Samford vs. Western Carolina Prediction, Odds, College Basketball Picks [1/16/2024]

Western Carolina will take on Samford, in what is expected to be a tight College Basketball game, at Ramsey Center on Tuesday, commencing at 6:00PM ET.

Dimers.com's in-depth betting preview for Tuesday's Samford vs. Western Carolina matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

Samford vs. Western Carolina Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread

We have used innovative machine learning and data analysis to simulate the result of Tuesday's College Basketball matchup between Samford and Western Carolina 10,000 times, in line with our coverage of College Basketball predictions.

Our independent predictive analytics model gives Western Carolina a 53% chance of beating Samford, and our predicted score is Samford 79-79 Western Carolina.

According to our model, Samford (+1.5) has a 56% chance of covering the spread, while the Over/Under total of 157.5 points has a 53% chance of going under.

While there is no way for a College Basketball game to end in a tie, our prediction of 79-79 is based on each team's average score after 10,000 simulations of Samford vs. Western Carolina.

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Samford vs. Western Carolina Odds

We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Samford	Western Carolina
Spread	+1.5 (-105)	-1.5 (-115)
Moneyline	+110	-128
Total	o157.5 (-110)	u157.5 (-110)

• Western Carolina is listed as the -1.5 favorite against Samford, with -115 at BetMGM Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the underdog Samford (+1.5) to cover the spread, BetMGM also has the best odds currently on offer at -105.
• FanDuel Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for Western Carolina at -128. That means you can risk $128 to win $100 for a total payout of $228 if it gets the W.
• Elsewhere, BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for Samford at +110, where you can put down $100 to profit $110, earning a total payout of $210 if it wins.
• The Over/Under for total points scored is set at 157.5 with DraftKings Sportsbook, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -110, as well as the best odds for the Under at -110.

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

As always, make sure you check the sportsbooks you can bet with in your state for the best College Basketball odds and lines.

Samford vs. Western Carolina Picks

By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have identified the best betting picks to place on this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Spread	Samford +1.5	-105 🔥
Moneyline	Samford	+110
Total	Under 157.5	-110

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While Western Carolina is more likely to win the game, taking Samford moneyline is the best option due to the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the betting odds currently on offer.

Taking advantage of the edges published here at Dimers is crucial to achieving long-term profitability.

Dimers' College Basketball best bets are based on complex simulations and betting expertise to bring you the best possible plays every day of the year.

Don't forget, our model updates frequently, so keep an eye on this page for any changes to our betting insights ahead of Samford vs. Western Carolina on Tuesday January 16, 2024.

Samford vs. Western Carolina Game Information

Tuesday's game between Western Carolina and Samford in College Basketball at Ramsey Center is scheduled to begin at 6:00PM ET.

• Who: Samford vs. Western Carolina
• Date: Tuesday January 16, 2024
• Time: 6:00PM ET / 3:00PM PT
• Venue: Ramsey Center

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Conclusion

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