Indiana Hoosiers
Basketball NCAAB Tue 13 Jan 20:00
Michigan State Spartans (MSU)
  1. Prediction
  2. SGP Picks
  3. Odds
  4. Player Props
  5. Team Stats
  6. Standings

College Basketball Betting Preview: Indiana vs Michigan State

The Indiana Hoosiers square off against the Michigan State Spartans, with tip-off scheduled for 20:00 on Tuesday, January 13.

The Total Line Could Be Too Low

We’re forecasting that Indiana and Michigan State will produce a significant combined points total. Therefore, our prediction is to take the -110 that there are Over 142.5 points.

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Indiana Won 71-67 in Teams’ Last Encounter

Indiana Hoosiers lost their previous game, being beaten at home to Nebraska Cornhuskers 83-77.

Michigan State Spartans last game saw them claim a 76-66 home win over Northwestern Wildcats.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Indiana have claimed victory in the last two matchups against Michigan State. They won 65-64 at home and 71-67 on the road. Indiana have won six of the past 10 games that these teams have played.

NCAAB Overall PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
Michigan State 14-2 1262 1032 230 11-1 3-1 2W
Indiana 12-4 1352 1088 264 11-2 1-2 1L
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Indiana vs Michigan State Prediction & Picks

Head into Indiana vs Michigan State with expert betting insights, including our main match prediction, best correct score pick and a value-driven bet builder. Dive into each section below for more.

Game Prediction

The teams are capable of exceeding the set points total line which leads us to predict Over 142.5 as a great pick at -110 for this college matchup.

We keep a close eye on team news and our college basketball handicappers stay sharp by tracking the latest form and lineups. You’ll also find a full set of stats that offer valuable insight and help shape smarter predictions ahead of the action.

Key Indiana vs Michigan State stats:

  • The 142.5 line has been covered in the last 3 Indiana games.
  • The 142.5 line has been covered in 6 of the last 10 Indiana games.
  • The 142.5 line has been covered in 10 of the last 17 Indiana games on the road.
  • The 142.5 line has been covered in 3 of the last 5 MSU games at home.

Over 142.5 Probability

The best betting apps make it a 52.4% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. Based on our in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be 55-60%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this college basketball bet.

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Same Game Parlay Picks

Totals Over 142.5
Spread Michigan State -6.5
Result & BTTS 60 Michigan State / Yes

Get in the game with a same game parlay. Our picks are Over 142.5 on the total, Michigan State to cover the -6.5 spread and both teams to score 60 points and Michigan State to win on the Result & BTTS lines.

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Correct Score Prediction

Indiana Indiana logo 69 - 80 Michigan State logo Michigan State

If you want to take a chance on a correct score, then the Spartans to enjoy a 80-69 win could be along the right lines. There are enormous odds for this particular outcome.

Indiana vs Michigan State 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.

Books Running Scared of Michigan State Win

Michigan State are -333 favorites and that means a 77% chance of winning this college game according to the Moneyline betting odds with the sportsbooks. The market suggests that Indiana are least likely to win at +265.

The spread is calculated to be 6.5, while total points comes in at 142.5. There are many ways to bet on basketball including the Totals. If you’re going for Over 142.5, then the odds are -110.

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Betting Lines & Odds
Player Props & Micro Betting

There is regularly betting value to be found from wagering on the player props with the best online gambling sites. You can find lots of ways to back for or against a specific player lining up for one of the two teams.

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Team Stats

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Indiana logo Indiana Stats
Michigan State logo Michigan State Stats
Moneyline
  • 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
Moneyline
  • 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 home games
Point Spread
Point Spread
Total Points
Total Points

NCAAB Table Select Season

Big Ten Overall PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
Nebraska 16-0 1299 1063 236 13-0 3-0 16W
Purdue 15-1 1383 1089 294 12-1 3-0 7W
Michigan 14-1 1419 1027 392 10-1 4-0 1L
Michigan State 14-2 1262 1032 230 11-1 3-1 2W
Illinois 13-3 1376 1079 297 9-3 4-0 5W
USC 13-3 1349 1224 125 8-1 5-2 1W
Indiana 12-4 1352 1088 264 11-2 1-2 1L
Iowa 12-4 1266 987 279 11-1 1-3 2L
Wisconsin 11-5 1329 1200 129 9-1 2-4 2W
UCLA 11-5 1262 1105 157 10-1 1-4 1W
Ohio State 11-5 1330 1151 179 7-3 4-2 1L
Minnesota 10-6 1168 1057 111 9-4 1-2 1L
Washington 10-6 1307 1170 137 7-1 3-5 1W
Penn State 9-7 1250 1206 44 8-5 1-2 3L
Rutgers 9-8 1186 1244 -58 9-3 0-5 1W
Oregon 8-8 1227 1172 55 7-4 1-4 2L
Northwestern 8-8 1266 1139 127 7-4 1-4 3L
Maryland 7-9 1174 1239 -65 6-4 1-5 3L
  • 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