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Indiana St. Sycamores vs Ohio St. Buckeyes Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: December 29, 2024 at 12:00 PM ET

Venue: Schottenstein Center — Columbus, OH

Article updated Dec 28, 10:26 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Indiana State Sycamores, on a five-game winning streak and holding an 11-21 record, will face off against the Ohio State Buckeyes in a non-conference game in Columbus, OH.

Game outlook

The Indiana State Sycamores, on a five-game winning streak and holding an 11-21 record, will face off against the Ohio State Buckeyes in a non-conference game in Columbus, OH. The Buckeyes, also at 8-4, have won their last two games. This game marks the final non-conference matchup for both teams in the regular season, with a noon EST tip-off time. Ohio State is favored to win by 18 points according to current betting lines.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Sycamores +1,280 | Buckeyes -3,500

Spread: Sycamores +18 (-110) | Buckeyes -18 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 161.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Ohio St. will win straight-up is 97%.

Indiana St. Sycamores

The Indiana State Sycamores are heading into their final non-conference game of the regular season against Ohio State, looking for their sixth straight win. In their last game, the Sycamores secured a dominant victory over the University of Health Sciences & Pharmacy, with Jahni Summers leading the team with 22 points. The Sycamores have been on a hot streak, scoring over 80 points in six consecutive games and shooting over 50 percent in their last five games. Defensively, they have held their opponents to low shooting percentages. Indiana State is ranked 47th in offense and 295th in defense, with a power ranking of 122. Offensively, they excel in field goal shooting and three-point shooting. Defensively, they have room for improvement in field goal percentage allowed and three-point percentage allowed. The Sycamores have a strong offensive assist-to-turnover ratio, but on defense, they need to work on limiting three-pointers and improving their rebounding. Overall, Indiana State is poised for success as they continue their season. If you need assistance with college hoops, the Best College Basketball Cappers are available for support.

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Ohio St. Buckeyes Analysis

The Ohio State Buckeyes recently defeated Kentucky 85-65 in the CBS Sports Classic, improving their season record to 8-4. Head coach Jake Diebler emphasized the team's need to continue working together for success. Point guard Bruce Thornton was a standout player in the win, scoring a career-high 30 points. The Buckeyes showcased impressive offensive and defensive capabilities, shooting nearly 57% from the field and holding Kentucky to 29% shooting. As they prepare for upcoming games, Ohio State ranks highly in offensive and defensive categories, including scoring and field goal defense. The team has no reported injuries and has had solid betting performance. Against Indiana State, the Buckeyes will look to maintain their strong offensive and defensive performance.

Ohio State Buckeyes Favored to Dominate Against Indiana State Sycamores

On Sunday, the Ohio State Buckeyes are expected to dominate against the Indiana State Sycamores. Indiana State may rank 39th in scoring nationally, but their success has mainly been due to facing weaker competition, as they have played the 325th-ranked schedule. In contrast, Ohio State has faced significantly tougher opponents, ranking 30th in schedule difficulty while sitting at 46th in scoring offense. The Buckeyes also excel in offensive and defensive efficiency, particularly showcasing strong defense, ranking 11th in both overall field goal defense and 3-point defense. This defensive strength will likely limit the Sycamores' high-scoring offense. With Indiana State's defensive struggles, ranking 308th in scoring defense, the Buckeyes are poised for a convincing victory. Overall, Ohio State is the favorable pick for this matchup.

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SportsJaw Sycamores vs Buckeyes archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Sycamores vs Buckeyes matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Indiana St. Sycamores+1,280 → +1,150Moved
  • Moneyline · Ohio St. Buckeyes-3,500 → -2,500Moved
  • Spread · Indiana St. Sycamores+18 (-110) → +18 (-110)Unchanged
  • Spread · Ohio St. Buckeyes-18 (-110) → -18 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Over161.5 (-110) → 159 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under161.5 (-110) → 159 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Indiana St. Sycamores
11-21 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 8-2-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Ohio St. Buckeyes
21-12 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-29T03:26:35.717Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Ohio State Buckeyes recently defeated Kentucky 85-65 in the CBS Sports Classic, improving their season record to 8-4. Head coach Jake Diebler emphasized the team's need to continue working together for success. Point guard Bruce Thornton was a standout player in the win, scoring a career-high 30 points. The Buckeyes showcased impressive offensive and defensive capabilities, shooting nearly 57% from the field and holding Kentucky to 29% shooting. As they prepare for upcoming games, Ohio State ranks highly in offensive and defensive categories, including scoring and field goal defense. The team has no reported injuries and has had solid betting performance. Against Indiana State, the Buckeyes will look to maintain their strong offensive and defensive performance.

Recent head-to-head

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Final result

Matchup pick recap

Ohio St. Buckeyes defeated Indiana St. Sycamores 103-83

Ohio St. Buckeyes defeated Indiana St. Sycamores 103-83 on December 29, 2024, a 20-point decision in the series. Ohio St. Buckeyes' strongest period was the 2nd half, when it outscored its opponent 51-36. Against SportsJaw's recorded Indiana St. Sycamores +18 (-110) spread, Ohio St. Buckeyes covered, while the 186 combined points finished over the recorded total of 159.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • MiamimikeSpread · Indiana St. Sycamores +18 (-110)Loss
  • JohnmiznerSpread · Indiana St. Sycamores +18 (-110)Loss
  • Leadpipe_LocksSpread · Ohio St. Buckeyes -18 (-110)Win