Louis Brown Athletic Center features an NCAA Basketball betting clash between the host Rutgers Scarlet Knights and the visiting Michigan State Spartans in college hoops betting odds action on Wednesday.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
If you were backing the Michigan State Spartans in this one, their betting line was listed as -22.5-point favorites earlier in the day at Sportsbook.
Michigan State Spartans vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Rutgers Scarlet Knights sit at 6-23 (9-16 ATS) on the college basketball season. By comparison, the Michigan State Spartans are currently 24-5 (19-9 ATS). Looking to bet on the total points scored? Rutgers is 17-8 OU, and Michigan State is 14-14 OU.
The power rankings show a disparity between these teams, with the Rutgers Scarlet Knights rated this week at No. 347 and the Michigan State Spartans sitting at No. 1.
Statistical Matchup
Scoring and defensive stats point to some betting edges in this matchup. The game features Rutgers's No. 229-ranked scoring average of 67.34 PPG, against a Michigan State Spartans defense rated No. 13 and allowing 63.31 PPG. The Rutgers Scarlet Knights FG% has averaged 41.55% to date this season, less than the Michigan State Spartans shooters have managed so far (48.23% per game).
Recent Outings Betting Recap
The Spartans blew out Penn State on Sunday, running up a 20+ point victory in a 88-57 win at Breslin Center.
Rutgers was run off the court by the Wildcats on Saturday as Northwestern routed them 98-59 at Welsh-Ryan Arena.
Next Betting Matchups
Michigan State home to Ohio State, Saturday, March 5th
Rutgers at Minnesota, Saturday, March 5th