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Big Ten Tournament: Penn State vs. Northwestern odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Penn State vs. Northwestern odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Penn State Nittany Lions (20-12) battle the No. 25 Northwestern Wildcats (21-10) in the quarterfinals of the Big Ten Tournament Friday. Tip from United Center is set for 6:30 p.m. ET (Big Ten Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Penn State vs. Northwestern odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

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Penn State beat Northwestern 68-65 on March 1, covering as a 4.5-point road underdog in their only meeting this season. The total (133) pushed.

The Nittany Lions beat the Illinois Fighting Illini 79-76 as a 3-point underdog in the 2nd round of the Big Ten Tournament Thursday. Penn State is 5-2-1 against the spread (ATS) in its last 8 games and 17-13-2 ATS this season.

The Wildcats are 19-12 ATS on the season. They capped off the regular season Sunday with a 65-53 win at Rutgers as 5.5-point underdogs. Northwestern finished the regular season on a 7-2 ATS run.

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Penn State vs. Northwestern odds

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Moneyline (ML): Penn State +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Northwestern -120 (bet $120 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Penn State +1.5 (-115) | Northwestern -1.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 130.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Penn State vs. Northwestern picks and predictions

Prediction

Northwestern 69, Penn State 65

Moneyline

BET NORTHWESTERN (-120).

The Nittany Lions closed out the season with just a 5-5 straight-up record while Northwestern won 6 of its last 9 games and covered the spread in 7 of them.

With the 7th-highest 3-point shooting rate (47.9%), Penn State lives and dies by the long ball. I would bet against it living against a Northwestern team that has a solid defense and should be better equipped than it was when these programs squared off on March 1.

NW was 12-8 in conference play while Penn State was just 11-10. The Wildcats have been better all season so back NORTHWESTERN (-120).

Against the spread

PASS.

I’m not too fond of these odds and would rather play the moneyline and not worry about the point.

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Over/Under

LEAN OVER 130.5 (-110).

Penn State shoots the three at the 7th-highest rate in the nation and attempts the 9th-most total shots from deep per game. It is going to get its shots up which should help force at a fast pace. Penn State is 6-2-1 O/U in its last 9 outings.

While Northwestern scores just 67.7 points per game (276th), it should have to increase its pace in this one. Back the OVER 130.5 (-110) given the style of play the Nittany Lions will force.

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Northwestern at Rutgers odds, picks and predictions

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

The Northwestern Wildcats (20-10, 11-8 Big Ten) meet the Rutgers Scarlet Knights (18-12, 10-9) Sunday in Jersey Mike’s Arena at 7:30 p.m. ET (Big Ten Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Northwestern vs. Rutgers odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

After an ugly last-second 75-74 loss at Minnesota after leading by 10 with 80 seconds left, Rutgers will return home to do battle with a Northwestern team which has exceeded all expectations this season.

This will be a defensive battle between 2 of the best defenses in the Big Ten as both look to head into the conference tournament with a win after both suffered losses in their previous outings.

While Rutgers was taking a terrible loss to last place Minnesota, Northwestern was losing to fellow bubble team Penn State 68-65 in overtime. A win for either team would certainly go a long way in the eyes of the committee in a Big Ten Conference looking to get 9 teams into the NCAA Tournament.

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Northwestern at Rutgers odds

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Moneyline (ML): Northwestern +170 (bet $100 to win $170) | Rutgers -210 (bet $210 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Northwestern +4.5 (-105) | Rutgers -4.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 126.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Northwestern at Rutgers picks and predictions

Prediction

Rutgers 59, Northwestern 56

Moneyline

PASS.

Coming off the loss to last-place Minnesota, Rutgers needs this win to make the Big Dance. Northwestern would obviously like this win, but it is comfortably in the tournament and this game does not affect that position.

Rutgers and its defense will do just enough against the Wildcats to pull off the much-needed victor, but -210 is too rich to wager.

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Against the spread

NORTHWESTERN -4.5 (-105).

With both defenses taking control of this game, a shootout is not likely to happen. With that said, either of these squads covering a large number is also not likely.

While 4.5 is not excessive, with the way both teams will look to slow down the game and take methodical shots, it is still a point too high for my liking. Northwestern has covered the spread in 6 of its last 8 games overall and have covered in 5 of their last 7 against a team with a winning record. This will be another cover for the Wildcats to finish the regular season.

Over/Under

UNDER 126.5 (-105)

Do not expect points to be plentiful for the Scarlet Knights or the Wildcats. Northwestern ranks 281st in the nation at 67.8 points per game while Rutgers allows 60.2 (9th). Rutgers’ offense averages just 68.7 points (262nd) while the Northwestern defense ranks 23rd at 62.6.

The Under has hit in 7 of the Wildcats last 9 overall games and has also hit in 5 of the Wildcats last 8 games following an ATS loss.

Rutgers has played Under the total in 13 of its last 16 against a team with a win percentage over .600 and have also gone Under in 6 of 8 overall.

This will be a typical Big Ten technical, grind it out game. Neither team will be explosive and the game will remain Under the low total of 126.5.

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Northwestern at Maryland odds, picks and predictions

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

The No. 22 Northwestern Wildcats (20-8, 11-6 Big Ten) battle the Maryland Terrapins (19-9, 10-7) on Sunday. Tip from XFINITY Center is scheduled for noom ET (Big Ten Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Northwestern vs. Maryland odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

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Northwestern fell to Illinois 66-62 on Thursday, but covered as 7.5-point road underdogs. The loss snapped a 5-game winning streak, but NU has covered the spread in 6 straight games. The Wildcats are 8-2 against the spread (ATS) in their last 10 games to improve to 18-10 ATS on the season.

Maryland destroyed Minnesota 88-70 on Wednesday to cover as 15-point home favorites. It is 7-3 straight up and ATS in its last 10 games. Like NU, the Terrapins are 18-10 ATS this season.

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Northwestern at Maryland odds

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Moneyline (ML): Northwestern +220 (bet $100 to win $220) | Maryland -270 (bet $270 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Northwestern +6.5 (-115) | Maryland -6.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 130.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Northwestern at Maryland picks and predictions

Prediction

Maryland 64, Northwestern 61

Moneyline

PASS.

The moneyline odds do not present any value in this matchup — unless you think Northwestern will win.

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Against the spread

LEAN NORTHWESTERN +6.5 (-115).

The Wildcats are 6-0 ATS in their last 6 games including 3-0 ATS on the road. They are also 7-2 ATS on the road this season.

The underdog is 4-0 ATS in the last 4 meetings between these 2 programs and the road team is 4-1 ATS in the last 5 meetings.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 130.5 (-115).

Northwestern’s defense ranks 18th-best in the nation (62 points per game) and Maryland ranks 26th (63 PPG). With both teams haveing strong defenses, points will be at a premium in this matchup.

The Under is 7-0 in Northwestern’s last 7 games and 11-2 in Maryland’s last 13 games following an outright win. Both teams also have an O/U record of 10-18 this season showcasing their defensive abilities.

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Northwestern at Illinois odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Northwestern Wildcats at Illinois odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 22 Northwestern Wildcats (20-7, 11-5 Big Ten) and Illinois Fighting Illini (18-9, 9-7) resume their rivalry Thursday in Champaign. Tip-off at the State Farm Center is at 9 p.m. ET (Big Ten Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Northwestern vs. Illinois odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Northwestern has won 5 straight games and 8 of its last 9. The Wildcats defeated Illinois 73-60 as 3.5-point home underdogs on Jan. 4 (finishing as a plus-8 in turnovers that game) and are looking for their 1st 2-game season sweep of the Illini since 1965-66.

After back-to-back road losses at Penn State and Indiana, the Fighting Illini returned home to beat Minnesota 78-69 on Monday, but did not cover as 13.5-point favorites. Illinois is 13-2 on its home floor. UI had won 8 in a row against NU until the Jan. 4 loss.

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Northwestern at Illinois odds

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Moneyline: Off the board
Against the spread (ATS): Northwestern +5.5 (-115) | Illinois -5.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 136.5 (O: -105 | U: -115 )

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Northwestern at Illinois picks and predictions

Prediction

Illinois 72, Northwestern 65

Moneyline

Not available.

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Against the spread

The Fighting Illini are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games against winning teams.

UI is susceptible to turnovers leading to some edge for the visitors, but give the Illini an edge in cranking out the better looks around the rim and crashing the boards to create extra chances.

This contest marks NU’s first on the road after 3 straight home games.

BACK THE ILLINI -5.5 (-105).

Over/Under

There are plenty of scoring spiral factors at work here: NU points off turnovers. UI 2nd-chance points and free throws. Both sides shoot a lot of 3s; either could run into a few in short order.

BACK THE OVER 136.5 (-105).

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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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Purdue at Northwestern odds, picks and predictions

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

The No. 1 Purdue Boilermakers (23-2, 12-2 Big Ten) take on the Northwestern Wildcats (17-7, 8-5) in Evanston on Sunday at 2 p.m. ET (Big Ten Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Purdue vs. Northwestern odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

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Purdue bounced back from Feb. 4 loss to Indiana with an 87-73 win at home over the Iowa Hawkeyes on Thursday, covering the 7.5-point spread. Junior C Zach Edey is averaging 22.1 points, 13.2 rebounds and 2.3 blocks per game. His 7-foot-4 frame leaves him unstoppable in the post and he has a 63% shooting percentage from the floor. The leader for the Wooden Award as player of the year, Edey will have an easy time against the undersized Wildcats.

Northwestern has won its last 2 games, both on the road, the last a 69-63 win at Ohio State on Thursday as 5.5-point underdogs. If Northwestern, tied for 3rd in the Big Ten, hopes to pull off a home upset, it will have to neutralize everyone else on the floor other than Edey.

This is the only meeting between the schools this season.

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Purdue at Northwestern odds

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Moneyline (ML): Purdue -190 (bet $190 to win $100) | Northwestern +145 (bet $100 to win $145)
Against the spread (ATS): Purdue -4.5 (-110) | Northwestern +4.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 131.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Purdue at Northwestern picks and predictions

Prediction

Purdue 70, Northwestern 58

Moneyline

PASS.

Purdue has been the best team in the Big Ten all season. This game will not be as close as the spread suggests and a wager on the favorite, while good to add to a parlay, is not worth a straight wager.

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Against the spread

PURDUE -4.5 (-110).

Purdue has the best player in this game and this will make a huge difference when it comes to the scoreboard. Even in a 79-74 loss last Saturday, Edey scored 33 points and had 18 rebounds. Doing this against Northwestern will lead to a blowout and 4.5 points is not enough for me to want to take the risk on the Wildcats. Purdue is the better team and it will show on Sunday.

Over/Under

UNDER 131.5 (-110).

Purdue averages 74.6 points per game but Northwestern has the 21st-ranked team defense at 62.1 points allowed. While Purdue will win this matchup, the offense might be held down just a bit and struggle to get to 70.

On the other side of the floor, the Boilermakers defense ranks 15th at 61.6 points and will hold down the Wildcats offense, which is 263rd in the country at 68.4 points.

Both teams will slow down the pace and with Edey hitting a lot of shots in the paint, the 3-point shot will not be a large factor.

Northwestern struggles against the better teams on its schedule. The Under has hit in 11 of 12 games against teams with a winning record. For Purdue, it is much of the same as the Boilermakers are 7-0 to the under in its last 7 against teams with winning records.

This will stay low scoring and the 131.5 is just a few points too high. This would be either an Under play or a stay away at this number.

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Northwestern at Wisconsin odds, picks and predictions

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

The Northwestern Wildcats (15-7, 6-5 Big Ten) limp into Madison to battle the struggling Wisconsin Badgers (13-8, 5-6) Sunday at 6:30 p.m. ET (Big Ten Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Northwestern vs. Wisconsin odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Northwestern comes into the game after 2 straight loses of more then 15 points, 1st to Iowa and then to Michigan, a 68-53 loss at home as 3-point favorites. Northwestern has had to deal with COVID-related delays this season, something other teams have not. Despite this, the Wildcats are still over .500 in conference and look to remain so against a Wisconsin team which, after a strong start has slid down the ranks in recent weeks.

A 65-60 win on Thursday against Ohio State as 7.5-point underdogs stopped the bleeding of a 3-game losing streak for the Badgers. They will now look to add to the misery of Northwestern by sending them to its own 3-game losing streak on Sunday.

Northwestern beat Wisconsin 66-63 at home on Jan. 23, covering as a 2.5-point favorites as the over 124.5 cashed.

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Northwestern at Wisconsin odds

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Moneyline (ML): Northwestern +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Wisconsin -180 (bet $180 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Northwestern +3.5 (-110) | Wisconsin -3.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 125.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Northwestern at Wisconsin picks and predictions

Prediction

Wisconsin 67, Northwestern 65

Moneyline

PASS.

Unless you are making a parlay play, I would not make a wager on the moneyline here. Northwestern has been dominated in its last 2 games and with the line only being 3.5 in favor of Wisconsin, I would rather make a straight wager on the spread and avoid the inflated number on the ML.

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Against the spread

NORTHWESTERN +3.5 (-110).

Wisconsin has been terrible ATS in recent games. In its last 6 home games, the Badgers have failed to cover in any matchup. The Badgers are also 1-10 ATS in its last 11 games overall.

Northwestern may not win, but it will be able to keep this game close down the stretch and I could also see this game going to overtime.

Over/Under

OVER 125.5 (-110).

Northwestern has gone Over in 5 straight games against teams with winning home records and has also gone Over in 4 straight against teams with winning records overall. On top of this, in 5 straight road games, the Wildcats have gone Over the posted total.

While neither team is stellar on offense, 125.5 is extremely low and it gives value to taking the Over in Madison on Sunday.

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Northwestern at Michigan odds, picks and predictions

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

The Northwestern Wildcats (12-4, 3-2 Big Ten) take on the Michigan Wolverines (9-7, 3-2) on Sunday. Tip from Crisler Center in Ann Arbor is set for noon ET (Big Ten Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Northwestern vs. Michigan odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Northwestern lost to Rutgers 65-62 on Wednesday, failing to cover as 1-point home underdogs. In its last 7 games, Northwestern is 4-3 against the spread (ATS). On the season, the Wildcats are 9-7 ATS. The Wildcats’ defense ranks 12th in the country in opponent points per game (59.3) and 10th in the country in opponent FG percentage (37.788%).

The Wolverines lost to Iowa 93-84 on Thursday, failing to cover as 5.5-point road favorites. They are 6-4 ATS in their last 10 games and 8-8 ATS this season. Michigan’s defense has struggled this season, ranking 215th in the nation for opponent points per game (70.2).

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Northwestern at Michigan odds

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Moneyline (ML): Northwestern +155 (bet $100 to win $155) | Michigan -210 (bet $210 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Northwestern +4.5 (-115) | Michigan -4.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 135.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Northwestern at Michigan picks and predictions

Prediction

Northwestern 69, Michigan 61

Moneyline

BET NORTHWESTERN +155.

The Wildcats are undefeated on the road this season while Michigan has lost 2 of their last 5 at home. Northwestern’s top-ranked defense facing off against the Wolverines will play a role in its success on the road. Northwestern has won 2 of its last 3 games as the ATS underdog, including an ATS and straight up win on the road against a top Indiana team.

Against the spread

PASS on the points, unless you want a little insurance.

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 135.5 (-105).

The Under is 18-8 in the Wildcats’ last 26 games and 5-1 in their last 6 games following an ATS loss. Northwestern has not performed well on offense this season, ranking 258th in points per game (68.4) and its defense faces a Michigan offense that ranks 154th in field goal percentage (44.95%).

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Rutgers at Northwestern odds, picks and predictions

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

The Rutgers Scarlet Knights (11-5, 3-2 Big Ten) and Northwestern Wildcats (12-3, 3-1) meet Wednesday. Opening tip at Welsh-Ryan Arena in Evanston will be at 9 p.m. ET (Big Ten Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Rutgers vs. Northwestern odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Rutgers had a 5-game straight up and against the spread (ATS) win streak busted Sunday with a 76-65 loss to Iowa as a 5-point favorite. The Hawkeyes shot 44.6% from the field in that game; RU had held foes to a 36.4% mark over its previous 6 games. The Knights now hit the road for just the 2nd time since Dec. 8.

The Wildcats upset Indiana as 6.5-point underdogs Sunday. Northwestern was a plus-9 in turnover margin (its 8th straight plus game) in an 84-83 win at Assembly Hall in Bloomington. G Boo Buie registered a 26-point game and has averaged 16.4 points per game over his last 8.

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Rutgers at Northwestern odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 2:02 p.m. ET.

Moneyline: Rutgers -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Northwestern -105 (bet $100 to win $105)
Against the spread (ATS): Rutgers -1.5 (-105) | Northwestern +1.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 126.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Rutgers at Northwestern picks and predictions

Prediction

Rutgers 59, Northwestern 57

Moneyline

Figure Northwestern as just a sliver of a lean. A price north of +100 would be required to have any value. AVOID.

Against the spread

In this series, Rutgers has won 3 in a row ATS. But peg the pricing on the sides as being quite accurate. Move along to where there is value, on the total. PASS.

Over/Under

The Under is: 5-0 in the Scarlet Knights’ last 5 road games … 5-1 in Scarlet RU’s last 6 games against team’s playing .600 basketball … 14-3 in the Wildcats’ last 17 home games … 4-2 in the last 6 RU-NU games.

These 2 teams rank 1-2 in the Big Ten in scoring defense. Rutgers has allowed just 56.2 PPG (4th NCAA-I) while Northwestern has yielded 58.9 PPG (13th). Both play at a deliberate pace, and the match-up has few score-spiral-effect factors at play.

BACK THE UNDER 126.5 (-105).

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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

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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