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Iowa Hawkeyes set to take on Wisconsin Badgers in Big Ten matchup, with Badgers favored to win by 4.5 points

The Iowa Hawkeyes will face the Wisconsin Badgers in a Big Ten matchup on Friday. Both teams are coming off recent wins, with Iowa defeating New Hampshire and Wisconsin defeating Detroit. In last year's meetings, each team recorded a home win. Wisconsin is favored to win with a -4.5 point spread that has remained unchanged. Stay tuned for the prediction on whether the Hawkeyes can secure their fourth straight win.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Hawkeyes +168 | Badgers -205
• Spread: Hawkeyes +4.5 (-110) | Badgers -4.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 163 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Wisconsin will win straight-up is 67%.

Iowa vs Wisconsin Stats

Iowa Hawkeyes

The Iowa Hawkeyes are currently seeking their second conference win of the season, having won their conference opener in a close match against Northwestern last month. Despite a loss to Michigan, Iowa beat Utah and New Hampshire in recent games, covering the spread in four of their last five matches. Owen Freeman and Payton Sandfort have been standout scorers, with Freeman sinking 60% of his field goals in five consecutive games and Sandfort averaging 16.5 PPG. Josh Dix and Brock Harding have also been consistent offensive contributors. The team is ranked 45th in DI by Ken Pomeroy and is known for their high-scoring offense, averaging 89.7 points per game. Defensively, Iowa allows an average of 74.2 points per game. The team has a record of 10-3 this season and is ranked 7th in offense and 262nd in defense. If you need assistance during the NCAAB season, consider choosing our top NCAAB handicappers.

Wisconsin Badgers Analysis

The Wisconsin Badgers are currently seeking their first Big Ten conference win of the season after a strong start with an 8-0 record. Despite recent losses, the team has shown improvement with victories over Butler and Detroit. Key players like John Tonje and John Blackwell have been consistent in scoring, while Max Klesmit has had some ups and downs. The team is ranked 31st in the country and has a solid offense, averaging 81.5 points per game. Defensively, they are allowing an average of 70.9 points. The Badgers have a power ranking of 153 and are ranked 60th for offense and 177th for defense. Fans are eagerly awaiting their upcoming matchups in the Big Ten conference.

Iowa Hawkeyes Dominate Conference Play While Wisconsin Badgers Struggle

The Iowa Hawkeyes have achieved a 1-1 record in conference play, securing a victory against Northwestern. Their lone conference loss was a narrow 85-83 defeat on the road against Michigan. In contrast, the Wisconsin Badgers have struggled against tough opponents, recording a 2-3 record in their last five games, with losses to Michigan and Illinois. Iowa's offensive performance has been impressive, averaging 95 points in their recent games, while Wisconsin's defense has shown vulnerabilities by allowing 74 points or more in three of their last four games. The Badgers may face challenges in matching Iowa's three-point shooting prowess, as Iowa boasts a 38% success rate from beyond the arc compared to Wisconsin's 32.5% accuracy.

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