Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our Michigan vs Wisconsin NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Madison.
Michigan vs Wisconsin Prediction
Betting on today's Wolverines and Badgers game? Catch the action at Kohl Center in Madison, WI, as the Badgers hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on PEAC. The over/under for this game is set at 150.5 points, and Wisconsin is favored by -2.5 vs. Michigan in a Big Ten conference matchup.
Michigan vs. Wisconsin Matchup At A Glance
- Sport: NCAAB
- Teams: Michigan Wolverines at Wisconsin Badgers
- Where: Madison at Kohl Center
- Date: Tuesday, December 3rd
- Betting Odds WISC -2.5, MICH +126 | WISC -157 O/U 150.5
Wolverines Preview: Do the Wolverines Have What it Takes in Madison?
Michigan improved to 6-1 on the season with a dominant 78-53 win over Xavier on Wednesday. The Wolverines, who were -1.5 favorites going into the game, covered the spread with ease.
After leading 41-30 at halftime, Michigan held Xavier to just 23 points in the second half while scoring 37 of their own. The total points for the game ended up at 131, well under the O/U line of 153.5.
Wolverines Offense Breakdown
In their latest game, the Wolverines put up 78 points, shooting 49.2% from the field and 50% from beyond the arc, hitting 11 of 22 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 59%, though they struggled from the free-throw line, making just 7 of 14 attempts.
Danny Wolf led the way with 20 points and 14 rebounds, hitting 4 of 5 threes and shooting 66.7% overall. Ryan Conwell added 19 points, connecting on 5 of 9 threes, while Vladislav Goldin contributed 18 points in just 20 minutes, shooting 77.8% from the floor.
Wolverines Team Defense
Michigan's defense was dominant, holding their opponent to just 53 points on 33% shooting from the field. The Wolverines were particularly effective inside, limiting their opponent to 34% shooting on two-point attempts.
From beyond the arc, Michigan's defense gave up 8 threes on 24 attempts, a 33% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 9 times, where they made 5, shooting 55%. Michigan allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.
Badgers Preview: Can the Wisconsin Offense Score Enough at Home?
Wisconsin improved to 8-0 on the season with a 74-53 win over Chicago State on Saturday. The Badgers were heavy favorites at -33.5 but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 127, well under the O/U line of 148.5.
Wisconsin led 32-25 at halftime and pulled away in the 2nd half, outscoring the Cougars 42-28.
Badgers Offense Breakdown
In their last game, Wisconsin put up 74 points, shooting 39% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.5%. They connected on 33.3% of their threes, going 10-for-30, and hit 44.8% of their two-point attempts, finishing 13-for-29 inside the arc.
The Badgers excelled at the free-throw line, converting 18 of 21 attempts for an 85.7% rate. John Tonje led the way with 22 points, hitting 3 of 6 from deep, while Nolan Winter was perfect from the field, going 4-for-4, including 1-for-1 from three.
Badgers Team Defense
Wisconsin's defense held their opponent to just 53 points, with a field goal percentage of 39% (23/59). The Badgers limited two-point shooting to 44% (13/29).
From beyond the arc, Wisconsin allowed 10 threes on 30 attempts (33%). Their opponent shot 85% from the free-throw line, hitting 18 of 21. Wisconsin also gave up 11 offensive rebounds.
Wolverines vs Badgers Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis
- When looking at their past three road matchups, Michigan has an ATS record of 2-1 while averaging 74 per game. The team went 2-1 overall in these games.
- When looking at their past ten home matchups, Wisconsin has an ATS record of 3-7 while averaging 71 per game. The team went 3-7 overall in these games.
- Looking back on the team's last five games as the underdog, the Wolverines have a straight up record of 0-5. Their record vs the spread in these games was 1-4.
- Against the spread, the Badgers have put together of 2-3 in their last five games as the betting favorite. In these same games, they went 5-0 straight up.
Michigan vs Wisconsin Prediction & Free Pick
- KnupSports.com Free Betting Prediction: Wisconsin -2.5 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.