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2023 NCAA Basketball Handicapping Wildcats vs. Michigan
- (12-4) Northwestern Wildcats vs. Michigan Wolverines (9-7)
- Date: Sunday, January 15th
- Time: 12:00 ET
- Venue: Crisler Center, Ann Arbor
- CBB Moneyline Odds: Wildcats +163 | Wolverines -201
- NCAAB Betting ATS Odds: Northwestern +4.5 | Michigan -4.5 (Bet Now!)
- CBB Betting Total: O/U 136.0
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Northwestern Wildcats
Without a doubt, the Wildcats are hoping to build on their 12-4 overall record, Northwestern squares off with Michigan. So far, out of 3 road games this season, Northwestern has a record of 3-0.
Previously, having been the underdog in 6 games, Northwestern has gone 3-3 straight up. Important to realize, heading into today’s contest, they are the +4.5 underdogs on the spread.
At this time Northwestern currently has a record of 3-2 in Big Ten action. So far, in non-conference games, the team has a mark of 9-2.
Coming into the game, Chase Audige is the team leader in scoring, averaging 15.8 points per game. In addition to his scoring, Audige is grabbing 3.1 rebounds and adding 3.3 assists.
At this point, Northwestern’s second-leading scorer is Boo Buie, who has hit 35.1% of his field goal attempts and is averaging 14.6 points per game.
Wildcats Offense
The Wildcats’ offense heads into the game ranked 148th in the NCAA at 73.0 points per contest. Northwestern’s offensive attack is heavily reliant on getting the ball inside, as 61.31% of their shots have come inside the arc.
So far, the team is ranked 305th in overall field goal percentage at 42.7%. When the Wildcats have taken 3-point shots, they are hitting 34.7% of their looks.
In terms of pace, Northwestern is below the NCAA average in possessions per game, averaging just 68.1 per contest, placing them just 433rd in college basketball.
Currently, Northwestern’s 35.5 rebounds per contest is one of the lower figures in the NCAA. So far, the Wildcats are averaging 9.6 offensive boards per game.
Michigan Wolverines
Michigan heads into their matchup vs Northwestern with a record of 9-7 while looking to shake a 2-game losing streak. Currently, Michigan has been the home team 8 times, sitting with a record of 6-2.
Getting ready to play for the 11 times as the favorite, Michigan has gone 9-2 in those matchups. Also, playing at home, the Wolverines come into this game as -4.5 point favorite.
On the whole, Michigan currently has a record of 3-2 in Big Ten action. In non-conference games, the team has a mark of 6-5.
Coming into the game, Hunter Dickinson is the team leader in scoring, averaging 18.2 points per game. In addition to his scoring, Dickinson is grabbing 8.5 rebounds and adding 1.1 assists.
At this point, Michigan’s second-leading scorer is Jett Howard, who has hit 45.6% of his field goal attempts and is averaging 15.5 points per game.
Wolverines Key Stats
The Wolverines’ offense heads into the game ranked 142nd in the NCAA at 73.0 points per contest. Michigan’s offensive attack is heavily reliant on getting the ball inside, as 67.67% of their shots have come inside the arc. So far, the team is ranked 63rd in overall field goal percentage at 46.8%.
When the Wolverines have taken 3-point shots, they are hitting 34.0% of their looks.
In terms of pace, Michigan is below the NCAA average in possessions per game, averaging just 65.4 per contest, placing them just 587th in college basketball. Currently, Michigan’s 35.5 rebounds per contest is one of the lower figures in the NCAA. So far, the Wolverines are averaging 10.0 offensive boards per game.
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Northwestern Wildcats vs. Michigan Wolverines CBB Betting Trends
- To begin with, Northwestern is 2-3 vs. the spread in their last 5 games. The Wildcats are 3-2 straight up in these matchups.
- Also, Northwestern is 6-4 ATS in their last 10 games on the road, going 7-3 SU.
- At this point, Wildcats are 2-1 SU in their last 3 games as the underdog. Important to realize, they are 2-1 vs. the spread in these contests.
- Also, Wolverines are 2-1 SU in their last 3 games as the favorite. Lastly, they are 2-1 vs. the spread in these contests.
Free Northwestern Wildcats vs. Michigan Wolverines CBB Betting Pick:
Free Spread Prediction: Northwestern Wildcats +4.5
To begin with, if you are looking to get a wager down on today’s matchup between the Northwestern Wildcats and Michigan Wolverines, we see Northwestern as the best bet on the spread at +4.5.
Indeed, you should look for the Wildcats’ offense to continue their strong 3-point shooting, as they are averaging 8.35 made 3’s per contest.
Not only do they have the edge from beyond the arc, but they also have a good track record vs the spread as the underdog. Additionally, in Northwestern’s last 10 games on the road, they have an ATS mark of 6-4.
All in all, going into the game, we feel good about grabbing Northwestern +4.5.
Free Northwestern vs. Michigan CBB Betting Pick: Northwestern ATS
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