Wisconsin Badgers vs BYU Cougars NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/21
The Wisconsin Badgers, ranked #23, will take on the #9 BYU Cougars in a non-conference game on Friday, November 21, 2025. The game will be held at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. Wisconsin enters this matchup as the underdog with a spread of +5.5, while BYU is favored with a spread of -5.5.
The Badgers have had a strong start to their season, holding a 4-0 record. All of their wins have come at home. On the other hand, the Cougars have a 3-1 record, with all games played at home. This game will be televised on PEAC, adding to the excitement as both teams aim to maintain their strong performances.
Wisconsin Badgers vs BYU Cougars Game Day Info
- Sport: College Basketball
- Teams: #23 Wisconsin Badgers vs #9 BYU Cougars
- Venue: Delta Center, Salt Lake City UT
- Date: Friday, November 21, 2025 at 4:00 PM ET
- Betting Odds: BYU Cougars -5.5 (-114), Wisconsin Badgers +5.5 (-109)
Wisconsin Badgers Team Preview
The Wisconsin Badgers are off to a strong start this season. They have a 4-0 record, winning each game with a solid margin. Their offense is producing an average of 93.2 points per game, ranking them 32nd in the nation.
Nick Boyd is leading the team with an average of 20 points per game. John Blackwell is close behind, scoring 19.5 points per game. These players have contributed significantly to the Badgers’ success so far.
In recent games, Wisconsin won against SIUE Cougars, Ball State Cardinals, and Northern Illinois Huskies. They won these games by at least 25 points each. Their effective shooting and strong team play have been key factors in these wins.
BYU Cougars Team Preview
The BYU Cougars have had a strong start to the season with a 3-1 record. They are currently ranked #9 in the AP poll and play in the Big 12 Conference. The Cougars have played all their games at home, winning three of them.
In their recent games, BYU scored an average of 89 points. Their shooting has been consistent, with a field goal percentage of 48.8%. The team has been effective in two-point shots, making nearly 60% of their attempts.
Key players like AJ Dybantsa and Richie Saunders have been leading the team. Dybantsa averages over 20 points per game, while Saunders adds nearly 19.5 points. Robert O. Wright III has also contributed, averaging 17.8 points and 4 rebounds per game.
BTB Betting Pick
The game between Wisconsin and BYU has BYU favored by 5.5 points. Wisconsin scores 93.2 points per game, while BYU scores 84.5 points. Wisconsin’s strong offense, especially in 3-point shooting, makes them a good pick to cover the spread. The recommendation is to take Wisconsin +5.5.
The over/under for the game is set at 161.5 points. Wisconsin’s games average 93.2 points, and BYU’s games average 84.5 points. This totals to 177.7 points, suggesting a high-scoring game. The recommendation is to take the over 161.5.