TCU vs Ohio State Prediction, Picks & Odds | 19 Mar 2026
College Basketball Betting Preview: TCU vs Ohio State
No. 9 TCU Horned Frogs battle No. 8 Ohio State Buckeyes in this NCAA Tournament First Round matchup at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina, with tip-off scheduled for 11:15 on Thursday, March 19.
We’re heading to the Moneyline and our betting prediction is for Ohio State to triumph. The Buckeyes have a strong chance of beating TCU and the -145 makes lots of appeal.
The TCU Horned Frogs (22-11, 6th in the Big 12) lost their last game, falling 78-73 on the road to the Kansas Jayhawks.
The Ohio State Buckeyes (21-12, 8th in the Big Ten) were beaten 71-67 by the Michigan Wolverines on the road in their last game.
| NCAAB Regular Season | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
TCU
|
22-11 | 2584 | 2378 | 206 | 16-5 | 6-6 | 1L |
|
Ohio State
|
21-12 | 2633 | 2402 | 231 | 15-5 | 6-7 | 1L |
TCU vs Ohio State Prediction & Picks
Get the full betting picture for TCU vs Ohio State, including our expert match prediction, likely scoreline, must-watch player props and a tailored bet builder ready to use.
Game Prediction
We’re keeping things simple by backing Ohio State on the Moneyline. The home team should get the better of their opponents in this college matchup and our pick is available at -145.
Our basketball predictions are always well-researched, starting with a combination of the latest college hoops team news and current form. Once we’ve got a solid read on the matchup, we layer in the key data to back it up.
Key TCU vs Ohio State stats:
Ohio State Moneyline Probability
The best betting apps make it a 59.2% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. After careful examination, our experts have this probability somewhere between 65-70%. This is why we can recommend this college basketball bet.
If you can correctly predict that Ohio State will win along with the number of points, then you are able to combine the two options and getting bigger odds on the Match Result & Total lines.
Before you place your bets, explore our updated guide packed with the latest free bets and betting bonuses.
Player Prop Picks
Bruce Thornton (Ohio State) is available at -116 to score Over 19.5 points. We are going to choose a Player Points prop bet which will hopefully see him cover the line.
Latest Bruce Thornton Player Prop Odds
Christoph Tilly (Ohio State) can be wagered to rack up Over 4.5 rebounds at -125. The Player Rebounds line looks really attractive when it comes to having an Overs bet.
Latest Christoph Tilly Player Prop Odds
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Same Game Parlay Picks
Take a same game parlay that incorporates Ohio State on the moneyline followed by Over 146.5. Add in Bruce Thornton (Ohio State) to score Over 19.5 points.
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
74
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79
Ohio State
Correct score betting might be tough to predict but there’s a massive potential return if you get it right. We’ll try the Buckeyes to achieve a 79-74 win at huge odds.
TCU 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.
With a 58% chance of securing victory, Ohio State are favorites for this college game and the sportsbooks have them at betting odds of -137. TCU are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +114.
The spread currently stands at 2.5 and the total points line is 145.5. There is no denying the popularity of betting on the Totals. If you’re going for Over 145.5, then the odds are -115.
There are plenty of team props and game lines available for college basketball wagering, and we recommend checking out the top sportsbooks to find the bet that aligns with your prediction for the game.
Bruce Thornton is the favorite to score most points. Odds of -114 can be found for him scoring Over 20.5 points and there are the same odds for him to go Under.
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.
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
TCU Stats
Ohio State Stats
- Game Totals: An average of 149.20 pts in the previous 10 games
- Over 146.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 76.90 pts and allowed 72.30 pts in the last 10 games
NCAAB Regular Season 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 |
| Big 12 | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Arizona
|
32-2 | 2929 | 2339 | 590 | 21-1 | 11-1 | 9W |
Houston
|
28-6 | 2623 | 2137 | 486 | 20-2 | 8-4 | 1L |
Iowa State
|
27-7 | 2781 | 2215 | 566 | 19-1 | 8-6 | 1L |
Kansas
|
23-10 | 2496 | 2290 | 206 | 17-2 | 6-8 | 1L |
Texas Tech
|
22-10 | 2573 | 2324 | 249 | 16-4 | 6-6 | 3L |
BYU
|
23-11 | 2853 | 2561 | 292 | 17-4 | 6-7 | 1L |
|
TCU
|
22-11 | 2584 | 2378 | 206 | 16-5 | 6-6 | 1L |
UCF
|
21-11 | 2591 | 2511 | 80 | 15-5 | 6-6 | 1L |
Oklahoma State
|
19-14 | 2781 | 2736 | 45 | 14-5 | 5-9 | 1L |
West Virginia
|
18-14 | 2214 | 2072 | 142 | 15-6 | 3-8 | 1L |
Cincinnati
|
18-15 | 2413 | 2230 | 183 | 16-4 | 2-11 | 1L |
Colorado
|
17-15 | 2559 | 2542 | 17 | 15-7 | 2-8 | 2L |
Arizona State
|
17-16 | 2519 | 2585 | -66 | 13-6 | 4-10 | 1L |
Baylor
|
16-16 | 2642 | 2469 | 173 | 12-8 | 4-8 | 1L |
Kansas State
|
12-20 | 2546 | 2619 | -73 | 11-8 | 1-12 | 2L |
Utah
|
10-22 | 2379 | 2531 | -152 | 9-9 | 1-13 | 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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