The Nebraska Cornhuskers (20-8, 10-7 Big Ten) visit the Ohio State Buckeyes (16-12, 6-11) Thursday. Tip-off from Value City Arena is set for 6:30 p.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze'FanDuel Sportsbook’s'lines around the Nebraska vs. Ohio State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.
Nebraska routed the Minnesota Golden Gophers 73-55 Sunday, covering as a 7-point home favorite. Nebraska has held opponents to under 60 points in 3 of their last 4 wins. The Cornhuskers have won 4 consecutive games and are 4-0 against the spread (ATS) during that span.
Ohio State picked up a 60-57 win over the Michigan State Spartans Sunday, covering as a 10-point road underdog. The Buckeyes struggled from deep, however, shooting 17.6% (3 for 17) behind the 3-point line, but they were able to pick up the win thanks to a late run and G Dale Bonner’s game-winning 3 at the buzzer. Ohio State is 3-2 in its last 5 outings.
These squads last met Jan. 23 when Nebraska picked up an 83-69 win in Lincoln. Nebraska covered as a 4-point home favorite in the victory as the Over (148.5) hit.