Northwestern vs Wisconsin Prediction, Picks & Odds | 13 Mar 2025

We’re expecting a spirited performance from Northwestern which leads us to backing them against the spread when meeting Wisconsin. The underdogs should be able to cover the +7.5 line where -110 can be found.

Northwestern Wildcats triumphed in their previous game. It was on the road where Minnesota Golden Gophers were beaten 72-64.

Wisconsin Badgers were beaten 86-75 in their last game, being turned over at home to Penn State Nittany Lions.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last head-to-head saw Wisconsin claim a 75-69 win over Northwestern. Wisconsin have three straight victories against Northwestern. They have won 8 of the 10 previous head-to-head matchups.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Wisconsin	16-6	1831	1651	180	12-2	4-4	2W
Northwestern	10-12	1686	1583	103	8-7	2-5	1L

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Northwestern vs Wisconsin Prediction & Picks

There’s a great opportunity to back Northwestern against the spread here. The underdogs should be able to produce a solid performance in this college contest, with +7.5 making lots appeal at -110.

Our college basketball predictions are always well-researched and it starts with a combination of team news and form guide. Once we have a clear idea of what might happen, we match up the latest data.

Key Northwestern vs Wisconsin stats:

• The +7.5 line has been covered by Northwestern in 9 of their last 10 games.
• The +7.5 line has been covered by Northwestern in 16 of their last 20 games.
• The -7.5 line hasn’t been covered by Wisconsin in 4 of their last 5 games.
• The -7.5 line hasn’t been covered by Wisconsin in 3 consecutive games.

Northwestern +7.5 Probability

According to the sportsbooks, there’s a 52.4% likelihood of our pick landing a return. However, we have this number closer to 60% based on our in-depth research. This is why we can recommend this college basketball wager.

We recommend moving the line if you are searching for bigger odds about the same selection. Take your pick and get the juice that you want from your wager in the process.

Our Game Prediction

Northwestern +7.5 @ -110 Bet Now

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Ty Berry Over 2.5 Assists +139

Ty Berry (Northwestern) can be wagered to have Over 2.5 assists at +139. We’re happy to wager that he is able to cover the line, with this Player Assists bet making appeal.

Latest Ty Berry Player Prop Odds

Points

Over 14.5

-102

Under 14.5

-127

Assists

Over 2.5

+139

Under 2.5

-182

Rebounds

Over 4.5

-135

Under 4.5

+104

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Steven Crowl Under 10.5 Points -114

Steven Crowl (Wisconsin) is available at -114 to register Under 10.5 points. In our opinion, he might fall short when it comes to Player Points as we don’t think he will cover the line.

Latest Steven Crowl Player Prop Odds

Points

Over 10.5

-114

Under 10.5

-114

Assists

Over 2.5

+106

Under 2.5

-137

Rebounds

Over 5.5

+112

Under 5.5

-145

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Correct Score Prediction

Northwestern 70 - 75 Wisconsin

There’s lots of entertainment when it comes to a correct score wager. A play on the Badgers to achieve a 75-70 victory should give bettors a good run for their money.

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Northwestern vs Wisconsin 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.

The sportsbooks’ betting odds have Wisconsin as -385 favorites for this college game, implying that they are 79% likely to win. Northwestern are the underdogs at +300 and they’re regarded as least likely to win.

The spread is calculated to be 8.5, while total points comes in at 139.5. Basketball bettors love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Total wager. If you’re wanting to back Over 139.5, the odds are -115.

Wisconsin are favorites at odds of -220 when it comes to the Race to 20 Points betting, with Northwestern available at +160 should you think they’ll reach this number first.

The good news is that you can access a nice selection of game lines and team props for most college basketball contests. The betting sites have a huge range of pre-game and in-game wagering options.

Moneyline

Northwestern

+300

Wisconsin

-385

Point Spread

Northwestern +8.5

-110

Wisconsin -8.5

-110

Total Points

Under 139.5

-105

Over 139.5

-115

Nick Martinelli is the favorite to score most points. Odds of -114 can be found for him scoring Over 22.5 points and there are the same odds for him to go Under.

Nick Martinelli (Northwestern)

Over 22.5

-114

Under 22.5

-114

John Tonje (Wisconsin)

Over 18.5

-122

Under 18.5

-106

John Blackwell (Wisconsin)

Over 15.5

-115

Under 15.5

-112

Ty Berry (Northwestern)

Over 14.5

-102

Under 14.5

-127

Steven Crowl (Wisconsin)

Over 10.5

-114

Under 10.5

-114

K.J. Windham (Northwestern)

Over 9.5

-116

Under 9.5

-111

Justin Mullins (Northwestern)

Over 6.5

+107

Under 6.5

-139

Jordan Clayton (Northwestern)

Over 5.5

-116

Under 5.5

-111

Matthew Nicholson (Northwestern)

Over 5.5

-109

Under 5.5

-119

John Blackwell (Wisconsin)

Over 2.5

+139

Under 2.5

-182

Ty Berry (Northwestern)

Over 2.5

+139

Under 2.5

-182

Steven Crowl (Wisconsin)

Over 2.5

+106

Under 2.5

-137

K.J. Windham (Northwestern)

Over 2.5

-119

Under 2.5

-109

Jordan Clayton (Northwestern)

Over 2.5

-105

Under 2.5

-123

Nick Martinelli (Northwestern)

Over 1.5

-141

Under 1.5

+108

John Tonje (Wisconsin)

Over 1.5

-102

Under 1.5

-127

Justin Mullins (Northwestern)

Over 1.5

-116

Under 1.5

-111

Matthew Nicholson (Northwestern)

Over 1.5

+103

Under 1.5

-133

Nick Martinelli (Northwestern)

Over 7.5

+107

Under 7.5

-139

John Tonje (Wisconsin)

Over 5.5

-103

Under 5.5

-125

John Blackwell (Wisconsin)

Over 5.5

-125

Under 5.5

-103

Steven Crowl (Wisconsin)

Over 5.5

+112

Under 5.5

-145

Matthew Nicholson (Northwestern)

Over 5.5

-130

Under 5.5

-100

Ty Berry (Northwestern)

Over 4.5

-135

Under 4.5

+104

Justin Mullins (Northwestern)

Over 3.5

-116

Under 3.5

-111

K.J. Windham (Northwestern)

Over 2.5

+109

Under 2.5

-141

Jordan Clayton (Northwestern)

Over 2.5

-119

Under 2.5

-109

It’s good to consider all wagering options when it comes to college basketball and micro betting can be an exciting way to get involved in the action. When everything goes in-game, consider whether the next shot will be a Two or a Three-pointer.

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Northwestern Stats

Wisconsin Stats

Moneyline

• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +9.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games
• +9.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -9.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
• -9.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 146.60 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 143.70 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 154.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 154.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 77.10 pts and allowed 69.50 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 71.80 pts and allowed 71.90 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 156.80 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 155.80 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 154.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 154.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 83.70 pts and allowed 73.10 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 85.30 pts and allowed 70.50 pts in the last 10 home games

NCAAB Table Select Season 2025/20262024/20252023/20242022/20232021/20222020/20212019/2020

Big Ten	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Michigan	20-1	1900	1447	453	13-1	7-0	6W
Nebraska	20-2	1759	1452	307	15-1	5-1	2L
Illinois	19-3	1862	1501	361	12-3	7-0	11W
Michigan State	19-3	1741	1417	324	13-2	6-1	1L
Purdue	18-4	1840	1517	323	13-2	5-2	1W
Iowa	16-5	1637	1323	314	13-1	3-4	4W
Wisconsin	16-6	1831	1651	180	12-2	4-4	2W
USC	16-6	1792	1657	135	10-3	6-3	1W
UCLA	15-7	1717	1537	180	12-2	3-5	1L
Indiana	15-7	1793	1552	241	12-3	3-4	3W
Ohio State	14-7	1726	1543	183	10-3	4-4	1L
Washington	12-10	1722	1602	120	8-3	4-7	1W
Minnesota	10-12	1579	1514	65	9-6	1-6	7L
Northwestern	10-12	1686	1583	103	8-7	2-5	1L
Penn State	10-12	1682	1724	-42	9-7	1-5	1W
Rutgers	9-13	1548	1656	-108	9-5	0-8	5L
Maryland	8-13	1522	1673	-151	7-5	1-8	3L
Oregon	8-14	1585	1640	-55	7-8	1-6	8L

• 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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