Published Feb 26, 8:38am ET by
Demilade Adelekun - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Feb 26, 8:38am ET
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Michigan travels to Illinois to face the Fighting Illini. A Michigan win will guarantee them a share of the Big 10 Season Title.
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| Illinois Fighting Illini | +1.5 (-102) |
| Michigan Wolverines | -1.5 (-118) |
Michigan is 26-2 overall, 16-1 in conference play, and the #3 team in the nation. Though they have lost to Duke recently, they are still one of the best teams in the field. Michigan will be a 1 seed in the Big Dance and is eying another national championship. For More March Madness Betting Odds and Predictions, see the Full Hub".
Michigan's stellar year has been fueled by its offense. They are good for 89 points a game, and their blend of inside presence and pace makes it a tough day for their opponents.
Illinois is 22-6 overall, 13-4 in Big 10 play, and the 10th team in the country. After a big week that saw them blow out IU and USC, they recently lost an OT game to UCLA to end their Cali roadtrip.
This recent loss makes Illinois 2–3 in their last five games. They are currently projected as a 3-seed, but that could drop if their poor form continues. A big game will be needed from freshman phenom Keaton Wagler. He is currently averaging 18.2 points and 4.3 assists per game and is the key to this Illinois offense.
Michigan vs Illinois will be a blockbuster game. Our belief for the game is that playing Michigan after a loss is a recipe for disaster. Illinois has not been playing its best basketball, and it'll take that to beat the Wolverines. Our pick is Michigan ATS(-1.5).
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Michigan ATS (-1.5)
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