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Ohio State Buckeyes to Face Penn State Nittany Lions in Big 10 Showdown in Pennsylvania - Penn State Favored by 2.5 Points

The Ohio State Buckeyes will face off against the Penn State Nittany Lions in a Big 10 showdown in Pennsylvania. The Buckeyes, with a record of 12-8, will be up against the 13-8 Nittany Lions who have a 3-7 record in the Big Ten. Penn State is the betting favorite with a -2.5 point spread that has remained unchanged. The game is set to start at 6:30 pm EST. Stay tuned for more updates and predictions on this matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Buckeyes +124 | Nittany Lions -149
• Spread: Buckeyes +2.5 (-110) | Nittany Lions -2.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 148.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Penn St. will win straight-up is 60%.

Ohio St. vs Penn St. Stats

Ohio St. Buckeyes

The Ohio State Buckeyes secured a 82-65 victory against Iowa, marking their second consecutive win following a three-game losing streak. Head coach Jake Diebler expressed satisfaction with the team's defensive improvements, particularly highlighting their effective execution. Micah Parrish led the team with 18 points and six rebounds, while Bruce Thornton contributed 15 points and a career-high eight rebounds. The Buckeyes dominated the second half with a nearly 57 percent shooting percentage and limited Iowa's scoring offense to a season-low 65 points. They will face the high-scoring Nittany Lions next. Despite injuries to key players, the Buckeyes have shown strength in offensive efficiency, defensive performance, and rebounding. Ohio State is ranked 65th in offense, 184th in defense, and has an overall record of 12-8. Offensively, they excel in field goal and three-point shooting, while defensively they excel in limiting opponents' field goal percentages. The team's power ranking is 84.

Penn St. Nittany Lions Analysis

The Penn State Nittany Lions suffered a 76-72 loss to Michigan, marking their 7th loss in conference play. Head coach Mike Rhoades expressed disappointment in their defensive performance. Despite standout performances from players like Nick Kern Jr, Ace Baldwin Jr, and D'Marco Dunn, the team struggled with turnovers and ultimately fell short. The Nittany Lions will look to break their two-game losing streak when they face the Buckeyes next. In terms of statistics, the team ranks well in offensive categories but struggles defensively, especially in turnovers. Injuries to key players like Puff Johnson, Hudson Ward, and Eli Rice may impact upcoming games. The team has a power ranking of 175 and is ranked 19th in offense in the nation.

Nittany Lions Face Defensive Struggles as Buckeyes Prepare to Capitalize

The Nittany Lions have shown a significant discrepancy in performance between home and away games, particularly struggling defensively. This weakness is anticipated to be detrimental as they face the Buckeyes, a team that has been showing improvement in offensive capabilities. With a ranking of 14th in the conference for scoring defense and 15th in 3-point defense, the Nittany Lions are at a disadvantage. Conversely, the Buckeyes, who are third in the conference for 3-point defense, are expected to capitalize on these defensive shortcomings. Additionally, the Buckeyes rank third in both field goal defense and 3-point defense, indicating their ability to contain the Nittany Lions on the perimeter while excelling offensively. The Buckeyes also hold a superior position in turnover margin compared to Penn State. Considering these factors, it is advised to bet on Ohio State for this matchup.

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