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Minnesota vs. Oregon prediction: Oregon favored to win men's college basketball matchup [2/17/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get Minnesota vs Oregon predictions for college basketball Tuesday.
Men's college basketball action continues on Tuesday at 10:30 PM ET as Minnesota locks horns with Oregon in men's college basketball action at Matthew Knight Arena.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven college basketball model predicts Oregon as the most likely winner of the Minnesota vs. Oregon game.
This article offers further insights into Tuesday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks.
Minnesota vs. Oregon prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Tuesday's NCAA basketball matchup between Minnesota and Oregon 10,000 times as part of our men's college basketball predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives Oregon a 64% chance of defeating Minnesota. Our predicted final score has Oregon winning 71-68.
According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and Minnesota and Oregon each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the 136.5-point over/under has a 55% chance of going over.
Minnesota vs. Oregon odds
We have sourced the best men's college basketball odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Minnesota | Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +3.5 (-105) | -3.5 (-108) |
| Moneyline | +150 | -180 |
| Total | o136.5 (-105) | u136.5 (-114) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Minnesota vs. Oregon picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities 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 | Minnesota +3.5 | -105 |
| Moneyline | Oregon | -180 |
| Total | Over 136.5 | -105 |
According to our men's college basketball best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 136.5 total points.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Minnesota vs. Oregon game-day updates and essential details
Tuesday's men's college basketball matchup between Oregon and Minnesota at Matthew Knight Arena is scheduled to begin at 10:30 PM ET.
- Who: Minnesota vs. Oregon
- Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2026
- Time: 10:30 PM ET/7:30PM PT
- Venue: Matthew Knight Arena
Conclusion
We predict Oregon, with a 64% win probability, will likely beat Minnesota on Tuesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Minnesota vs. Oregon insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn 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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