The Indiana Hoosiers (18-12, 9-10 Big Ten) and Ohio State Buckeyes (17-13, 9-10) are both on the NCAA Tournament bubble heading into their matchup on Saturday on CBS and Paramount+. Indiana had its three-game winning streak halted with a 73-64 loss at Oregon on Tuesday and is now looking to sweep the series after beating Ohio State in overtime on January 17. Meanwhile, the Buckeyes are fresh off back-to-back wins over USC and Nebraska, triumphing over the Cornhuskers in a double-overtime thriller earlier this week.

Today’s matchup carries significant weight for both teams, with the winner securing the No. 9 seed for the conference tournament and earning a first-round bye.

Game Details

• Tipoff: 3:45 p.m. ET at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall, Bloomington.
• Odds: Indiana -2.5 point favorite, over/under at 148.
• Money line: Indiana -145, Ohio State +122.

Watch this exciting clash live on CBS and Paramount+. Check out the latest odds here:

Betting Predictions

Over 148.5 (-110)

The Buckeyes recently showcased a high-scoring game against Nebraska, achieving 116 points in double overtime, while Indiana has also been scoring heavily, crossing 70 points in three of its last four games. Expect a lively matchup again as both teams aim for a win today.

Ohio State +2.5

Fresh from their recent success, Ohio State’s standout player, Bruce Thornton, finished with 29 points and nine assists in the latest game. With a solid team roster and momentum behind them, Ohio State seems more than capable of taking the spread.

Conclusion

With the stakes this high, it promises to be an unforgettable matchup. Don’t miss out on all the action and catch the game on the links provided above.