Check out an enticing college basketball betting chance this Sunday, December 17, at 5:00 PM ET, featuring the Nebraska Cornhuskers (8-2) against the Kansas State Wildcats (8-2) at Bramlage Coliseum in Kansas. The Cornhuskers boast a +5.5 (-120) point spread, signaling their anticipated performance of either winning or losing by no more than five points.

 

 

The Cornhuskers were able to get back on track and stop their two-game losing streak with a recent victory. This was a 77-70 outing over the Michigan State Spartans, with Juwan Gary leading their offense with 20 points in that victory.

 

Brice Williams has been crucial in conducting their offense. Currently, he averages 14.0 points per game, makes 46.4 percent of his shots, and has an 87.5 percent success rate on free throws.

 

The Cornhuskers are putting up 77.3 points per game and shoot 44.6 percent form the floor. With 15.5 assists each game, they show they do a great job at moving the basketball.

 

They have kept their opponents down to 66.8 points each game. They also attack the boards well with 40.0 rebounds per performance. In addition, they cause some issues on defense with their 2.7 blocks and 4.9 steals per game.

 

 

The Wildcats have won their last five games, with three of them being overtime thrillers. Their most recent success was a 75-60 showing over the LSU Tigers. Cam Carter was outstanding and had 19 of his 21 points in the first half.

 

Carter is averaging 16.9 points each game and shooting 41.8 percent. If he can have a strong outburst like he did against the Tigers, they have an excellent shot to stay ahead.

 

The Wildcats put up 80.9 points each game and are shooting 44.7 percent from the field.

 

They boast 16.3 assists per matchup, which is slightly better than the Cornhuskers.  Their defense has allowed 72.5 points, but have snatched 40.4 rebounds a game overall. They also show more intensity on defense with 3.8 blocks and 6.9 steals each game.

 

 

MyBookie has the odds that show the Kansas State Wildcats as moderate favorites to win.

 

However, the points spread offers a better opportunity to earn more from your wager, with the Cornhuskers slightly favored to cover. Market analysis shows the Wildcats have a 72.5 percent chance of winning.

 

 

The Cornhuskers have an opportunity to win if they can slow the pace of this game down. However, the Wildcats have run with everyone and it is easy to fall into their trap.