
Indiana and Michigan Face Off in a Key College Basketball Matchup
A breakdown of the Indiana Hoosiers versus Michigan Wolverines game set for January 20, 2026, with insights on odds, predictions, and key player performances.
The third-ranked Michigan Wolverines aim to maintain their position in the Big Ten as they go head-to-head with the Indiana Hoosiers on Tuesday evening. Indiana enters the contest fresh off a 74-57 defeat against Iowa, while Michigan secured a victory against Oregon with an 81-71 score.
Currently, the Hoosiers have a record of 12 wins and 6 losses, holding a 3-4 record in the Big Ten, and are struggling with three consecutive losses while managing just a 1-3 record in away games this season. The Wolverines hold an impressive record of 16-1 and are 6-1 in the conference, having won their last two games and performing well at home with a 7-1 record.
The game is set to tip off at 7 p.m. ET at the Crisler Center located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Indiana leads the historical series with an overall record of 110-67 against Michigan. The Wolverines enter the matchup as 15.5-point favorites, according to the latest odds provided by DraftKings Sportsbook, and the over/under is set at 162.5 total points.
Before placing any bets, it is advisable to check The SportsLine Projection Model for its predictions and betting insights on this college basketball game.
Betting Odds and Predictions
Here’s a breakdown of the current betting lines for the matchup:
- Spread: Michigan -15.5 at DraftKings Sportsbook
- Over/Under: 162.5 points
- Money Line: Michigan -1695, Indiana +907
- Streaming: Available on Peacock.
Player Projections
The model anticipates that the Hoosiers will see multiple players scoring significant points, with Lamar Wilkerson predicted to have around 20.2 points, while Yaxel Lendeborg of Michigan is expected to contribute approximately 15.5 points.
So who wins out of this critical matchup, and which team is likely to cover the spread? For those insights, visit SportsLine for detailed predictions.


