Michigan Wolverines (19-5) vs. Ohio State Buckeyes (15-10)
Michigan Wolverines vs. Ohio State Buckeyes February 16 2025 – This Sunday, the electrifying duel between the Michigan Wolverines (19-5) and Ohio State Buckeyes (15-10) will take place at Value City Arena. The long-standing rivalry is renewed again and just like the other matches, fans can expect chaotic action. This time, fans can witness chaos on live CBS. Having reached the closing phase of their seasons, both teams look for wins which would give them a much-needed boost for their post-season run.
Michigan Wolverines vs. Ohio State Buckeyes February 16 2025 Game Info
| When: | Sunday, February 16, 2025 at 1:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Value City Arena, Ohio State |
| TV: | CBS |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Michigan Wolverines vs. Ohio State Buckeyes Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
| Michigan | -105 | +2 (-110) | Over 150.5 (-110) |
| Ohio State | -111 | -2 (-110) | Under 150.5 (-110) |
Looking at the latest betting odds, the Wolverines are the underdog at +2 which is strange as they have performed better overall. This can be explained by their mediocre ATS records and their road woes. At the same time, putting the total at 150.5 indicates how the public expects both teams to score a lot like they usually do.
Vladislav Goldin (Center) vs. Bruce Thornton (Guard)
Vladislav Goldin has been nothing short of a revelation for Michigan this season. His performance at the center position has been nothing short of impressive; he averages 15.5 points and 6 rebounds per game while shooting an eye-popping 63.9% from the field. Goldin’s size and efficiency in the paint have been crucial for Michigan’s offensive schemes. His effort on the road, as well as against more formidable defensive teams such as Ohio State, should define his significance in this matchup.
On the other hand, Bruce Thornton has been a staple for Ohio State. His scoring has been remarkable at 17.3 points per game while also dishing out 4.3 assists per game for the team’s offense. His ability to shoot the three-point shot at an impressive 46.2% will be critical in needing to open up Michigan’s defense because they have struggled with defending the perimeter this season.
Dominance on the Boards: A Closer Look at Michigan’s Recent Games
Michigan had a tough battle against Purdue and won by just to points 75-73, and followed that victory with a tough win over Indiana at the score of 70-67. These tough games show that Michigan has heart, but they also reveal some consistency problems, especially during high-stress situations. As they prepare to face a strong Ohio State defense which has tended to give them trouble when playing away from home, they are going to depend heavily on Goldin’s ability to score and grab rebounds.
Buckeye Resilience: Ohio State’s Recent Form
The recent performances of Ohio State including the impressive win against Washington of 93-69 show how resilient they are since losing 71-79 against Nebraska. The resiliency the Buckeyes have shown will be useful against a Michigan team that has been poor on the road. The effectiveness of the Buckeyes’ balanced attack and defensive strategies while at home where they have an impressive 15-5 SU record further showcases their preparedness for this matchup.
Michigan Wolverines Betting Trends
Michigan are 0-8 ATS in their last 8 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Michigan’s last 5 games.
Michigan are 5-0 SU in their last 5 games.
Michigan are 3-13 ATS in their last 16 games on the road.
Michigan are 3-14 SU in their last 17 games when playing on the road against Ohio State.
Ohio State Buckeyes Betting Trends
Ohio State are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games.
Ohio State are 5-2 SU in their last 7 games.
Ohio State are 15-5 SU in their last 20 games at home.
Ohio State are 14-3 SU in their last 17 games when playing at home against Michigan.
Ohio State are 13-7 ATS in their last 20 games against an opponent in the Big Ten conference.
Michigan Wolverines vs. Ohio State Buckeyes Betting Previews
With both teams notoriously known for their surprise style and trends, this game promises to be thrilling! Michigan has not been dependable in covering spreads despite their SU wins, making Ohio State a safer bet, particularly with the game being on their stronghold. The cover is likely, but it remains uncertain because it keeps changing, though it may be worth considering since both teams tend to score a lot.
Putting aside everything, within their arena and looking at the ATS trends, it seems like Ohio State is the best pick. Placing a bet on Ohio State to cover the -2 spread looks smart, and a prop bet on individual performance, especially on Bruce Thornton’s points and assists, may pay too. This game looks to be very tightly contested, but based on Ohio State’s home record against Michigan and their recent form, may decide in Ohio’s favor.
Score Prediction: Ohio State 78, Michigan 74
