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SMU vs. Stanford prediction: Stanford favored to win men's college basketball matchup [2/28/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get SMU vs Stanford predictions for college basketball Saturday.
Men's college basketball action continues on Saturday at 6:00 PM ET as SMU squares off with Stanford in men's college basketball action at Maples Pavilion.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven college basketball model gives Stanford a slight edge with a 54% win probability over SMU.
This article offers further insights into Saturday's SMU vs. Stanford matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks.
SMU vs. Stanford prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NCAA basketball matchup between SMU and Stanford 10,000 times as part of our men's college basketball predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives Stanford a 54% chance of defeating SMU. Our predicted final score has Stanford winning 78-76.
According to our model, Stanford (+1.5) has a 57% chance of covering the spread, while the 155.5-point over/under has a 52% chance of staying under.
SMU vs. Stanford odds
We have sourced the best men's college basketball odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | SMU | Stanford |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -1.5 (+105) | +1.5 (-122) |
| Moneyline | -105 | -105 |
| Total | o155.5 (-105) | u155.5 (-112) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
SMU vs. Stanford picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current 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 | Stanford +1.5 | -122 |
| Moneyline | Stanford | -105 |
| Total | Under 155.5 | -112 |
According to our men's college basketball best bets, the top play to make on this game is Stanford to win.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
SMU vs. Stanford game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's men's college basketball matchup between Stanford and SMU at Maples Pavilion is scheduled to start at 6:00 PM ET.
- Who: SMU vs. Stanford
- Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026
- Time: 6:00 PM ET/3:00PM PT
- Venue: Maples Pavilion
Conclusion
We predict Stanford, with a 54% win probability, will likely beat SMU on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate SMU vs. Stanford insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date 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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