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NIT picks today: Tuesday's First Round men's best bets include North Carolina-Wilmington vs. Yale play [3/17/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get men's NIT picks and best bets for Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
Today’s men's NIT picks for March 17, 2026 are here, with North Carolina-Wilmington vs. Yale and Davidson vs. Oklahoma State among the First Round matchups identified as top value plays across Tuesday’s National Invitational Tournament slate.
Dimers’ predictive analytics engine runs 24/7, going over the latest men's college basketball odds to discover top betting edges throughout the tournament. The result? Data-backed picks that help Dimers Pro members make smarter decisions.
List of men's NIT picks tonight [3/17, updated 3:37PM ET]
Below, you’ll find today’s top men's NIT bets, ranked by edge for Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
North Carolina-Wilmington +4.5 (-102)
- Edge: 5.0%
- Probability: 55.5%
- Matchup: North Carolina-Wilmington vs. Yale (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
Our model has identified value on North Carolina-Wilmington +4.5 at -102 odds. A 55.5% probability produces an edge of 5.0%, making this the strongest play for today's slate.
Davidson +6.5 (-105)
- Edge: 3.8%
- Probability: 55%
- Matchup: Davidson vs. Oklahoma State (8:00PM ET, Tuesday)
Davidson +6.5 carries a 3.8% edge and a probability of 55% at -105 odds, according to our model.
Tulsa -6.5 (-115)
- Edge: 3.8%
- Probability: 57.3%
- Matchup: Stephen F. Austin vs. Tulsa (9:00PM ET, Tuesday)
Tulsa -6.5 vs. Stephen F. Austin at -115 odds shows a 3.8% edge, supported by a 57.3% probability in simulations.
South Alabama vs. Auburn over 153.5 points (-105)
- Edge: 2.9%
- Probability: 54.1%
- Matchup: South Alabama vs. Auburn (10:00PM ET, Tuesday)
A 2.9% edge and 54.1% probability make South Alabama vs. Auburn over 153.5 points at a value play in the South Alabama vs. Auburn matchup, per our model.
Wyoming vs. Wichita State over 147.5 points (-110)
- Edge: 2.4%
- Probability: 54.8%
- Matchup: Wyoming vs. Wichita State (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
Wyoming vs. Wichita State over 147.5 points at -110 odds presents a 2.4% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 54.8%.
Men's NIT best bets summary: Tuesday, 3/17/2026
As of 3:37PM ET, here are our top men's NIT bets by edge:
| Matchup | Bet | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Carolina-Wilmington vs. Yale | North Carolina-Wilmington +4.5 | -102 @ FanDuel | 5.0% | 55.5% |
| Davidson vs. Oklahoma State | Davidson +6.5 | -105 @ FanDuel | 3.8% | 55% |
| Stephen F. Austin vs. Tulsa | Tulsa -6.5 | -115 @ FanDuel | 3.8% | 57.3% |
| South Alabama vs. Auburn | Over 153.5 Points | -105 @ BetMGM | 2.9% | 54.1% |
| Wyoming vs. Wichita State | Over 147.5 Points | -110 @ BetMGM | 2.4% | 54.8% |
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Conclusion
Today's men's NIT best bets are locked and loaded for March 17, 2026, featuring plays such as North Carolina-Wilmington +4.5 and Davidson +6.5. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.
All odds and probabilities in this article are correct and accurate at the time of publication.
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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