Michigan State vs Northwestern Prediction, Bet Builder Tips & Odds | NCAAB, 12 Jan 2025

We’re Going Over With Our Total Bet

Over 137.5 points are expected to be scored when Michigan State and Northwestern meet, with this prediction available at odds of -115 and this looks like a value bet.

53-49 Victory for Michigan State in Previous H2H Clash

Michigan State Spartans won their previous game which was at home. It was a 88-54 triumph against Washington Huskies.

Northwestern Wildcats were defeated in their last game. On the road, they suffered a 79-61 reverse against Purdue Boilmakers.

It was Michigan State who came out on top when they last played Northwestern. A 53-49 win was recorded. The previous 10 games featuring these teams have resulted in six Michigan State victories.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Michigan State	27-6	2579	2219	360	18-4	9-2	1L
Northwestern	17-16	2390	2282	108	13-5	4-11	1L

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Expert College Basketball Analysis

We’re keen to follow the latest form and understand any patterns that emerge. The same applies to injuries that could affect key players. Combined with the most important stats, there is plenty of information to make a verdict.

Key Michigan State vs Northwestern stats:

• The 137.5 line has been covered in 13 of the last 20 MSU games.
• The 137.5 line has been covered in 6 of the last 10 MSU games.
• The 137.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Northwestern games.
• The 137.5 line has been covered in 6 of the last 10 Northwestern games.
• The 137.5 line has been covered in the last 4 Northwestern games.

Michigan State vs Northwestern Prediction

We’re surprised that the total line is 137.5 and it’s all about going for the Overs option when these college teams take to the court. Take the -115 and cheer on points.

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Over 137.5 Probability

According to the sportsbooks, our pick has a 53.5% chance of winning. After careful examination, our analysts have this probability close to 60%. That means we’re regarding it as a value wager.

Our Pick

Over 137.5 Points @ -115 Bet Now

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Player Props

Jase Richardson Over 7.5 Points -135

Jase Richardson (Michigan State) is available at -135 to rack up Over 7.5 points. There’s an opportunity to wager on Player Points and the total looks attractive for this player.

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Nick Martinelli Over 1.5 Assists -118

Nick Martinelli (Northwestern) is available at -118 to have Over 1.5 assists. The total for him on the Overs has lots of appeal, with bettors able to get plenty of juice.

Latest Nick Martinelli Player Prop Odds

Points

Over 16.5

-112

Under 16.5

-115

Assists

Over 1.5

-118

Under 1.5

-110

Rebounds

Over 4.5

-100

Under 4.5

-130

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Correct Score Prediction

Michigan State 71 - 72 Northwestern

There are massive odds on offer when it comes to Northwestern landing a 72-71 win. A close game is anticipated between two evenly-matched teams.

Michigan State vs Northwestern 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.

Tight Clash on the Cards According to the Books

The sportsbooks have Michigan State at -137 when it comes to the Moneyline betting, implying the favorites are 58% likely to win this game according to the latest odds. For those wanting to back Northwestern, you will find +114 about the underdogs.

There is a spread of 2.5 and total points has a line of 137.5. There is no denying the popularity of betting on the Totals. The Over 137.5 selection is available to back at -115.

You can back Michigan State to make a fast start and hit the 20-point mark first. The favorites are -140 to achieve this, with Northwestern -100 to win the race to this total.

You can find a nice selection of game lines and team props for every college basketball contest, with the betting sites creating many different options. Check out the pre-game and in-game selections before placing your bets.

Betting Lines & Odds

Moneyline

MSU

-137

Northwestern

+114

Point Spread

MSU -2.5

-105

Northwestern +2.5

-115

Total Points

Under 137.5

-105

Over 137.5

-115

Brooks Barnhizer Favorite to Get Most Points

Brooks Barnhizer is the market leader to hit the most buckets. He is priced at -116 to score Over 17.5 points. Alternatively, you can back Under at -111.

Player Points

Brooks Barnhizer (Northwestern)

Over 17.5

-116

Under 17.5

-111

Nick Martinelli (Northwestern)

Over 16.5

-112

Under 16.5

-115

Jaden Akins (MSU)

Over 14.5

-101

Under 14.5

-128

Jalen Leach (Northwestern)

Over 13.5

-100

Under 13.5

-130

Jase Richardson (MSU)

Over 7.5

-135

Under 7.5

+105

Jaxon Kohler (MSU)

Over 7.5

-110

Under 7.5

-118

Tre Holloman (MSU)

Over 7.5

+106

Under 7.5

-137

Jeremy Fears Jr. (MSU)

Over 6.5

-122

Under 6.5

-106

Player Assists

Jeremy Fears Jr. (MSU)

Over 6.5

-106

Under 6.5

-122

Brooks Barnhizer (Northwestern)

Over 4.5

+102

Under 4.5

-132

Tre Holloman (MSU)

Over 3.5

-141

Under 3.5

+108

Jalen Leach (Northwestern)

Over 2.5

+104

Under 2.5

-135

Nick Martinelli (Northwestern)

Over 1.5

-118

Under 1.5

-110

Jaden Akins (MSU)

Over 1.5

+174

Under 1.5

-233

Player Rebounds

Brooks Barnhizer (Northwestern)

Over 8.5

-105

Under 8.5

-123

Jaxon Kohler (MSU)

Over 7.5

-123

Under 7.5

-104

Nick Martinelli (Northwestern)

Over 4.5

-100

Under 4.5

-130

Jalen Leach (Northwestern)

Over 1.5

-143

Under 1.5

+110

Tre Holloman (MSU)

Over 1.5

-143

Under 1.5

+110

Jeremy Fears Jr. (MSU)

Over 1.5

-192

Under 1.5

+145

Last 5 & H2H

Team Stats

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

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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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