Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Iowa Hawkeyes Betting Picks & Predictions
In a Big Ten showdown on Tuesday evening, the Minnesota Golden Gophers (9-9) will face off against the Iowa Hawkeyes (12-6). The Golden Gophers are coming off a home win
Game outlook
In a Big Ten showdown on Tuesday evening, the Minnesota Golden Gophers (9-9) will face off against the Iowa Hawkeyes (12-6). The Golden Gophers are coming off a home win against Michigan, while the Hawkeyes suffered a road loss to UCLA. Iowa has a history of success against Minnesota, winning both matchups last season. Iowa is the favorite with a -8.5 opening line that has remained unchanged. Stay tuned for the prediction of the Golden Gophers vs. Hawkeyes game.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Golden Gophers +298 | Hawkeyes -380
Spread: Golden Gophers +8.5 (-110) | Hawkeyes -8.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 150.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Iowa will win straight-up is 79%.
Minnesota Golden Gophers
The Minnesota Golden Gophers are seeking their second conference win of the year after dropping their first six Big Ten clashes. Dawson Garcia and Mike Mitchell Jr. have been standouts for the team, with Garcia averaging 19.1 PPG on 48.5% shooting and Mitchell Jr. contributing 12.1 PPG. Despite recent struggles, the Golden Gophers have covered the spread in three of their past five games. Defensively, they are allowing an average of 68.8 points per game. Offensively, they are shooting 44.30% from the field and 63.50% from the free-throw line. The team is ranked #304 in offense and #102 in defense, with a power ranking of 249. The Golden Gophers are currently 9-9 for the season and 4-12-2 ATS. If you need assistance with College Hoops, consider utilizing the Best NCAAB Handicappers.