Wisconsin Badgers (22-11) vs. Illinois Fighting Illini (24-8)
March 17, 2024 3:30 pm EDT
The Line: Illinois Fighting Illini -3; Over/Under: +149.5
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In this article, we will formulate a Wisconsin vs Illinois betting prediction for this college basketball showdown on Sunday, March 17th at the Target Center. We will take a look at:
-The Wisconsin Badgers recent form and recent player performance
-The Illinois Fighting Illini recent form and recent player performance
-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for today’s game between Wisconsin and Illinois.
What a Win for Wisconsin
Wisconsin overcame the refs and Zach Edey to knock off the Purdue Boilermakers on Saturday. It took overtime, but Wisconsin was able to secure the 76-75 victory. Chucky Hepburn had a strong game putting up 22 points, four assists, and two rebounds. Wisconsin is averaging 74.7 points while their defense is giving up 69.3 points per game. AJ Storr has been the top player for Wisconsin averaging 16.6 points while shooting 44.4 percent from the field and 33.1 percent from behind the three point line.
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Illinois completes Comeback
Illinois was in trouble for most of the game on Saturday against the Nebraska Cornhuskers, but in the second half they scored 58 points on the way to the victory. Terrence Shannaon Jr was the star of the show putting up 40 points, two rebounds, and one assist. Illinois on the season is averaging 84.2 points while their defense is giving up 73.4 points per game. Terrence Shannaon Jr on the season is averaging 21.9 points while shooting 46.6 percent from the field and 34.7 percent from behind the three point line.
Illinois Fighting Illini Team Facts
- Illinois has won each of its last seven games against Wisconsin.
- Fifteen of the last 16 games between Wisconsin and Illinois have produced a total of 148 or fewer points.
- Illinois has won the first half in each of its last six games against Wisconsin.
Wisconsin Badgers Team Facts
- Wisconsin has won each of its last five games played at neutral venues.
- Thirty-three of Wisconsin’s last 34 games at a neutral venue have produced a total of 149 or fewer points.
- Wisconsin has lost the first half in four of its last five games against AP-ranked opponents.
Wisconsin vs Illinois Betting Prediction
Illinois looked impressive in the second half on Saturday, and they are going to continue that success here. Shannon is having a huge season, and he’s going to have no issue running up the score here. Wisconsin will also put up some points, but they aren’t going to have the best game of the season, and it will be Illinois that is going to get the job done. Back Illinois against the spread.
