Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our Chicago State vs Wisconsin NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Madison.
Chicago State vs Wisconsin Prediction
The Cougars and Badgers are set to face off at 1:00 ET on PEAC. The Badgers will host the game at Kohl Center in Madison, WI. The over/under for this game is set at 148.5 points, and Wisconsin is favored by -35 against Chicago State in a non-conference matchup.
Chicago State vs. Wisconsin Matchup At A Glance
- Sport: NCAAB
- Teams: Chicago State Cougars at Wisconsin Badgers
- Where: Madison at Kohl Center
- Date: Saturday, November 30th
- Betting Odds WISC -35, CHIST +3400 | WISC -15000 O/U 148.5
Cougars Preview: Are Chicago State Ready for a Road Win?
Chicago State Cougars Recent Game/Games
Chicago State fell 83-71 to Drexel on Tuesday, November 26th. The Cougars were +18 point underdogs going into the game, but managed to keep it closer than expected.
Chicago State trailed 35-28 at halftime and scored 43 points in the 2nd half, but allowed 48 points after the break. The total points for the game was 154, surpassing the over/under line of 136.
Cougars Offense Breakdown
Chicago State's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 45.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 56.4%, thanks in part to hitting 42.9% from beyond the arc, knocking down 12 of 28 attempts.
Kobe MaGee led the way with 23 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 69.2% overall and 57.1% from three. Yame Butler added 20 points, while Troy McKoy Jr. contributed 19 points, hitting 4 threes at a 50% clip.
Cougars Team Defense
Chicago State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 83 points on 59% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 69% of their two-point attempts, with 23 makes on 33 tries.
From beyond the arc, Chicago State's opponents shot 42%, connecting on 8 of 19 three-point attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 20 times, where they made 13 free throws, shooting 65%. Chicago State allowed 12 offensive rebounds.
Badgers Preview: Are Wisconsin Ready for a Home Win?
Wisconsin picked up an 81-75 win over Pittsburgh on Sunday, November 24th. The Badgers were +2.5 point underdogs but not only won the game but also covered the spread. The total points for the game ended at 156, surpassing the O/U line of 148.
After trailing 34-27 at halftime, Wisconsin turned things around by scoring 54 points in the 2nd half while allowing 41. This strong 2nd half performance was key to their victory.
Badgers Offense Breakdown
Wisconsin put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 48.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.3%. They hit 60% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 25% of their threes (5/20). At the free-throw line, they were solid, making 18 of 22 attempts (81.8%).
John Tonje led the way with 33 points, shooting 57.9% overall despite hitting just 1 of 5 from three-point range. Ishmael Leggett added 17 points, while Cameron Corhen was efficient inside, going 7 for 8 from the field. Jaland Lowe contributed 15 points and 5 assists, though he made just 1 of 7 from deep.
Badgers Team Defense
Wisconsin's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 48% from the field on 29 of 60 attempts. The Badgers struggled to contain two-point shots, allowing the other team to hit 60% of their attempts, going 24 for 40.
From beyond the arc, Wisconsin held the opposition to 25% shooting, with just 5 made threes on 20 attempts. The Badgers also sent the other team to the line 22 times, where they converted 18 free throws for 81%. Wisconsin allowed 9 offensive rebounds.
Cougars vs Badgers Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis
- Across their five previous road games, Chicago State has an ATS mark of 2-3. Their straight up record in these matchups was 0-5 while averaging 59 points per game.
- In their last five home games, Wisconsin has averaged 74 points per game while allowing 76. The team's record in this stretch was 2-3 while going 3-2.
- Going back to their previous three games as the underdog, Chicago State has an ATS mark of 1-2 while going 0-3 straight up.
- In their last five games as the betting favorite, the Badgers have a strong straight up record of 5-0. In addition, their ATS record was 3-2 in these scenarios.
Chicago State vs Wisconsin Prediction & Free Pick
- KnupSports.com Free Betting Prediction: Chicago State +35 Be sure to check out our other NCAA Basketball betting previews for this week. KnupSports.com also updates their sports betting picks page daily with plays across all sports.