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Bold Predictions for Cincinnati vs SMU (Let’s End With a Bang)

By Vinnie Portell

Feb 26, 2023; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Cincinnati Bearcats guard Jeremiah Davenport (24) reacts with guard Landers Nolley II (2) during the second half against the Memphis Tigers at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 26, 2023; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Cincinnati Bearcats guard Jeremiah Davenport (24) reacts with guard Landers Nolley II (2) during the second half against the Memphis Tigers at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports /
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It’s an anti-climactic finish to the regular season for Cincinnati (19-11) against SMU (10-20) today, but that doesn’t mean it has to be boring.

Fans who have followed the teams all season probably have a good idea of what’s about to happen today, and you can cash in on it with the new-user promotion at BetMGM Sportsbook.

I have some bold predictions for this regular-season finale; you probably have some yourself. Why not test one of them out with a fully insured bet at BetMGM?

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Here are a couple of ideas for you when you’re combing through the options:

Cincinnati Covers and Over Total Points

Pick a stat. Any stat. Chances are, the Bearcats are astronomically better than the Mustangs.

Cincinnati ranks better in points per game, offensive and defensive efficiency, rebounding, 3-point shooting, and on and on.

The Bearcats only beat SMU by two in a 54-52 slugfest in mid-January, but the Mustangs are 1-5-2 against the spread in their last eight road games. There’s not much to gain for the Mustangs here, but there is crucial seeding on the line for the Bearcats. Expect Cincinnati to roll.

The Mustangs are NOT a top-ranked team when it comes to most stats, but they do play fast (37th fastest pace in the nation). This game won’t be as low scoring as the last time these teams met and combined to shoot barely better than 30% from the field.

The over is 6-3-1 in Cincinnati’s last 10 games and 7-3 in SMU’s last 10 games. Take Cincy with the spread and the over for one last win in the regular season.

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Game odds refresh periodically and are subject to change.

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