Maryland vs. Ohio State Prediction and Odds (Lay the Points with the Buckeyes)
The Maryland Terrapins hit the road to take on the Ohio State Buckeyes in a game between two teams looking to get back in the win column.
Maryland has lost two-straight games to Indiana and Michigan State, while Ohio State tries to bounce back after a loss to Purdue on January 30th.
This serves as the first of two meetings between these two teams this season. Let's take a look at the odds for this Big Ten matchup via WynnBET Sportsbook.
Maryland vs. Ohio State Odds, Spread, and Total
Spread:
- Maryland +9.5 (-110)
- Ohio State -9.5 (-110)
Moneyline:
- Maryland +335
- Ohio State -435
Total:
- 138 (Over -110/Under -110)
Maryland vs. Ohio State Betting Trends
- The UNDER is 4-2 in Maryland's last six games.
- Maryland is 7-3 ATS in its last 10 games vs. Ohio State.
- Maryland is 6-3 ATS in its last nine games as an underdog.
- The OVER is 12-5 in Ohio State's last 17 games.
- Ohio State is 11-5 ATS in its last 16 games played in February.
Maryland vs. Ohio State Prediction and Pick
Both teams are comparable when it comes to play on their own side of the court. Ohio State ranks 176th in defensive efficiency, and Maryland ranks 160th. Where the difference lies in this matchup, is on offense.
Ohio State ranks 14th in the country in effective field goal percentage, while Maryland ranks 250th. Furthermore, the Buckeyes rank 21st in offensive efficiency and the Terps rank 159th.
Is the difference in offensive numbers worth a 9.5-point spread? I think so, especially considering this will be a home game for Ohio State. They own a +15 average scoring margin on their home court, and their shooting percentage is 5.3% higher compared to on the road.
I'll lay the points with the Buckeyes today.
PICK: Ohio State -9.5
Iain's college basketball betting record this season is 58-51-1 (+3.84 units). You can see his detailed 2022 betting record here.