We’ve got you covered for the best college basketball props today, Thursday, Nov. 20. Thursday has a few games, but there is some star power taking the hardwood. Check out our college basketball player props, college basketball predictions, and expert analysis for tonight’s biggest matchups.
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College Basketball Props Today: Top 25 Games – Thursday, Nov. 20
Here are the biggest matchups from tonight’s college basketball slate:
6:00 PM ET – #1 Purdue vs Memphis (FS1) | Baha Mar Championship, Nassau, Bahamas
- Spread: Purdue -6.5
8:30 PM ET – #15 Texas Tech vs Wake Forest (FS1) | Baha Mar Championship
- Spread: Texas Tech -4.5
9:30 PM ET – Mississippi State vs Kansas State (ESPNU) | Hall of Fame Classic, Kansas City
- Spread: Kansas State -7.5
7:00 PM ET – #20 Tennessee vs Tennessee State (SECN+)
- Spread: Tennessee -28.5
7:00 PM ET – #14 St. John’s vs Bucknell (FS2)
- Spread: St. John’s -19.5
9:00 PM ET – Houston vs Rider (TNT)
- Spread: Houston -40.5
Top College Basketball Player Props Tonight – Expert Picks (Nov. 20)
Let’s check out some of the best player props for college basketball today.
Bryce Hopkins Higher Than 20.5 Points + Rebounds + Assists
Bryce Hopkins transferred to St. John’s from Providence and is averaging 14.0 PPG, 4.0 RPG, 2.7 APG this season (20.7 PRA total). The line is set at 20.5, which is right at his season average—but here’s the edge: Hopkins is a rhythm player who’s still adjusting to a new system. He cleared this line in just 20 minutes of a blowout against William & Mary.
At Providence last season, Hopkins averaged 15.8 PPG and 8.5 RPG before injuries derailed him. He’s healthy now, and St. John’s needs him to be their primary creator. The over 20.5 PRA is a solid value play if you believe Hopkins is trending up as the season progresses.
Braden Smith Higher Than 18.5 Points
Braden Smith is the Bob Cousy Award winner (nation’s top point guard) and is averaging 17.8 PPG, 8.5 APG, 4.8 RPG this season for #1 Purdue. The line is set at 18.5 points, and Smith has already hit 20+ points twice this season (20 pts vs Oakland on Nov 7, 29 pts vs Alabama).
Memphis plays aggressive perimeter defense, but Smith is an elite scorer who can get his buckets in transition and off ball screens. He’s shooting 40% from three on 5.0 attempts per game and 76% from the free throw line. Purdue’s going to lean on Smith in a neutral-site tournament game against a quality opponent.
Remember: When Betting CBB Props
Whether you’re in a state with full college player prop access (Kansas, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina) or you’re using pick’em platforms like PrizePicks and Underdog Fantasy, tonight’s slate offers sharp edges and tournament-winning upside.
Remember:
- Verify your state allows college basketball props before betting
- Use pick’em platforms if traditional sportsbooks aren’t available
- Target high-usage players in favorable matchups
- Manage your bankroll and don’t chase parlays
Good luck tonight. Let’s cash some college basketball player props.
College Basketball Props Strategy
Target These Player Prop Types:
- Points Over/Under: Focus on high-usage players (30%+ usage rate)
- Rebounds Over/Under: Target big men in uptempo games
- Assists Over/Under: Primary ball-handlers in blowout wins
- Combined Props (Pts + Reb + Ast): High-floor, high-ceiling players
The key to winning college basketball props today is understanding:
- Pace of play (faster pace = more possessions = more stats)
- Usage rates (who gets the ball in crunch time)
- Matchup advantages (interior vs perimeter scoring)
- Injury replacements (who steps up when stars are out)
- Blowout potential (starters sit early in lopsided games)
Bankroll Management:
- Start with 2-3 pick entries on PrizePicks/Underdog
- Don’t chase 6-pick parlays (variance is too high)
- Diversify across multiple players/games
- Track your results and adjust
Where Is College Basketball Prop Betting Legal?
Understanding where college basketball props are legal is crucial before placing any bets. College player prop betting laws vary significantly by state due to NCAA lobbying efforts to protect amateur athletes.
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