The Sweet 16 resumes Friday evening with plenty of intrigue and possibilities. Here’s a look into tonight’s matchups, courtesy of NBC Sports…

5-Gonzaga (+190) vs. 1-Purdue (-230)

Spread: Boilermakers -5.5 | O/U: 154.5

Tip-Off: Friday, March 29 @ 7:39P ET on TBS

Zach Edey’s rebound total sits at an appetizing 12.5 (-130) for this one. He has grabbed at least 14 in both tournament games despite playing just 27 and 31 minutes in each. Not a big enough sample size? Since the calendar flipped to 2024, Edey has cleared 10 or more boards in 19 of 22 games and has grabbed 13 or more 13 times. If you are still not a believer in the big fella and the Boilermakers, look at Ryan Nembhard OVER 7.5 Assists (-110). The junior has been credited with at least nine assists in each of the Zags’ last five games and in eight of their last eleven.

3-Creighton (+136) vs. 2-Tennessee (-162)

Spread: Volunteers -3 | O/U: 144

Tip-Off: Friday, March 29 @ 10:20P ET on TBS

Money has not moved the Spread but has dropped the Total to an even 144. That is a nod to Tennessee’s defense. The Volunteers do not cover the number often but they win and have done so 18 of 21 times when listed as a -155 or greater favorite. Zakai Zeigler is the engine that makes Tennessee go. Take a look at playing OVER 5.5 assists (-150). He has totaled at least seven in four of the last five games. If you like Tennessee to win, consider playing Zeigler to get 8+ assists (+215).

11-North Carolina State (+235) vs. 2-Marquette (-290)

Spread: Golden Eagles -6.5 | O/U: 151.5

Tip-Off: Friday, March 29 @ 7:09P ET on CBS

There are numerous angles to attack this one. When Marquette wins, they cover having done so in 12 of their last 13 victories. Tyler Kolek is what makes them go and his sense for the game and in the moment is next level. Back in the lineup after missing the Big East Tournament, Kolek has tallied 11 assists in each of the Golden Eagles’ first two Tournament games. His number is set at 7.5 (-160) but you can find 10+ assists (+175) if you think the All America point guard controls the game. On the other side, Marquette’s primary weakness is on the boards and that is Mohamed Diarra’s game. His number is set at a robust 10.5 rebounds (-145) but know he has pulled down at least 12 in each of State’s last six games.

4-Duke (+160) vs. 1-Houston (-192)

Spread: Cougars -4 | O/U: 134.5

Tip-Off: Friday, March 29 @ 9:40P ET on CBS

While Houston is overall the more experienced and tournament-tested team, both these teams are led by veteran point guards. Can Jeremy Roach and the Blue Devils handle the pressure of the Cougars and are they willing to go to the tough places on the court to get loose balls and draw contact? They have not been that team to date this season. If the game officials allow Houston’s defense to get up into the Blue Devils, the Cougars will move on to the Elite 8. With the game in Houston’s backyard, bank on the officials swallowing their whistles. Take the Cougars and lay the points.