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Kentucky Battles Illinois: 2025 NCAA Tournament Betting Predictions
The SportsLine Projection Model unveils its picks for the crucial second-round NCAA Tournament clash between Illinois and Kentucky.
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The sixth-seeded Illinois Fighting Illini take on the third-seeded Kentucky Wildcats in a second-round match of the 2025 NCAA Tournament this Sunday.
Game Preview:
- Tip-off: Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee at 5:15 PM ET
- Line: Illinois favored by 2.5 points
- Over/Under: 169.5 total points
Previous Performances
- Illinois triumphed over Xavier, scoring 86-73.
- Kentucky defeated Troy with a score of 76-57.
Key Players to Watch
- Kasparas Jakucionis: Nearly had a triple-double against Xavier with 16 points, 10 assists, and 9 rebounds.
- Will Riley: Scored 22 points in the last match, showcasing strong scoring ability.
- Otega Oweh: Leading the Wildcats with averages of 16.4 points and 4.7 rebounds.
- Koby Brea: Key contributor in losses and wins this season.
Stat Highlights
- Illinois boasts a tournament record of 46-35 from 35 appearances.
- Kentucky holds a record of 133-56 over 63 tournament appearances.
Betting Insights
- Illinois has hit the game total over in 20 of their last 37 games.
- Kentucky secured the money line in 22 of their last 33 games.
Predictions
The model projects a combined point total of 163.
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