Michigan State Spartans (11-7) vs. Maryland Terrapins (11-7)
January 21, 2024 12:00 pm EDT
The Line: Maryland Terrapins +1.5; Over/Under: +131.5
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The Michigan State Spartans look for a win after winning 7 of their last 9 games. The Maryland Terrapins look for a win after splitting their last 6 games. Both teams have an 11-7 record (3-4 in conference play) in the Big Ten standings. Let’s preview this game and give out a Michigan State Spartans vs Maryland Terrapins prediction.
Michigan State Spartans Betting Preview
The Michigan State Spartans rebounded from a loss to Illinois with wins over Rutgers and Minnesota. The Michigan State Spartans are averaging 77.1 points on 47.6 percent shooting and allowing 65.6 points on 39.2 percent shooting. Tyson Walker is averaging 20 points and 2.8 assists, while AJ Hoggard is averaging 11.2 points and 3.4 rebounds. Malik Hall is the third double-digit scorer and Jaden Akins is grabbing 4.1 rebounds. The Michigan State Spartans are shooting 35.9 percent from beyond the arc and 69.7 percent from the free throw line. The Michigan State Spartans are allowing 30.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 34 rebounds per game.
Maryland Terrapins Betting Preview
The Maryland Terrapins recently beat Michigan and Illinois while losing to Northwestern. The Maryland Terrapins are averaging 70.8 points on 41.6 percent shooting and allowing 64 points on 40.3 percent shooting. Jahmir Young is averaging 20.8 points and 4.2 rebounds, while Julian Reese is averaging 13.6 points and 9.7 rebounds. Donta Scott is the third double-digit scorer and DeShawn Harris-Smith is grabbing 4.7 rebounds. The Maryland Terrapins are shooting 27.9 percent from beyond the arc and 70.2 percent from the free throw line. The Maryland Terrapins are allowing 33.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.6 rebounds per game.
Michigan State Spartans vs Maryland Terrapins prediction
The Michigan State Spartans are probably the better team, and we know they have a physical edge. MSU probably should be favored. However, this is a big game for the Maryland Terrapins in terms of March, and we know the crowd will be out in full force. Maryland is 9-1 SU at home, while Michigan State has yet to win on the road. Michigan State has road losses to Northwestern, Illinois, and Nebraska. I’ll grab the free bucket with the Terps.
