Michigan State (2-0) vs Kansas (1-0)
Game Info: Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 6:30 pm (State Farm Arena)
Betting Odds: Michigan State +220 / Kansas -275 --- Over/Under: 150.5
The Kansas Jayhawks vs. Michigan State Spartans
Game Preview!
Today we're checking out some college basketball action, covering a bunch of games like we always do. And hey, this is our favorite time of year over at TheOutletSV.com. Tonight, it's the Kansas Jayhawks taking on the Michigan State Spartans at the State Farm Arena on Tuesday, November 12th. We'll dive into the betting side of things and figure out the top picks for this matchup. So, here's our prediction for the Kansas Jayhawks vs. Michigan State Spartans game!
Michigan State Spartans Team Preview!
The Michigan State Spartans are killin' it this season with a flawless 2-0 record, tying with 10 other teams for second place in the Big Ten. They're rockin' it on the road at 2-0, beatin' the spread both times, and goin' 1-1 in over/under. When it comes to scoring, Michigan State's droppin' an average of 88.5 points per game, rankin' 81st in the nation. Defensively, they're holdin' it down as a top-50 team, only lettin' 58.5 points per game slide by (46th). The Spartans are shootin' lights out with a sweet field goal percentage of 50.8% (80th), but strugglin' a bit from downtown, hittin' only 25% (317th) beyond the arc.
Michigan State totally crushed Niagara in their last game, winning 96-60 at home and beating the spread of -30 points. The game also went over the total of 144 points. The Spartans were on fire, shooting an impressive 52% from the field and outrebounding Niagara 43-18. Jaxon Kohler was the star of the show, scoring 20 points on 8-12 shooting and grabbing a whopping 13 rebounds. Plus, four other players hit double digits in scoring. What a game!
So, Jaden Akins is killing it this season for Michigan State, averaging 16.5 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game. And then we've got Jaxon Kohler putting up 12.5 points and snagging a team-high 10.5 rebounds per game. What do you think this team is capable of?
The Kansas Jayhawks Team Preview!
The Kansas Jayhawks are killing it this season! They're currently 2-0 and sharing the top spot in the Big 12 with 11 other teams. Last season, they had a tough time on the road, going 3-7. Offensively, they're on fire, scoring an average of 89.5 points per game. Defensively, they're not as strong, giving up 73 points per game. But hey, they've got some killer shooting percentages, hitting 53.5% from the field and 39.5% from downtown. Go Jayhawks!
So, Kansas just won a game at home against North Carolina with a score of 92-89. They didn't cover the -8-point spread, and the total points scored were over 160. The Jayhawks really stepped up their defense, limiting the Tar Heels to just 43% shooting from the field. They were super focused, only making 4 turnovers. On the offensive side, it was a team effort with five players scoring in double digits. Zeke Mayo was the top scorer with 21 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists. Hunter Dickinson also had a great game, scoring 20 points and grabbing a game-high 10 rebounds.
So, Zeke Mayo is the top scorer for Kansas this season, putting up 20 points and grabbing 4.5 rebounds per game. And then you've got Hunter Dickinson, who's also killing it with 18 points and 8 rebounds per game. Impressive, right?
Kansas Jayhawks vs Michigan State Spartans
Game Prediction!
The Pick: Kansas / MSU Over 150.5 -110
So, in the last 8 games, these two teams have been neck and neck - each winning 4, covering the spread 4 times, and hitting the over/under 4 times. Looking at the Kansas Jayhawks vs. Michigan State Spartans showdown, Kansas is favored by 5.5 points on the road. The teams seem evenly matched, but Kansas has faced some tougher opponents up to now. Both offenses are on fire, averaging 178 points per game, and shooting an impressive 50% from the field. I'm expecting an exciting game with lots of scoring, so I'm betting on the total points going over.
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