Exemplary Clash in College Basketball: Michigan State versus Michigan on Friday Night
Hey there, sports fans! Get ready for some college basketball rivalry fireworks as the Michigan State Spartans and Michigan Wolverines face off in Ann Arbor on Friday night. While Michigan is favored by 3 points according to the legal betting sites, it seems the smart money might be on Michigan State!
Here's a breakdown of this exciting matchup:
- Moneyline: Michigan State (+130) vs. Michigan (-150)
- Spread: Michigan -3 (-105)
- Total: 151
Despite what the betting sites suggest, Michigan State looks poised to steal the show. Over the last three years, the Spartans have dominated the Wolverines, sporting a 4-2 record in their last six meetings.
As for the betting trends this season, Michigan State is 16-9-1 against the spread, averaging a +3 cover margin and +11.7 winning margin. Meanwhile, Michigan has a subpar ATS record of 12-13. When Michigan State plays as a road underdog, they've been unstoppable, with a +10 cover margin and +6.3 winning margin in two wins and one tie. Conversely, Michigan struggles as a home team favorite, with only six wins against the spread.
Recently, Michigan has had trouble covering the spread, going 1-8 in their last nine games.
So, while the oddsmakers may favor Michigan, the numbers suggest that Michigan State could upset the apple cart. Let's see if the Spartans can continue their dominance and claim victory over their rival, the Wolverines!
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- Sports betting is rampant with the Michigan State Spartans set to face off against their rivals, the Michigan Wolverines, this Friday in Ann Arbor.
- The legal betting sites have Michigan favored by 3 points, but the smart money seems to be on Michigan State based on recent trends.
- The Spartans have had the upper hand in their past meetings, boasting a 4-2 record in their last six encounters.
- As for betting trends this season, Michigan State has a strong ATS record of 16-9-1, averaging a +3 cover margin and +11.7 winning margin, while Michigan struggles with an 12-13 record.
- When Michigan State plays as a road underdog, they've been particularly successful, with a +10 cover margin and +6.3 winning margin in two wins and one tie. Conversely, Michigan struggles as a home team favorite.
