have key contributors up front who control the glass and interior. Arizona's home dominance and form make the Wildcats the safer side.

Main Pick: Arizona Wildcats

Over/Under Pick: Under the Total

Player Prop Picks: JT Toppin Under the Points Total

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Celtics at Lakers Odds ? NBC Sunday

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Despite significant roster turnover and playing much of the season without star forward Jayson Tatum, the Boston Celtics remain a top contender, trailing only the Detroit Pistons in the standings.

Jaylen Brown has emerged as a top MVP candidate this season, averaging 29.3 PPG, 6.9 RPG, and 4.7 APG. He served as a starter for Team USA Stripes in the new 2026 All-Star round-robin format, leading them to two narrow wins before falling to Team Stars in the final.

Under second-year head coach JJ Redick, the Los Angeles Lakers have leaned into a high-powered offense featuring the superstar trio of Luka Doncic, LeBron James, and Austin Reaves. However, injuries have limited the three to appearing in only 10 games together this season.

An NBC prime-time matchup between two of the greatest legacy franchises in the NBA means a stampede of betting activity and viewership.

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Boston Celtics at Los Angeles Lakers Betting at Bookmaker

Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA, will host the Boston Celtics vs. Los Angeles Lakers matchup on Sunday, February 22, 2026. Tipoff time is at 6:30 p.m. ET with television coverage on NBC.

The Lakers expect to be fully healthy for the first time this season once play resumes. Luka Doncic is expected to return for the Feb 20 game against the Clippers after missing four straight games with a right hamstring strain.

LeBron James is dealing with left foot arthritis, but is no longer on the injury report and played in the 2026 All-Star Game. Deandre Ayton is projected to return around Feb 20 from a knee problem.

For Boston, Jaylen Brown dealt with left hamstring tightness and right knee soreness in early February, causing him to miss a matchup against the Rockets. However, he returned to the lineup before the break.

Boston Celtics

The Boston Celtics are 35-19 straight up, 30-23-1 against the spread, and 20-34 over-under the total. Late on, Boston has covered five out of their last seven games. The Celtics have gone under the total in nine of their previous 10 matchups.

Boston is 2nd in the Eastern Conference playoff standings. Boston is 5.5 games behind the Detroit Pistons in the Eastern Conference playoff race.

Boston ranks 17th in scoring offense, 17th in field goal percentage, 11th in 3-point field goal percentage, 11th in free throw percentage, and 8th in offensive rebounding.

The Celtics rank 2nd in scoring defense, 3rd in field goal percentage allowed, 17th in 3-point field goal percentage allowed, and 7th in defensive rebounding.

Los Angeles Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers are 33-21 straight up, 29-24-1 against the spread, and 30-24 over-under the total. Late on, Los Angeles has covered four of its last six games. At the same time, the Lakers have gone under the total in three of their previous five matchups.

Los Angeles is 5th in the Western Conference playoff standings. Los Angeles is eight games behind the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference playoff race.

Los Angeles ranks 14th in scoring offense, 1st in field goal percentage, 20th in 3-point field goal percentage, 24th in free throw percentage, and 28th in offensive rebounding.

The Lakers rank 18th in scoring defense, 27th in field goal percentage allowed, 21st in 3-point field goal percentage allowed, and 3rd in defensive rebounding.

Celtics at Lakers Betting Trends

Boston covered the spread in their last two meetings with the Lakers. Additionally, Los Angeles got the money in only four of its last 14 games with the Celtics. Three of the last four games between the Celtics and Lakers went under the total.

Specifically in Los Angeles, the Lakers covered the spread in only two of their last seven games with the Celtics. Six of the last eight games between the Celtics and Lakers in Los Angeles went over the total.

Celtics at Lakers Bookmaker Best Bets

The best value is Boston with its balanced, adaptable roster. Both teams play methodically (Boston controls the pace, LA grinds when shorthanded), limiting scoring chances on both sides.

Main Pick: Boston Celtics

Over/Under Pick: Under the Total

Player Prop Picks: Jaylen Brown Over the Points Total

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ABC Saturday- Rockets at Knicks Odds

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

The New York Knicks are clicking under coach Mike Brown: elite offense, solid defense, star power, and home-court advantage make them a serious threat in the Eastern Conference. Health will be key down the stretch in a tight conference race.

Before the All-Star break, the Knicks rebounded from a mid-season slump to win 8 of their last 11 games, including a franchise-record 54-point victory over the Brooklyn Nets.

The Houston Rockets are a gritty, defensive-minded squad with superstar talent (Kevin Durant) and a rising young core. They're overperforming

projections in a tough Western Conference, eyeing a deep playoff run if they stay healthy.

The Rockets boast elite defense, top-tier rebounding, and a solid offense. In turn, their slow pace emphasizes efficiency over volume. Houston offers strong rebounding margins and solid shooting.

Betting traffic and viewership will be high for this ABC Saturday night showdown of contenders.

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Madison Square Garden in New York will host the New York Knicks vs. Houston Rockets matchup on Saturday, February 21, 2026. Tipoff time is at 8:30 p.m. ET with television coverage on ABC.

For New York, OG Anunoby has missed the last four games due to a toe avulsion (loss of a toenail). But he is expected to be evaluated for a return for the Knicks' next game against Detroit.

Karl-Anthony Towns required 16 stitches for a severe eye laceration suffered on February 4. Despite minor back soreness, he participated in the 2026 All-Star Game and is considered fully available.

For Houston, Alperen Seng?n is active. Despite a minor lower leg contusion in mid-February, Seng?n played in the 2026 NBA All-Star Game as an injury replacement for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

Additionally, Kevin Durant is active. Durant missed one game in early February due to a left ankle sprain. Since then, he returned to the lineup without restrictions.

Houston Rockets

The Houston Rockets are 33-20 straight up, 23-30 against the spread, and 22-31 over-under the total. Late on, Houston has covered two of their last ten games. At the same time, the Rockets have gone under the total in four of their previous six matchups.

Houston is 4th in the Western Conference playoff standings. Houston is 7.5 games behind the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference playoff race.

Houston ranks 20th in scoring offense, 13th in field goal percentage, 6th in 3-point field goal percentage, 27th in free throw percentage, and 1st in offensive rebounding.

The Rockets rank 4th in scoring defense, 5th in field goal percentage allowed, 7th in 3-point field goal percentage allowed, and 2nd in defensive rebounding.

New York Knicks

The New York Knicks are 35-20 straight up, 29-25-1 against the spread, and 27-28 over-under the total. Late on, New York has covered seven out of their last nine games. At the same time, the Knicks have gone over the total in four of their previous six matchups.

New York is 3rd in the Eastern Conference playoff standings. New York is six games behind the Detroit Pistons in the Eastern Conference playoff race.

New York ranks 8th in scoring offense, 12th in field goal percentage, 3rd in 3-point field goal percentage, 12th in free throw percentage, and 4th in offensive rebounding.

The Knicks rank 6th in scoring defense, 7th in field goal percentage allowed, 12th in 3-point field goal percentage allowed, and 5th in defensive rebounding.

Rockets at Knicks Betting Trends

Houston covered its last three games against New York. However, the Knicks covered seven of the previous eight meetings before that. Five of the last eight games between the Knicks and Rockets went under the total.

Specifically in New York, Houston got the money in ten of its last 14 games with New York. Four of the last six games between the Rockets and Knicks in New York went over the total.

Rockets at Knicks Bookmaker Best Bets

To conclude, Houston is a good value in this spot based on its strong defense. The Rockets cover well as underdogs, and road unders are common due to their pace.

Main Pick: Houston Rockets

Over/Under Pick: Under the Total

Player Prop Picks: Amen Thompson Over the Combined Points, Rebounds, and Assists Totals

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Basketball Betting ? FIBA Odds Analysis

Moay, Augu 5, 2019

The United States has won the last two titles at the FIBA World Cup of Basketball, but the international gap is closing. And the U.S. has seen a number of its best players decline an invitation to the 2019 FIBA World Cup. The country that invented the game still has the biggest talent pool to pick from and thus the U.S. is a negative odds favorite at online sportsbooks to add to its record number of gold medals at the games.

A record 32 countries will participate in the 2019 FIBA World Cup in China, which starts on Saturday, August 31, with pool play and concludes on Sunday, September 15, with the gold and bronze medal games. The favorite to win a third straight gold medal, Team USA isn?t the can?t-miss pick it often is in international tournaments.

With 92 games played over 16 days, the FIBA World Cup offers plenty of betting options. And BookMaker.eu has you covered when you?re ready to make that wager.

2019 FIBA World Cup Odds at BookMaker.eu

USA -255

Serbia +325

Spain +1802

Greece +1802

France +3005

Australia +3858

Canada +5000

Lithuania +6000

Argentina +8000

Russia +10000

Italy +12500

Turkey +15000

Germany +15000

Brazil +15000

Poland +20000

Puerto Rico +25000

Montenegro +25000

New Zealand +30000

Czech Republic +40000

China +50000

Nigeria +50000

Dominican Republic +50000

Philippines +75000

Jordan +75000

South Korea +75000

Venezuela +75000

Japan +75000

Angola +75000

Iran +75000

Tunisia +75000

Ivory Coast +85000

Senegal +85000

Team USA -255

Let?s face it the guys make too much money playing in the NBA to risk injury in a tournament that?s not very highly regarded by U.S. standards. In addition to a number of NBA starts declining an invitation, the team recently saw James Harden, Anthony Davis, Damian Lillard and Bradley Beal withdraw their names. This isn?t the star-studded group we?ve seen in past competitions and the odds are likely to increase over the coming weeks as roster movement is fluid.

Of the players currently on the roster, only one ? Kemba Walker ? was an All-NBA pick last season. Walker and Khris Middleton were the only All-Stars, and only Walker, Julius Randle and Donovan Mitchell scored more than 20 points per game last NBA season. One area this group can be special is on defense. With Gregg Popovich coaching, you know Team USA is going to be strong, but can it topple the field for a third straight time?

Serbia +325

They are the second favorite for a reason. With an abundance of NBA talent and fiery national team stars, the Serbs might have the best chance of upsetting the Americans if and when they play. Nikola Jokic is the centerpiece of the squad, but Bogdan Bogdanovich, Nemanja Bjelica and Milos Teodosic can all fill it up. Playing in a group with Angola, the Phillippines and Italy, shouldn?t offer much resistance, but there are few easy outs in this tournament.

Spain +1802

The Spaniards aren?t as deep as Team USA and Serbia, but they have a strong cast of starters. Pau Gasol, a mainstay on the national team, is out with an injury, but toss in his brother Marc, Ricky Rubio and the Hernangomez brothers, and you have a potent group. A few big names won?t be playing when Serge Ibaka and Nikola Mirotic backed out of the games, and that?s a huge loss for a team without much depth.

France +3005

Much like Spain, France has a definite NBA feel at the top of the roster but lacks depth the deeper you go. Rudy Gobert is the biggest name on the national team and he?s been the team?s ambassador leading up to the games. Gobert made a name for himself at the last FIBA World Cup with his defensive prowess helping France win its only medal in the history of the tournament. Now an established NBA veteran, he?ll be flanked by Nicolas Batum and Evan Fournier to give the French balance in the starting five.

Greece +1802

Basketball is a team sport, but it certainly helps when the best player in the NBA is on your side. If you?re looking for a team to back why not throw down on Greece, which has the best all-around player in the tournament on its side. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks to the best record in the NBA last season, claiming league MVP honors along the way. They were stopped short of a Finals appearance making this another chance for Antetokounmpo to come out a winner. The hill is much tougher to climb than Spain or France, but this is a rare opportunity for
Giannis to play with his brothers Thanasis and Kostas, and that?s pretty frightening.

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