Michigan State Favored to Win Big 10 Rivalry Game Against Michigan in Ann Arbor
The upcoming Big 10 rivalry game will see Michigan hosting Michigan State at Crisler Center in Ann Arbor on Saturday at 8pmET. This matchup follows their previous game in
Game outlook
The upcoming Big 10 rivalry game will see Michigan hosting Michigan State at Crisler Center in Ann Arbor on Saturday at 8pmET. This matchup follows their previous game in East Lansing where Michigan State dominated with an 81-62 victory, marking head coach Tom Izzo's 700th career win. Jaden Akin led MSU with 23 points while Jaelin Llewellyn topped the scoring for Michigan with 14 points. Michigan State is favored to win with a -6.5 point spread that has remained unchanged.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Spartans -270 | Wolverines +220
Spread: Spartans -6.5 (-110) | Wolverines +6.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 143.75 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Michigan St. will win straight-up is 73%.
Michigan St. Spartans
Michigan State is currently ranked 21st in the NCAA Net Rankings and is in a strong position to make the NCAA Tournament. They are currently projected as an eighth seed in Bracketology. The team recently won two important games, with Malik Hall scoring a career-high 29 points in the victory over Penn State. Michigan State is tied for fourth place in the Big 10 and is looking to secure a higher seed in the tournament. They have a balanced team, with strong offensive and defensive efficiency rankings according to KenPom. Guard Tyson Walker leads the team in scoring, shooting well from the field and three-point range. However, their free-throw shooting is a weakness. Defensively, the Spartans are solid, holding opponents to a low shooting percentage. Overall, Michigan State has a strong record this season and is looking to continue their success in the tournament.