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Indiana at Purdue odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Indiana at Purdue odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 17 Indiana Hoosiers (19-9, 10-7 Big Ten) and No. 5 Purdue Boilermakers (24-4, 13-4) meet Saturday at Mackey Arena in West Lafayette, Ind. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Indiana vs. Purdue game odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

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Indiana has dropped its last 2 games on the road against Northwestern (64-62, Feb. 15) and Michigan State (80-65, Tuesday), and the Hoosiers are 0-3 against the spread (ATS) across the past 3 games overall. It seems like forever since the Hoosiers picked up a 79-74 win over the rival Boilermakers, but it was just on Feb. 4.

Purdue snapped a 2-game mini skid with an emphatic 82-55 win over disappointing Ohio State Sunday. While the Boilermakers have dropped 3 in a row on the road, they love a little home cooking, going 15-1 at home.

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Indiana at Purdue odds

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Moneyline (ML): Indiana +255 (bet $100 to win $255) | Purdue -320 (bet $320 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Indiana +7.5 (-115) | Purdue -7.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 138.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Indiana at Purdue picks and predictions

Prediction

Purdue 74, Indiana 65

Moneyline

Purdue (-320) is on the expensive side, and it will cost you more than 3 times your potential return. That’s quite expensive for a standalone bet, and there is no value in including it in a multi-team parlay, either.

AVOID.

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Against the spread

PURDUE -7.5 (-105) is worth a look, as it will use the revenge factor and a raucous home crowd to get the job done.

The Boilermakers have had some issues against the number, but they are 4-0 ATS in the past 4 games at home. On the flip side, Indiana has cashed in just 2 of the past 10 games on the road and is 2-5 ATS in the past 7 after a straight-up loss and 3-8 ATS in the past 11 after a non-cover.

Look for Purdue to exact a little revenge, getting a strong win in the process.

Over/Under

OVER 138.5 (-110) is the lean, ever so slightly. Go with a half-unit play at most.

The Under has cashed in 4 of the past 5 games for Indiana, although the Over is an impressive 9-3 in the past 12 games after a non-cover, and 6-2 in the past 8 after a straight-up loss.

For Purdue, the Over is 5-2-1 in the past 8 games overall, while going 3-0-1 in the past 4 home outings.

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Indiana at Michigan State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Indiana at Michigan State odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 17 Indiana Hoosiers (19-8, 10-6 Big Ten) visit the Michigan State Spartans (16-10, 8-7) Tuesday for a Big Ten battle in East Lansing.
Tip at Breslin Center is at 9 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Indiana vs. Michigan State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

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Indiana is 4-1 over its last 5 games. The Hoosiers have been improved on the defensive end of late, holding opponents under 40% from the field 7 times in the last 11 games.

The Spartans lost 82-69 at IU on Jan. 22 and are coming off an 84-72 loss at Michigan Saturday. MSU is at home for the 1st time since Feb. 7, where it is 8-1 across its last 9 contests.

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Indiana at Michigan State odds

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Moneyline: Indiana +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Michigan State -170 (bet $170 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Indiana +3.5 (-115) | Michigan State -3.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 135.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Indiana at Michigan State picks and predictions

Prediction

Michigan State 70, Indiana 68

Moneyline

Indiana led by 6 points or more for the last 10 minutes of the first meeting in Jan., and that was with MSU getting to the free-throw line 28 times over the course of the game. Peg IU as the value side here, but on the moneyline only a value at +140 or more.

PASS.

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Against the spread

Michigan State is shooting 40.1% on 3-pointers at home. That includes a 29-of-62 mark (46.8%) over the team’s last 3 games at the Breslin Center. Indiana comes along as a team that plays good perimeter defense (32%, 79th) and one that has been particularly sharp of late (holding teams under that mark 7 of the last 9 games).

The Hoosiers often fare well against lacking interior defense, and MSU is not particularly strong in defending the paint.

Look for IU to have a legitimate shot here; the Hoosiers have been playing a lot of close games on the road lately.

BACK INDIANA +3.5 (-115).

Over/Under

The Over (137.5) connected in the Jan. 22 meeting and is 3-1 in the last 4 IU-MSU games.

Look for faster Indiana to steer this game into a mid-pace affair. A total closer to 138-142 is hittable at a rate of probability making the OVER 135.5 (-110) a solid play.

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Indiana at Northwestern odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Indiana at Northwestern odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 15 Indiana Hoosiers (18-7, 9-5 Big Ten) battle the Northwestern Wildcats (18-7, 9-5) Wednesday. Tip from Welsh-Ryan Arena is set for 9 p.m. ET (BTN). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Indiana vs. Northwestern odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

The Hoosiers took down Michigan 62-61 Saturday to cover as 3-point road underdogs. They have now won 3 in a row and are 8-1 in their last 9 games. In that span, Indiana is 7-2 against the spread (ATS) to improve to 13-11-1 ATS on the season.

Northwestern upset Purdue 64-58 Sunday to cover as 5-point home underdogs. It has now won 3 games in a row and is 6-2 in its last 8 games. In that span, the Wildcats are 6-2 ATS to improve to 15-10 ATS this season.

Northwestern edged past Indiana 84-83 to cover as 6.5-point road underdogs in the first matchup between these 2 this season in early January.

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Indiana at Northwestern odds

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Moneyline (ML): Indiana -150 (bet $150 to win $100) | Northwestern +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
Against the spread (ATS): Indiana -2.5 (-115) | Northwestern +2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 134.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Indiana at Northwestern picks and predictions

Prediction

Northwestern 67, Indiana 63

Moneyline

BET NORTHWESTERN +125.

Northwestern is coming off a massive win against No. 1 ranked Purdue Sunday and is making a solid case for why it belongs in the top 25. It has played its best basketball on its home court with an 11-4 home record while Indiana has struggled on the road this season with just a 4-5 road record.

While this game will be a close battle, the Wildcats will be riding the momentum of their recent victories and home crowd to propel them to victory.

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Against the spread

PASS.

While the Wildcats would cover the spread with a victory, there is more money to be played on the moneyline.

If you are not as confident in a Northwestern victory, the spread is worth a play. It is 6-2 ATS in its last 8 games overall and 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games following an outright victory. The underdog is also 3-1-1 ATS in the last 5 meetings between these programs.

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 134.5 (-115).

The Under is 4-0 in the Hoosiers’ last 4 games following a ATS win, 3-0-1 in their last 5 road games and 4-1 in their last 5 games following a straight-up win. The Under is also 4-2 in their last 6 games.

For Northwestern, the Under is 4-0 in its last 5 games, and the Under is 16-6 in its last 22 home games.

Expect Northwestern to try and control the possession, which will put points at a premium.

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Rutgers at Indiana odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Rutgers at Indiana odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Rutgers Scarlet Knights (16-7, 8-4 Big Ten) and No. 18 Indiana Hoosiers (16-7, 7-5) tangle Tuesday in Bloomington. Tip time at Assembly Hall is set for 6:30 p.m. ET (Big Ten Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Rutgers vs. Indiana odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Rutgers is 3-1 straight up and 3-1 against the spread (ATS) in its last 4 games. The Knights are 16-7 ATS overall. They are allowing just 58.4 points per game, which leads the Big Ten and ranks 5th in the nation.

The Hoosiers get by more on offense as their 77.6 scoring average ranks 2nd in the conference. Indiana is coming off a Saturday win against top-ranked Purdue. IU is 6-1 since losing 3 straight games in early-January.

Rutgers beat Indiana 63-48 on Dec. 3 as a 2.5-point home underdog while the 134.5 Under cashed.

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Rutgers at Indiana odds

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Moneyline: Off the board
Against the spread (ATS): Rutgers +4.5 (-115) | Indiana -4.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 135.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Rutgers at Indiana picks and predictions

Prediction

Indiana 71, Rutgers 64

Moneyline

Not available.

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Against the spread

Indiana is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games against winning teams. And it has cruised to 4 straight ATS wins at Assembly Hall.

Rutgers likely won’t have the offense to get this 1 to the barn. The Knights are reliant on turnover-transition buckets, and IU has improved its turnover frequency figures of late.

The Hoosiers’ ability to get points in more varied ways is what makes them a solid value to win this game by perhaps 6-8 points. BACK INDIANA -4.5 (-105).

Over/Under

For each side the O/U in its last 4 games is 2-2. Tuesday’s game figures as a mid-pace affair but without a lot of 3-point or free-throw shooting. A mid-130s total leaves no room for argument. PASS.

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Purdue at Indiana odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Purdue at Indiana odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 1 Purdue Boilermakers (22-1, 11-1 Big Ten) and No. 22 Indiana Hoosiers (15-7, 6-5) meet Saturday at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington, Ind. Tip-off is scheduled for 4 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Purdue vs. Indiana game odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

The top-ranked Boilermakers have rattled off 9-consecutive victories since their only blemish, a 65-64 setback at Rutgers Jan. 2. Purdue is also a very strong 6-2-1 ATS across the past 9 games overall, while cashing the Over in each of the previous 3 outings.

The Hoosiers were dumped 66-55 at Maryland as the Under cashed, snapping a 5-game winning streak. Indiana also entered College Park on a 4-1 ATS run before the non-cover.

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Purdue at Indiana odds

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Moneyline (ML): Purdue -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Indiana -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Purdue +1.5 (-120) | Indiana -1.5 (+100)
Over/Under (O/U): 139.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Purdue at Indiana picks and predictions

Prediction

Purdue 72, Indiana 68

Moneyline

The top-ranked Boilermakers are at a solid price as short ‘dogs at IU.

Take PURDUE (-105).

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Against the spread

PURDUE +1.5 (-120) has mowed through the competition, and it’s hard to envision the top-ranked team having issues with an inconsistent Indiana -1.5 (+100) side.

The Boilermakers are 6-2-1 ATS in the past 9 games overall, and 3-1-1 ATS in the past 5 on the road, while going 5-2-1 ATS in the past 8 against winning teams.

On the flip side, the Hoosiers are just 4-9 ATS in the past 13 games and 1-4 ATS in the past 5 following a straight-up loss. It’s better to take the ML, but if you want the point of insurance, this is the way to go.

Over/Under

OVER 139.5 (-105) is the lean, but ever so slightly. Go with a half-unit play at most.

The Over is 9-4-1 in the past 14 games overall for Indiana, while going 6-2 in the past 8 games at home. The trends for Purdue mostly point to the Under, so there is plenty of risk here. Go lightly.

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Ohio State at Indiana odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Ohio State at Indiana odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Ohio State Buckeyes (11-9, 3-6 Big Ten) and Indiana Hoosiers (14-6, 5-4) tangle in a Saturday night Big Ten battle in Bloomington. The contest at Assembly Hall will tip off at 8 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Ohio State vs. Indiana odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Since Jan. 5, a scuffling Ohio State is 1-6 straight up and against the spread (ATS). Shooting has been a problem for a team that had been filing solid accuracy numbers during its non-conference campaign earlier this winter. The Buckeyes have shot under 40% in 4 of their last 5 games.

The Hoosiers head into Saturday on a 4-game win streak (3-1 ATS during that span). In their last game, they failed to cover as 10.5-point favorites but prevailed 61-57 at Minnesota (Wednesday). Indiana shot just 41.1% from the floor during the win, notching its lowest single-game percentage since Dec. 3. Prior to Wednesday’s victory, the Hoosiers averaged 78.5 points per game across their previous 8 games.

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Ohio State at Indiana odds

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Moneyline: Ohio State +175 (bet $100 to win $175) | Indiana -240 (bet $240 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Ohio State +5.5 (-115) | Indiana -5.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 145.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Ohio State at Indiana picks and predictions

Prediction

Indiana 73, Ohio State 69

Moneyline

You can’t wager nearly 2 1/2 times your potential profit on Indiana (-240). Focus on the total points instead.

AVOID the moneyline.

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Against the spread

Ohio State has won 3 of its last 4 ATS against Indiana, but this Buckeye squad is off its game as of late. A Saturday-nighter at Assembly Hall doesn’t figure to be the setting for righting the ship.

STEER CLEAR of the spread.

Over/Under

The Under is 3-1-1 across the last 5 meetings in this series. It’s also 4-1 in OSU’s last 5 games and 3-1-1 in IU’s last 5 wins.

Indiana plays an up-tempo style while Ohio State plays at a below-average pace. Don’t look for a lot of scoreboard spiral from factors like turnover/transition, offensive boards or free throws, though 3-pointers figure to be somewhat under control.

TAKE THE UNDER 145.5 (-110).

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Wisconsin at Indiana odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Wisconsin at Indiana odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 18 Wisconsin Badgers (11-4, 3-2 Big Ten) battle the Indiana Hoosiers (10-6, 1-4) Saturday. Tip from Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall is set for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Wisconsin vs. Indiana odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

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The Badgers lost to the Michigan St. Spartans 69-65 at home Tuesday, failing to cover as 2-point underdogs. Wisconsin has failed to cover its last 5 games and has fallen to 8-7 against the spread (ATS) on the season. The Badgers are 2-1 straight up on in true road games and rely on their defense which ranks 34th in the nation in opponents’ points per game (62.9).

The Hoosiers have been disappointing this season and were blown out 85-66 at Penn State Wednesday, failing to cover as 2-point road underdogs. Indiana has failed to cover 7 games in a row, is 2-8 ATS in its last 10 games and 6-9-1 ATS this season. Indiana ranks 5th in the country in field goal percentage (50.58%).

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Wisconsin at Indiana odds

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Moneyline (ML): Wisconsin +150 (bet $100 to win $150) | Indiana -200 (bet $200 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Wisconsin +4.5 (-115) | Indiana -4.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 136.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Wisconsin at Indiana picks and predictions

Prediction

Indiana 71, Wisconsin 68

Moneyline

PASS.

The Hoosiers (-200) have lost 3 straight and haven’t given bettors enough confidence to wager 2 times their potential return. However, the Hoosiers are 8-1 at home which is enough to make the Badgers (+150) also not a great value play.

Against the spread

LEAN WISCONSIN +4.5 (-115).

Indiana has failed to cover 7 straight games, 3 of which have been at home. One of those 3 home ATS losses was against a Big Ten opponent (Northwestern). The Hoosiers have been getting straight-up wins at home, but they haven’t necessarily played well and are just 2-5 over their last 7 outings overall.

Wisconsin’s strength is shooting from deep, ranking 48th in the nation (37.4%), while Indiana’s defensive weakness is defending the 3, ranking 265th in the nation (35.2%). That’ll be a key strength-on-weakness concern that should bode well for the Badgers.

Wisconsin has shown more this season and is a strong lean here, back WISCONSIN +4.5 (-115).

Over/Under

BET OVER 136.5 (-110).

If there’s one thing both teams have consistently done well this season, it is cover the Over. Wisconsin is 9-6 O/U while Indiana is 11-5 O/U. The Hoosiers have gone Over in 3 straight games and in 7 of their last 8, while the Badgers have gone Over in 5 of their last 6.

Both teams have quality offensive talents as well. Put the trends together, and back the OVER 136.5 (-110).

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Indiana at Penn State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Indiana at Penn State odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Indiana Hoosiers (10-5, 1-3 Big Ten) visit the Penn State Nittany Lions (11-5, 2-3) at the Bryce Jordan Center Wednesday at 7 p.m. ET (Big Ten Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Indiana vs. Penn State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Despite scoring at an 80.5-point clip this season, Indiana has been unable to win in recent games. After a 91-89 loss to Iowa, the Hoosiers lost their 2nd straight on Sunday against Northwestern 84-83, failing to cover as a 6.5-point favorite. The Hoosiers have struggled with injuries, the latest being F Race Thompson.

Penn State, a far different team at home with a 9-2 mark, is also on a 2-game losing streak, which started with a 79-69 loss to Michigan on the road and continued Sunday with a 76-63 loss to No. 3 Purdue as 5.5-point underdogs.

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Indiana at Penn State odds

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Moneyline (ML): Indiana +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Penn State -140 (bet $140 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Indiana +2.5 (-115) | Penn State -2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 142.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Indiana at Penn State picks and predictions

Prediction

Penn State 75, Indiana 71

Moneyline

PASS.

Penn State (-140) is a solid play. But I still like the spread just a bit better. If you are making a parlay, this number is alright.

Against the spread

PENN STATE -2.5 (-105) would be my play here.

As more money comes in on Indiana, this number might get to -2 which would be even better.

Indiana is riddled with injuries and the defense has not been able to hold up in recent games against Northwestern and Iowa. The same will be said again here in a road game against the Nittany Lions.

Over/Under

OVER 142.5 (-105) will be the way to go here.

Penn State has struggled to score in its last 2 games against Michigan and Purdue. But Indiana and its limited roster will provide far less of a challenge around the basket. This will force the Hoosiers to attempt to keep up and this will increase the pace of play in this one. The 142.5 is a number giving the Indiana defense the benefit of the doubt. I do not do this, and the game should easily go Over.

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Northwestern at Indiana odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Northwestern at Indiana odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Northwestern Wildcats (11-3, 2-1 Big Ten) battle the No. 19 Indiana Hoosiers (10-4, 1-2) on Sunday. Tip from Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall is scheduled for noon ET (FS1). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Northwestern vs. Indiana odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Northwestern took down Illinois 73-60 Wednesday to cover as a 3.5-point home underdog. In their last 10 games, the Wildcats are 6-4 against the spread (ATS) and 8-6 ATS on the season. The Wildcats defense is its strong suit, ranking 7th in the nation in opponents points per game (57.2) and 4th in opponents FG percentage (36.3%).

Indiana fell at Iowa 91-89 Thursday, failing to cover as a 1-point road underdog. Indiana has now lost 5 straight ATS and is only 3-7 ATS in its last 10 games. Overall this season, the Hoosiers are 6-7-1 ATS. The Hoosiers’s strength is in their offense where they rank 32nd in the country, scoring 80.7 points per game and 4th in field goal percentage (50.9%).

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Northwestern at Indiana odds

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Moneyline (ML): Off the board.
Against the spread (ATS): Northwestern +7.5 (-115) | Indiana -7.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 132.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Northwestern at Indiana picks and predictions

Prediction

Indiana 69, Northwestern 65

Moneyline

Was not available, but Indiana is a heavy favorite and the odds likely will present no value for a moneyline play.

Against the spread

BET NORTHWESTERN +7.5 (-115).

Northwestern’s defense will keep it in this game. Ranking 4th in the country in opponents FG percentage, the Wildcats create trouble for opposing offenses. Also, they have played well on the road this season (2-0).

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 132.5 (-105).

The Hoosiers’ Over/Under record is 9-5 this season with 5 of their last 6 games hitting the over. Their lowest line over the last 10 games was 133 points, another Big Ten game against Nebraska that hit the Over by 13 points.

Ranking 32nd in the nation for points per game, Indiana will look to ride the energy of the home crowd to push past Northwestern’s top-ranked defense.

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Kennesaw State at Indiana odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Kennesaw State at Indiana odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Kennesaw State Owls (8-4) visit Bloomington to take on the No. 21 Indiana Hoosiers (9-3) Friday at 7 p.m. ET (Big Ten Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Kennesaw State at Indiana odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Rankings courtesy of USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll.

Three of Kennesaw State’s 8 wins were against non-Division I teams. As a low-level team, the Owls would need a major upset to pull off this victory against a Top-25 Hoosiers team looking to improve their positioning for a high seed in March.

Under coach Mike Woodson, the Hoosiers already have a victory this season over North Carolina. Led by Trayce Jackson-Davis (16.4 points and 8.2 rebounds per game), the Hoosiers will be a tough matchup for the Owls in what could be a lop-sided outcome.

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Kennesaw State at Indiana odds

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Moneyline (ML): Kennesaw State +900 (bet $100 to win $900) | Indiana -3000 (bet $3,000 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Kennesaw State 19.5 (-105) | Indiana -19.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 141.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Kennesaw State at Indiana picks and predictions

Prediction

Indiana 82, Kennesaw State 67

Moneyline

PASS.

Indiana’s (-3000) price is too high to make any type of wager on. It is also too high to add to a parlay for any additional odds. It is best to just stay away from this number entirely.

Against the spread

BET KENNESAW STATE +19.5 (-110).

Much like other double-digit favorites that failed to cover Thursday such as Kansas (-20.5 vs. Harvard), Penn State (-14.5 vs. Quinnipiac) and Minnesota (-11.5 vs. Chicago State), the Hoosiers will look to get in and out of this get-away game with no injuries heading into the Big Ten conference.

The 19.5 line is fair. But in this circumstance, it is just a few points too high for my liking. KENNESAW STATE +19.5 (-110) is my FAVORITE PLAY.

Over/Under

BET OVER 141.5 (-110).

Indiana will score against the Owls, who won’t be looking at this as a get-away game. Kennesaw State will push the ball and hope to be able to keep up with Indiana. Which it will for a while. This will also lead the Hoosiers to score to keep this game at a comfortable distance. Expect this game to make it Over the total of 141.5 (-110).

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