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Wisconsin Badgers vs Illinois Fighting Illini Predictions

March 13 02:30 PM (F/OT)
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Wisconsin Badgers
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Illinois Fighting Illini
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The Badgers and Fighting Illini have a storied rivalry, with Wisconsin historically holding a slight edge in all-time matchups. The Badgers are known for their disciplined defense and methodical pace, while Illinois often pushes the tempo and relies on aggressive perimeter play. This matchup usually favors the home team, as Illinois has capitalized on its home court advantage, making it a key factor to consider when betting on this series.
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Wisconsin Badgers
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+7.5
Illinois Fighting Illini
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-7.5
Final Score
91
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88
Confidence Level: 72.1%

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WISCONSIN BADGERS VS ILLINOIS FIGHTING ILLINI MONEYLINE

When the Badgers and Fighting Illini clash, it’s a classic battle of styles. Wisconsin’s methodical approach and strong defensive fundamentals often run into Illinois’ more athletic and aggressive play. Historically, the Illini have had the edge at home, but the Badgers’ disciplined execution can flip the script, especially when the money line moves in their favor, reflecting the tight nature of this rivalry and the respect both programs command in the Big Ten.See Game Picks

WISCONSIN BADGERS VS ILLINOIS FIGHTING ILLINI POINT SPREAD

When the Badgers and Fighting Illini square off, you’re looking at a classic clash of styles. Wisconsin’s methodical, defense-first approach often frustrates Illinois’s more frenetic pace. Historically, the Badgers have been solid against the spread in this matchup, especially when playing in Champaign, where the Illini tend to get a bump from the home crowd. The rivalry adds an extra layer; both teams know each other well, which usually leads to tighter games that can affect how the lines move. Long-term, look for the Badgers to leverage their experience and discipline against the Illini’s athleticism, making this matchup a fascinating study in contrasting identities.See Game Picks

WISCONSIN BADGERS VS ILLINOIS FIGHTING ILLINI OVER/UNDER

When the Badgers and Fighting Illini face off, you’re looking at a classic clash of styles. Wisconsin’s methodical approach often leads to lower-scoring games, while Illinois tends to push the pace, especially at home. Historically, totals have leaned under when they meet in Madison, where the Badgers control tempo, but you might see the over hit more frequently in Champaign when the Illini can dictate the speed. The rivalry adds another layer, with both teams knowing each other well, which often results in tighter defensive battles and lower totals overall.See Game Picks

TRENDS

WISC Logo  WISC ILL Logo  ILL
0-0
All
0-0
0-0
Home
0-0
0-0
Away
0-0
0-0
as Fav
0-0
0-0
as Dog
0-0
0-0
ATS
0-0
0-0
ATS Home
0-0
0-0
ATS Away
0-0
0-0
O/U
0-0
0-0
O/U Home
0-0
0-0
O/U Away
0-0
RESULT
LOSE 83-82
OPPONENT
Panthers logo HPNT High Point Panthers
DATE
03/19
SPREAD
-11.5
O/U
u166.5
RESULT
LOSE 65-68
OPPONENT
Wolverines logo MICH Michigan Wolverines
DATE
03/14
SPREAD
+12.5
O/U
u159.5
RESULT
WIN 91-88
OPPONENT
Fighting Illini logo ILL Illinois Fighting Illini
DATE
03/13
SPREAD
+8.5
O/U
o155.5
RESULT
WIN 82-85
OPPONENT
Huskies logo WASH Washington Huskies
DATE
03/12
SPREAD
-6.5
O/U
o156.5
RESULT
WIN 97-93
OPPONENT
Boilermakers logo PUR Purdue Boilermakers
DATE
03/07
SPREAD
+6.5
O/U
o157.5
RESULT
LOSE 71-62
OPPONENT
Huskies logo UCONN Connecticut Huskies
DATE
04/04
SPREAD
-2.5
O/U
u139.5
RESULT
WIN 71-59
OPPONENT
Hawkeyes logo IOWA Iowa Hawkeyes
DATE
03/28
SPREAD
-6.5
O/U
u138.5
RESULT
WIN 65-55
OPPONENT
Cougars logo HOU Houston Cougars
DATE
03/26
SPREAD
+2.5
O/U
u140.5
RESULT
WIN 55-76
OPPONENT
Rams logo VCU VCU Rams
DATE
03/21
SPREAD
-10.5
O/U
u151.5
RESULT
WIN 70-105
OPPONENT
Quakers logo PENN Penn Quakers
DATE
03/19
SPREAD
-21.5
O/U
o149.5
WHO WON
Badgers logo WISC
RESULT
91-88
DATE
03/13
WHO WON
Badgers logo WISC
RESULT
92-90
DATE
02/10
WHO WON
Badgers logo WISC
RESULT
74-95
DATE
02/18
WHO WON
Fighting Illini logo ILL
RESULT
80-86
DATE
12/10
WHO WON
Fighting Illini logo ILL
RESULT
87-93
DATE
03/17

BOX SCORE: NCAAB TEAM STATS & PLAYER STATS

WISC Logo WISC ILL Logo ILL
91.00
Points Per Game
88.00
42.40
Field Goal Percentage
50.00
72.00
2-Point Field Goal Percentage
66.70
24.40
3-Point Field Goal Percentage
29.00
83.30
Free Throw Percentage
60.00
11.00
Offensive Rebounds Per Game
9.00
26.00
Defensive Rebounds Per Game
27.00
17.00
Assists
16.00
2.00
Blocked Shots Per Game
2.00
7.00
Turnovers Per Game
6.00
STARTERS
MIN
REB
AST
PTS
Z. Kinziger G
76:00
4.00
9.00
21.00
N. Boyd G
40:00
5.00
6.00
38.00
A. Rohde G
38:00
4.00
1.00
3.00
B. Carrington G
15:00
1.00
0.00
3.00
A. Konop G
9:00
0.00
0.00
0.00
H. Jones G
5:00
0.00
1.00
0.00
I. Gard G
4:00
0.00
0.00
0.00
J. Janicki G
0:00
0.00
0.00
3.00
N. Winter F
334:00
63.00
12.00
88.00
A. Rapp F
39:00
9.00
4.00
8.00
S. Crowl F
34:00
7.00
1.00
8.00
C. Gilmore F
14:00
3.00
0.00
2.00
W. Garlock F
4:00
2.00
0.00
2.00
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STARTERS
MIN
REB
AST
PTS
K. Jakucionis G
972:00
174.00
144.00
465.00
K. Wagler G
43:00
1.00
8.00
19.00
B. Fagbemi G
35:00
11.00
4.00
2.00
A. Stojakovic G
31:00
7.00
0.00
17.00
K. Boswell G
17:00
5.00
0.00
9.00
A. Redd G
2:00
0.00
0.00
0.00
M. Petrovic G
0:00
0.00
0.00
0.00
W. Riley F
841:00
136.00
77.00
414.00
D. Mirkovic F
37:00
5.00
5.00
19.00
J. Davis F
28:00
3.00
2.00
6.00
B. Humrichous F
24:00
4.00
1.00
0.00
J. Jakstys C
48:00
17.00
2.00
12.00
T. Ivisic C
24:00
2.00
0.00
9.00
Z. Ivisic F-C
21:00
7.00
0.00
9.00
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