We have another exciting American Athletic matchup on the schedule as the UAB Blazers and South Florida Bulls are set to tip off at 4 p.m. ET on Sunday at Bartow Arena. UAB is 15-9 overall and 11-3 at home, while USF is 12-13 overall and 1-7 on the road. The Blazers have dominated this series, winning eight of the last ten meetings against USF.

UAB is favored by 8.5 points in the latest odds, with the over/under set at 157.5 points. Before entering any picks for the UAB vs. USF game, take a look at the predictions from the advanced computer model at SportsLine.

Why UAB can cover

UAB faced a setback with a loss against East Carolina on Tuesday, falling 82-75 despite being up 43-31 at one point. Yaxel Lendeborg contributed significantly with 22 points and 10 rebounds, while Christian Coleman added a double-double as well. UAB has performed well at home, boasting a 7-0 record in their last seven games at Bartow Arena.

Why USF can cover

The Bulls are coming off a disappointing 80-65 loss to Memphis, suffering on the offensive boards and finishing with only four offensive rebounds. Key players for USF include Jamille Reynolds and Jayden Reid, who both maintain solid average points per game.

How to make picks

The model has simulated the UAB vs. South Florida matchup 10,000 times, with results suggesting a lean towards the Under and providing a point-spread pick that hits in over 50% of simulations. For a deeper dive, visit SportsLine for the latest picks.