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Memphis vs. USF prediction: South Florida favored to win men's college basketball matchup [2/19/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get Memphis vs USF predictions for college basketball Thursday.
USF will take on Memphis in men's college basketball action at Yuengling Center on Thursday, commencing at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' advanced college basketball model predicts South Florida as the most likely winner of the Memphis vs. USF game.
This article offers further insights into Thursday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks.
Memphis vs. USF prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Thursday's NCAA basketball matchup between Memphis and USF 10,000 times as part of our men's college basketball predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives South Florida a 77% chance of defeating Memphis. Our predicted final score has South Florida winning 85-76.
According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and Memphis and South Florida each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 163.5 points has a 52% chance of staying under.
Memphis vs. USF odds
We have researched the best men's college basketball odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Memphis | USF |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +8.5 (-105) | -8.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | +360 | -425 |
| Total | o163.5 (-115) | u163.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Memphis vs. USF 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 | Memphis +8.5 | -105 |
| Moneyline | Memphis | +360 |
| Total | Under 163.5 | -105 |
According to our men's college basketball best bets, the top play to make on this game is Memphis to win.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Memphis vs. USF game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's men's college basketball action between USF and Memphis at Yuengling Center is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Memphis vs. South Florida
- Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Yuengling Center
Conclusion
We predict South Florida, with a 77% win probability, will likely beat Memphis on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Memphis vs. South Florida insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from the latest 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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