Nebraska vs. Ohio State: Big Ten Basketball Betting Preview and Odds for March 1
Here's the concise, value-focused rewrite:
The #23 Ohio State Buckeyes (18-8) host the Nebraska Cornhuskers (8-21) at Value City Arena on March 1st at 7 p.m. ET. Ohio State looks to bounce back after a 75-60 loss to Maryland, while Nebraska enters with momentum from a 93-70 win over Penn State.
Betting Overview:
- Spread: Ohio State -14.5
- Over/Under: 150.5
Key Betting Insights:
- Ohio State ranks 4th in Big Ten; Nebraska last (2-16)
- Over recommended due to Nebraska's poor defense (347th nationally, allowing 79.3 PPG)
- Ohio State's effective shooting is their strongest asset
- EJ Liddell key offensive factor for Buckeyes
Team Analysis:
Ohio State Keys:
- Focus on shot selection
- Limit Nebraska's offensive rebounds
- Maintain Top 25 ranking
- Get Liddell involved early
Nebraska Keys:
- Draw fouls to generate points
- Control possession time
- Force tough shots
- Dominate rebounds
Prediction: Take Ohio State to cover the -14.5 spread. The talent gap between these teams is significant, and Ohio State's offensive efficiency should overwhelm Nebraska's struggling defense.
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