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Iowa at Purdue odds, picks and predictions

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

The Iowa Hawkeyes (15-8, 7-5 Big Ten) will square off against the No. 1 Purdue Boilermakers (22-2, 11-2) on Thursday at Mackey Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Iowa vs. Purdue odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

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The Hawkeyes beat Illinois 81-79 in their previous game despite failing to cover as 2.5-point favorites at home. Iowa is on a 3-game win streak and has won 7 of its last 10 games.

The Boilermakers lost 79-74 to current-No. 18 Indiana Saturday, failing to cover as 1.5-point road underdogs. Purdue had won 9 straight games before its loss to Indiana.

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Iowa at Purdue odds

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Moneyline (ML): Iowa +270 (bet $100 to win $270) | Purdue -370 (bet $370 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Iowa +7.5 (-105) | Purdue -7.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 149.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Iowa at Purdue picks and predictions

Prediction

Purdue 83, Iowa 72

Moneyline

PASS.

The Boilermakers (-370) are expected to secure the victory in this matchup, but taking their moneyline at the current odds isn’t worth the risk.

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Against the spread

BET PURDUE -7.5 (-110).

This is the ideal side as the Boilermakers return home following a loss to a ranked Indiana squad. The Boilermakers have beaten the Hawkeyes in 7 of the last 10 meetings and 6 of those were by 9 or more points.

Over/Under

OVER 149.5 (-110) is the lean here with how well these teams can score. Iowa and Purdue are averaging a combined 155.5 points per game, while Iowa allows 73.5 points per game (289th in the nation).

The Hawkeyes have gone Over in 8 of their last 10 games overall. Meanwhile, the Boilermakers have gone Over in each of their last 4 games overall.

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Illinois at Iowa odds, picks and predictions

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

The No. 25 Illinois Fighting Illini (16-6, 7-4 Big Ten) visit the Iowa Hawkeyes (14-8, 6-5) in a Big Ten battle Saturday afternoon. The contest at Carver-Hawkeye Arena will tip off at 2:30 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Illinois vs. Iowa odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Illinois is 7-1 straight up and against the spread since Jan. 7. Despite playing at a quick tempo, the Illini has posted solid defensive numbers of late. Over that 7-1 stretch, UI has held foes under 61 points 5 times.

The Hawkeyes lost a pair of road games Jan. 21 at Ohio State and Jan. 26 at Michigan State, but they have bounced back with 2-straight wins (straight up and against the spread) at home. Iowa has won 5 in a row on home hardwood and is 11-2 at home this season.

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Illinois at Iowa odds

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Moneyline: Illinois +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Iowa -135 (bet $135 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Illinois +2.5 (-115) | Iowa -2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 153.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Illinois at Iowa picks and predictions

Prediction

Iowa 76, Illinois 72

Moneyline

The Hawkeyes are at a decent price to preserve their home floor. As mentioned, they’re 11-2 and home and home won 5 straight. Take IOWA (-135).

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Against the spread

The last 6 games of this series have amounted to a 3-3 ATS split. The spread here is a fair one with the Hawkeyes at home where they are 22-for-45 (48.9%) on 3-pointers over their last 2 games.

PASS and stick to the ML.

Over/Under

The Under is 3-1 across the last 4 Illinois-Iowa games, and it’s 3-0-1 in the Illini’s last 4 games.

The pace in this one should be brisk, but both teams do well to prevent 3s and force more inefficient midrange jumpers. Illinois is especially stout in its all-around defense. Recent Illini games against top-50 foes have tilted toward the Under.

TAKE THE UNDER 153.5 (-110).

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Rutgers at Iowa odds, picks and predictions

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

The Rutgers Scarlet Knights (14-6, 6-3 Big Ten) meet the Iowa Hawkeyes (12-8, 4-5) in Iowa City Sunday at 2 p.m. ET (Big Ten Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Rutgers vs. Iowa odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

This will be a rematch of an Iowa 76-65 victory over Rutgers on Jan. 8. The Hawkeyes weres 5.5-point underdogs, but pulled off the 11-point victory on the road. With the Iowa offense still clicking, this game could turn into much of the same on the Hawkeyes’ home court.

Since the loss to Iowa, Rutgers has won 3 of 4 games including its last game, a 65-45 win over Penn State as 7-point favorites.

Since the win over Rutgers, Iowa is 2-4 and is on a 2-game losing streak, the most recent a 2-point loss 63-61 to Michigan State as 2.5-point underdogs.

Iowa’s offense ranked 21st in the nation at 80.7 points, but will need to solve an elite Rutgers defense that ranks 4th at just 57.0 points allowed to gain another victory. Iowa was able to solve this defense in Piscataway and will look to perform the feat again Sunday.

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Rutgers at Iowa odds

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Moneyline (ML): Rutgers +145 (bet $100 to win $145) | Iowa -190 (bet $190 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Rutgers +4.5 (-120) | Iowa -4.5 (+100)
Over/Under (O/U): 141.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Rutgers at Iowa picks and predictions

Prediction

Iowa 71, Rutgers 68

Moneyline

PASS.

The value is on Rutgers in this game but the likelihood of the Scarlet Knights pulling off the upset is small. Iowa, on its home court, will put up enough points to win the game and although -190 is not overly inflated, it is slightly too high to make a straight wager on. It would be a nice addition to a parlay though.

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Against the spread

RUTGERS +4.5 (-120).

Despite losing by 11 points to Iowa at home, Rutgers has been the better team since. With 3 wins in 4 games, the Scarlet Knights are coming in after beating Penn State by 20 in their last game while Iowa is coming in after losing 2 straight games to Ohio State and Michigan State. I give Iowa the final advantage being at home. But Rutgers and its defense will keep the game slow and close, and 4.5 points is too much in this game. The underdog has covered the spread in 9 of the past 12 meetings in this series. I expect the same here.

Over/Under

UNDER 141.5 (-110).

Rutgers is 6-1 in its last 7 games to the Under on the road. It is also 4-1 to the Under in its last 5 games after a win and when covering the spread. The Rutgers defense will hold the Hawkeyes offense down just enough to get this game Under the total of 141.5. If this number drops below 140 by gametime, I would stay away. As long as it is above this number, I would take the Under.

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Iowa at Michigan State odds, picks and predictions

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

The Iowa Hawkeyes (12-7, 4-4 Big Ten) will take on the Michigan State Spartans (13-7, 5-4) on Thursday at Jack Breslin Student Events Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Iowa vs. Michigan State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

The Hawkeyes lost 93-77 to Ohio State in their previous game and could not cover as 3-point underdogs on the road. The loss to Ohio State snapped a 4-game winning streak for Iowa.

The Spartans were defeated 82-69 by Indiana in their previous game as they fell short of covering as 4.5-point underdogs on the road. Michigan State has lost 3 of its last 4 games, all coming against Big Ten opponents.

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Iowa at Michigan State odds

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Moneyline (ML): Iowa +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Michigan State -150 (bet $150 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Iowa +2.5 (-105) | Michigan State -2.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 147.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Iowa at Michigan State picks and predictions

Prediction

Michigan State 79, Iowa 74

Moneyline

Take MICHIGAN STATE (-150) to secure a victory at home despite Iowa’s recent success. The Spartans are a solid 8-2 at home, while the Hawkeyes are 2-3 on the road this season.

Against the spread

Even though I’d prefer to get the Spartans moneyline at -150 or better, MICHIGAN STATE -2.5 (-115) is how I’d wager on the spread. Iowa doesn’t have a daunting defense and Michigan State has 3 capable scorers in G Tyson Walker, F Joey Hauser, and G A.J. Hoggard that should perform well.

The Hawkeyes are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 road games against a team with a winning record and in their last 7 road games overall. Meanwhile, the Spartans are 7-1 ATS in their last 8 games following a loss and 5-0 ATS in their last 5 home games.

Over/Under

OVER 147.5 (-110) is the lean here in this Big Ten matchup. Iowa averages 81.7 points per game and it’s allowed 73.5 points per game this season.

The Hawkeyes have hit the Over in 5 of their last 6 games overall. This total has also been achieved in 5 of the previous 7 meetings between Iowa and Michigan State.

The Spartans have gone Under in each of their last 4 home games and they’ve gone Under in 4 of their last 5 against teams with a winning record.

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Iowa at Ohio State odds, picks and predictions

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

The Iowa Hawkeyes (12-6, 4-3 Big Ten) and Ohio State Buckeyes (10-8, 2-5) meet Saturday at Value City Arena in Columbus. Tip-off is scheduled for 2 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Iowa vs. Ohio State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

The Hawkeyes are coming off an 81-67 thrashing of Maryland Sunday, Iowa’s 4th-consecutive win and cover. Still, the team is 1-4 SU/ATS in the past 5 games off campus, either in a true road game or neutral-floor contest. The Over is 4-1 in the past 5 games overall.

The Buckeyes are in freefall, dropping 5 straight games, while also going 0-5 ATS during the span. The Under has cashed in each of the previous 3 outings for Ohio State. Its last win was Jan. 1 against Northwestern, a 73-57 victory.

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Iowa at Ohio State odds

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Moneyline (ML): Iowa +145 (bet $100 to win $145) | Ohio State -190 (bet $190 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Iowa +3.5 (-110) | Ohio State -3.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 153.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Iowa at Ohio State picks and predictions

Prediction

Iowa 76, Ohio State 72

Moneyline

IOWA (+145) is the value play here, as it streaks in with 4-consecutive wins (and covers), while Ohio State (-190) has looked awful with 5-straight losses (and non-covers).

Really, this looks too good to be true, and that’s the only reason to be a contrarian, and go with the Buckeyes instead. But that’s thinking too much, and that usually never ends well in sports betting.

Against the spread

IOWA +3.5 (-110) isn’t as strong of a play, although it does allow for Ohio State -3.5 (-110) to win by 3 points or fewer, and still provide a winning ticket.

The better play is to take the Hawkeyes straight up, as they’re simply playing better basketball, while the Buckeyes can’t get out of their own way lately.

Over/Under

UNDER 153.5 (-110) is the play, but it’s worth a half-unit at most.

The Under has cashed in 4 of the past 5 games overall for Iowa, although the Under is 17-8 in the past 25 road games against a team with a winning home record.

The Over is also 4-1 in the past 5 home games for the Buckeyes, although the Under has cashed in 3 in a row overall.

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Maryland at Iowa odds, picks and predictions

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

The Maryland Terrapins (11-5, 2-3 Big Ten) and Iowa Hawkeyes (11-6, 3-3) are lined up for a Sunday matinee in Iowa City. Tip time at Carver-Hawkeye Arena is slated for 4:30 p.m. ET (Big Ten Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Maryland vs. Iowa odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Maryland has not played since last Sunday when it downed the visiting Ohio State Buckeyes 80-73 as a -2 favorite to end a 3-game losing streak against the spread (ATS). The Terrapins have had 2 other games this season after being off 6-or-more days and the Terps won both, although neither was against a KenPom top-200 foe.

Iowa lost 3 in a row SU and ATS from Dec. 21-Jan. 1, but the Hawkeyes have bounced back with 3 straight wins SU and ATS. The Big Ten’s leading offense (82.1 PPG) has hit 40.8% of its 3-point attempts while averaging 86.7 PPG during the win streak.

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Maryland at Iowa odds

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Moneyline: Maryland +185 (bet $100 to win $185) | Iowa -260 (bet $260 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Maryland +5.5 (-115) | Iowa -5.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 151.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Maryland at Iowa picks and predictions

Prediction

Iowa 80, Maryland 73

Moneyline

LAY OFF. Iowa is a lean, but 1 best leveraged with less outlay on the wager.

Against the spread

Iowa is 2-1 ATS in the last 3 series meetings, and the 2 wins were by combined ATS margin of 36 points.

The Hawkeyes’ losing streak grew out of some outlier results at both ends of the floor. And they have bounced back nicely. Iowa’s 76-65 road win at Rutgers last Sunday was particularly impressive.

Iowa’s tempo ranks among the fastest quartile in the nation. Slower-than-average Maryland has not faced any top-75-paced teams since Nov. 25, when it failed to cover a 24-point spread against against Coppin State. Coming off a couple of slow games and then a 6-day rest period, how will the Terps handle the speedy Hawkeyes?

BACK IOWA -5.5 (-105). These are 2 inconsistent teams so consider a partial-unit play on this 1.

Over/Under

The Over has hit in 4 straight Iowa-Maryland games. Despite an above-average pace expected and with some score spiral coming at the free-throw line and on some Hawkeye 2nd chances, this total presents a high bar.

Take the Over if you can wait out a total around 149.5; otherwise PASS.

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Michigan at Iowa odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Michigan at Iowa odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Michigan Wolverines (9-6, 3-1 Big Ten) face the Iowa Hawkeyes (10-6, 2-3) on Thursday at Carver-Hawkeyes Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Michigan vs. Iowa odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

The Wolverines lost 59-53 to Michigan State on Saturday, failing to cover as 3.5-point road underdogs. Michigan had won its first 3 conference games before losing to Michigan State.

The Hawkeyes secured a 76-65 win over Rutgers on Sunday to cover as 5.5-point underdogs on the road. Iowa has now won back-to-back conference games after losing its first 3.

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Michigan at Iowa odds

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Moneyline (ML): Michigan +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Iowa -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Michigan +5.5 (-105) | Iowa -5.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 154.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Michigan at Iowa picks and predictions

Prediction

Iowa 77, Michigan 71

Moneyline

I’ll go ahead and PASS on the moneyline in this game despite Iowa being favored at home. Taking Iowa straight up isn’t advised at the current odds as you won’t get much in return for the Hawkeyes winning.

Against the spread

IOWA -5.5 (-115) feels like the correct choice in this game with the Hawkeyes desperate to secure a conference win. The last 10 meetings between Iowa and Michigan have all been decided by 5 or more points.

The home team is 5-2 ATS in the last 7 meetings between Michigan and Iowa.

Over/Under

Even though we’ve seen some high-scoring affairs between these programs, UNDER 154.5 (-115) is an intriguing bet. Michigan has been involved in 4 straight games where there were 148 or fewer points scored.

The Under is 4-1 in Michigan’s last 5 games following a loss.

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Iowa at Rutgers odds, picks and predictions

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

The Iowa Hawkeyes (9-6, 1-3 Big Ten) battle the Rutgers Scarlet Knights (11-4, 3-1) Sunday with tip from Jersey Mike’s Arena set for noon ET (Big Ten Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Iowa vs. Rutgers odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

The Hawkeyes beat the No. 19 Indiana Hoosiers 91-89 at home Thursday, covering as a 1-point favorite. They are 8-7 against the spread (ATS) on the season and 1-2 straight up on the road. Iowa is averaging 81.7 points per game, good for the 22nd-most in the nation.

The Scarlet Knights beat Maryland 64-50 at home Thursday, covering as a 5.5-point favorite. They are 11-4 ATS on the season and 10-1 straight up at home. Rutgers has covered 5 in a row. It ranks 4th in opponents’ points per game (54.9) and 6th in opponents’ field goal percentage (36.6%).

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Iowa at Rutgers odds

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Moneyline (ML): Off the board
Against the spread (ATS): Iowa +6.5 (-110) | Rutgers -6.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 140.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Iowa at Rutgers picks and predictions

Prediction

Rutgers 73, Iowa 63

Moneyline

Not available but Rutgers is a heavy favorite and while Rutgers has been almost flawless at home, in a conference battle it isn’t worth playing long odds.

Against the spread

BET RUTGERS -6.5 (-110).

The Scarlet Knights are 4-0 ATS in conference play whereas the Hawkesys are 1-3 ATS in Big Ten action. Rutgers has the 4th-best defense in the nation for points allowed (54.9 per game) and has covered 7 of its last 8 games.

It has held 6 straight opponents to under 65 points. While Iowa does score easily, it isn’t overly efficient, shooting 44.9% from the field which ranks 162nd in the nation. Rutgers will limit what it can do offensively.

Considering recent trends and the strength-on-weakness, back RUTGERS -6.5 (-110).

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 140.5 (-110).

The Hawkeyes are 5-5 O/U in their last 10 and 8-7 O/U on the season. Playing against Rutgers’ defense will pose a different challenge. The Scarlet Knights have gone Under in 2 straight games and in 6 of their last 9.

Their defense is legit, and their offense has averaged 64.5 points per game over their last 2, both against conference opponents. Rutgers is 0-4 O/U in conference games while Iowa is 3-1 O/U.

For a partial unit, play the UNDER 140.5 (-110).

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Iowa at Penn State odds, picks and predictions

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

The Iowa Hawkeyes (8-5, 0-2 Big Ten) tussle with the Penn State Nittany Lions (10-3, 1-1) Sunday. Tip from Bryce Jordan Center is at 5:30 p.m. ET (Big Ten Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Iowa vs. Penn State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Iowa is one of the top-scoring teams in the nation (81.2 points per game, 28th) and is 2nd in the Big Ten behind only Ohio State. However, defense is an issue, and Iowa must find a way to slow the Nittany Lions’ offense if it hopes to gain its 1st conference victory.

Penn State — while not as prolific as Iowa — still puts up 75.5 points per game. Leading scorer G Jalen Pickett (16.4 points per game) will look to take advantage of the soft Hawkeyes defense.

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Iowa at Penn State odds

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Moneyline (ML): Iowa +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Penn State -135 (bet $135 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Iowa +2.5 (-115) | Penn State -2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 147.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Iowa at Penn State picks and predictions

Prediction

Penn State 80, Iowa 75

Moneyline

PASS.

Penn State (-135) is a fine play as part of a parlay, but with such a small spread you can get more value there than by making a straight play. The odds of Iowa covering and not winning are not good.

Against the spread

BET PENN STATE -2.5 (-105).

Penn State will use its homecourt advantage to the fullest Sunday. Iowa started off the season as a ranked team, but after a series of losses finds it at 8-5 and trailing the surprising 10-3 Penn State. This game will only solidify the Nittany Lions’ place over the Hawkeyes for this season as the Lions pull out a victory here.

Over/Under

BET OVER 147.5 (-110).

Iowa and Penn State are averaging a combined 156.6 points per game. While this game may not get to that number, 147.5 is a bit low on what can be expected.

Both Iowa and Penn State can pick up the pace and this will be a back-and-forth game in the normally slow Big Ten. These are 2 of the fastest teams in the country and the game will play this way. OVER 147.5 (-110) is my favorite play in this one.

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Music City Bowl: Kentucky vs. Iowa odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Kentucky vs. Iowa Music City Bowl odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Kentucky Wildcats (7-5) and Iowa Hawkeyes (7-5) meet Saturday in Nashville for the Music City Bowl. Kickoff is at 12 p.m. ET (ABC). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Kentucky vs. Iowa odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

A lot of bowl games feature high-powered offenses with a lot of points being put up. This will not be one of those games. Neither of these teams had a good offense this season. And this was before opting outs and transfers decimated the offenses for this game.

Kentucky, which averaged 22.1 points per game to rank 105th in the nation, will play this game without QB Will Levis as he gets ready to be a possible first-round NFL Draft pick in April. RB Chris Rodriguez (904 yards rushing, 6 TDs) will also be sitting out of this game.

Iowa starting QB Spencer Petras and backup Alex Padilla have both decided to skip this game and intend to transfer. This will severely limit an already inept Hawkeyes offense even more. Iowa ranked 123rd in scoring at 17.4 PPG.

Iowa will rely on its elite defense — 6th-best in points allowed at 14.4 per game — to win this game. It is by far the best unit in this game and with players like LB Jack Campbell and DB Riley Moss playing their final games wearing the Black and Gold, the Hawkeyes will be rearing to go.

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Kentucky vs. Iowa odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 12:53 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Kentucky +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Iowa -135 (bet $135 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Kentucky +2.5 (-108) | Iowa -2.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 31 (O: -109 | U: -111)

Kentucky vs. Iowa picks and predictions

Prediction

Iowa 17, Kentucky 9

Moneyline

PASS.

With this game being so low scoring, Iowa -135 is not a crazy wager. At -2.5, it’s a tougher wager on the spread. But one I am willing to make as without Levis and Rodriguez, I do not see Kentucky scoring in this game. Therefore, although Iowa -135 is okay, I would rather pass and play the spread.

Against the spread

BET IOWA -2.5 (-112).

Both teams will find it difficult to score. The only difference is that not all of Iowa’s weapons have opted out. They will still have TE Sam LaPorta (53 receptions) and RB Kaleb Johnson (762 yards rushing, 6 TDs). The Hawkeyes will score just enough and its elite defense will hold Kentucky down enough to cover this spread. Iowa -2.5 (-112) is the play in a soggy Nashville.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 31 (-111).

It does not matter that this is the lowest total of the entire season in college football. It is still not low enough. Remember the 7-3 Iowa victory over South Dakota State to start the season? This was not a TD and an FG. It was 2 FG and 2 safeties. Iowa has a bad offense. Kentucky’s could be even worse without Levis and Rodriguez. Iowa will get a defensive TD in this game. It could even get 2. But those will be the only TDs scored and the rest will be field goals and punts. Under 31 (-111) is my favorite play in this game.

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