Offense meets defense when the No. 8 Michigan State Spartans (12-2, 3-0 Big 10) head to Ohio State to take on the No. 14 Buckeyes (12-1, 2-0 Big 10). The game is scheduled to begin at 12 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 5, 2019.
Michigan State Spartans vs. Ohio State Buckeyes Betting Prediction
In the Spartans’ last contest, they were beaten by the No. 1 Kansas Jayhawks, 92-87. Kansas’ turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over Michigan State. The Jayhawks had a rate of 11.6, while the Spartans posted a mark of 19.5. Kenny Goins put together a solid performance for Michigan State, contributing 17 points and 11 rebounds.
The Buckeyes were victorious over the Cincinnati Bearcats in their last matchup, 64-56. Ohio State’s 0.511 effective field goal percentage was their largest advantage over Cincinnati, who had a mark of 0.323. Kaleb Wesson was Ohio State’s high scorer with 15 points on 5-for-9 shooting from the field.
The game should be a showdown of strength against strength as the prolific offense of Ohio State (48th in the nation with an offensive efficiency of 113.9) takes on the top-notch defense of Michigan State (50th in the country with a defensive efficiency of 93.3).
Cassius Winston has averaged 0 points over the last five games for Michigan State.
After the Buckeyes won the only contest against the Spartans last season, 80-64, these teams will go head-to-head for the first time this year. The Buckeyes’ turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over the Spartans. Ohio State had a rate of 8.3, while Michigan State posted a mark of 15.6.
Michigan State Spartans vs. Ohio State Buckeyes Odds Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Ohio State, ATS Winner – Michigan State, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Ohio State ranks 16th in steals allowed per game (4.8) while Michigan State ranks 92nd (6.3).
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The Spartans’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 25.6, up from 19.7 for the season.
During their last five games, the Buckeyes have scored an average of 79.4 points per game (1.4 above their season average) and allowed an average of 57.6 points per game (4.3 below their season average).
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