This is a 10* GAME OF THE MONTH on Houston.

Most picked the Illini to come out of the Midwest Region, but the next favorite in line would have been Houston.

HOuston is the best offensvie rebounding team in the nation. The Cougars face a Byalor defense which is No. 28 in adjusted efficiency. Keep your eyes on Quentin Grimes, who I think will be a serious matchup issue for the Bears.

Baylor is the top 3-point shooting team in the country, averaging 41.1 percent from the floor. Houston though is one of the best on the defensive ends, ranking among the best in field-goal defensive percentage.

Houston is also 7-1 ATS in its last eight neutral site games as an underdog and 11-2 ATS in its last 13 as an underdog overall.

Houston has a legitimate shot at winning this one outright, as its advantage on the offensive glass and in defending will at the very least, help it take this one right down to the wire.

Grab as many points as you can.

Good luck, NP