Washington vs Illinois Prediction, Picks & Odds | 29 Jan 2026
College Basketball Betting Preview: Washington vs Illinois
The Washington Huskies go up against the Illinois Fighting Illini, with tip-off scheduled for 21:00 on Thursday, January 29.
We’re confident that Illinois can enjoy a big win in their clash against Washington, leading us to go against the spread at -12.5. This line makes lots of appeal and there are odds of -120 available.
Washington Huskies won their previous game which was at home. It was a 72-57 triumph against Oregon Ducks.
Illinois Fighting Illini won last time out by a 88-82 scoreline. It was on the road against Purdue Boilmakers.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Illini beat Washington when the teams last met. It was a 81-77 scoreline.
| NCAAB | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Illinois
|
24-8 | 2700 | 2234 | 466 | 15-6 | 9-2 | 1L |
Washington
|
16-17 | 2545 | 2430 | 115 | 11-6 | 5-11 | 1L |
Washington vs Illinois Prediction & Picks
This Washington vs Illinois 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
Our pick is that Illinois will get the better of their opponents by a significant margin in this college matchup. With this in mind, let’s go for them on the spread at -12.5 which is currently available at odds of -120.
Injuries are always factored in by the handicappers at Sportsgambler.com. Our basketball predictions are also shaped by recent form, with up-to-date college hoops stats playing a key role before any selections are locked in.
Key Washington vs Illinois stats:
Illini -12.5 Probability
The top betting apps imply that our pick has a 54.6% prospect of delivering a return. In the opinion of our analysts, there’s actually a probability of success closer to 60%. It's therefore regarded as a value wager.
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Player Prop Picks
Keaton Wagler (Illini) is available at -137 to have Over 4.5 assists. The total is attractive when it comes to betting on Player Assists and we’re confident of landing a return.
Latest Keaton Wagler Player Prop Odds
David Mirkovic (Illini) can be backed to score Over 11.5 points at -122. We are happy to back Overs when it comes to his Player Points, with the line making plenty of appeal.
Latest David Mirkovic Player Prop Odds
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Same Game Parlay Picks
Our same game parlay pick is Illinois -12.5 on the spread, Under 152.5 and Keaton Wagler (Illinois) to get Over 4.5 assists.
A same game parlay is a fantastic option for basketball bettors who want to focus their wagering on a single game. You can predict different outcomes and see their odds combined before going ahead and placing this tailored bet.
Correct Score Prediction
67
-
82
Illinois
You don’t need a big stake to enjoy a huge payout by getting this correct score right. We’re going for the Illini to achieve a 82-67 victory and hopefully this goes close.
Washington vs Illinois 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 an estimated 93% chance of winning, the sportsbooks are taking no chances with their -1250 betting odds about Illinois triumphing in this college game. Washington are the underdogs at +720 and they’re regarded as least likely to win.
The spread is 12.5 and the total points line is currently 153.5. Basketball bettors love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Total wager. Those expecting a low total can back Under 153.5 at -118.
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Keaton Wagler is the favorite to score most points. Odds of -115 can be found for him scoring Over 18.5 points and there is -112 for him to go Under.
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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Washington Stats
Illinois Stats
- 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
- 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- +12.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games
- +12.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games on the road
- -12.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games
- -12.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 146.40 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 151.00 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 152.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
- Over 152.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 73.30 pts and allowed 73.10 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 73.10 pts and allowed 77.90 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 148.50 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 151.30 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 152.5: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
- Over 152.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 82.30 pts and allowed 66.20 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 84.00 pts and allowed 67.30 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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