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Wisconsin vs. Ohio State prediction: Ohio State favored to win men's college basketball matchup [2/17/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get Wisconsin vs Ohio State predictions for college basketball Tuesday.
Ohio State and Wisconsin are scheduled to meet in men's college basketball action at Value City Arena on Tuesday, starting at 8:30 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced college basketball model gives Ohio State a slight edge with a 53% win probability over Wisconsin.
This article offers a closer look at Tuesday's Wisconsin vs. Ohio State matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks.
Wisconsin vs. Ohio State prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Tuesday's NCAA basketball matchup between Wisconsin and Ohio State 10,000 times as part of our men's college basketball predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives Ohio State a 53% chance of defeating Wisconsin. Our predicted final score has Ohio State winning 78-77.
According to our model, Wisconsin (+1.5) has a 55% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 157.5 points has a 52% chance of staying under.
Wisconsin vs. Ohio State odds
We have researched the best men's college basketball odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Wisconsin | Ohio State |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +1.5 (-122) | -1.5 (+105) |
| Moneyline | -102 | -110 |
| Total | o157.5 (-110) | u157.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Wisconsin vs. Ohio State 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 | Wisconsin +1.5 | -122 |
| Moneyline | Ohio State | -110 |
| Total | Under 157.5 | -105 |
According to our men's college basketball best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 157.5 total points.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Wisconsin vs. Ohio State game-day updates and essential details
Tuesday's men's college basketball action between Ohio State and Wisconsin at Value City Arena is scheduled to commence at 8:30 PM ET.
- Who: Wisconsin vs. Ohio State
- Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2026
- Time: 8:30 PM ET/5:30PM PT
- Venue: Value City Arena
Conclusion
We predict Ohio State, with a 53% win probability, will likely beat Wisconsin on Tuesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Wisconsin vs. Ohio State insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Dave Garofolo uses sophisticated AI-driven analytics to make predictions and evaluate player performances in the NBA, MLB, NFL, NHL, NCAAM, and PGA TOUR tournaments, crafting insightful game and prop previews.
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