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Game time: February 18, 2024 at 3:00 PM ET

Venue: Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall — Bloomington, IN

Article updated Feb 17, 10:36 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

This summary analyzes an upcoming Big Ten basketball game between Northwestern and Indiana. Northwestern, with a record of 15-19, suffered a close defeat against Rutgers in

Game outlook

This summary analyzes an upcoming Big Ten basketball game between Northwestern and Indiana. Northwestern, with a record of 15-19, suffered a close defeat against Rutgers in their last game. Indiana, standing at 14-10, faced a tough loss against Purdue. Despite being the underdogs in their previous games, Indiana is favored to win against Northwestern with a betting line opening at -1.5. The betting line has remained unchanged leading up to the game.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Wildcats +100 | Hoosiers -120

Spread: Wildcats +1.5 (-110) | Hoosiers -1.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 137.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Indiana will win straight-up is 55%.

Northwestern Wildcats

Northwestern currently sits at a power ranking of 41, with a 153rd rank in offense and 119th rank in defense. They are scoring an average of 74.92 points per game while allowing 69.75 points against them. The team is shooting 46.57% from the field, 39.49% from three-point range, and 72.70% from the free-throw line. They are averaging 30.75 rebounds per game and have a positive assist-to-turnover ratio. Defensively, they are allowing opponents to shoot 45.03% from the field, 35.77% from three-point range, and 73.88% from the free-throw line. Northwestern is led by Boo Buie, who is averaging 19.2 points per game and has been the leading scorer in seven straight games. The team will need to improve their rebounding and defensive three-point shooting to move up in the rankings. Boo beats the buzzer 👻 pic.twitter.com/hpJdGAqJZG

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Indiana Hoosiers Analysis

The Indiana Hoosiers have struggled in conference play, going 3-6 since their initial 3-1 start. They are currently in eighth place in the Big Ten and rank 99th in the NCAA NET Rankings. Their offense is averaging 73 points per game, shooting 47.3% from the field and 32.8% from three-point range. They average 5.1 three-pointers and 15 free throws per game, with a turnover rate of 12 per game. On defense, they are allowing 74.4 points per game and opponents are shooting 42% from the field and 34.1% from beyond the arc against them. Kel'el Ware has been a standout player for the team, averaging 16.3 points and 61.5% shooting over his last four games. Overall, the Hoosiers have a power ranking of 315 and are ranked #210 for offense and #254 for defense. They have a record of 14-10 (12-11-1 ATS) and have recently beaten Northwestern in their last three matchups.

Northwestern Poised for Victory in Sole Regular Season Match Against Indiana

This upcoming match marks the sole meeting between Northwestern and Indiana in the regular season. In the past year, Northwestern emerged victorious in both contests, both straight up and against the spread. Presently, Northwestern holds a 12-12-1 ATS record, while Indiana stands at 11-12-1 ATS. A recent encounter against Penn State resulted in Northwestern securing a five-point victory two games ago, whereas Indiana endured a 14-point loss three games prior. Northwestern's favorable schedule leading to the end of the season underscores the significance of securing victories now. Their strong defense positions them well against an Indiana team that has struggled to score more than 74 points in their past four home games. Moreover, Indiana's recent devastating defeat to Purdue may impact their performance. With a strong track record against Indiana, Northwestern appears to be the favorable choice.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Northwestern Wildcats+100 → +125Moved
  • Moneyline · Indiana Hoosiers-120 → -145Moved
  • Spread · Northwestern Wildcats+1.5 (-110) → +2.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Indiana Hoosiers-1.5 (-110) → -2.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over137.5 (-110) → 137.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Under137.5 (-110) → 137.5 (-110)Unchanged

ATS and O/U trends

Northwestern Wildcats
15-19 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 7-2-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Indiana Hoosiers
18-14 matchup record · 5-4-1 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-02-18T03:36:46.438Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2023-02-15Indiana Hoosiers 62 · Northwestern Wildcats 64
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Northwestern Wildcats defeated Indiana Hoosiers 76-72

Northwestern Wildcats defeated Indiana Hoosiers 76-72 on February 18, 2024, a 4-point decision in the series. Northwestern Wildcats' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 34-26. Against SportsJaw's recorded Northwestern Wildcats +2.5 (-110) spread, Northwestern Wildcats covered, while the 148 combined points finished over the recorded total of 137.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • MiamimikeTotal · Under 137.5 (-110)Loss
  • AveragejoeSpread · Northwestern Wildcats -1.5 (-110)Win
  • MaddogSpread · Northwestern Wildcats +1.5 (-110)Win
  • 72dolphinsTotal · Over 137.5 (-110)Win
  • HitmanhartTotal · Over 137.5 (-110)Win
  • JwSpread · Indiana Hoosiers -1.5 (-110)Loss
  • JamescashiolaSpread · Indiana Hoosiers -1.5 (-110)Loss
  • Kentc_Spread · Indiana Hoosiers -1.5 (-110)Loss
  • Mickey619Spread · Northwestern Wildcats +1.5 (-110)Win
  • MackintoshTotal · Over 137.5 (-110)Win
  • Randy54Spread · Indiana Hoosiers -1.5 (-110)Loss
  • GeorgewSpread · Northwestern Wildcats +1.5 (-110)Win
  • IroncladlocksSpread · Indiana Hoosiers -1.5 (-110)Loss
  • MikehuffSpread · Northwestern Wildcats +1.5 (-110)Win
  • JtphamTotal · Under 137.5 (-110)Loss
  • GustavosintoSpread · Indiana Hoosiers -1.5 (-110)Loss
  • JoeyBergSpread · Indiana Hoosiers -1.5 (-110)Loss
  • RainmanSpread · Indiana Hoosiers -1.5 (-110)Loss
  • BluedevilSpread · Northwestern Wildcats +1.5 (-110)Win
  • RoycejacobsSpread · Northwestern Wildcats +1.5 (-110)Win
  • SwamipicksSpread · Indiana Hoosiers -1.5 (-110)Loss
  • BadmanSpread · Indiana Hoosiers -1.5 (-110)Loss
  • Sammy52Spread · Indiana Hoosiers -2 (-110)Loss
  • Steve512Total · Under 137.5 (-110)Loss
  • WarbuczSpread · Indiana Hoosiers -2 (-110)Loss
  • JoeThomasTotal · Over 137.5 (-110)Win
  • UncledavidTotal · Under 137.5 (-110)Loss
  • 1118240754Spread · Northwestern Wildcats +2 (-110)Win
  • MtgoldsteinSpread · Indiana Hoosiers -2 (-110)Loss
  • DrpaulSpread · Northwestern Wildcats +2 (-110)Win
  • CoversSpread · Indiana Hoosiers -2 (-110)Loss
  • DpxsportsSpread · Indiana Hoosiers -2 (-110)Loss
  • Tbone91Spread · Indiana Hoosiers -2 (-110)Loss
  • JeffjacksonSpread · Indiana Hoosiers -2 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioSpread · Northwestern Wildcats +2 (-110)Win
  • CoolioTotal · Over 139 (-110)Win
  • OddssharkSpread · Northwestern Wildcats +2 (-110)Win
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 139 (-110)Win
  • 6059548041Moneyline · Indiana Hoosiers -132Loss