Villanova @ Kansas o143.5 (-110) - Click Here for Odds
Fri Mar 28 ‘08 9:40p
This posted total between the Villanova Wildcats and Kansas Jayhawks may seem right on based on year-to-date averages, but we actually expect Kansas to get challenged here, leading to a lot of late free throws to pad this final score.

In fact, both of these teams have virtually identical averages this season in regards to total game scores, although the average winning margins are very different. Kansas games are averaging 142.8 points, with the Jayhawks outscoring their opponents by an average score of 81.4-61.4. By comparison, Villanova games are averaging 142.6 points, but the Wildcats are only winning an average score of 73.2-69.4.

That said, Villanova may be playing their best basketball of the year right now, and their 45.3 field goal percentage over the last five games is significantly better than their 43.3 percent average for the season. Also, bumping and grinding with Big East competition every night is a nice way to prepare for this still Kansas defense.

Still, we do feel that Kansas is the much better team here, and we do see the Jayhawks ultimately withstanding a Wildcats challenge. However, we do see these teams combining for around 150 points in the process.

CBB Free Pick: Villanova, Kansas Over 143.5

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