Ohio State vs. Northwestern odds, tips and betting trends

The Ohio State Buckeyes (11-12, 3-9 Big Ten) will be trying to break a four-game losing skid when hosting the Northwestern Wildcats (16-7, 7-5 Big Ten) on February 9, 2023 at Value City Arena.

In its previous game, Ohio State lost on the road to Michigan, 77-69. Its top scorers were Bruce Thornton (22 PTS, 2 STL, 76.92 FG%, 2-3 from 3PT) and Brice Sensabaugh (14 PTS, 9 REB, 28.57 FG%).

Before watching this matchup, here’s what you need to know about Thursday’s college basketball action.

Ohio State vs Northwestern Betting Information

Tipico Sportsbook. Odds updated Thursday at 4:44 PM ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub.

• Spread Favorite: Ohio State (-5.5)
• Moneyline: Ohio State (-230), Northwestern (+188)
• Total: 136 points

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Ohio State Betting Info

• Ohio State has a record of just 2-10-0 against the spread in conference games this season.
• Ohio State has covered the spread eight times in 23 games with a set spread.
• In games this season when favored by 5.5 points or more, Ohio State is 4-6 against the spread.
• Ohio State and its Big Ten opponents have combined to hit the over five out of 12 times this season.
• Ohio State’s games have finished with a final combined score above the over/under 13 times this season.

2022 Ohio State Leaders

• Sensabaugh: 17.3 PTS, 50.2 FG%, 46.6 3PT% (48-for-103)
• Zed Key: 11.6 PTS, 7.7 REB, 54.8 FG%, 29.2 3PT% (7-for-24)
• Justice Sueing: 12.4 PTS, 44.9 FG%, 25.4 3PT% (15-for-59)

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• Game Day: Thursday, February 9, 2023
• Game Time: 5:00 PM ET
• Location: Columbus, Ohio
• Stadium: Value City Arena
• Live Stream: fuboTV (Watch for free)