New Mexico vs Michigan State

Michigan State’s leading guard enters this contest riding a three-game winning streak alongside his teammates, an edge that looms large over a New Mexico squad looking to rebound from its recent two-game slump. The Lobos’ center remains sidelined with a knee issue, potentially hampering their interior defense during critical stretches. Meanwhile, Michigan State’s forward, who has repeatedly excelled against the Lobos in past meetings, is poised for another standout performance. With both teams well past the 41-game mark, the Spartans appear determined to secure a convincing result for postseason positioning.

New Mexico’s shooting guard, fresh off a three-game winning surge, looks to capitalize on a depleted Michigan State backcourt missing its primary ball-handler due to a lingering ankle issue, thus opening a scoring window too big to ignore. While New Mexico's 17-3-27-7 mark might suggest inconsistency, their standout forward has historically torched the Spartans, who sit at 17-3-28-6 and have won four straight. Michigan State’s star center is still expected to dominate the boards in spite of minor knee soreness from last week, boosting second-chance scoring possibilities. Betting on this total passing 148.5 offers a decent payday and ranks as a confident B+ pick for those willing to back a potentially lucrative offensive showcase. According to team officials, no further rotation alterations are planned, increasing the likelihood of a high-scoring result.