Memphis vs Boise State Predictions, Picks, Odds

For many, this may be one of the closest games of all that we will see in the first round. Both teams are known as “giant killers” in this March Madness, although one of them will be eliminated quickly in what promises to be a great game of teams that finished the season on a roll.

Picks and Predictions for the Memphis Tigers vs Boise State Broncos NCAA Basketball Championship Round 1 Game on March 17 2022

Where: Moda Center – Portland, Oregon
When: Thursday, March 17th, 1:45 PM ET
Betting Line: Memphis Tigers (-2.5) vs Boise State Broncos (+2.5)

Memphis Tigers Betting Preview (Seeding #9)

Overall Record: 21-10
Conference Record: 13-5
Spread: -2.5
Over/Under: Under 133.5
Moneyline: -145

If Memphis loses, it will be against a team that forces turnovers and shoots well from long range. The Tigers are one of the worst ball-caring teams and their interior-based defense allows teams to cast good looks from deep.

However, their offense is very complete. The team is supported by three pillars: Landers Nolley, Jalen Duren and Tyler Harris. Nolley is an effective passer, Harris can shoot from wherever he wants, and Duren is efficient in the paint. Not for nothing are they the sixth best team in the nation in efficiency since February 1st.

Boise State Broncos Betting Preview (Seeding #8)

Overall Record: 27-7
Conference Record: 15-3
Spread: +2.5
Over/Under: Under 133.5
Moneyline: +125

After starting the season 3-4, Boise State finished 23-3. The top seed in the Mountain West tournament played all the way to the conference championship game, so the Broncos have every reason to be considered a dangerous team in the big dance.

This is a team that relies on defense and consistency. That’s the reason why, in order to beat Memphis, they will have to use their size under the rim and the ability to soften the Tigers’ attack. They will have to find consistency when slowing down the game, limit offensive rebounds, and shoot well from 3-point range. The Broncos are solid at avoiding the fastbreak and their pace limits opponents’ ability to run.

JefeBet Prediction

Predicting a winner in such a close game is unfair for both teams. However, the two quintets are used to playing close matches and good defenses. This time I’m going to the Under of commitment.