Big Ten Odds: Michigan Sportsbooks Put Wolverines At The Top Of The Pack

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Play is scheduled to begin on Wednesday evening, following last year’s absence from the Big Ten Tournament.

Will it be a promising week for the state of Michigan in Indianapolis, with the top-seeded Michigan and the late-season surge of Michigan State?

Despite a lackluster week for the local teams, Michigan sports bettors can still have an enjoyable week as the games themselves promise excitement.

Take a closer look at the upcoming B1G tournament and the potential outcomes for both the top-tier teams and the underdogs.

Big Ten Tournament odds overview

Despite their loss to MSU on Sunday, Michigan is still the reigning Big Ten regular-season champion and holds the top seed for this week’s games.

Most online sportsbooks in Michigan consider them as the top choice.

In most cases, the Wolverines are favored and listed at +175 or +180, although it may vary depending on the book.

Illinois, the second-seeded team, is the favored choice at William Hill Sportsbook with odds of +180. However, at other places, their odds range from +300 to +350.

In most scenarios, Iowa and Ohio State are typically the following teams to watch out for. However, this week, Purdue presents some interesting odds. The Boilermakers, seeded fourth, have a diverse range of odds, fluctuating between +500 and +1200. Oddsmakers appear to be quite divided in their assessment of Purdue.

The No. 9 seed, MSU, possesses a wide range of odds, varying from as low as +3500 to as high as +5500.

FanDuel has +250 Super Boost for Wolverines

On Tuesday, FanDuel Sportsbook made a positive adjustment to the Michigan odds, benefiting bettors.

The Wolverines have a Super Boost of +250 at the sportsbook. The odds will be available until 6 p.m. EST on Wednesday, just thirty minutes before the tournament begins.

Michigan Wolverines not in urgency mode

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The Big Ten Tournament has proven to be an exception when it comes to top seeds in conference tournaments, particularly in power conferences. Out of the nine tournaments held, the top seed has emerged victorious each time, making it a reliable choice.

In the past three Big Ten Tournaments, Michigan has made it to the final and emerged victorious in two of them.

The Wolverines have pleasantly shocked everyone with their performance in the 2020-21 season, amassing an impressive record of 19-3. Nonetheless, their stakes for this week’s matches appear to be quite minimal.

Despite the possibility of an early exit this week, DraftKings Michigan maintains their odds at -10000 for the Wolverines to secure a No. 1 seed in the 2021 NCAA Tournament. Hence, any potential impact from such an exit would be minimal.

After having the first two days off, Michigan will be awaiting the outcome of the No. 8 Maryland vs. No. 9 MSU game on Thursday afternoon.

In terms of scoring, the Wolverines hold the fourth position in the conference with an average of 76.5 points per game. Additionally, they boast a strong defense, ranking third with only 65.2 points allowed per game. Michigan exhibits excellent depth across all positions, but is particularly guided by the impressive performances of Hunter Dickinson (14.3 points per game, 7.7 rebounds per game), Isaiah Livers (13.7 points per game, 6.1 rebounds per game), and Franz Wagner (12.9 points per game, 6.3 rebounds per game).

Head coach Juwan Howard should definitely be considered as a top contender for the National Coach of the Year award.

Michigan State Spartans hoping for more upsets

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Michigan State has had a turbulent season, currently holding a record of 15-11 overall and 9-11 in the Big Ten.

Before Sunday, it appeared that MSU would likely require a notable performance this week in order to secure a spot in the NCAA Tournament and participate in the thrilling competition. Nevertheless, the victory against Michigan has solidified the Spartans’ position and ensured their inclusion in the field of 68.

Over the past three weeks, MSU basketball emerged victorious against Illinois, Ohio State, and Michigan, all of whom were ranked among the top-5 teams at that time. To secure a tournament title, MSU will have to triumph in four consecutive games within four days, with the odds stacked against them as the underdogs in terms of seeding.

With a total of six victories, MSU stands as the most successful program in this tournament. Additionally, they claimed the championship title in 2019.

This week, the offense will be a source of worry as MSU has an average of only 69.5 points per game, placing them at the 13th position in the Big Ten. The team they are facing on Thursday, Maryland, is the only one with a lower average of 68.9 points per game.

On February 28, MSU and Maryland (15-12) faced off, resulting in a 73-55 triumph for the Terrapins. At that time, MSU had played four games within a span of eight days, whereas Maryland enjoyed a week-long break prior to the game.

In the final stretch of the season, Aaron Henry’s performance has significantly improved. He maintains an average of 15.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game.

In addition, Tom Izzo is eager to witness Rocket Watts replicate his impressive 21-point performance against Michigan on Sunday.

Meanwhile, Illinois has plenty of motivation

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One team to keep an eye on is the Illini, who are seeded second.

Illinois is confident about their claim to the Big Ten regular-season title with a record of 16-4. In addition, securing a No. 1 seed on Selection Sunday is a possibility for the Illini. However, to solidify their chances, it’s likely they will need to secure a victory this week.

On average, the Illini score 80.7 points per game and possess the ability to swiftly dominate the scoreboard. Ayo Dosunmu, under most circumstances, would be the recipient of the conference player of the year title; however, he is expected to secure the second spot as Iowa’s Luka Garza is predicted to claim the top position.

Dosunmu’s per-game averages included 20.9 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 5.2 assists.

Kofi Cockburn showcases his dominance as a top center in the nation, maintaining impressive averages of 17.3 points and 9.6 rebounds per game.

Ohio State overvalued? Wisconsin a sleeper?

If you are seeking value, it might be advisable to avoid Ohio State.

Despite being considered one of the top contenders, the Buckeyes have failed to advance beyond the quarterfinals in this tournament since 2014.

Despite Ohio State’s talented roster, they have consistently struggled in this tournament. Additionally, their current four-game losing streak adds to their challenges this week.

If you’re searching for a team with higher chances of winning, consider betting on Wisconsin. Wisconsin is listed with favorable odds: +2000 on BetMGM, +1800 on WH, +1200 on PointsBet, and +1100 on DraftKings.

With a conference record of 10-10, the Badgers secure the sixth seed this week. Despite their losses being against the conference’s top teams, they continue to dominate the Big Ten in defense, holding their opponents to an average of 64.0 points per game.

Wisconsin is in a beneficial position with their draw. They begin their first game on Thursday, while their opponent will have already played on Wednesday. Additionally, on their side of the bracket, they have Iowa and Illinois, both of whom they have competed against closely in the past few weeks, with the margin of victory being within five points.

In Big Ten Tournament history, the Badgers boast a winning record (25-19), placing them among the five successful Big Ten teams.

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