The Michigan State Spartans (12-7, 4-4 Big Ten) visit the No. 10 Wisconsin Badgers (15-4, 7-1) Friday. Tip-off from Kohl Center is set for 8 p.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze'FanDuel Sportsbook’s'lines around the Michigan State vs. Wisconsin odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.
Michigan State came away with a 61-59 win over the Maryland Terrapins Sunday while covering as a 1-point road underdog. The Spartans struggled offensively, scoring 15 points under their season average (76.2 PPG). MSU has won 3 straight games and have held opponents to under 60 points in 2 of those 3 games.
Wisconsin picked up a 61-59 win vs. the Minnesota Golden Gophers Tuesday, failing to cover as a 2.5-point road favorite. The Badgers have won back-to-back games and are 4-1 in their last 5 overall, holding opponents to less than 65 points in 3 of those 5 wins.
Wisconsin won 70-57 at Michigan State on Dec. 5 as a 5.5-point underdog' while the Under 131.5 hit.