Loyola Chicago vs San Francisco

Dons guard Marcus Green enters this matchup riding a three-game win surge that has propelled San Francisco forward, especially with Loyola Chicago struggling through a two-game slump on the road. The Ramblers’ center remains sidelined with a lower-body issue, leaving an opening for the Dons’ tall front line to dominate the paint. Meanwhile, Loyola Chicago’s leading scorer has historically struggled against San Francisco’s zone defense, a trend that could impact playoff positioning given both teams have surpassed 41 contests this season. With a moderate level of confidence and a solid potential return, we give this pick a B.

Loyola Chicago enters this contest intent on halting a two-game skid, while San Francisco boasts a modest three-game uptick in momentum. Despite the Ramblers losing their veteran point guard to a sprained ankle, their explosive frontcourt has a history of exceeding 20 points against the Dons. On the other side, San Francisco’s high-scoring backcourt, led by a sharpshooting senior with double-digit performances in four consecutive matchups versus Loyola, remains a major threat. Expect a fast-paced affair with these teams likely trading buckets well past the 144.5 threshold. With a B+ confidence rating, a $100 wager could net an extra $110 if the Over hits.

Loyola Chicago, fresh off a two-game skid, should welcome the return of its starting guard from a minor knee flare-up (verified active roster), while San Francisco looks to extend its three-game win streak despite missing a key reserve forward with a sore ankle. Historically, the Ramblers have fared well against West Coast conference foes, and that past success might ignite timely confidence in this showdown. Backing Loyola Chicago at +5.5 promises a decent payout if the underdog covers, earning this wager a B+ rating for both likelihood and overall return potential.