We have your Michigan Wolverines vs. Illinois Fighting Illini prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Michigan Wolverines hit the road to face the Illinois Fighting Illini.
The Illinois Fighting Illini (17-6) are set to host the Michigan Wolverines (8-16) in a Big Ten showdown. With Illinois aiming to solidify their conference standing and Michigan looking to upset the odds, this matchup promises to be an intriguing battle of wills.
Michigan Wolverines vs. Illinois Fighting Illini Odds Info
Moneyline: Michigan Wolverines +1050 (PointsBet) / Illinois Fighting Illini -1600 (Ceasars)
Spread: -16.0 – Michigan Wolverines -110 (BetPARX) / Illinois Fighting Illini -110 (BetPARX)
Total: 153.5 – -105 (FanDuel) / -109 (BetPARX)
Game Info
Date: Tuesday, Feb. 13
Time: 07:00 PM
Location: State Farm Center – Champaign, IL
TV: Peacock
Michigan Wolverines Betting Trends
- On the road, Michigan Wolverines are 2 and 6 this season.
- Against the spread this season, Michigan Wolverines are 7 and 17.
- Against the spread on the road, Michigan Wolverines are 3 and 7.
Illinois Fighting Illini Betting Trends
- At home, Illinois Fighting Illini are 12 and 2 this season.
- Against the spread this season, Illinois Fighting Illini are 13 and 9.
- Against the spread at home, Illinois Fighting Illini are 7 and 7.
Michigan Wolverines vs. Illinois Fighting Illini Predictions
The Illinois Fighting Illini are coming into this game with a strong home record of 12-2, looking to extend their 5-game winning streak at the State Farm Center. With an overall 17-6 record and an 8-4 in-conference play, the Fighting Illini are a formidable force, especially on the offensive end where they rank 28th nationally, averaging 82.4 points per game. Marcus Domask leads the team with 15.5 points per game, and his performance alongside Quincy Guerrier, who averages 7.4 rebounds, will be crucial for Illinois’ success.
On the other side, the Michigan Wolverines, despite their struggles this season with an 8-16 overall record and a 3-10 conference record, are coming off a win and looking to build momentum. The Wolverines will miss the services of their leading scorer Dug McDaniel (16.8 points per game), which could impact their offensive efficiency. However, Olivier Nkamhoua steps up as a key player, leading the team with 7.4 rebounds per game. Michigan’s ability to compete from the perimeter, where they shoot 36.7% from the three-point line, could be a deciding factor in keeping the game close.
Defensively, Illinois will look to capitalize on their home-court advantage and their higher field goal percentage shooting. The Fighting Illini’s defense, which allows opponents to shoot 41.4% from the field, will be tested against Michigan’s 45.5% shooting. The matchup to watch will be between Illinois’ offense, which is capable of explosive scoring runs, against Michigan’s defense that needs to step up in the absence of their leading scorer. With both teams having contrasting seasons, this game will be a testament to Illinois’ consistency and Michigan’s resilience.
Michigan Wolverines vs. Illinois Fighting Illini Pick
The over/under line for this matchup is set at 153.5, and the pick here is ‘Over’. Illinois Fighting Illini’s offense has been prolific this season, averaging 82.4 points per game, which ranks them 28th in the nation. They have a strong tendency to push the pace and score in transition, which could lead to a high-scoring affair. Additionally, the Fighting Illini have hit the over in 8 of their last 10 games, indicating a pattern of games where the total points exceed expectations. Michigan, despite their struggles, still averages a respectable 76.0 points per game and shoots well from beyond the arc. With Illinois’ defense allowing opponents to shoot over 32% from three-point range, Michigan could capitalize on this and contribute to the overall scoreline. The absence of Dug McDaniel might be seen as a detriment to Michigan’s scoring, but it could also lead to a more open game with other players stepping up offensively. Considering these factors, the ‘Over’ seems to be the more likely outcome for this game.
The Pick: Over 153.5 -109 (BetPARX)
