Personal Play: January 13th
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PERSONAL PLAY:
CBB:
Kent State @ Buffalo 6:30pm EST
Buffalo is well positioned to beat Kent State tonight because they have a clear physical and athletic advantage across the roster, especially in the backcourt. Buffalo’s guards play at a faster tempo and consistently attack the rim, which puts pressure on Kent State’s half-court defense and forces breakdowns that lead to open shots. The Bulls also hold an edge on the glass, creating extra possessions while limiting Kent State’s second-chance opportunities. Defensively, Buffalo’s ability to switch ball screens and apply steady on-ball pressure disrupts Kent State’s offensive rhythm, something they have struggled with against more aggressive teams. Depth is another major factor, as Buffalo can sustain energy and intensity for the full 40 minutes, while Kent State tends to slow down when bench players are forced into larger roles. If Buffalo dictates pace and controls rebounding, they should pull away late and secure the win.
1 Unit Play: Buffalo +1
LEAN:
CBB:
Iowa State @ Kansas 9:00pm EST
Kansas can cover +3.5 against Iowa State and even win outright because Allen Fieldhouse provides one of the strongest home-court advantages in all of college basketball, where Kansas consistently plays with higher defensive intensity and confidence. The crowd energy in Lawrence disrupts opposing guards and makes it difficult for teams like Iowa State, which relies heavily on pressure defense and forcing turnovers, to stay comfortable offensively. Iowa State’s offense can become stagnant in hostile road environments, and Kansas’ ability to protect the paint and control the glass limits second-chance opportunities and easy scoring runs. Offensively, Kansas executes far better at home, showing more patience in the half court and avoiding rushed shots against physical defenses. The Jayhawks’ size, experience, and rebounding presence allow them to absorb Iowa State’s aggression and win key possession battles throughout the game. When those matchup edges are combined with the emotional lift of playing at home, Kansas covering the spread — and even winning outright — is a very realistic outcome.
1/2 Unit Play: Kansas +4