Michigan State vs. Wisconsin odds, line, time: 2024 college basketball picks, Jan. 26 predictions by top model
The No. 13 Wisconsin Badgers (15-4) are hosting the Michigan St. Spartans (12-7) in a Big Ten showdown on Friday. Wisconsin is going for the season sweep against the Spartans, as on Dec. 5, Wisconsin defeated Michigan State 70-57. The Spartans are putting up 76.2 points per game, while Wisconsin logs 75.7 points per contest.
Tipoff from the Kohl Center in Madison, Wis., is set for 8 p.m. ET. Michigan State leads the all-time series 19-10. The Badgers are 3-point favorites in the latest Michigan State vs. Wisconsin odds from SportsLine consensus, while the over/under for total points scored is 135. Before making any Wisconsin vs. Michigan State picks, be sure to see the college basketball predictions and betting advice from the SportsLine Projection Model.
The model simulates every Division I college basketball game 10,000 times. It enters Week 12 of the 2023-24 season on a 114-73 roll on all top-rated college basketball picks dating back to last season, returning more than $2,000 for $100 players. It is also off to a sizzling 19-5 start on top-rated spread picks this season. Anyone following has seen huge returns.
Now, the model has set its sights on Michigan State vs. Wisconsin and revealed its CBB picks and predictions. You can head to SportsLine now to see the model's picks. Here are several college basketball odds and trends for Wisconsin vs. Michigan State:
- Michigan State vs. Wisconsin spread: Badgers -3
- Michigan State vs. Wisconsin Over-Under: 135 points
- Michigan State vs. Wisconsin money line: Badgers -167, Spartans +140
- MSU: Has hit the 1H Game Total Under in 19 of its last 33 games
- WIS: Has hit the 1H Money line in 21 of its last 35 games
- Michigan State vs. Wisconsin picks: See picks at SportsLine
Why Wisconsin can cover
Senior forward Tyler Wahl is a calm presence in the frontcourt. Wahl does his damage in the paint and is a smooth scorer in the low post. The Minnesota native averages 11.7 points, 5.4 rebounds, and shoots 56% from the field. In his last contest, Wahl finished with 16 points, four assists, and three blocks.
Junior forward Steven Crowl brings a lengthy force onto the court. Crowl has a soft touch around the basket while being a good passer for his size. The Minnesota native logs 11.7 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game. He's supplied four double-doubles this season, including on Jan. 16 when Crowl amassed 17 points and 11 boards. See which team to pick here.
Why Michigan State can cover
Senior guard Tyson Walker is an agile ball handler in the backcourt. Walker has a reliable jumper off the dribble while using his quickness to get into the lane. The New York native is fourth in the conference in scoring (19.7) with 2.9 assists per game. On Jan. 18 versus Minnesota, Walker finished with 21 points and three boards.
This was his ninth game of the season with 20-plus points. Senior guard A.J. Hoggard excels in multiple aspects of the game. Hoggard plays superb defense and has good court vision as a facilitator. He leads the squad in assists (5) along with 11.2 points per game. In the Jan. 11 battle against Illinois, Hoggard tallied 16 points, six boards, and three assists. See which team to pick here.
How to make Michigan State vs. Wisconsin picks
SportsLine's model is leaning Over on the total, projecting the teams to combine for 141 points. The model also says one side of the spread hits in well over 50% of simulations. You can only get the model's pick at SportsLine.
