Big Noise Tipico CBB parlay of the day (Feb. 20)

Multiple times each week, FTN Bets’ resident college basketball junkie, Brad Evans, will attempt to posterize the ‘books with his favorite selections, whether sides, totals, teasers or parlays. As always, fade or follow Brad’s picks — fading is encouraged — that’s up to you.

2-leg alternative line parlay play: West Virginia (+8.5), USC (-3.5) (Tipico Sportsbook)

Odds: +114

Leg 1: West Virginia (+8.5) at Texas

Texas, freezing, without electricity in many parts and embroiled in controversy due to certain leader’s selfish actions. Similar to an individual who will not be named, hopping on a plane bound for Cancun and avoiding Texas at all costs is warranted, at least basketball wise. How the Longhorns respond to the past week’s uneasy events is anyone’s best guess. It’s possible the week off better prepared them for Saturday’s tussle against the Mountaineers. No matter their mental state, it’s a very difficult matchup. WVU’s inside-outside combination of Derek Culver and Deuce McBride is a tall task for a ‘Horns defense that ranks No. 198 in effective field-goal percentage since January 21. UT’s scoring balance was the difference in their 72-70 victorious escape from Morgantown earlier this year. However, with the Mountaineers searing offensively over their past seven games totaling 1.20 points per possession and 41.4% from three, revenge will undeniably be served cold.

Leg 2: Arizona at USC (-3.5)

Fee. Fi. Fo. Fum. I smell an underclassman. Evan Mobley is a giant in many areas. He’s a spindly seven-footer who protects the rim, plays unselfishly and can score in myriad ways. Unquestionably a lottery pick this upcoming NBA draft, he and the Trojans are snoozing out West as Gonzaga continues to garner all of the headlines. USC has won 14 of its past 15 contests straight up showcasing excellent team-wide balance, evidenced by its top-20 standing in offensive and defensive efficiency. Equally impressive for betting devices, the Trojans are 8-4 ATS at home and 12-6 ATS as the favorite. Arizona boasts talent, but it’s largely underachieved in February. Over their past five contests, the Wildcats are a laughable 250-plus in effective field-goal percentage offense and defense. USC’s disruptive length and prolific scoring ability inside gives it a major advantage. When the final buzzer sounds a victory in the 8- to 10-point range should be notched.

Season record: 24-28

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