The James Madison Dukes will face the Wisconsin Badgers in the first round of the NCAA tournament from the Barclays Center at 9:40 ET on Friday night. The Badgers are listed as 5.5-point favorites, and the total is at 145 points, what is the best bet? Keep reading for our James Madison vs. Wisconsin prediction.
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
761 James Madison Dukes (+5.5) at 762 Wisconsin Badgers (-5.5); o/u 145
9:40 p.m. ET, Friday, March 22, 2024
Barclays Center, Brooklyn, NY
James Madison vs. Wisconsin Public Betting Information
Our CBB Public Betting Information page indicates that 80% of public bettors are currently backing Wisconsin when it comes to the spread. This information is subject to change throughout the day, however, so be sure to check the link so you’re receiving the most up-to-date public betting data.
James Madison Dukes Notes
James Madison knocked off Arkansas State to capture the Sun Belt championship on March 11th. Xavier Brown recorded a double-double in the championship game, scoring 21 points and grabbing 10 rebounds. The veteran Dukes will look to knock the #5 seed Badgers
Wisconsin Badgers Notes
Wisconsin lost to Illinois in the Big 10 championship on March 17th. AJ Storr continued his strong play in the championship game, scoring 24 points in 38 minutes of action. The Badgers begin their tournament run on Friday night.
James Madison vs. Wisconsin CBB Betting Trends
James Madison is 2-3 ATS in its last 5 games.
Wisconsin is 5-5 ATS in its last 10 games.
The total has gone over in 9 of the last 10 games for the Badgers
James Madison vs. Wisconsin CBB Prediction:
Take James Madison. The Dukes are a veteran club, who I think have a good chance of winning this game. They come into the tournament winners of 13 straight. James Madison can shoot the three-ball and can get to the rim. This game is close throughout, take the points.
James Madison vs. Wisconsin College Hoops Prediction: James Madison +5.5
