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No. 14 Illinois ATS Pick vs Ohio State
No.14 Illinois has not had the easiest time in the Big Ten recently, which could put some NCAAB expert picks on the fence about the team. However, facing Ohio State (13-7, 3-6 Big Ten) should help Illinois (15-5, 6-3) get back on track or at least point the Illini in the right direction again.
In the Fighting Illini’s last game, they faced Indiana. Even though Illinois won 70-62, it was much closer than expected. On the other hand, the Buckeyes have lost two straight and were beaten by Northwestern 83-58 in their most recent game.
Illinois vs Ohio State Game Information
1. Game: Illinois (15-5) vs Ohio State (13-7)
2. Location: Value City Arena, Columbus, OH
3. Day/Time: Tuesday, Jan. 30, 7:00 p.m. ET
4. Illinois vs Ohio State Live Stream: TBS.com
Illinois’ most recent loss came at the hands of Northwestern in a game that went into overtime. That was right before Northwestern dominated Ohio State, which has a chance to affect NCAA basketball spreads.
Illinois vs Ohio State Odds and Spreads
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Illinois vs Ohio State Betting Trends
1. Fighting Illini are 3-0-1 ATS in their last 4 games as an underdog.
2. Fighting Illini are 3-0-1 ATS in their last 4 games as a road underdog of 7.0-12.5.
3. Fighting Illini are 3-0-1 ATS in their last 4 games as an underdog of 7.0-12.5.
4. Buckeyes are 0-6-1 ATS in their last 7 games as an underdog of 13.0 or greater.
5. Buckeyes are 0-5 ATS in their last 5 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600.
6. Buckeyes are 0-5 ATS in their last 5 games vs. a team with a winning straight up record.
7. Under is 7-0 in Fighting Illini last 7 games as an underdog of 13.0 or greater.
8. Under is 6-0 in Fighting Illini last 6 games as a road underdog of 13.0 or greater.
Illinois vs Ohio State ATS Pick: Illinois -3
Even though Illinois has not played exceptionally well recently in the Big Ten, it is still a ranked team while Ohio State is in the bottom half of the conference standings. The Fighting Illini have not been playing at their best but were favored in college basketball spreads in their last seven conference games.
Throughout the last 10 games, Illinois has had a decent record ATS, going 6-3-1, but it has not covered in the previous two. That includes the overtime loss to Northwestern on the road and not covering a 15-point spread against Indiana.
However, college basketball lines do have to consider that Illinois is still re-integrating one of its top players. Terrence Shannon is averaging 19.9 points this season but missed six games due to a school suspension over rape charges. A federal judge ruled Shannon should be allowed to play and he is averaging 13.3 points in his three games since returning.
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Marcus Domask had stepped in Shannon’s absence, averaging 19.9 points through nine Big Ten games. He stepped up again to lead Illinois in scoring against Indiana with 16.
Illinois vs Ohio State Over/Under Pick: Under 150
Based on how Ohio State performed in its last game, losing to Northwestern, Illinois could do something similar. Despite the Fighting Illini’s recent issues, the team has succeeded overall. Against conference opponents, they still have the second-highest scoring offense, at 80.3 points per game, and are fourth in points allowed (71.7).
Meanwhile, Ohio State is in the bottom half of the Big Ten in both stats when facing conference opponents. The Buckeyes allow 75.2 points per game, eighth in the Big Ten, and score 70.7 (10th).
That is a big reason why college basketball lines lean toward Illinois. That also factors into this matchup hitting the under because Ohio State might be unable to keep up offensively.
Illinois vs Ohio State Player Prop Pick: Terrence Shannon Over 18.5 points (-104)
In Shannon’s three games back, his best scoring appearance was against Rutgers with 16 points, which happened in the game he returned. He averages nearly 20 points and has the offensive talent to take over against any opponent. Facing an Ohio State defense might be the opportunity for Shannon to return to the form he had before his suspension.
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Questions Of The Day
What are Illinois’ chances of winning the Big Ten?
The Big Ten is a challenging conference to win this season, but if Terrence Shannon can regain his form and Marcus Domask keeps playing well, Illinois could have a chance.
Who will score more for Illinois, Marcus Domask or Terrence Shannon?
Both players are crucial to Illinois success, but Marcus Domask has been more consistent in Big Ten games.
