Kansas Jayhawks vs Utah Running Utes Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The upcoming Big 12 matchup between Kansas and Utah is set to tip off at 10:00 EST at the Jon M. Huntsman Center. Kansas, ranked 17th, comes into the game with a record of 17-7 SU and 11-13 ATS. They recently defeated Colorado as favorites at home. Utah, with a record of 13-11 SU and 11-13 ATS, suffered a loss to Cincinnati as underdogs on the road. Kansas is currently favored by 6.5 points in the betting line. Stay tuned for more updates on this late night game.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Jayhawks -290 | Running Utes +230

Spread: Jayhawks -6.5 (-110) | Running Utes +6.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 145.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Kansas will win straight-up is 74%.

Kansas Jayhawks

The Kansas Jayhawks have been struggling to find consistency in their recent games, alternating wins and losses in their last seven matchups. Despite their 8-5 record and fifth place in the Big 12, they are ranked 11th in the NET Rankings and projected as a No. 4 seed in Joe Lunardi's Bracketology. In their recent game against Colorado, the Jayhawks showcased a strong defensive effort, holding their opponent to just 26 first-half points and forcing eight turnovers. On the offensive end, they shot 46.6% from the field and had four starters score in double digits. Overall this season, the Jayhawks have averaged 76.4 points per game, shooting 47.8% from the field and 34.2% from beyond the arc. Defensively, they are giving up 66.3 points per game and holding opponents to 38.7% shooting from the field. With a power ranking of 195, Kansas ranks 120 in offense and 44 in defense, with a record of 24-11. Their offensive stats include shooting 47.77% from the field and 71.92% from the free-throw line, while defensively they allow 38.68% shooting from the field and 29.04% from three-point range.