Big Ten rivals clash in Monday night’s Wisconsin vs. Rutgers matchup at 7:00 p.m. ET. With the Scarlet Knights catching two points as a home dog and the total sitting at 156.5, what’s the smart bet tonight in Piscataway, NJ?
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
Wisconsin Badgers (-2) at Rutgers Scarlet Knights (+2); 156.5
7:00 p.m. ET, Monday, January 6, 2025
Jersey Mike’s Arena, Piscataway, NJ
Wisconsin vs. Rutgers Public Betting: Bettors Backing Home Dog
Our CBB Public Betting Information page indicates that 55% of public bettors are currently backing Rutgers 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.
Crowl produces 15 points in win over Detroit
Steven Crowl produced 15 points (7-10 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds and one block in 21 minutes during Sunday’s 76-53 win over Detroit. Crowl converted on 7-of-10 looks from the field, closing with 15 points and four rebounds as Wisconsin cruised to a win over Detroit. The 7-foot senior, who got off to a slow start this season, is averaging 14 points and 3.3 rebounds across the Badgers’ last three games. Crowl will look to stay aggressive in the post as the Badgers resume conference play against Iowa on Jan. 3.
Bailey scores 24 points in rout over Columbia
Ace Bailey posted 24 points (11-18 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal across 31 minutes during Monday’s 91-64 win over Columbia. Bailey converted on 11-of-18 looks from the field, matching a season-high 24 points against Columbia on Monday. The 6-foot-10 freshman has started in 11 games this season, averaging 18.2 points, 7.6 rebounds and one steal on 33.5 minutes per game. Although he has been overshadowed by Dylan Harper this season, Bailey continues to look like one of the best freshmen in the country.
Wisconsin vs. Rutgers CBB Betting Trends
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Wisconsin’s last 5 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Wisconsin’s last 5 games when playing on the road against Rutgers
Rutgers is 7-1 SU in its last 8 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Rutgers’s last 5 games when playing at home against Wisconsin
Wisconsin vs. Rutgers CBB Prediction:
Take the over. In the last 10 meetings between these two teams, the over is 6-3-1. These two teams met last year – once in New Jersey and once in Madison – and the over hit in both of those games. Wisconsin has also cashed the over in seven out of its last 10 games, while the under hasn’t hit in a Rutgers’ contest in three straight.
Wisconsin vs. Rutgers College Hoops Prediction: OVER 156.5