Michigan Wolverines vs Ohio State Buckeyes NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 2/8

The Michigan Wolverines are set to play against the Ohio State Buckeyes on Sunday, February 8, 2026. The game will take place at Value City Arena in Columbus, Ohio. This Big Ten conference game will be broadcasted on CBS at 1:00 PM ET.

Michigan comes into the game with a strong record of 21-1, making them the favored team. Ohio State holds a record of 15-7 and will be looking to challenge their rivals on home court. The spread is set at -9.5 for Michigan, indicating they are the favorites. The over/under for the game is at 159.5 points.

Michigan Wolverines vs Ohio State Buckeyes Game Day Info

  • Sport: College Basketball
  • Teams: Michigan Wolverines vs Ohio State Buckeyes
  • Venue: Value City Arena, Columbus OH
  • Date: Sunday, February 8, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Michigan Spread -9.5 (-112), Ohio State Spread +9.5 (-112), Michigan MoneyLine -425, Ohio State MoneyLine +312, Over 159.5 (-115), Under 159.5 (-111)

Michigan Wolverines Team Preview

The Michigan Wolverines have had a strong season so far, with a record of 21-1. They rank second in the AP poll and are part of the Big Ten Conference. On the road, the Wolverines have a perfect record of 9-0, showing their ability to perform away from home.

Offensively, Michigan scores an average of 91.4 points per game, ranking seventh nationally. Their field goal percentage is 51.6%, placing them sixth in the country. The team also averages 19.2 assists per game, which is eleventh overall, indicating good ball movement and teamwork.

In recent games, key players have made significant contributions. Nimari Burnett scored 31 points against Penn State, while Yaxel Lendeborg had 26 points and 12 rebounds against Michigan State. Aday Mara has been effective as well, shooting 100% from the field in two of the last three games.

Ohio State Buckeyes Team Preview

The Ohio State Buckeyes have a strong season record of 15-7. At home, they are 11-3, showing they play well on their own court. Their recent performance includes a big win against Maryland, where they scored 82 points.

Offensively, Ohio State scores 82.2 points per game. Their field goal percentage is 49.4, ranking 24th. They have a high 2-point percentage of 59.6, which is 18th in the nation.

Bruce Thornton leads the team with 19.4 points per game. John Mobley Jr. and Devin Royal also contribute with averages of 15.7 and 13.7 points per game, respectively. This trio is key to their offensive strength.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread, Michigan is favored by 9.5 points. With Michigan scoring 91.4 points per game and having a strong field goal percentage, they are likely to cover the spread. Ohio State scores 82.2 points per game, which may not be enough to keep the game within 9.5 points. Therefore, the pick is Michigan -9.5.

The total for the game is set at 159.5 points. Michigan’s high scoring offense, combined with Ohio State’s 82.2 points per game, suggests a high-scoring game. However, Ohio State’s slower pace with 66.5 possessions per game may limit the total points. The recommendation is to take the under 159.5.