The Mustangs will play the Racers on Friday, December 22nd, 2023. Your timezone's tip off time is 6:00 pm EST. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Moneyline Mage
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Pages
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
The SMU and Murray State basketball teams will play on Friday, December 22nd, 2023 as the 2023-24 college basketball season continues to roll along. Now that both teams have a few games under their belts, let’s size up this matchup by looking at some performance metrics and key stats.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - SMU currently has a 98.33 conference power ranking so far in the 2023-24 season. The SportsBetting3.com conference power ranking for Murray State is 95.33.
- Away SMU - SMU heads into this game with a 1-1 record as an away team, ranking them 3rd in the American Conference for away team wins.
- Home Murray State - Murray State will host SMU sporting a 3-2 record as a home team. They currently rank 5th in the Missouri Valley Conference for home team wins for the 2023-24 season.
- Conference Win Percentage - SMU currently ranks 1st (0.000) in the American Conference, with Murray State now standing 2nd (0.500) for their conference win percentage in the 2023 Missouri Valley Conference for the 2023-24 college basketball season.
- Overall Win Percentage - SMU has a 0.667 overall win percentage. Their opponent, Murray State, has a 0.273 overall win percentage.
- Team Records - SMU has a 8-4 regular season overall record. Murray State has notched a 3-8 standing so far in the 2023-24 college basketball season.
Moneyline Mage
Spelling out the winners with humor since the middle ages.
Ladies and gentlemen, gather 'round and witness the clash of the hardwood wizards! On December 22nd, 2023, the majestic SMU Mustangs, with an 8-4 overall record, will venture into Murray State's domain. Murray State, with a 3-8 overall standing, seeks to defend their home turf.
In the realm of college basketball, conference records are vital enchantments. They determine seeds for the conference tournament, adding intrigue to this competition. As of now, SMU holds a 0-0 American Conference standing, while Murray State stands at 1-1 in the Missouri Valley Conference. These records may sway the tides of destiny.
SMU arrives with the winds of triumph at their backs, winning their last two battles. On the other hand, our hosts, Murray State, bear the burden of defeat, having suffered five consecutive losses. Can SMU continue their streak or will Murray State rise from the depths?
For those who seek to embrace fate and put their magical coins on the line, our point spread, total, and moneyline tables show the best lines and odds for this enchanting match. If you wish to join the mystical realm of wagering, place a bet at BetMGM, BetWay, or Betrivers. May the odds be ever in your favor!
Before you embark on this journey, take a moment to review each team's futures odds and current standings below. The stage is set, and the battle of spells and skills is about to begin. Let the games commence!
Best Mustangs at Racers Odds
| Underdog Murray State | Favorite SMU |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
SMU is a -5.5 -115 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while Murray State is a +6 -110 point spread underdog at BetRivers.
The best over line is 141.5 -110 points at BetRivers, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 141.5 -105 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $105 to win $100 betting the under.
SMU is a -250 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and Murray State is a +210 moneyline underdog at BetRivers.
College Basketball Odds Example
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SMU
Murray State
12/22/23 6:00pm EST | -5.5 -115+5.5 -105 |
Underdog Murray State - Murray State bettors risk $100 to win $95.24 at -105 odds.
A +5.5 Murray State underdog bet wins if they lose by 5 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 6 or more.
Favorite SMU - SMU bettors risk $100 to win $86.96 at -115 odds.
A -5.5 SMU favorite bet wins if they win by 6 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 5 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
SMU at Murray State Prop Bets
Important Note: Some states expressly forbid individual college athlete prop bets. The following wagers may not be available depending on your particular state laws.
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SMU
Murray State
First to 5 Points
12/22/23 6:00pm EST | -140+100Bet |
SMU
Murray State
First to 10 Points
12/22/23 6:00pm EST | -155+110Bet |
SMU
Murray State
First to 15 Points
12/22/23 6:00pm EST | -160+115Bet |
SMU
Murray State
Game to Overtime
12/22/23 6:00pm EST | Yes +1150No -10000Bet |
Team Standings
| Team | W-L | Win% | Home | Away | Conf | CGB | Conf% | Strk |
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| American | ||||||||
| SMU | 20-13 | 0.606 | 14-3 | 5-8 | 11-7 | +5 | 0.611 | L3 |
| Missouri Valley | ||||||||
| Murray State | 12-20 | 0.375 | 8-8 | 4-9 | 9-11 | +8 | 0.450 | L3 |
SMU & Murray State Futures Odds
Latest College Basketball Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review March Madness odds for other teams and learn how to bet on the college basketball tournament. Also be sure to read Ron Halfback's Final Four write-up.
SMU Championship OddsNo NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament TM SMU YR: futures available
Murray State Championship OddsNo NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament TM Murray State YR: futures available
SMU & Murray State Team Pages
Review each team's futures odds, betting bonuses, current standings and other valuable information on our exclusive team betting odds pages. Team betting odds and stats update throughout the season:
How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the SMU vs Murray State College Basketball Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Friday, December 22nd, 2023 at 6:00 pm EST, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.
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Tap to the sportsbook's College Basketball page, look for the SMU vs Murray State Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's College Basketball page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the SMU vs Murray State Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.