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Ohio State vs. Minnesota prediction: Why Ohio State is favored to win NCAAW matchup [3/6/2026]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Ohio State vs Minnesota predictions for college basketball Friday.
Minnesota will face Ohio State in women's college basketball action at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Friday, commencing at 2:30 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' new women's basketball model predicts Ohio State as the most likely winner of the Ohio State vs. Minnesota game.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Friday's matchup, including best bets and picks.
Ohio State vs. Minnesota prediction: Who will win?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Friday's women's basketball game between Ohio State and Minnesota 10,000 times as part of our women's college basketball predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives Ohio State a 59% chance of defeating Minnesota.
According to our model, the over/under total of 142.5 points has a 52% chance of going over.
Ohio State vs. Minnesota odds
We have researched the best women's college basketball odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Ohio State | Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -2.5 (-110) | +2.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | -114 | -105 |
| Total | o142.5 (-112) | u142.5 (-118) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Ohio State vs. Minnesota picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available 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 | Ohio State -2.5 | -110 |
| Moneyline | Ohio State | -114 |
| Total | Over 142.5 | -112 |
According to our women's college basketball best bets, the top play to make on this game is Ohio State to win.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Ohio State vs. Minnesota game-day updates and essential details
Friday's women's basketball game between Minnesota and Ohio State at Gainbridge Fieldhouse is scheduled to begin at 2:30 PM ET.
- Who: Ohio State vs. Minnesota
- Date: Friday, March 6, 2026
- Time: 2:30 PM ET/11:30AM PT
- Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
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Conclusion
We predict Ohio State, with a 59% win probability, will likely beat Minnesota on Friday.
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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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