The Michigan State Spartans (16-9, 8-6 Big Ten) battle the Michigan Wolverines (14-12, 8-7) Saturday. Tip from the Crisler Center is set for 8 p.m. ET (FOX).'Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Michigan State vs. Michigan'odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.
Michigan State beat Michigan 59-53 at home on Jan. 7, covering as a 3.5-point favorite as the Under (138.5) hit.
The Wolverines are coming off a 64-59 road loss to Wisconsin Tuesday, failing to cover as a 1.5-point underdog. They are 3-2 against the spread (ATS) over their last 5 games and 12-13-1 ATS on the season.
The Spartans have covered 2 in a row but are 2-4 ATS over their last 6. They are coming off a 62-41 road victory over Ohio State Sunday, covering as a 4-point road underdog. Michigan State is 13-12 ATS on the season.