Men's college basketball picks today: Wednesday's best bets include Sacred Heart vs. Iona play [3/4/2026]

Today’s men's college basketball picks for March 4, 2026 are here, with Sacred Heart vs. Iona and Michigan vs. Iowa among the top plays identified by our model across Wednesday’s men's college basketball slate.

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List of NCAAM picks tonight [3/4, updated 9:34PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s top 10 men's college basketball bets, ranked by edge for Wednesday, March 4, 2026.

Sacred Heart +2.5 (-102)

• Edge: 5.1%
• Probability: 55.6%
• Matchup: Sacred Heart vs. Iona (6:00PM ET, Thursday)

Our model has identified value on Sacred Heart +2.5 at -102 odds. A 55.6% probability produces an edge of 5.1%, making this the strongest play for today's men's college basketball slate.

Michigan vs. Iowa over 146.5 points (-105)

• Edge: 3.8%
• Probability: 55%
• Matchup: Michigan vs. Iowa (8:00PM ET, Thursday)

Michigan vs. Iowa over 146.5 points carries a 3.8% edge and a probability of 55% at -105 odds, according to our model.

Indiana State +2.5 (-108)

• Edge: 3.7%
• Probability: 55.6%
• Matchup: Indiana State vs. Valparaiso (7:00PM ET, Thursday)

Indiana State +2.5 vs. Valparaiso at -108 odds shows a 3.7% edge, supported by a 55.6% probability in simulations.

South Florida vs. Memphis under 159.5 points (-105)

• Edge: 3.6%
• Probability: 54.8%
• Matchup: South Florida vs. Memphis (9:00PM ET, Thursday)

A 3.6% edge and 54.8% probability make South Florida vs. Memphis under 159.5 points at a value play in the South Florida vs. Memphis matchup, per our model.

Southern Utah +9.5 (-105)

• Edge: 3.5%
• Probability: 54.7%
• Matchup: Utah Valley vs. Southern Utah (8:30PM ET, Thursday)

Southern Utah +9.5 at -105 odds presents a 3.5% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 54.7%.

Jacksonville State +5.5 (-110)

• Edge: 3.2%
• Probability: 55.6%
• Matchup: Jacksonville State vs. New Mexico State (9:00PM ET, Thursday)

Our model finds value on Jacksonville State +5.5 at -110 odds, supported by an edge of 3.2%.

Middle Tennessee +2.5 (-110)

• Edge: 3.2%
• Probability: 55.6%
• Matchup: Middle Tennessee vs. Florida International (7:00PM ET, Thursday)

Our model has uncovered value on Middle Tennessee +2.5 at -110 odds. A 55.6% probability produces a 3.2% edge, making this a strong play for today's men's college basketball action.

Cal State Northridge vs. Cal State Bakersfield under 165.5 points (-105)

• Edge: 3.1%
• Probability: 54.4%
• Matchup: Cal State Northridge vs. Cal State Bakersfield (9:30PM ET, Thursday)

A 3.1% edge on a 54.4% probability makes under 165.5 points at -105 odds a solid value play in today's Cal State Northridge vs. Cal State Bakersfield matchup.

Evansville vs. Northern Iowa over 125.5 points (-106)

• Edge: 3.1%
• Probability: 54.6%
• Matchup: Evansville vs. Northern Iowa (9:30PM ET, Thursday)

Our model projects value on over 125.5 points at -106 odds. A 54.6% probability produces a 3.1% edge, making the over the favorable side in Saturday’s matchup.

Sacred Heart ML (+140)

• Edge: 2.8%
• Probability: 44.5%
• Matchup: Middle Tennessee vs. Florida International (6:00PM ET, Thursday)

Rounding out our top 10 bets, Sacred Heart to defeat Iona at +140 odds shows a 44.5% probability and a 2.8% edge.

NCAAM best bets summary: Wednesday, 3/4/2026

As of 9:34PM ET, here are our top men's college basketball bets by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Sacred Heart vs. Iona	Sacred Heart +2.5	-102 @ FanDuel	5.1%	55.6%
Michigan vs. Iowa	Over 146.5 Points	-105 @ DraftKings	3.8%	55%
Indiana State vs. Valparaiso	Indiana State +2.5	-108 @ DraftKings	3.7%	55.6%
South Florida vs. Memphis	Under 159.5 Points	-105 @ BetMGM	3.6%	54.8%
Utah Valley vs. Southern Utah	Southern Utah +9.5	-105 @ BetMGM	3.5%	54.7%
Jacksonville State vs. New Mexico State	Jacksonville State +5.5	-110 @ BetMGM	3.2%	55.6%
Middle Tennessee vs. Florida International	Middle Tennessee +2.5	-110 @ BetMGM	3.2%	55.6%
Cal State Northridge vs. Cal State Bakersfield	Under 165.5 Points	-105 @ BetMGM	3.1%	54.4%
Evansville vs. Northern Iowa	Over 125.5 Points	-106 @ FanDuel	3.1%	54.6%
Sacred Heart vs. Iona	Sacred Heart ML	+140 @ FanDuel	2.8%	44.5%

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

• Colorado State vs. New Mexico (10:00PM ET, Wednesday)
• USC vs. Washington (10:30PM ET, Wednesday)
• Drake vs. Southern Illinois (4:30PM ET, Thursday)
• Sacred Heart vs. Iona (6:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Middle Tennessee vs. Florida International (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Tulsa vs. East Carolina (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Sam Houston State vs. Delaware (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Tulane vs. Temple (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Louisiana Tech vs. Liberty (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Indiana State vs. Valparaiso (7:00PM ET, Thursday)

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Conclusion

Our men's college basketball best bets are locked and loaded for March 4, 2026, featuring plays such as Sacred Heart +2.5 and over 146.5 points in the Michigan vs. Iowa matchup. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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