This Pro Pick was released to clients on January 02, 2026 at 11:07AM ET.
img CBB

Portland at Saint Mary's

January 2, 2026
img10:00 PM Eastern

Portland is a huge underdog, but has a potent offense, averaging 80.6 points. Five players are scoring in double figures on a team that shoots 49.2% from the field. They come off a cover against Santa Clara, a 92-85 loss as a double-digit underdog. Meanwhile, Saint Mary's is on a 3-7 spread run. That includes an 85-72 win at home over Arkansas State as a 20-point favorite. The last time these teams met, Portland covered as a +23.5 dog in a 79-66 game. Play Portland. 

1 unit on Portland +22.5 (-110) (risk 1 to return 1.91)
Result:
WIN
FINAL
1H
2H
F
Portland Pilots
27
30
57
Saint Mary's Gaels img
42
36
78
consensus consensus
odds odds
 
TAKE THE GUESSWORK OUT OF SPORTS BETTING

Get free CBB Picks

I pore over the data, injuries, news, and odds every morning.
You get the best bets delivered to your inbox.