9:00 p.m. ET: Michigan State Spartans (7-2) at Minnesota Golden Gophers (7-0)

Spread: Michigan St -6.5
Total: 134

The Spartans are averaging 73.2 points per game on 44.6% shooting from the field. They are allowing opponents to score 63.6 points per game. The Golden Gophers are averaging 71.3 points per game on 45.7% shooting from the field. They are allowing opponents to score 61 points per game. The Gophers have scored 55 or fewer in two of its last three games. Minnesota has won 7 straight games and has done well defensively, especially at home where they are holding opponents under 50 points per game. However, the level of competition they have faced at home hasn’t been very good. Even though the Spartans aren’t explosive offensively, they have been efficient. The Spartans are the better rebounding team and will have the advantage on the offensive and defensive end. Minnesota is one of the worst offensive rebounding teams in the country and won’t get a lot of extra scoring opportunities. Take Michigan State to cover the spread. 

Matchup Trends

• The favorite is 7-1 ATS in the last 8 meetings.

The Bookie:          Michigan St -6.5 / Under 134
Fade the Public:   Michigan St / Under
Sharp Action:       Michigan St / Under