The Maryland Terrapins (14-5, 3-3 Big 10) travel to Michigan to take on the Wolverines (15-4, 4-2 Big 10) in a matchup that pits sensational offense against exceptional defense. The game begins at 6:30 p.m. ET on Monday, January 15, 2018.
Michigan is a 7-point favorite on the opening line, while the Over/Under (O/U) for the game opened at 135.5 points.
Maryland Terrapins vs. Michigan Wolverines Free Prediction
The Terrapins are trying to rebound after their 91-69 loss to the Ohio State Buckeyes in their last game. Ohio State couldn’t miss, shooting 56.1 percent from the field. Maryland, meanwhile, had a field goal percentage of 36.7. Kevin Huerter had a good outing for Maryland, finishing with 12 points and seven rebounds.
In the Wolverines’ last matchup, they beat the No. 4 Michigan State Spartans, 82-72. Michigan’s turnover percentage was their largest strength over Michigan State. The Wolverines had a rate of 8.8 (better than their season average of 13.4), while the Spartans posted a mark of 23.1 (above their season average of 16.7). Moritz Wagner was the top scorer from either team with 27 points on 8-for-13 shooting.
It might turn into a high-scoring affair as a pair of the nation’s best offenses battle. Michigan currently ranks 35th with 115.1 points per 100 possessions and Maryland is 59th (113.0). Also, the Terrapins, who rank 32nd in offensive rebounding percentage (35.2 percent), will face off against the Wolverines, who rank 41st in defensive rebounding percentage (75.2 percent).
Maryland holds records of 14-5 straight up (SU) and 8-6-1 against the spread (ATS). Of the Terrapins’ 13 games that accepted bets, eight have finished over the O/U total.
Meanwhile, Michigan owns records of 15-4 SU and 11-7 ATS. Contrary to Maryland, games involving the Wolverines have typically finished under the O/U total (55.6 percent).
After the Terrapins won the only contest against the Wolverines last season, 77-70, this will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams. The Terrapins made 11 of their 14 free throws (78.6 percent) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (35.7 vs. 25.8).
Maryland Terrapins at Michigan Wolverines ATS Pick
Predictions: SU Winner – Michigan, ATS Winner – Michigan, O/U – Over
Notes
Betting Notes:
Maryland is 2-4 ATS on the road with 4 overs and 2 unders.
Michigan is 5-4 ATS at home with 6 unders and 3 overs.
Michigan ranks sixth in three pointers allowed per game (15.9) while Maryland ranks 172nd (23.2).
The Wolverines rank fourth in steals allowed per game (4.3) while the Terrapins rank 167th (7.4).
Maryland ranks 47th in rebounds per game (38.8) while Michigan ranks 203rd (33.8).
The Wolverines rank 23rd in assists allowed per game (10.7) while the Terrapins rank 107th (13.2).
Maryland ranks 44th in blocks per game (4.6) while Michigan ranks 108th (3.4).
Bettings Trends:
In their last five games, Maryland is 3-2 ATS with 4 overs and 1 under.
Michigan is 3-2 ATS with 3 overs and 2 unders over their last five games.
The Terrapins have been outscored by an average of 1.4 points in their last five games. On the season, Maryland has defeated opponents by an average of 10.7 points.
During their last five games, the Wolverines have scored an average of 76.2 points per game (0.5 below their season average) and allowed an average of 66.0 points per game (3.4 above their season average).
