Ohio State Buckeyes vs Michigan Wolverines NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 3/13

The Ohio State Buckeyes will take on the Michigan Wolverines in a Big Ten conference game on Friday, March 13, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET. The game will be held at the United Center in Chicago, IL, which is a neutral site for both teams. The Wolverines are the favorites with a spread of -13.5, while the Buckeyes are the underdogs with a spread of +13.5.

Ohio State comes into the game with a 21-11 record for the season, including a 5-7 record in away games. Michigan holds an impressive 29-2 record, including an undefeated 14-0 in away games. Fans can catch the action on BTN as these two Big Ten teams compete for a significant conference win.

Ohio State Buckeyes vs Michigan Wolverines Game Day Info

  • Sport: College Basketball
  • Teams: Ohio State Buckeyes vs Michigan Wolverines
  • Venue: United Center, Chicago IL
  • Date: Friday, March 13, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET
  • Betting Odds: Ohio State +13.5 (-117), Michigan -13.5 (-107)

Ohio State Buckeyes Team Preview

The Ohio State Buckeyes have been performing well in their recent games. They secured a win against Iowa with a score of 72-69. Bruce Thornton was the standout player with 24 points, hitting 71.4% of his field goals.

Ohio State’s season stats show strengths in several areas. They average 80.2 points per game and have a strong field goal percentage of 49.7%. However, their total rebounds per game are lower, with an average of 33.3.

The Buckeyes have a solid record this season with 21 wins and 11 losses. They have been strong as favorites, winning 17 out of 19 games in that role. Against the spread, they have been consistent, going 7-3 in their last 10 games.

Michigan Wolverines Team Preview

The Michigan Wolverines have a strong record of 29-2 in the 2026 regular season. They are ranked #3 in the AP poll and compete in the Big Ten Conference. At home, they have a solid performance with a record of 15-2.

Offensively, the Wolverines score 88.4 points per game, ranking 11th in the nation. They have a field goal percentage of 51.0%, which is 6th best. They also excel in rebounding with 40.4 total rebounds per game, placing them 25th.

In recent games, Yaxel Lendeborg has been a standout player. He scored 27 points against Michigan State and has averaged 14.7 points per game this season. Morez Johnson Jr. also contributes with 13.7 points and 7.4 rebounds per game.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread pick, take Ohio State at +13.5. Ohio State scores 80.2 points per game, while Michigan scores 88.4 points per game. Although Michigan is favored, Ohio State’s efficient shooting and solid free throw percentage can help them cover the spread in this game.

For the over/under pick, consider the under at 153.5. Ohio State plays at a slower pace with 63.7 possessions per game, which is among the lowest. Despite both teams having strong offenses, the slower pace might keep the total score under the line.