Saint Mary’s vs Alabama Odds, Prediction and March Madness Picks March 23

If you’re diving into March Madness betting, this game is a classic contrast of styles. It’s also one of the toughest college basketball lines of the second round. Alabama, known for its high-octane offense, takes on a gritty Saint Mary’s squad that thrives in slow, physical games.

Both teams still have long-shot odds to win the NCAA Basketball Championship, but this is a must-win game to keep the dream alive.

Saint Mary’s vs Alabama Prediction Today March 23

My prediction

Even though Alabama looked shaky at times and almost made NCAA basketball news for the wrong reason in the first round, the Crimson Tide has the tools to bounce back in a big way here. The Gaels want a rock fight, but the Tide have shown they can force teams into track meets — and Saint Mary’s won’t survive that kind of game. The matchup also leans heavily on Alabama’s offensive efficiency, which should overpower Saint Mary’s stout defense if the Tide gets into a rhythm.

Top 3 Saint Mary’s vs Alabama Betting Picks

My top picks

1. Saint Mary’s vs Alabama ATS Pick: Alabama -5.5
2. Saint Mary’s vs Alabama O/U Pick: Over 149
3. Saint Mary’s vs Alabama top prop: Grant Nelson Over 6.5 Rebounds

My Analysis

Alabama’s tempo and offensive firepower make the Crimson Tide the betting play at -5.5, especially against a Saint Mary’s team that struggles to score in high-possession games. While the Gaels will try to slow things down, Alabama has hit 80+ in nearly every game, per NCAAB betting trends, making the Over 149 a solid lean. For a non-scoring player prop, Grant Nelson over 6.5 rebounds offers value at +102 — he’s Alabama’s most active presence on the glass and should thrive against Saint Mary’s slow but physical frontcourt.

This might not end up being the most exciting NCAA men’s basketball game on Sunday, but it’s going to be worth betting on with these winning picks.

Saint Mary’s vs Alabama March Madness Best Point Scorer Prop

Mark Sears Over 17.5 Points (-114)

Guard Mark Sears dropped 20+ in five of his last six and leads a Bama offense that thrives in transition. Against a defense as good as Saint Mary’s, the Tide will rely heavily on their best shot creator to get buckets when things slow down — and he’s shown he can deliver and I’m confident in adding him to my expert NCAAB picks this weekend.

Bet On Mark Sears Over 17,5 Points

Saint Mary’s vs Alabama How To Watch

• Game: Saint Mary’s (29-5) vs Alabama (26-8)
• Location: Rocket Arena, Cleveland, OH
• Date/Time: Sunday, March 23, 6:10 p.m. ET
• Saint Mary’s vs Alabama Live Stream: Fubo.tv

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