Conference USA semifinal from Fort Worth. A few models, including SportsLine's, believe that UAB should be a slight favorite here -- and that's not even taking into account the status of Western Kentucky star Charles Bassey, who aggravated a previous back injury in the Hilltoppers' 80-67 win over UTSA on Thursday. Bassey had 21 points and nine rebounds before checking out. If he does play in such a quick turnaround, it's likely much less than 100 percent and if he doesn't play, UAB should win easily. The Blazers have covered four straight as underdogs.

I thought this line was going to be WKU -4.5 instead it’s WKU -1.5. On Thursday night, WKU played later and won but its star player and potential first-round draft pick Charles Bassey injured his back and did not return. Look for UAB to take advantage of a tough situational spot for the Hilltoppers.