College basketball continues to deliver excitement with key matchups and predictions for Saturday, December 6. Gonzaga, fresh off a loss, aims to rebound against Kentucky in Nashville, while Cincinnati faces a heated rivalry against Xavier in the Crosstown Shootout, both games featuring top-ranked teams and intense rivalries. Gonzaga's strong frontcourt led by Graham Ike and Braden Huff will try to bounce back from their recent defeat, whereas Kentucky struggles with injuries but seeks an upset. Cincinnati's elite defense will challenge Xavier's improving offense at the Cintas Center. Additionally, the ACC/SEC Challenge sees Arkansas hosting Louisville in a competitive matchup, with Arkansas favored to win at home despite recent struggles. Alabama is expected to beat Clemson, but the game could be close if Clemson's defense disrupts Alabama's perimeter shooting. Other notable games include LSU at Boston College, where LSU is favored but Boston College has been competitive, and Mississippi State at Georgia Tech, with Mississippi State favored on the road. Vanderbilt is heavily favored against SMU, and Texas faces Virginia in a close contest, with Texas slightly favored. Predictions favor Louisville over Arkansas, Alabama over Clemson, LSU over Boston College, and Vanderbilt over SMU, among others. The weekend also features various expert analyses, simulations, and betting insights, with CBS Sports providing detailed predictions and coverage of all major college basketball events.