Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Northwestern Wildcats Betting Picks & Predictions
In the upcoming college basketball matchup between Rutgers and Northwestern, the Scarlet Knights (10-10 SU, 3-6 B10) will be traveling to face the Wildcats (12-8 SU, 3-6 B10)
Game outlook
In the upcoming college basketball matchup between Rutgers and Northwestern, the Scarlet Knights (10-10 SU, 3-6 B10) will be traveling to face the Wildcats (12-8 SU, 3-6 B10) in Evanston on Wednesday night at 9pmET. Rutgers previously defeated Northwestern 63-60 in their last encounter in 2024, where they were 4-point favorites. Currently, Northwestern is favored to win with an opening line of -7, which has since shifted to Northwestern -6.5.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Scarlet Knights +245 | Wildcats -290
Spread: Scarlet Knights +6.5 (-110) | Wildcats -6.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 140.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Northwestern will win straight-up is 74%.
Rutgers Scarlet Knights
Rutgers has not lived up to expectations this season, currently standing at 8-12 with a power ranking of 186 and a 1-8 record against top teams. Despite having two potential lottery picks in Ace Bailey and Dylan Harper, the team has struggled defensively, allowing an average of 75.2 points per game and ranking 268th in opponent field goal percentage. Offensively, they are averaging 76.45 points per game and shooting 44.52% from the field. The Scarlet Knights also struggle with turnovers, ranking 215th in that category. Overall, Rutgers will need to improve their defense and find more support for Bailey and Harper if they hope to make a postseason run.