SMU Mustangs vs Stanford Cardinal Picks and Prediction for Saturday, February 28, 2026
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SMU heads to Maples Pavilion for an ACC matchup against Stanford on Saturday evening. The Mustangs are 19-9 overall and 8-7 in conference play, tied for 8th in the ACC standings. Stanford is 17-11 overall and 6-9 in league action, 12th in the conference race. SMU dropped its last game 73-69 on the road at California, while Stanford earned a 75-67 home win over Pittsburgh in its most recent outing. Cash in a winner with our free college basketball picks.
Game Information
- Date: Saturday, February 28
- Time: 6:00 PM ET
- Location: Maples Pavilion, Stanford, CA
- TV: ACC Network
SMU Mustangs Preview
SMU averages 86.2 points per game and shoots 49.9% from the field, ranking among the top offensive teams in the ACC. Boopie Miller leads the Mustangs with averages of 18.6 points and 6.8 assists per contest, setting the tone in the backcourt. Jaron Pierre Jr. is second with an average of 17.4 points per game, while B.J. Edwards contributes 12.7 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 4.9 assists, giving SMU balance across multiple positions. Samet Yigitoglu controls the paint with 10.8 points and a team-high 7.9 rebounds per contest. The Mustangs average 38.1 rebounds and 17.8 assists per game, and average 7.2 steals per contest. Defensively, SMU allows 77.4 points per game.
Injury Report: SMU has no players listed on its injury report.
Key Stats – Per Game
- Points: 86.2
- Points Allowed: 77.4
- Rebounds: 38.1
- Assists: 17.8
- Steals: 7.2
- Blocks: 3.7
- Turnovers: 11.3
Stanford Cardinal Preview
Stanford averages 75.1 points per game while shooting 42,8% overall and allowing an average of 72.3 points each game. Ebuka Okorie leads the Cardinal with averages of 22.8 points and 3.4 assists per contest, serving as the primary scoring option. Chisom Okpara adds 13.9 points per game, and Benny Gealer chips in 10.7 points while stretching the floor from beyond the arc. AJ Rohosy leads the team with 5.4 rebounds per contest, helping anchor the frontcourt. Stanford averages 34.2 rebounds and 11.9 assists per game, and the Cardinal rely on defense and timely shooting to stay competitive in ACC play.
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Injury Report: Anthony Batson, Kristers Skrinda, Tallis Toure, and Chisom Okpara are out.
Key Stats – Per Game
- Points: 75.1
- Points Allowed: 72.3
- Rebounds: 34.2
- Assists: 11.9
- Steals: 7.9
- Blocks: 3.6
- Turnovers: 10.9
SMU vs Stanford Prediction
SMU’s scoring and ability to shoot near 50% from the field present a tough challenge for a Stanford team that has struggled to generate consistent offense. While the Cardinal have been competitive at home and are coming off a win, the Mustangs’ backcourt production and rebounding will make the difference on the road. SMU will control tempo and limit second-chance opportunities to dictate the flow of the game and outcome. Final Score Prediction: SMU Mustangs win and cover ATS, 84-76.
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