Iona is outmatched against their former coach's new program. A 2-0 SU and ATS mark is great for the Gaels, but that came against Vermont and NJIT. The Johnnies are a massive step up in class and are likely hungry to put forth a better showing than their 78-63 win over Monmouth on Monday.
Penn State is projected to be one of the worst power conference teams in the country, so don't be fooled by their wins over Canisius and Chattanooga to start the season. Pitt will be a massive step up in class for Mike Rhoades' bunch, and we like how the Panthers match up against the Nittany Lions in the front court.
For all intents and purposes, Cal is the inferior team in this game. Houston is one of the sport's premier programs under Kelvin Sampson. That said, the Cougars are processing the loss of four starters. With so many new faces, it may be difficult to win by 20+ against an ACC outfit on a neutral court. The Golden Bears have a good bit of size to annoy Houston here.
