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Penn State vs. Ohio State prediction: Ohio State favored to win men's college basketball matchup [1/26/2026]
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Written by Mac Douglass, Senior Editor
Get Penn State vs Ohio State predictions for college basketball Monday.
Ohio State will take on Penn State in men's college basketball action at Value City Arena on Monday, beginning at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' advanced college basketball model predicts Ohio State as the most likely winner of the Penn State vs. Ohio State game.
This article offers further insights into Monday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks.
Penn State vs. Ohio State prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Monday's NCAA basketball matchup between Penn State and Ohio State 10,000 times as part of our men's college basketball predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives Ohio State an 86% chance of beating Penn State. Our predicted final score has Ohio State winning 82-70.
According to our model, the bookies have got it right, and Penn State and Ohio State each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the 153.5-point over/under has a 52% chance of staying under.
Penn State vs. Ohio State odds
We have sourced the best men's college basketball odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Penn State | Ohio State |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +12.5 (-118) | -12.5 (-102) |
| Moneyline | +580 | -850 |
| Total | o153.5 (-105) | u153.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Penn State vs. Ohio State 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 -12.5 | -102 |
| Moneyline | Penn State | +580 |
| Total | Under 153.5 | -110 |
According to our men's college basketball best bets, the top play to make on this game is Penn State to win.
Penn State vs. Ohio State game-day updates and essential details
Monday's men's college basketball game between Ohio State and Penn State at Value City Arena is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Penn State vs. Ohio State
- Date: Monday, January 26, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Value City Arena
Conclusion
We predict Ohio State, with an 86% win probability, will likely beat Penn State on Monday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Penn State vs. Ohio State insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Mac Douglass specializes in NFL previews for the NFC South and NFC East, MLB best bets, Formula 1 race previews, and professional tennis insights. Combining predictive simulations and data-driven sports analysis, Mac provides in-depth content to elevate the betting experience for sports fans.
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