Sweet 16: UConn vs. Arkansas Predictions & Odds (March 23)

Connecticut Huskies guard Jordan Hawkins (24) drives against Creighton Bluejays guard Ryan Nembhard (2) during the second half at CHI Health Center Omaha.
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The Arkansas Razorbacks advanced to the Sweet 16 after upsetting the Kansas Jayhawks. Can the Hogs pull off another shocker in the Sweet 16? We’ll find out, as Arkansas is set to face UConn on Thursday, March 23. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:15 pm ET while airing on CBS. UConn enters this game as 3.5-point favorites with the total set at 139.5. How will this one play out? Let’s dive into the UConn vs. Arkansas predictions below.

UConn vs. Arkansas Odds

  • Spread: UConn -3.5
  • Total: 139.5

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Game Info

  • Date: Thursday, Mar. 23
  • Time: 7:15 pm ET
  • Location: T-Mobile Arena — Las Vegas, NV
  • TV: CBS
  • Stream: March Madness Live

UConn Betting Trends

  • Huskies are 7-1 ATS in their last 8 games overall.
  • Huskies are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 neutral site games.
  • Under is 5-0 in Huskies last 5 games following a ATS win.

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Arkansas Betting Trends

  • Razorbacks are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 neutral site games.
  • Under is 5-0 in Razorbacks last 5 NCAA Tournament games.
  • Under is 4-1 in Razorbacks last 5 neutral site games.

UConn vs. Arkansas Predictions

Arkansas showed plenty of grit in a victory over Kansas last week, but this matchup sets up well for UConn. The Huskies are one of the best rebounding teams in the country, and they should have a sizable advantage on the glass for this game. On top of that, UConn ranks 42nd in free throw percentage, 33rd in effective field goal rate, and 14th in adjusted defensive efficiency.

Meanwhile, Arkansas ranks 266th in free throw percentage and 317th in three-point percentage. That could be problematic in a close game against a UConn team that protects the paint very well. Put it all together, and the Huskies have the upper hand with a good chance of advancing to the Elite Eight.

The Pick: UConn -3.5 | -110 at DraftKings Sportsbook