#4 Kansas vs #13 Samford Free Pick and Prediction – March 21
🏀 March Madness Showdown! Can #13 Samford upset #4 Kansas? 🤔💰 Our free pick & insights inside.
Game matchup:
March 21, 9:55 PM EST
Spread and Odds
Samford | +7.5 | 153.5 (-110) Kansas | -7.5 | 153.5 (-110)
Overall Betting Records
Samford | 29-5-0 | 18-14-0 | 15-17-0 Kansas | 22-10-0 | 13-18-1 | 14-17-1
Key Matchup Statistics
| Statistic | Kansas | Samford |
|---|---|---|
| Points Per Game | 75 (111th) | 84.3 (8th) |
| Opponents Points Per Game | 69.1 (79th) | 74.4 (232nd) |
| Possessions Per Game | 71.2 (141st) | 75.5 (12th) |
| Offensive Efficiency | 1.053 (129th) | 1.117 (25th) |
| Defensive Efficiency | 0.97 (37th) | 0.985 (67th) |
| True Shooting Percentage | 113.1% (61st) | 119.6% (8th) |
Statistical Analysis
Kansas's offense will clash with Samford's defense, showcasing a battle of efficiency versus pace. With Kansas's lower offensive efficiency and Samford’s high-scoring offense, expect an explosive encounter.
Samford's defensive shortcomings, especially allowing 74.4 points per game, might offer the disciplined Kansas squad opportunities to capitalize, especially at home where they average nearly 80 points.
Looking into the matchup history and current form, this game is ripe for unexpected twists. Despite Kansas's defensive prowess, Samford's relentless scoring could challenge them thoroughly.
Betting Trends section:
Given Kansas's struggle with covering spreads (41.9% ATS record) and Samford's high scoring, betting on Samford to cover might make sense. Also, consider the over, as Samford's games tend to be high-scoring affairs.
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Betting advice:
While Kansas’s defensive stats are respectable, Samford's offensive dynamism, highlighted by their true shooting percentage and high points per game, cannot be ignored. Trends suggest Samford could cover the spread, potentially making them a smarter bet.
Game prediction:
Given the statistical insights and considering both teams' performance, Samford +7.5 seems like a valuable pick. Additionally, betting on the over 153.5 could also be wise, expecting a high-scoring game.
Summary section
- 🏆 #13 Samford’s offensive firepower could put #4 Kansas's defense to the test.
- 📊 Trends suggest Samford has the edge to cover the spread.
- 🤑 Consider the over, as both teams have tendencies that lean towards a high-scoring affair.
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