Men's college basketball picks today: Saturday's best bets include North Texas vs. Wichita State play [1/10/2026]

North Texas vs. Wichita State over 128.5 points (-105)

• Edge: 7.0%
• Probability: 58.2%
• Matchup: North Texas vs. Wichita State (3:00PM ET, Sunday)

Our model has identified value on over 128.5 points in North Texas vs. Wichita State at -105 odds. A 58.2% probability produces an edge of 7.0%, making this the strongest play for today's men's college basketball slate.

Washington -2.5 (-102)

• Edge: 5.1%
• Probability: 55.6%
• Matchup: Ohio State vs. Washington (6:00PM ET, Sunday)

Washington -2.5 carries a 5.1% edge and a probability of 55.6% at -102 odds, according to our model.

Wright State +3.5 (-102)

• Edge: 5.0%
• Probability: 55.5%
• Matchup: Wright State vs. Oakland (3:00PM ET, Sunday)

Wright State +3.5 vs. Oakland at -102 odds shows a 5.0% edge, supported by a 55.5% probability in simulations.

Washington ML (-140)

• Edge: 4.9%
• Probability: 63.2%
• Matchup: Ohio State vs. Washington (6:00PM ET, Sunday)

A 4.9% edge and 63.2% probability make Washington at the moneyline at a value play in the Ohio State vs. Washington matchup, per our model.

North Texas +5.5 (-102)

• Edge: 4.5%
• Probability: 55%
• Matchup: North Texas vs. Wichita State (3:00PM ET, Sunday)

North Texas +5.5 at -102 odds presents a 4.5% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 55%.

UC Irvine +4.5 (-105)

• Edge: 4.3%
• Probability: 55.5%
• Matchup: UC Irvine vs. Hawaii (12:00AM ET, Sunday)

Our model finds value on UC Irvine +4.5 at -105 odds, supported by an edge of 4.3%.

Utah ML (+900)

• Edge: 3.9%
• Probability: 13.9%
• Matchup: BYU vs. Utah (10:00PM ET, Saturday)

Our model has uncovered value on Utah ML at +900 odds. A 13.9% probability produces a 3.9% edge, making this a strong play for today's men's college basketball action.

Illinois vs. Iowa over 143.5 points (-110)

• Edge: 3.6%
• Probability: 56%
• Matchup: Illinois vs. Iowa (12:00PM ET, Sunday)

A 3.6% edge on a 56% probability makes over 143.5 points at -110 odds a solid value play in today's Illinois vs. Iowa matchup.

Saint Joseph's (PA) +8.5 (-105)

• Edge: 3.6%
• Probability: 54.8%
• Matchup: Saint Joseph's (PA) vs. Richmond (12:00PM ET, Sunday)

Our model projects value on Saint Joseph's (PA) +8.5 at -105 odds. A 54.8% probability produces a 3.6% edge, making Saint Joseph's (PA) the favorable side in Saturday’s matchup.

Detroit Mercy -7.5 (-105)

• Edge: 3.6%
• Probability: 54.8%
• Matchup: BYU vs. Utah (1:00PM ET, Sunday)

Rounding out our top 10 bets, Detroit Mercy -7.5 at -105 odds shows a 54.8% probability and a 3.6% edge.

NCAAM best bets summary: Saturday, 1/10/2026

As of 9:35PM ET, here are our top men's college basketball bets by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
North Texas vs. Wichita State	Over 128.5 Points	-105 @ BetMGM	7.0%	58.2%
Ohio State vs. Washington	Washington -2.5	-102 @ DraftKings	5.1%	55.6%
Wright State vs. Oakland	Wright State +3.5	-102 @ FanDuel	5.0%	55.5%
Ohio State vs. Washington	Washington ML	-140 @ BetMGM	4.9%	63.2%
North Texas vs. Wichita State	North Texas +5.5	-102 @ FanDuel	4.5%	55%
UC Irvine vs. Hawaii	UC Irvine +4.5	-105 @ BetMGM	4.3%	55.5%
BYU vs. Utah	Utah ML	+900 @ DraftKings	3.9%	13.9%
Illinois vs. Iowa	Over 143.5 Points	-110 @ BetMGM	3.6%	56%
Saint Joseph's (PA) vs. Richmond	Saint Joseph's (PA) +8.5	-105 @ BetMGM	3.6%	54.8%
Cleveland State vs. Detroit Mercy	Detroit Mercy -7.5	-105 @ DraftKings	3.6%	54.8%

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

• BYU vs. Utah (10:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Loyola Marymount vs. Santa Clara (10:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Wyoming vs. Nevada (10:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Fresno State vs. San Diego State (11:00PM ET, Saturday)
• UC Irvine vs. Hawaii (12:00AM ET, Sunday)
• Illinois vs. Iowa (12:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Saint Joseph's (PA) vs. Richmond (12:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Cleveland State vs. Detroit Mercy (1:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Memphis vs. Florida Atlantic (1:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Canisius vs. Iona (1:00PM ET, Sunday)

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Conclusion

Our men's college basketball best bets are locked and loaded for January 10, 2026, featuring plays such as over 128.5 points in the North Texas vs. Wichita State matchup and Washington -2.5. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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