The undefeated Indiana Hoosiers (8-0) try to stay undefeated when they clash against the Wisconsin Badgers (4-4) at Kohl Center. The game begins at 4:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 7, 2019.
Indiana Hoosiers vs. Wisconsin Badgers Betting Odds
In their last outing, the Badgers were beaten by the North Carolina State Wolfpack, 69-54, while the Hoosiers defeated the 17th-ranked Florida State Seminoles, 80-64.
Indiana played a nearly perfect game. They had a ridiculous free throw rate of 0.511 (above their season average of 0.365) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 35.7 (below their season average of 36.5). For those same stats, Florida State was 0.132 and 21.9, respectively. Wisconsin, meanwhile, had an offensive rebounding percentage of 36.8 (above their season average of 27.9). Aleem Ford put together a solid outing for Wisconsin with 13 points and seven rebounds. Meanwhile, Indiana was led by Devonte Green, who had 30 points and six rebounds.
The Hoosiers won the sole game between these two teams last season, 75-73. Getting to the charity stripe was one of Indiana’s largest strengths. They made 27 trips to the line, while Wisconsin went 25 times.
There’s a decent chance that Indiana struggles to create turnovers. Dating back to last season, Wisconsin ranks 11th in the NCAA at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 15.5 percent), while Indiana has forced the 191st-most turnovers (19.0 percent).
Indiana Hoosiers vs. Wisconsin Badgers Betting Pick
Free Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Wisconsin, ATS Winner – Wisconsin, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Indiana averages 4.6 blocks per game, which ranks 32nd in the nation. Wisconsin ranks 206th in blocks allowed per game (3.9).
- The Badgers rank 222nd in three pointers attempted per game (20.6) while the Hoosiers rank 279th (18.8).
- Indiana averages 37.0 rebounds per game, which ranks 105th in the country. Wisconsin ranks 138th in rebounds allowed per game (34.6).
- The Badgers rank 28th in assists allowed per game (10.5) while the Hoosiers rank 154th (12.8).
- Indiana ranks 143rd in steals per game (6.5) while Wisconsin ranks 256th (5.2).
