Central Florida Golden Knights vs Cincinnati Bearcats Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The College Basketball Crown tournament features a matchup between the UCF Knights and Cincinnati Bearcats at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. As part of the tournament, the top four teams will receive NIL packages, with the winning team's package valued at $300,000. Cincinnati is currently the betting favorite with a -6 opening line that has not moved. Stay tuned for our full UCF vs Cincinnati prediction.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Golden Knights +224 | Bearcats -265

Spread: Golden Knights +6 (-110) | Bearcats -6 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 154 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Cincinnati will win straight-up is 73%.

Central Florida Golden Knights

UCF Knights secured a narrow 76-75 victory over Oregon State in the opening round, following a season marked by highs and lows. Despite a strong start of 10-2, including a significant win over Texas A&M, setbacks like a 99-48 loss to Kansas on January 5th have seen the Knights struggle, going 5-12 in their last 17 games. Offensively, UCF averages 79.2 points per game but grapples with shooting percentages of 42.3% from the field and 33.8% from three-point range. However, they excel at the free-throw line, hitting 77.6%. Defensively, they allow 80 points per game with opponents shooting 45.1% against them. Key player Keyshawn Hall leads with 18.8 points and 7.1 rebounds per game. The Central Florida Bearcats, ranked 268 in offense and #26 in defense with a power ranking of 82, have a 19-15 record. They hit 44.78% of their field goals, 66.81% of free throws, and 32.01% of three-pointers. Defensively, they allow 42.94% of field goals and 75.44% of free throws. Additionally, they average 34.48 rebounds, 13.70 offensive assists, and 10.24 turnovers per game. The Bearcats also allow 33.23% of three-pointers, average 33.58 defensive rebounds, 12.12 defensive assists, and 13.03 turnovers per game.