CBB Best Bets & Expert Picks for Today 18th February 2025

Get ready for college basketball on Tuesday, February 18, featuring 29 regular-season CBB games to bet on today.

Our predictive analytics model has simulated the outcome of each matchup and identified the top five betting opportunities, with the best bet of the day coming in the South Carolina vs. LSU matchup at 9:00PM ET.

We're also placing wagers on the Jacksonville vs. Florida Gulf Coast and Villanova vs. Connecticut, making this an exciting Tuesday for CBB betting.

CBB Best Bets for Today

Tuesday's CBB slate features five bets with a betting edge according to our model. The best value is South Carolina +2.5, offering an edge of 5.1% at odds of -102.

Top CBB Picks for 18th February 2025

Prepare for a riveting day of basketball action with our top picks for 18th February 2025. These plays offer valuable opportunities for success, thanks to precise data analysis and predictive algorithms.

Having analyzed every spread, total and moneyline, each pick is precisely chosen to offer an edge in today's college basketball matchups.

Elevate your Tuesday betting experience with these expertly curated picks that are free from the emotional biases typical of human-made picks.

South Carolina +2.5 (-102)

• South Carolina vs. LSU (9:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• 5.1% edge
• 55.6% probability
• Best odds available with FanDuel Sportsbook

With a calculated edge of 5.1% and a probability of 55.6%, the South Carolina +2.5 spread bet at -102 is our best bet for today's basketball. Don't miss this top pick in the South Carolina vs. LSU matchup at 9:00PM ET, available at FanDuel Sportsbook.

Jacksonville +3.5 (-115)

• Jacksonville vs. Florida Gulf Coast (6:30PM ET, Tuesday)
• 4.9% edge
• 58.4% probability
• Best odds available with BetMGM

With a probability of 58.4% and an edge of 4.9%, the Jacksonville +3.5 spread bet at -115 is another valuable option. Place your bet on this high-value pick in the Jacksonville vs. Florida Gulf Coast game before it begins at 6:30PM ET, with the best odds available at BetMGM.

Ball State +7.5 (-102)

• Ball State vs. Toledo (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• 4.3% edge
• 54.8% probability
• Best odds available with FanDuel Sportsbook

With an edge of 4.3% and a probability of 54.8%, the Ball State +7.5 spread bet at -102 with FanDuel Sportsbook is our next top bet for Tuesday. Don't let these odds pass you by in the Ball State vs. Toledo matchup at 7:00PM ET.

Villanova +7.5 (-102)

• Villanova vs. Connecticut (6:30PM ET, Tuesday)
• 4.3% edge
• 54.8% probability
• Best odds available with FanDuel Sportsbook

Today's fourth pick is Villanova +7.5 at -102, with a probability of 54.8% and an edge of 4.3%. Don't miss out on this prime betting chance in the Villanova vs. Connecticut matchup at 6:30PM ET, available at FanDuel Sportsbook.

Kent State vs. Bowling Green Over 140.5 Points (-105)

• Kent State vs. Bowling Green (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• 4.0% edge
• 55.2% probability
• Best odds available with BetMGM

Our college basketball analysis highlights the over 140.5 points at -105 as another top wager, backed by an edge of 4.0% and a 55.2% probability of coming through. Capitalize on this advantageous betting opportunity in the Kent State vs. Bowling Green game at 7:00PM ET, available at BetMGM.

Best CBB Parlay for Tuesday

Tuesday's CBB parlay consists of three legs, offering odds of +677 at FanDuel Sportsbook.

Conclusion

At BettingOdds.com, our CBB play of the day is South Carolina to cover the +2.5 spread. Additionally, we have four further bets and a +677 parlay, offering value for those seeking data-driven action on today's basketball slate.

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