Illinois vs Wisconsin Prediction, Bet Builder Tips & Odds | NCAAB, 18 Feb 2025

A Low-Scoring Game Set to Happen?

Under 160.5 points looks like an attractive total wager. Illinois and Wisconsin might not be able to reach this combined amount and we can profit with this pick at -106.

9 Wins for Illinois in Previous 10 H2H Clashes

Illinois Fighting Illini were defeated in their previous game. They were beaten at home to Michigan State Spartans by a 79-65 scoreline.

Wisconsin Badgers triumphed in their last game. It was on the road where Purdue Boilmakers were beaten 94-84.

It was Illinois who came out on top when they last played Wisconsin. A 86-80 win was recorded. Illinois have won nine on the spin against Wisconsin. They’ve also claimed 9 wins in the past 10 head-to-head matchups.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Wisconsin	26-9	2790	2465	325	16-3	10-6	1L
Illinois	21-12	2766	2462	304	15-6	6-6	1L

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Expert College Basketball Analysis

The team news that filters through can have a knock-on effect as far as the lines and odds are concerned. We use this information along with the form guide, while the latest stats are also taken into consideration.

Key Illinois vs Wisconsin stats:

• The 160.5 line hasn’t been covered in 7 of the last 10 Illinois games on the road.
• The 160.5 line hasn’t been covered in 3 of the last 5 Illinois games on the road.
• The 160.5 line hasn’t been covered in 8 of the last 10 Wisconsin games.
• The 160.5 line hasn’t been covered in 4 of the last 5 Wisconsin games.
• The 160.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 4 Wisconsin games at home.

Illinois vs Wisconsin Prediction

The -106 for Under 160.5 points to be scored by the two teams looks like really good value in this college contest. Our prediction is that the teams might not collectively reach this total.

Those looking for larger odds can include an Under selection with other picks when they place a Bet Builder. A bigger potential payout could be on the cards with this bet.

Under 160.5 Probability

The sportsbooks imply that our pick has a 51.5% prospect of winning. However, our analysts in-depth research has found that the actual probability is between 55-60%. It is the reason why we are recommending this college basketball wager.

Our Pick

Under 160.5 Points @ -106 Bet Now

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Player Props

John Blackwell Over 4.5 Rebounds +118

John Blackwell (Wisconsin) can be backed to register Over 4.5 rebounds at +118. We’re going to take him on the Overs for Player Rebounds, with this total making lots of appeal.

Latest John Blackwell Player Prop Odds

Points

Over 15.5

-115

Under 15.5

-112

Assists

Over 1.5

-110

Under 1.5

-118

Rebounds

Over 4.5

+117

Under 4.5

-152

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Kasparas Jakucionis Over 4.5 Rebounds -175

Kasparas Jakucionis (Illinois) can be wagered to have Over 4.5 rebounds at -175. If you agree with our verdict that he can cover the Player Rebounds total, then you can back this selection.

Latest Kasparas Jakucionis Player Prop Odds

Points

Over 17.5

-123

Under 17.5

-105

Assists

Over 4.5

+128

Under 4.5

-167

Rebounds

Over 5.5

+109

Under 5.5

-141

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Correct Score Prediction

Illinois 74 - 82 Wisconsin

If you want to take a chance on a correct score, then the Badgers to enjoy a 82-74 win could be along the right lines. There are enormous odds for this particular outcome.

Illinois vs Wisconsin Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Wisconsin Trading at Shorter Odds Than Illinois

The sportsbooks’ betting odds have Wisconsin as -172 favorites for this college game, implying that they are 63% likely to win. At +142, Illinois are regarded as having a lower probability of winning.

The spread is calculated to be 3.5, while total points comes in at 161.5. Basketball bettors love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Total wager. If you want to bet Under 161.5, there are odds of -114.

Wagering on the Race to 20 Points allows bettors to back favorites Wisconsin at -160. On the flip side, Illinois are +120 should you think they’ll get to this total first.

Whether you are wagering pre-game or in-game, you can feast on plenty of game lines and team props. The selections are practically endless and it’s great to have so many options.

Betting Lines & Odds

Moneyline

Illinois

+142

Wisconsin

-172

Point Spread

Illinois +3.5

-102

Wisconsin -3.5

-120

Total Points

Under 161.5

-114

Over 161.5

-106

John Tonje Favorite to Get the Most Buckets

In terms of hitting the most buckets, favorite John Tonje is available at -125 to rack up Over 19.5 points. If you want to go Under, then -103 is available.

Player Points

John Tonje (Wisconsin)

Over 19.5

-125

Under 19.5

-103

Kasparas Jakucionis (Illinois)

Over 17.5

-123

Under 17.5

-105

John Blackwell (Wisconsin)

Over 15.5

-115

Under 15.5

-112

Tomislav Ivisic (Illinois)

Over 12.5

+105

Under 12.5

-135

Kylan Boswell (Illinois)

Over 11.5

-100

Under 11.5

-130

Max Klesmit (Wisconsin)

Over 10.5

-112

Under 10.5

-115

Nolan Winter (Wisconsin)

Over 10.5

+110

Under 10.5

-143

Steven Crowl (Wisconsin)

Over 10.5

+110

Under 10.5

-143

Ben Humrichous (Illinois)

Over 9.5

-100

Under 9.5

-130

Kamari McGee (Wisconsin)

Over 6.5

+105

Under 6.5

-135

Player Assists

Kasparas Jakucionis (Illinois)

Over 4.5

+128

Under 4.5

-167

Kylan Boswell (Illinois)

Over 2.5

+115

Under 2.5

-149

Max Klesmit (Wisconsin)

Over 2.5

-118

Under 2.5

-110

Steven Crowl (Wisconsin)

Over 2.5

+146

Under 2.5

-192

John Tonje (Wisconsin)

Over 1.5

-110

Under 1.5

-118

John Blackwell (Wisconsin)

Over 1.5

-110

Under 1.5

-118

Tomislav Ivisic (Illinois)

Over 1.5

-103

Under 1.5

-125

Kamari McGee (Wisconsin)

Over 1.5

+128

Under 1.5

-167

Player Rebounds

Tomislav Ivisic (Illinois)

Over 7.5

-130

Under 7.5

-100

Steven Crowl (Wisconsin)

Over 6.5

+112

Under 6.5

-145

John Tonje (Wisconsin)

Over 5.5

+120

Under 5.5

-156

Kasparas Jakucionis (Illinois)

Over 5.5

+109

Under 5.5

-141

Nolan Winter (Wisconsin)

Over 5.5

+110

Under 5.5

-143

Ben Humrichous (Illinois)

Over 5.5

+109

Under 5.5

-141

John Blackwell (Wisconsin)

Over 4.5

+117

Under 4.5

-152

Kylan Boswell (Illinois)

Over 4.5

-135

Under 4.5

+105

Max Klesmit (Wisconsin)

Over 3.5

+128

Under 3.5

-167

Kamari McGee (Wisconsin)

Over 1.5

-192

Under 1.5

+145

Micro Betting

Instead of focusing on the overall outcome, some bettors prefer to look at the college basketball micro betting lines. As the name suggests, it means placing short-term in-game wagers and this might include Next Field Goal, with the options being for a two-pointer or a three-pointer.

Last 5 & H2H

Team Stats

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

NCAAB Table Select Season 2024/20252023/20242022/20232021/20222020/20212019/2020

Big Ten	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Michigan State	27-6	2579	2219	360	18-4	9-2	1L
Maryland	25-8	2695	2211	484	20-3	5-5	1L
Wisconsin	26-9	2790	2465	325	16-3	10-6	1L
Michigan	25-9	2661	2422	239	16-5	9-4	3W
Oregon	24-9	2515	2341	174	13-4	11-5	1L
UCLA	22-10	2392	2103	289	15-5	7-5	1L
Purdue	22-11	2570	2346	224	16-4	6-7	1L
Illinois	21-12	2766	2462	304	15-6	6-6	1L
Indiana	19-13	2389	2305	84	14-5	5-8	1L
Nebraska	17-14	2337	2259	78	11-7	6-7	5L
Ohio State	17-15	2522	2353	169	12-8	5-7	2L
Penn State	16-15	2452	2270	182	13-6	3-9	1W
Iowa	17-16	2722	2630	92	14-7	3-9	1L
Northwestern	17-16	2390	2282	108	13-5	4-11	1L
USC	16-17	2537	2491	46	12-8	4-9	1L
Rutgers	15-17	2465	2482	-17	11-9	4-8	1L
Minnesota	15-17	2178	2231	-53	10-11	5-6	3L
Washington	12-18	2142	2277	-135	10-9	2-9	6L

• Overall = Overall Wins-Losses
• PF = Total Points For
• PA = Total Points Against
• N. Pts = Point Differential
• Home = Home Record
• Away = Away Record
• Strk = Current Streak

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