Michigan (20-5) vs Michigan State (21-5)
Game Info: Friday, February 21, 2025 at 8:00 pm (Crisler Center)
Betting Odds: Michigan -2.5 -- Over/Under: 152.5
The Michigan State vs Michigan Game Preview!
The article breaks down the Michigan State vs. Michigan basketball game on February 21st at the Crisler Center, which is a major event in the Big Ten rivalry. It goes over how the teams are performing, player stats, coaching tactics, and their previous matchups. Let's dive into this game and figure out a winning prediction we can bet on!
The Michigan State Spartans Team Preview!
The Michigan State Spartans are rocking a 21-5 (12-3) record this year after taking down Purdue 75-66 in their latest match. They were up 33-31 at halftime and then scored 42 more points in the second half to seal the win. The Spartans hit 58.3% of their shots from the field, nailed 30.8% of their three-pointers, and sunk 71.4% of their free throws. Jase Richardson was the top scorer for Michigan State with 12 points and three assists, while Frankie Fidler chipped in with 11 points and two rebounds.
Before that win, the Spartans took down Illinois with a 79-65 victory, but they did fall to Indiana 71-67 right before. Michigan State has snagged three wins in their last four games and is sitting in second place in the Big Ten with a 12-3 record. They've been putting up 79.1 points per game and letting in 67.4 points, while also grabbing 39.8 rebounds and dishing out 17.7 assists each game this season. Jaden Akins is dropping 13.1 points, grabbing 3.6 rebounds, and handing out 1.5 assists per game, while Jase Richardson is putting up 10.4 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game this year. Michigan State is shooting 47% from the field, hitting 80.3% of their free throws, and landing 29.1% of their three-pointers this season.
The Michigan Wolverines Team Preview!
The Michigan Wolverines are rocking a 20-5 (12-2) record this season after edging out Ohio State 86-83 in their latest game. They were up 44-39 at halftime and managed to secure the win, even though they let Ohio State score 44 points in the second half. The Wolverines hit 48.5% of their shots, nailed 33.3% of their threes, and sank 76.5% of their free throws. Vlad Goldin was the star with 20 points and 10 rebounds, and Danny Wolf chipped in with 17 points and 11 rebounds.
Before that game, the Wolverines took down Purdue 75-73 and Indiana 70-67. Michigan's on a roll with six straight wins and they're sitting at the top of the Big Ten with a 12-2 record. They've been scoring 81.6 points per game and letting in 71.0 points, while also grabbing 38.3 rebounds and dishing out 16.7 assists each game this season. Vlad Goldin is putting up 15.7 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game, and Danny Wolf is averaging 12.9 points, 10.0 rebounds, and 3.6 assists. Michigan's shooting 49% from the field, hitting 73% of their free throws, and making 36% of their three-pointers this season.
The Michigan State vs Michigan Game Prediction!
The Pick: MSU / Michigan OVER 152.5
Both teams are leading the Big Ten standings, making this rivalry game even more exciting. Michigan's on a six-game winning streak, shooting 49% from the field, though their defense has had its ups and downs. Michigan State has bounced back after a tough couple of weeks, recently scoring a big win over Purdue. The Spartans are hitting 47% from the field and have kept opponents to 66 points or fewer in three of their last five games. This matchup should be awesome, with either team capable of winning. With Michigan's fast pace, expect a high-scoring game. I'd go with the over on this one.
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