The Baylor Bears and Michigan State Spartans face off on Saturday in a college basketball showdown at Little Caesars Arena. Let’s look at the betting matchup and give a free Baylor vs Michigan State prediction.

Baylor Not Getting Enough Attention

There is all the talk about teams like UConn, Kansas, and Arizona early in the season, but no one is talking about Baylor who have been good this season. Baylor sits with a 9-0 record and they have gone 6-1-1 against the spread. In the last game against Seton Hall the offense scored 78 points and they ended up winning by 18 points. RayJ Dennis had a strong game putting up 17 points, seven assists, and five rebounds. Baylor on the season is averaging 91.1 points while thier defense is giving up 67.6 points per game. The offense is ranked 4th in the league. Ja’Kobe Walter is averaging 14.9 points while shooting 41.9 percent from the field. 

What a Disappointing Start for Michigan State

Michigan State sits with a 4-5 record overall and they have lost two games in a row. In the last game against Nebraska, Michigan State gave up 77 points to Nebraska and that led to the seven point defeat. Malik Hall was the top player for Michigan State putting up 22 points, seven rebounds, and three assists. Michigan State is averaging 72.3 points while their defense is giving up 64.8 points per game. Guard Tyson Walker is averaging 20.2 points while shooting 47.4 percent from the field and 33.3 percent from behind the three point line. 

Baylor vs Michigan State Betting Prediction

This Michigan State team has some issues and in the last game they gave up 77 points. Baylor on the season is averaging 91.1 points and they are going to have no issue running up the score here. Baylor is going to score at least 85 points here and the Spartans just aren’t going to have the offense to keep up here. This is going to be a comfortable victory by Baylor. Back the Bears against the spread.