Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Ohio St. Buckeyes Betting Picks & Predictions
The Ohio State Buckeyes will face off against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights in a Big Ten basketball matchup on Saturday at noon ET in Columbus, OH. Rutgers is coming off a loss
Game outlook
The Ohio State Buckeyes will face off against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights in a Big Ten basketball matchup on Saturday at noon ET in Columbus, OH. Rutgers is coming off a loss to Texas A&M while Ohio State suffered a defeat against Maryland. The Buckeyes hold a 13-5 lead in the all-time series and are favored by -6 in the upcoming game.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Scarlet Knights +225 | Buckeyes -275
Spread: Scarlet Knights +6 (-110) | Buckeyes -6 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 153.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Ohio St. will win straight-up is 73%.
Rutgers Scarlet Knights
The Rutgers Scarlet Knights have shown promise this season with a talented roster led by standout freshmen Dylan Harper and Ace Bailey. Despite a strong start, the team has faced challenges in recent games, including losses to tough competition. Offensively, the Scarlet Knights have shown strengths in scoring but have struggled defensively. The team's power ranking and statistics highlight areas for improvement as they continue their season. No injuries are reported for their upcoming game against Ohio State. For sports wagering enthusiasts, there are opportunities to take advantage of the best sportsbook bonuses.
Ohio St. Buckeyes Analysis
Ohio State faced a tough road loss at Maryland in their recent Big Ten opener, following a previous loss to Pittsburgh that ended their three-game winning streak. The team kicked off their season with a win over Texas but fell to Texas A&M on November 15, with a strength of schedule ranking of 73rd. The Buckeyes are led by junior guard Bruce Thornton, who averages 15.5 points and 5.8 assists per game, shooting at an impressive 55.1 percent. Other key players include freshman forward John Mobley Jr., sophomore forward Devin Royal, senior guard Meechie Johnson Jr., and senior guard Micah Parrish, all averaging double-digit points. Ohio State is ranked 29th overall by KenPom, with strong offensive and defensive efficiency rankings. The team averages 82.5 points and shoots 49.7 percent from the field, including 42.4 percent from three-point range. Defensively, they allow 66.3 points per game and hold opponents to 37.3 percent shooting from the field and 26.3 percent from beyond the arc. The Buckeyes will be facing Rutgers next with no reported injuries. Additionally, Ohio State has a power ranking of 5, ranking 26th in offense and 37th in defense in the NCAA.