College basketball race to 10 bets are a quick and painless way to place a wager and receive immediate results. Race to 10 points is the newest fad in prop betting. You can instantly be up (or down) a multitude of units on any given night, or even afternoon when college hoops are involved. Thankfully, we're up big as things stand, going 6-0 in our college basketball race to 10 bets thus far.
Here are three Race to 10 bets you need to make for an intriguing college basketball slate on Tuesday, February 20, 2024:
Syracuse vs NC State
Matchup: Syracuse vs NC State 7pm ET
| Team | Odds | Record |
|---|---|---|
| Syracuse | +110 | 16-10 |
| NC State | -155 | 16-9 |
Pick: Syracuse +110
Syracuse had quite the week, upsetting the tenth-ranked North Carolina Tar Heels, before losing a close game on the road to Georgia Tech. The victory over North Carolina demonstrated the Orange' ability to start fast and harass their opponents into mistakes. The Orange are 22nd in the nation in potential points off breakaway steals, with star Judah Mintz and do-it-all forward Maliq Brown each averaging over two steals a game.
Judah Mintz went off for a big game against North Carolina. He finished with
— KJ (@Kjpistons) February 14, 2024
25 Points
5 Rebounds
4 Assists
3 Steals
73% FG
Syracuse also got the win. pic.twitter.com/jtqVL7d6RZ
Mintz and sophomore J.J. Starling have the ability to get hot quickly, combining for 48 points in the win over North Carolina. Syracuse loves to get out and run and could blitz NC State into some quick turnovers. Additionally, the Wolfpack have started slow at home of late, losing the race to 10 in three of their last four home contests. We're riding with the Orange as our first race to 10 bet.
San Diego State vs Utah State
Matchup: San Diego State vs Utah State 9pm ET
| Team | Odds | Record |
|---|---|---|
| San Diego State | -105 | 20-6 |
| Utah State | -135 | 21-5 |
Pick: San Diego State -105
San Diego State's stifling defense gives them a distinct advantage in the race to 10 versus Utah State. The Aztecs allow less than 93 points per 100 possessions, good for seventh in the country. They're aggressive defense forces turnovers that lead to easy buckets. In fact, San Diego State has steadily made its way up the College Basketball National Championship odds board as the season has progressed.
Besides, the Aztecs will hold the rebounding edge on both ends of the court here. Utah State has also been mediocre at hitting their free throws (72%) and three-pointers (31%) of late. Bet on San Diego State to win the race to 10.
Maryland vs Wisconsin
Matchup: Maryland vs Wisconsin 9pm ET
| Team | Odds | Record |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | +105 | 18-7 |
| Wisconsin | -145 | 18-7 |
Pick: Wisconsin -165
The Badgers combine the ability to score off of fast breaks (11th in the country) and get to the free-throw (20th), with a defense that allows only 98 points per 100 possessions and does a fantastic job of denying second-chance points.
Maryland is likely to be overwhelmed here, as the Terrapins shoot just 30% from three and 42% overall on the year. Expect Wisconsin to race out a lead early in this Big Ten clash. Bet on the Badgers to win the race to 10.
