Michigan State @ Memphis u136.0 (-110) – Click Here for Odds 
Fri Mar 28 ’08 9:55p
Yes, the Memphis Tigers and Michigan State Spartans are both capable of scoring in bunches, but defense wins championships and we look for both defensive units to rise up here.

Memphis may be one of the flashiest teams in the country, so it is easy to forget the fact that they do have a tenacious defense that has gotten them through some games this season when they were less than spectacular offensively. The Tigers are allowing just 61.1 points per game on 38.6 percent shooting for the entire year, and prior to allowing 74 points to Mississippi State on Sunday, they had allowed 63 points or less in six straight games.

Now Michigan State is more known for their defense, and with good reason. They too are limiting opponents below 40 percent shooting this year, at 39.8 percent, while permitting 61.7 points per contest. They have not allowed more than 65 points in any of their last six contests.

While some fans may be disappointed, look for defense to prevail in this matchup tonight.

Free Pick: Michigan State, Tigers Under 136

CBB Free Pick: Michigan State, Tigers Under 136

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