Tuesday's college basketball slate brings us plenty of interesting matchups, so I've chosen a few for a three-leg parlay featuring two moneylines and a spread play.
First, I'm looking at the SEC, where the Georgia Bulldogs host the Florida Gators. Then, I'll turn my attention to the Big Ten for a matchup between the Northwestern Wildcats and Minnesota Golden Gophers.
Finally, a Mountain West clash closes out our action, as New Mexico takes on San Diego State.
College Basketball Parlay for Tuesday, Feb. 25
With the matchups set, let's dive into my college basketball parlay and NCAAB picks for Tuesday, Feb. 25.
College Basketball Picks, Parlay
- Georgia +7.5 vs. Florida (-110)
- Minnesota ML -135 vs. Northwestern
- San Diego State ML -142 vs. New Mexico
Parlay Odds: +448 via DraftKings
Remember that some parlays are long shots for a reason, so please bet responsibly.
Georgia +7.5
7 p.m. ET · SEC Network
Tonight will be the 226th head-to-head meeting between Georgia and Florida. The Gators lead the all-time series, 125-100.
Florida pulls into this contest with a record of 24-3 and a ranking of third in the nation.
The Gators have been one of the biggest surprises in college basketball this season with Todd Golden leading the way as one of the best coaches in the sport.
The Gators haven't lost a game since a 64-44 defeat at the hands of now-No. 5 Tennessee on Feb. 1.
Walter Clayton Jr. leads the Gators with 17.1 points per game and 4.0 assists per game. while FAU transfer Alijah Martin has averaged 15.0 points and 2.5 assists. Will Richard has also added 12.6 points and 1.8 assists.
On the other side, Georgia enters the contest with a record of 16-11.
Tonight is a massive game for the Bulldogs, who are looking to build their March Madness resume. The Dawgs desperately need a win tonight to keep their tournament hopes alive.
Georgia has been ice-cold lately, losing four straight games to ranked teams. The Bulldogs' last win came over LSU on Feb. 5.
Georgia hasn't reached the NCAA Tournament since 2015.
Freshman Asa Newell leads the team with 15.4 points per game and 6.7 rebounds, while Silas Demary Jr. has averaged 12.1 points and 3.2 assists. Dakota Leffew has also added 9.9 points and 1.9 assists.
We'll ride with the home underdog tonight.
Georgia will play a desperate form of basketball on its home floor tonight. Our Action PRO Report sets this line at 6.5, giving us a point of value on the Bulldogs.
Minnesota ML -135
7 p.m. ET · Peacock
Northwestern enters this game with a record of 14-13.
The Wildcats won't reach the Big Dance this season unless they win the Big Ten Tournament. That will be difficult, though, as Northwestern has lost three of its last four games.
The Cats last played on Feb. 20 when they beat Ohio State, 70-49, on the road.
Junior Nick Martinelli leads Northwestern with 19.7 points per game and 6.7 rebounds per game, while Brooks Barnhizer has averaged 17.1 points and a team-best 8.8 rebounds. Jalen Leach has also added 14.3 points and 3.4 assists.
On the other side, Minnesota has posted a record of 14-13.
Like its opponent, Minnesota will not be headed to the NCAA Tournament unless it wins the Big Ten Tournament. The Golden Gophers haven't reached March Madness since 2019.
Senior Dawson Garcia leads the team with 19.4 points and 7.4 rebounds per game, while Lu'Cye Patterson has averaged 11.7 points and 3.4 assists. Mike Mitchell Jr. has added 10.0 points and 2.9 assists per game as well.
We'll ride with the home favorite tonight. The Golden Gophers match up well with this Wildcats team.
Northwestern has been the worst road team in the Big Ten this season with a record of 1-8 in games away from Evanston.
San Diego State ML -142
11 p.m. ET · FS1
New Mexico enters the game with a record of 22-5 — the best mark in the Mountain West.
The Lobos have won eight of their last nine games. The lone loss for New Mexico came against Boise State on Saturday.
Donovan Dent leads the Lobos with 19.6 points and 6.5 assists per game.
On the other side, San Diego State sits at 18-7 on the season. That record has the Aztecs on the bubble of the NCAA Tournament.
Brian Dutcher has led his team to the Big Dance in four straight seasons, including an appearance in the national title game in 2023.
The Aztecs have won three of their last four games.
Nick Boyd leads the team with 12.8 points per game.
San Diego State has played its best basketball at home this season, owning a record of 10-3. The Aztecs desperately need a win tonight and will take care of business on their home floor tonight.
