Maryland vs Wisconsin Prediction 3/4/26 College Basketball Picks Today
Maryland (11-18) vs. Wisconsin (20-9)
March 4, 2026 8:00 pm EDT
The Line: Wisconsin -14; Over/Under: 153.5
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In this article, we will formulate a Maryland vs Wisconsin Prediction for this college basketball matchup on Wednesday, March 4th. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this college basketball matchup.
Wisconsin Badgers Preview
The Wisconsin Badgers have a 20-9 overall record and a 12-6 record in the Big Ten. They are coming off a 90-73 road win against Washington and their previous three games were an 85-71 road loss against Oregon, an 84-71 home win against Iowa and an 86-69 road loss against Ohio State.
Offensively, Wisconsin averages 83 points per game, while allowing 76 points per game defensively. The Badgers shoot with 45% from the field and grab 36.3 rebounds per game, while dishing out 15.8 assists per game. They average 3.1 blocks per game and 5.6 steals per game defensively.
Nick Boyd leads Wisconsin in scoring, with an average of 20.3 points per game, while shooting with 47.9% from the field and 81.5% from the free throw line, adding a team-high 4 assists. Nolan Winter is the team’s leading rebounder with 8.7 per game.
Maryland Terrapins Preview
The Maryland Terrapins have an 11-18 overall record and a 4-14 record in the Big Ten. They are coming off a 69-65 home loss against Rutgers and their previous three games were a 74-61 road loss against Nebraska, a 64-60 home win against Washington and a 78-74 road loss against Northwestern.
Offensively, Maryland averages 70.7 points per game, while allowing 77.1 points per game defensively. The Terrapins shoot with 41% from the field and grab 35.6 rebounds per game, while dishing out 10.6 assists per game. They average 2.9 blocks per game and 4.9 steals per game defensively.
David Coit leads Maryland in scoring, with an average of 14 points per game, while shooting with 41% from the field and 86.2% from the free throw line, adding a team-high 2.8 assists. Elijah Saunders is the team’s leading rebounder with 4.4 per game.
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Why the Wisconsin Badgers will win
- Wisconsin has won each of its last 15 night games at Kohl Center against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Maryland has lost eight of its last nine road games against Conference opponents.
- Wisconsin has won the first half in 15 of its last 16 night games at Kohl Center against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Why the Maryland Terrapins will win
- The road team has won the first half in each of Wisconsin’s last three games.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Maryland’s last eight games have produced a total of 152 or fewer points.
- Each of Wisconsin’s last eight games have produced a total of 155+ points.
Maryland vs Wisconsin Prediction
In this Maryland vs Wisconsin Prediction, Wisconsin is coming as -14 home favorites. Wisconsin has been the better team this season and have also been better against the spread. They are 4-2 in their last 6 games and 6-2 against the spread, while Maryland is 3-7 in its last 10 games, while having an inferior offense, scoring 12.3 points per game less than the hosts. Wisconsin has won and covered its last three home games and I expect them to do so again today. Take Wisconsin and lay the -14 at home.