Ohio State basketball vs. Minnesota preview, prediction, and odds

Ohio State hits the road again for another key matchup against the Minnesota Golden Gophers. We’ve got your preview, prediction, and odds.

How It’ll All Go Down

Ohio State looked fantastic against Nebraska, but this is a different animal. Minnesota is playing really well, especially at home. Not because there are a glut of fans obviously, but because the Gophers are comfortable in Williams arena. The shooting background and floor are unique, but the team itself is a very, very good one. The Buckeyes will play well, but it won’t be quite enough to stop a Minnesota team that has a dynamic player that’s going to get everyone involved and be a nuisance himself.

Final Score

Minnesota 77, Ohio State 70

Line

Ohio State -1.5 (Odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook.)

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