College basketball is back in full swing, and we’re back with our college basketball best bets.
It’s officially college basketball season, as week two kicks off. We’ve gotten our first looks at the top teams in the country, and teams from across the nation have finally seen some game action in the 2024-2025 season.
We’re back at it with our college basketball best bets!
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Wagner vs. St. John’s Betting Preview and Best Bets
All Wagner vs. St. John’s odds are from DraftKings Sportsbook and are correct as of Wednesday, Nov. 15.
- Spread
St. John’s -26 - Moneyline
Wagner +1800, St. John’s -5000 - Over/Under
143.5 - Game Time
6:30 p.m. ET - Location
Carnesecca Arena| Queens, NY - How To Watch
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Under the guidance of head coach Rick Pitino, now in his second season, the Red Storm have started the year with purpose, posting convincing wins over Fordham and Quinnipiac. They’ve leaned on a refreshed roster that features eight new faces — yet it’s returning guard RJ Luis Jr. who’s quickly emerged as the team’s backbone. Averaging 18 points and 7.5 rebounds, Luis put up an impressive 24 points and 13 boards against Quinnipiac, proving he’s ready to lead this ranked squad.
Wagner, meanwhile, comes in with some experience against ranked teams. They opened their season against then-No. 25 Rutgers, and while they struggled in that matchup, they regrouped to defeat NJCAA Manor College 94-52. They’ll enter Wednesday’s game as 26-point underdogs — a sizeable gap, but one they’ll embrace.
The Red Storm’s trio of talent — Wilcher, Luis Jr., and Seton Hall transfer Kadary Richmond — has the power to dictate games, bringing a high-energy, fast-paced style that can overwhelm. It’s the kind of chemistry that can carry a team deep into the season, and tonight at Carnesecca Arena, expect St. John’s to continue proving why they’re back among college basketball’s best.
BEST BET: St. John’s -26
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Cal vs. Vanderbilt Betting Preview and Best Bets
All Cal vs. Vanderbilt odds are from DraftKings Sportsbook and are correct as of Wednesday, Nov. 15.
- Spread
Vanderbilt -7.5 - Moneyline
Cal +275, Vanderbilt -345 - Over/Under
158 - Game Time
8:00 p.m. ET - Location
Memorial Gymnasium | Nashville, TN - How To Watch
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The California Golden Bears, riding a perfect start to the season, head to Nashville for a Wednesday night clash against the Vanderbilt Commodores in what promises to be an intriguing early-season showdown. New to the ACC, Cal enters 2-0 after a solid win over Cal Poly, while SEC member Vanderbilt also boasts a clean 2-0 record, coming off a home victory against Southeast Missouri.
Both programs are experiencing a resurgence, led by fresh faces at the helm. Cal’s Mark Madsen, now in his second season, and Vanderbilt’s recently appointed Mark Byington bring renewed energy and transfer talent to their teams. With impressive rosters stacked on both sides, these two teams are evenly matched, defying the odds that lean heavily toward the Commodores.
Cal has a potent offensive edge, featuring sharpshooters like Andrej Stojakovic and versatile forward Rytis Petraitis, who can make defenses pay. Should Vanderbilt switch to Byington’s favored 1-3-1 zone, Cal is well-equipped to respond, spreading the floor and picking apart defensive schemes with ease.
While Vanderbilt’s game has gained traction, their home court may not yet be the fortress they hope it to be. Cal’s blend of balance and intensity could propel them to cover the spread in what promises to be a tightly contested, high-energy contest in Nashville. This should be a very competitive basketball game.
