Kansas Jayhawks vs Baylor Bears Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

In an upcoming nationally televised conference battle, the Kansas (15-5, 6-3 Big 12) will face off against Baylor (13-7, 5-4 Big 12) in Texas. Both teams have had recent games that ended in close scores, with Kansas narrowly defeating UCF and Baylor falling to BYU. The tipoff is set for 4:00 EST and will be aired on ESPN. Baylor opens as the betting favorite at -1.5, with the current line at Baylor -2.5. This matchup is anticipated to be competitive, as both teams look to secure a victory in this highly anticipated game.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Jayhawks +108 | Bears -132

Spread: Jayhawks +2.5 (-110) | Bears -2.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 142 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Baylor will win straight-up is 57%.

Kansas Jayhawks

The Kansas Jayhawks currently find themselves in unfamiliar territory as they have fallen to fifth in the Big 12 standings with a 6-3 record in conference play. Despite recent losses to Missouri, West Virginia, and #7 Houston, they remain a dangerous team and are ranked 11th in the country. The team is led by top perimeter scorer Zeke Mayo, who transferred in from South Dakota State and is averaging 15.4 PPG. The big man in the middle, Hunter Dickinson, leads the team with 16.3 PPG and 9.9 RPG, while top playmaker Dajuan Harris Jr. leads with 5.8 APG. KJ Adams adds athleticism as a power forward with 8.4 PPG. Kansas is currently projected to be a 3-seed in the NCAA Tournament according to Bracketology. Offensively, the Jayhawks are ranked 100th overall, averaging 77.55 points per game and shooting well from the field and the free-throw line. Defensively, they excel in limiting opponent field goal percentages and three-point shooting. The team averages a high number of rebounds, assists, and few turnovers on both ends of the court. Overall, Kansas is ranked 9th in KenPom rankings and is projected to be a strong contender in the upcoming NCAA Tournament.