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Maryland vs. Illinois prediction: Why Maryland is favored to win women's college basketball matchup [1/1/2026]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Maryland vs Illinois predictions for college basketball Thursday.
Illinois will take on the favored Maryland in women's college basketball action at State Farm Center on New Year's Day, commencing at 4:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' new women's basketball model predicts Maryland as the most likely winner of the Maryland vs. Illinois game.
This article offers a closer look at Thursday's matchup, including best bets and picks.
Maryland vs. Illinois prediction: Who will win?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Thursday's women's basketball matchup between Maryland and Illinois 10,000 times as part of our women's college basketball predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives Maryland a 70% chance of beating Illinois.
According to our model, the over/under total of 144.5 points has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Maryland vs. Illinois odds
We have sourced the best women's college basketball odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Maryland | Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -11.5 (-114) | +11.5 (-114) |
| Moneyline | -625 | +490 |
| Total | o144.5 (-110) | u144.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Maryland vs. Illinois picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Illinois +11.5 | -114 |
| Moneyline | Illinois | +490 |
| Total | Under 144.5 | -110 |
According to our women's college basketball best bets, the top play to make on this game is Illinois to win.
Maryland vs. Illinois game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's women's basketball game between Illinois and Maryland at State Farm Center is scheduled to commence at 4:00 PM ET.
- Who: Maryland vs. Illinois
- Date: Thursday, January 1, 2026
- Time: 4:00 PM ET/1:00PM PT
- Venue: State Farm Center
Conclusion
We predict Maryland, with a 70% win probability, will likely beat Illinois on New Year's Day.
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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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