In this article we will formulate a Michigan vs Nebraska prediction for this College Basketball game on Tuesday, January 27th at the Crisler Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Michigan Wolverines Betting Preview
The Michigan Wolverines are 18-1 (8-1) this season after they defeated Ohio State by a score of 74-62 in their last game. Michigan led 33-30 at halftime and they added 41 points in the second half in the win. The Wolverines shot 52% from the field, 22% on three pointers, and 60% on free throws in the game. Yaxel Lendeborg led Michigan with 18 points and nine rebounds, while Morez Johnson Jr added 12 points and seven rebounds in the win.
Prior to that game, Michigan defeated Indiana by a score of 86-72 and Oregon by a score of 81-71. The Wolverines have scored 91.7 points per game with 42.3 rebounds and 19.2 assists per game, while they have allowed 68.6 points against per game this season. Yaxel Lendeborg is averaging 14.4 points and 7.2 rebounds per game, while Morez Johnson Jr is averaging 13.7 points and 6.9 rebounds per game for the Wolverines. Michigan is shooting 51.7% from the field, 71.8% on free throws, and 35.0% on three pointers this season.
Nebraska Cornhuskers Betting Preview
The Nebraska Cornhuskers are 20-0 (9-0) this year after they defeated Minnesota by a score of 76-57 in their last game. Nebraska trailed 36-30 at halftime, but they won the second half 46-21 for the comeback victory. The Cornhuskers shot 48% from the field, 32% on three pointers, and 100% on free throws in the game. Pryce Sandfort led Nebraska with 22 points and 10 rebounds, while Sam Hoiberg added 14 points and seven assists in the win.
Prior to that game, Nebraska defeated Washington by a score of 76-66 and Northwestern by a score of 77-58. The Cornhuskers have scored 80.9 points per game with 36.5 rebounds and 18.6 assists per game, while they have allowed 65.0 points against per game this season. Pryce Sandfort is averaging 17.3 points and 4.6 rebounds per game, while Rienk Mast is averaging 14.6 points and 6.0 rebounds per game for the Cornhuskers. Nebraska is shooting 47.6% from the field, 76.2% on free throws, and 35.5% on three pointers this year.
Why the Michigan Wolverines will win
- Michigan has won each of its last 15 night games.
- Nebraska has lost 29 of its last 35 night games against AP-ranked opponents.
- Michigan has won the first half in each of its last 13 games as a top-10 AP-ranked team at Crisler Center.
Why the Nebraska Cornhuskers will win
- Nebraska has won each of its last 24 games.
- Michigan has lost seven of its last eight games against Top 10 AP-ranked opponents.
- Michigan has lost the first half in each of its last six games against Top 10 AP-ranked opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Nebraska’s last eight night games have produced a total of 153 or fewer points.
- Fifteen of Michigan’s last 16 night games against Top 10 AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 148 or fewer points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Michigan is one of only two teams to reach the Sweet 16 in each of its last five NCAA Tournament appearances.
- Michigan ranks 2nd among Division 1 teams for point differential per game this season (+23.1).
- Nebraska ranks 3rd among Division 1 teams for opponent steals per game this season (4.7).
- Nebraska ranks 3rd among Division 1 teams for assist to turnover ratio this season (2.07).
Michigan vs Nebraska Prediction
Nebraska comes into this matchup undefeated on the season, but they played a poor first half last time out and will be back on the road here. The Cornhuskers are shooting 48% from the field and they have allowed 66 points or fewer in four straight. Michigan is 18-1 to start their season, but they have had some struggles over the last four weeks. The Wolverines are shooting 52% from the field, but turnovers and defense have been an issue. I know Nebraska has played great defense, but this Michigan team plays at a very quick pace and they aren’t good defensively. Take the over here.