Northwestern Wildcats vs Nebraska Cornhuskers Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

This content provides a brief overview of an upcoming Big Ten basketball game between the Northwestern Wildcats and the Nebraska Cornhuskers. The Wildcats, with a 13-4 season record and a 4-2 record in Big Ten play, are set to visit the Cornhuskers who have surpassed expectations this season, holding a record of 13-5 overall and starting 3-4 in the Big Ten. The game is scheduled to start at 2:15 PM EST. Additionally, Nebraska holds the role of the betting favorite, opening at -3, and there has been no change in the line.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Wildcats +116 | Cornhuskers -141

Spread: Wildcats +3 (-110) | Cornhuskers -3 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 145.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Nebraska will win straight-up is 59%.

Northwestern Wildcats

The Northwestern Wildcats secured a 72-69 victory over Maryland in a Big Ten game, improving their record to 4-2 in the conference and winning three out of their last four games in the Big Ten. Leading scorer Boo Buie contributed 20 points, including the game-winning basket with 20 seconds remaining. The Wildcats currently hold a perfect 3-0 home record in Big Ten play this season, which will aid their goal of reaching the NCAA Tournament. In terms of offensive statistics, the Wildcats rank 171st in the nation in scoring offense but excel in field goal and three-point shooting, ranking 56th and 49th respectively. They also have a strong turnover rate, ranked 10th in the country. However, their rebounding performance is lacking, ranking 339th in total rebounds per game. On the defensive end, they perform decently in scoring defense but struggle in field goal and three-point defense, ranking 197th and 260th respectively. Additionally, the Wildcats have a key injury with G Parker Strauss remaining out. For further insights and opinions about college basketball, readers can refer to NCAAB Predictions. Using power rankings, Northwestern is ranked 233rd in offense, averaging 72.94 points per game, and 76th in defense, allowing an average of 67.00 points against them per game. Offensively, they have a field goal percentage of 46.85% (ranked 75th), free throw percentage of 73.12% (ranked 112th), and three-point percentage of 36.62% (ranked 58th). They struggle with rebounding, ranking 355th in total rebounds per game. In terms of assists and turnovers, they rank 40th and 8th respectively. On the defensive side, they allow opponents to have a field goal percentage of 44.46% (ranked 248th), free throw percentage of 74.01% (ranked 313th), and three-point percentage of 35.21% (ranked 293rd). They perform well in defensive rebounding, ranking 32nd in the country. Finally, they average 12.53 defensive assists and 13.76 turnovers per game, ranking 162nd and 81st respectively. Took care of home court 🪩 pic.twitter.com/PxYP5Ga02T