At the onset of the season, Michigan State had dreams of a second consecutive Final Four appearance. Sparty was a top tier College Basketball betting favorite to win the national championship. But a dream season has turned into a borderline nightmare ever since the passing of Cassius Winston’s brother last fall. Michigan State has lacked the consistent dominance that was on display one year ago. Instead, it has been Penn State’s enjoyable fantasy season. To be exact this is the best Nittany Lions campaign in modern history. And a win over MSU would be the cherry on top!
Michigan State Spartans vs. Penn State Nittany Lions
| Date and Time: | Tuesday, March 3, 2020, 7 p.m. ET |
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| Location: | Bryce Jordan Center, University Park, Pennsylvania |
| Michigan State vs. Penn State TV Coverage: | ESPN |
| College Basketball Betting Online Odds at SBG: | Click Here |
Michigan State Spartans vs. Penn State Nittany Lions Overview
Late on Michigan State is showing signs of resurgence. MSU scored an impressive 78-66 sports betting win and payout at Maryland Saturday to serve notice of their ability. Sparty now stands at 20-9 straight up, 13-16 against the spread and 12-15 under the total. Overall national metrics have the Spartans ranked 61st for scoring offense and 47th for points allowed. The win at Maryland was dominant and no fluke. Indeed, it was the type of performance that fans and gamblers have expected from the Spartans all season.
Late on the Nittany Lions have been fading with four straight losses to the board. Penn State is 21-8 straight up, 16-12-1 against the spread, and 13-16 under the total. PSU ranks 66th in the country for scoring offense and 123rd for points allowed. Despite the recent lull this season is as good as it gets for Penn State basketball.
Key Spartans: G Cassius Winston (18.5 PTS, 5.8 AST, 43.4 FGPCT, 86.5 FTPCT, 42.5 3PPCT), F Xavier Tillman (13.3 PTS, 10.2 REB, 53.8 FGPCT, 66.1 FTPCT, 27.1 3PPCT)
Key Nittany Lions: F Lamar Stevens (17.7 PTS, 6.9 REB, 44.3 PTS, 72.8 FTPCT, 27.4 3PPCT), G Myreon Jones (13.7 PTS, 2.9 REB, 2.9 AST, 45.0 FGPCT, 77.6 FTPCT, 40.3 3PPCT)
Michigan State and Penn State Against the Spread
The Spartans are:
- 2-8 against the spread in their last 10 away games
- 2-4-1 under the total on the road
- 4-5 on the board in their last nine games at Penn State
- 2-5 under the total head to head on the road vs. the Nittany Lions
The Nittany Lions are:
- 12-5-1 vs. the line in their last 18 home games
- 2-4 under the total at Bryce Jordan Center
- 4-6 on the board head to head with Michigan State
- 1-4 under the total in their last five meetings with the Spartans
Michigan State Spartans vs. Penn State Nittany Lions College Basketball Betting Picks
On this occasion is the final home game of a dream season for Penn State. For once this football factory has its attention and pride on the basketball team. Michigan State simply hasn’t shown the level of College Basketball betting consistency to be trusted in this environment. Also, this could be a letdown spot after the win at Maryland. Look for a happy farewell in Happy Valley and the capper to a great season.
Michigan State vs. Penn State College Basketball Betting Pick: Penn State Nittany Lions
Michigan State vs. Penn State College Basketball Betting Score Prediction: Penn State 69, Michigan State 65