This is David with Tonyspicks.com, here with a two-team college basketball parlay for Monday, November 4, 2024. We have a ton of games on the college basketball slate today, and the first one we’re looking at is Michigan State taking on Monmouth.
Game 1: Michigan State vs. Monmouth
Michigan State lost a lot of production from last year’s team, but so did Monmouth, as they lost their leading scorer. We know Michigan State dropped their season opener last year to James Madison, so I believe Coach Izzo will have the team focused and ready this time around. Unlike last season, I expect Michigan State to dominate down low. I’m very confident in their front court; while their guard play might be questionable, I think the Spartans will control the paint against Monmouth. So, give me Michigan State at minus 19.5.
Game 2: Michigan vs. Cleveland State
For the second game, we’re staying in Michigan, looking at the Michigan Wolverines taking on the Cleveland State Vikings. Michigan, of course, has a new head coach and almost an entirely new roster—only two or three players from last season are back. A fresh start in Ann Arbor could be a good thing after last season’s challenges. I’m looking at the total here, currently set at 146, and I like the over.
I watched one of Michigan’s scrimmages against Toledo; they scored very efficiently and played well offensively, but their defense struggled, pushing them to the brink. I think Michigan’s defense isn’t where it needs to be yet. They’ve brought in some strong scorers, and while Dusty May from FAU had defensive issues last season, I believe Cleveland State can push Michigan a bit, getting into the 60s while Michigan does the rest. So, I’m taking the over 146 in the Michigan vs. Cleveland State game.
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