Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Michigan Wolverines Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

This content provides a brief summary of the upcoming basketball game between the Rutgers Scarlet Knights and the Michigan Wolverines. Both teams have been struggling recently, with the Scarlet Knights losing three straight games and the Wolverines losing four straight games. The Scarlet Knights have a season record of 10-10 and a conference record of 2-7, while the Wolverines have a season record of 7-14 and a conference record of 2-8. The game will take place in Ann Arbor at 4:00 PM EST, with Michigan being the favored team with an opening line of -3.5 and a current line of -4.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Scarlet Knights +155 | Wolverines -180

Spread: Scarlet Knights +4 (-110) | Wolverines -4 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 140 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Michigan will win straight-up is 64%.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights

The Rutgers Scarlet Knights suffered their third consecutive loss against the Penn State Nittany Lions, with a final score of 61-46. The Scarlet Knights struggled offensively, shooting just 1-of-17 from 3-point range and 50 percent from the free throw line. They also committed 20 turnovers, resulting in their lowest scoring game of the season at 46 points. Gavin Griffiths led the team with 11 points, followed by Jamichael Davis with 10 points. In their upcoming game against the Wolverines, Rutgers hopes to improve their offensive performance and minimize turnovers. Currently, they rank last in the Big Ten in scoring offense, field goal shooting percentage, and 3-point shooting. However, their defense is one of the best in the conference, ranking third in scoring defense, second in field goal defense, and third in 3-point defense. They also excel in rebounds per game and turnover margin. In terms of statistical rankings, Rutgers is ranked 317th in offense, scoring an average of 67.89 points per game, and 56th in defense, allowing an average of 66.58 points per game. They have a 10-10 record this season, with a 9-11 against the spread (ATS) record. Offensively, the Scarlet Knights have a field goal percentage of 38.87% (ranked 355th), a free throw percentage of 65.51% (ranked 334th), and a 3-point percentage of 29.38% (ranked 339th). They average 38.95 rebounds per game (ranked 58th), 11.95 offensive assists, and 11.53 turnovers per game (ranked 285th and 132nd, respectively). Defensively, Rutgers allows opponents to have a field goal percentage of 40.18% (ranked 36th), a free throw percentage of 69.39% (ranked 91st), and a 3-point percentage of 31.95% (ranked 110th). They average 39.95 defensive rebounds per game (ranked 39th), 12.42 defensive assists, and 15.05 turnovers per game (ranked 147th and 33rd, respectively). Jamichael Davis swatted this shot away like a fly. 🫢 pic.twitter.com/WY2elyf9gc