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BYU vs. Kansas prediction: Kansas favored to win men's college basketball matchup [1/31/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get BYU vs Kansas predictions for college basketball Saturday.
Kansas will square off with BYU in men's college basketball action at Allen Fieldhouse on Saturday, beginning at 4:30 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven college basketball model projects Kansas as the most likely winner of the BYU vs. Kansas game.
This article offers further insights into Saturday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks.
BYU vs. Kansas prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NCAA basketball matchup between BYU and Kansas 10,000 times as part of our men's college basketball predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives Kansas a 61% chance of defeating BYU. Our predicted final score has Kansas winning 79-76.
According to our model, Kansas (-2.5) has a 51% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 159.5 points has a 53% chance of staying under.
BYU vs. Kansas odds
We have sourced the best men's college basketball odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | BYU | Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +2.5 (-108) | -2.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | +134 | -148 |
| Total | o159.5 (-112) | u159.5 (-108) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
BYU vs. Kansas picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Kansas -2.5 | -110 |
| Moneyline | Kansas | -148 |
| Total | Under 159.5 | -108 |
According to our men's college basketball best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 159.5 total points.
BYU vs. Kansas game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's men's college basketball action between Kansas and BYU at Allen Fieldhouse is scheduled to start at 4:30 PM ET.
- Who: BYU vs. Kansas
- Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026
- Time: 4:30 PM ET/1:30PM PT
- Venue: Allen Fieldhouse
Conclusion
We predict Kansas, with a 61% win probability, will likely beat BYU on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate BYU vs. Kansas insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Dave Garofolo uses sophisticated AI-driven analytics to make predictions and evaluate player performances in the NBA, MLB, NFL, NHL, NCAAM, and PGA TOUR tournaments, crafting insightful game and prop previews.
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