Minnesota vs Ohio State Prediction, Picks & Odds | 20 Jan 2026
College Basketball Betting Preview: Minnesota vs Ohio State
The Minnesota Golden Gophers square off against the Ohio State Buckeyes, with tip-off scheduled for 18:30 on Tuesday, January 20.
Don’t miss out on the chance to side with Ohio State on the spread at -8.5. On the face of it, this seems a generous line and odds of -106 can be backed against Minnesota.
Minnesota Golden Gophers were beaten in their previous game and this was on the road. Illinois Fighting Illini claimed a 77-67 win.
Ohio State Buckeyes last game saw them claim a 86-74 home win over UCLA Bruins.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Ohio State had the edge in the most recent matchup between these teams. They recorded a 89-88 (OT) win over Minnesota. Each team has landed five wins in the previous 10 games between the sides.
| NCAAB | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ohio State
|
21-12 | 2633 | 2402 | 231 | 15-5 | 6-7 | 1L |
Minnesota
|
15-17 | 2241 | 2193 | 48 | 13-8 | 2-9 | 1L |
Minnesota vs Ohio State Prediction & Picks
This Minnesota vs Ohio State betting guide features sharp analysis across major markets, including a match prediction, correct score bet, valuable player prop picks and a strategic bet builder.
Game Prediction
Ohio State really stand out in this college contest. Back them at -8.5 on the spread with the confidence that the betting favorites cover the line at -106.
We track all injuries that could impact each team before making our basketball picks. The form guide and latest stats also help the Sportsgambler.com team crunch the numbers ahead of the college hoops action.
Key Minnesota vs Ohio State stats:
Ohio State -8.5 Probability
According to the latest betting odds, our pick has a 51.5% chance of winning. However, our cappers in-depth research has found that the actual probability is closer to 60%. It is the reason why we are recommending this college basketball wager.
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Player Prop Picks
Bruce Thornton (Ohio State) can be backed to score Over 17.5 points at -110. We think that the line looks really appealing for this Player Points bet as we’re expecting him to cover this total.
Latest Bruce Thornton Player Prop Odds
John Mobley Jr. (Ohio State) is available at -154 to register Under 3.5 rebounds. When it comes to Player Rebounds, we’re expecting him to make a total that falls below the line.
Latest John Mobley Jr. Player Prop Odds
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Same Game Parlay Picks
Take a same game parlay that incorporates Ohio State to cover the -7.5 spread combined with Over 144.5. Add in Bruce Thornton (Ohio State) to score Over 17.5 points.
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Correct Score Prediction
69
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80
Ohio State
We’re going for the Buckeyes to claim a 80-69 victory and the good news is that there are massive betting odds for this outcome. A small stake can return a potentially large amount.
Minnesota vs Ohio State Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
At betting odds of -400 with the sportsbooks, Ohio State are regarded as 80% likely to win this college game. The market suggests that Minnesota are least likely to win at +310.
7.5 is the spread and 143.5 is the total points line. Basketball bettors love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Total wager. If you’re going for Over 143.5, then the odds are -112.
College hoops fans are spoilt for choice thanks to the wide range of team props and game lines which are available for every contest on the coupon. Head to the top basketball sportsbooks and find the best value picks.
Bruce Thornton is favorite when it comes to hitting the most buckets. You can get -105 that he goes Over 18.5 points and -125 when it comes to Under.
There are some exciting college basketball micro betting lines that are created and they are available in-game. Among them are Next Field Goal, where you select if the shot will be a two or three-pointer. The long-ball option pays better, and in today’s game, you can never discount the three-pointer.
- NCAAB: 07/01 2025 Ohio State 89 Minnesota 88
- NCAAB: 23/02 2024 Ohio State 79 Minnesota 88
- NCAAB: 04/12 2023 Minnesota 74 Ohio State 84
- NCAAB: 13/01 2023 Minnesota 70 Ohio State 67
- NCAAB: 16/02 2022 Minnesota 45 Ohio State 70
- NCAAB: 28/01 2022 Ohio State 75 Minnesota 64
- NCAAB: 11/03 2021 Minnesota 75 Ohio State 79
- NCAAB: 03/01 2021 Ohio State 60 Minnesota 77
- NCAAB: 24/01 2020 Minnesota 62 Ohio State 59
- NCAAB: 16/12 2019 Ohio State 71 Minnesota 84
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Minnesota Stats
Ohio State Stats
- 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
- 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- +8.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games
- +8.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games on the road
- -8.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games
- -8.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 138.70 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 137.90 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 144.5: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games
- Over 144.5 on the Road: Covered in 1 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 72.20 pts and allowed 66.50 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 65.50 pts and allowed 72.40 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 154.90 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 150.10 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 144.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
- Over 144.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 79.50 pts and allowed 75.40 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 83.10 pts and allowed 67.00 pts in the last 10 home games
NCAAB Table Select Season
| Big Ten | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Michigan
|
31-3 | 2952 | 2353 | 599 | 19-2 | 12-1 | 1L |
Nebraska
|
26-6 | 2473 | 2119 | 354 | 19-3 | 7-3 | 1L |
Michigan State
|
25-7 | 2526 | 2189 | 337 | 17-3 | 8-4 | 2L |
Purdue
|
27-8 | 2858 | 2455 | 403 | 16-5 | 11-3 | 4W |
Illinois
|
24-8 | 2700 | 2234 | 466 | 15-6 | 9-2 | 1L |
Wisconsin
|
24-10 | 2822 | 2581 | 241 | 16-2 | 8-8 | 1L |
UCLA
|
23-11 | 2643 | 2414 | 229 | 18-3 | 5-8 | 1L |
|
Ohio State
|
21-12 | 2633 | 2402 | 231 | 15-5 | 6-7 | 1L |
Iowa
|
21-12 | 2482 | 2177 | 305 | 17-3 | 4-9 | 1L |
Indiana
|
18-14 | 2501 | 2309 | 192 | 15-6 | 3-8 | 2L |
USC
|
18-14 | 2515 | 2494 | 21 | 11-7 | 7-7 | 8L |
Washington
|
16-17 | 2545 | 2430 | 115 | 11-6 | 5-11 | 1L |
|
Minnesota
|
15-17 | 2241 | 2193 | 48 | 13-8 | 2-9 | 1L |
Northwestern
|
15-19 | 2487 | 2447 | 40 | 11-9 | 4-10 | 1L |
Rutgers
|
14-19 | 2329 | 2479 | -150 | 11-7 | 3-12 | 1L |
Oregon
|
12-20 | 2267 | 2366 | -99 | 10-10 | 2-10 | 1L |
Penn State
|
12-20 | 2358 | 2539 | -181 | 10-10 | 2-10 | 3L |
Maryland
|
12-21 | 2300 | 2527 | -227 | 9-8 | 3-13 | 1L |
- 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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