Ohio State vs Northwestern Prediction, Picks & Odds | 06 Dec 2025
College Basketball Betting Preview: Ohio State vs Northwestern
The Ohio State Buckeyes square off against the Northwestern Wildcats, with tip-off scheduled for 14:00 on Saturday, December 6.
It’s time to side with Northwestern to record a victory over Ohio State. The home team should have the upper hand and the -102 for our Moneyline prediction looks a good price.
Ohio State Buckeyes were defeated in their previous game. On the road, they suffered a 67-66 reverse against Pittsburgh Panthers.
Northwestern Wildcats were defeated in their last game. On the road, they suffered a 85-73 reverse against Wisconsin Badgers.
Head-to-Head Statistics
It was Northwestern who came out on top when they last played Ohio State. A 70-49 win was recorded. Northwestern have beaten Ohio State in the past three meetings. They’ve also claimed 5 victories in the past 10 head-to-head matchups.
| NCAAB | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ohio State
|
21-12 | 2633 | 2402 | 231 | 15-5 | 6-7 | 1L |
Northwestern
|
15-19 | 2487 | 2447 | 40 | 11-9 | 4-10 | 1L |
Ohio State vs Northwestern Prediction & Picks
Get ready for Ohio State vs Northwestern with all the betting angles covered, from an expert match prediction and correct score advice to player props and a custom bet builder.
Game Prediction
The best bet could be taking Northwestern to simply achieve a victory in this college showdown. Our pick can be taken at -102 on the Moneyline which yields a potentially nice return.
Our basketball picks are built after tracking the latest team news and reviewing recent form. We also dive into stats, which often serve as a solid barometer for how the college hoops action might unfold.
Key Ohio State vs Northwestern stats:
Northwestern Moneyline Probability
Based on the odds from the top betting sites, there’s a 50.5% likelihood of our pick delivering a return. After careful examination, our analysts calculate this probability to be closer to 60%. This is why we can recommend this college basketball bet.
Northwestern are available at a range of odds on the spread. If you are looking for a bigger price, then check out the latest lines and choose the wager that makes the most appeal.
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Player Prop Picks
Nick Martinelli (Northwestern) is available at -118 to register Under 1.5 assists. He might fall short when it comes to covering the Player Assists line and we’re confident when it comes to this prop bet.
Latest Nick Martinelli Player Prop Odds
Devin Royal (Ohio State) can be wagered to score Under 13.5 points at -115. We’re expecting him to fall short of the Player Points line which makes an Unders bet really appealing.
Latest Devin Royal Player Prop Odds
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Same Game Parlay Picks
We’ve got a same game parlay with three options: Northwestern on the moneyline, Over 153.5 and Nick Martinelli (Northwestern) to get Under 1.5 assists.
We recommend a same game parlay as it’s a fantastic way of wagering on a single event. Many basketball bettors like to create a personalised wager which reflects their predictions for how a game is going to play out.
Correct Score Prediction
76
-
79
Northwestern
There’s every chance that this is going to be a close game and we’ll have a play on the Wildcats enjoying a 79-76 winning scoreline. Hopefully this can go close.
Ohio State vs Northwestern 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.
Northwestern are -145 to win against Ohio State who are priced at betting odds of +120. From a percentage point-of-view, the leading sportsbooks give the visiting team a 45% chance of success.
2.5 is where the spread lies, with total points being 153.5 right now. The advantage of the Totals is that you only have to choose from one of two options. If you want to wager Over 153.5, there are odds of -110.
Whether you’re betting in-game or pre-game, the best betting apps serve up a wide range of game lines and team props to choose from. The options are nearly endless, and it’s awesome to have so much variety.
Nick Martinelli is the favorite to score most points. He is priced at -105 to score Over 20.5 points. Alternatively, you can back Under at -125.
Micro betting provides a rollercoaster ride for college basketball bettors. It can be great to enjoy the live lines, with the opportunity to bet on the Next Field Goal. Watch the live action before deciding which way to go.
- NCAAB: 21/02 2025 Northwestern 70 Ohio State 49
- NCAAB: 28/01 2024 Ohio State 58 Northwestern 83
- NCAAB: 10/02 2023 Northwestern 69 Ohio State 63
- NCAAB: 02/01 2023 Ohio State 73 Northwestern 57
- NCAAB: 09/01 2022 Northwestern 87 Ohio State 95
- NCAAB: 14/01 2021 Northwestern 71 Ohio State 81
- NCAAB: 26/12 2020 Ohio State 70 Northwestern 71
- NCAAB: 27/01 2020 Ohio State 71 Northwestern 59
- NCAAB: 07/03 2019 Ohio State 50 Northwestern 68
- NCAAB: 21/02 2019 Northwestern 49 Ohio State 63
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Ohio State Stats
Northwestern Stats
- 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
- 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
- -1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games on the road
- +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
- +1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 159.50 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 147.90 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 150.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
- Over 150.5 on the Road: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 86.70 pts and allowed 72.80 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 73.70 pts and allowed 74.20 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 148.90 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 145.30 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 150.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
- Over 150.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 78.30 pts and allowed 70.60 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 77.20 pts and allowed 68.10 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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