Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our Oregon vs Michigan NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Ann Arbor.
Oregon vs Michigan Prediction
Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Ducks versus the Wolverines? Tip off is at at 6:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on BTN. The game will be played at Crisler Center in Ann Arbor, MI. The over/under for this game is set at 154 points, and Michigan is favored by -7.5 vs. Oregon in a Big Ten conference matchup.
Oregon vs. Michigan Matchup At A Glance
- Sport: NCAAB
- Teams: Oregon Ducks at Michigan Wolverines
- Where: Ann Arbor at Crisler Center
- Date: Wednesday, February 5th
- Betting Odds MICH -7.5, ORE +260 | MICH -325 O/U 154
Ducks Preview: Will Oregon Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?
Oregon Ducks Recent Game/Games
The Ducks fell to 16-6 on the season after a 77-71 loss to Nebraska on Sunday, February 2nd. Oregon, who was favored by 6.5 points, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 148, just over the pre-game O/U line of 147.5.
Oregon trailed 34-28 at halftime and couldn’t make up ground in the second half, as both teams scored 43 points after the break.
Ducks Offense Breakdown
In their last game, the Ducks put up 71 points, shooting 40% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 43.3%. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 20 attempts for 25%, but were solid at the free-throw line, connecting on 18 of 22 for 81.8%.
Brice Williams led the way with 28 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists, shooting 55.6% overall, though just 2 of 8 from three. Juwan Gary added 23 points, shooting 60% from the field, while Brandon Angel contributed 15 points on 5 of 7 shooting, including 1 of 2 from deep.
Ducks Team Defense
Oregon's defense gave up 77 points, with their opponent shooting 40% from the field on 24 of 60 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 47% shooting, with 19 two-point field goals made.
From three-point range, Oregon's opponent hit 5 of 20 shots, shooting 25%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 22 times, where they made 18, shooting 81%. Oregon allowed 11 offensive rebounds.
Wolverines Preview: Does Michigan Have a Shot at a Home Win?
Michigan Wolverines Recent Game/Games
Michigan improved to 16-5 on the season with a 66-63 road win over Rutgers on February 1st. The Wolverines were -6.5 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 129, well under the O/U line of 154.5.
Michigan led 32-25 at halftime but allowed Rutgers to score 38 points in the 2nd half while putting up 34 points of their own. Despite the close finish, the Wolverines managed to hold on for the win.
Wolverines Offense Breakdown
Michigan put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 47.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.5%. They connected on 57.7% of their two-point attempts and 35% from beyond the arc, hitting 7 threes. At the free-throw line, they shot 71.4%, making 15 of 21 attempts.
Jamichael Davis led the way with 20 points, hitting 4 of 7 from three-point range. Danny Wolf contributed 16 points and 14 rebounds, while Vladislav Goldin was efficient, shooting 75% from the field and adding 14 points. Tyson Acuff also chipped in 14 points, knocking down 4 threes at a 50% clip.
Wolverines Team Defense
Michigan's defense held their opponent to 63 points on 32% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 38% (12/31) and three-point attempts to 27% (10/36).
From the free-throw line, Michigan's opponent shot 69%, making 9 of 13 attempts. The Wolverines gave up 15 offensive rebounds.
Ducks vs Wolverines Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis
- In their last ten games away from home, the Ducks have a straight up record of 8-2 while going 6-4 vs. the spread. The team averaged 73 points per game in this stretch.
- Through their last ten home games, Michigan has an ATS record of just 5-5. However, their overall record was 6-4 while averaging 76 points per game.
- The Ducks have played well in their last three games as the betting underdog, going 2-1 straight up and 2-1 against the spread.
- Through their last three matchups as the betting favorite, the Wolverines have a good straight up record, but their ATS mark is just 0-3.
Oregon vs Michigan Prediction & Free Pick
- KnupSports.com Free Betting Prediction: Michigan -7.5 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.