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The 11th-ranked Wisconsin Badgers are gearing up to confront the Ohio State Buckeyes in an attempt to recover from a recent four-game losing streak, a first for them this season. With a current record of 16-8, the Badgers aim to enhance their standing as they host Ohio State on Tuesday, with the game scheduled to commence at 8:00 P.M. CT.
In contrast, Ohio State, holding a 14-10 record, secured a 79-75 victory over the Maryland Terrapins, putting an end to a five-game losing streak. The Buckeyes have been averaging 75.3 points per game, with shooting percentages of 44.6 from the field and 33.7 from beyond the arc.
Heading into Sunday’s game, the Badgers are favored with a nine-point spread. Notably, the team will be missing point guard Kamari McGee, and John Blackwell, who was observed in street clothes prior to the game.
Following a 78-56 loss to the Rutgers Scarlet Knights over the weekend, the Badgers are poised for a comeback, and an improved effort is anticipated. However, the nine-point spread appears substantial, especially considering that the Buckeyes guards had a 10/30 shooting performance during Wisconsin’s 71-60 victory over Ohio State in January.
Foreseeing a closer matchup than suggested by the spread, the expectation is that Ohio State will cover the points.
