Ohio State at Rutgers 1/9/19 - College Basketball Picks & Predictions

Last Updated: 08/21/2019 at 11:20 AM ET

Ohio State at Rutgers 1/9/19 - College Basketball Picks & Predictions

The No. 16 ranked Ohio State Buckeyes visit Rutgers Athletic Center in Piscataway, New Jersey on Wednesday for a Big Ten showdown with the Rutgers Scarlet Knights. Ohio State fell to 12-2 on the season following its 86-77 loss to Michigan State on Saturday. The Buckeyes were within six during the final minute but could get no closer. Kaleb Wesson led the Buckeyes with 25 points.

Eugene Omoruyi is the leading scorer and leading rebounder for Rutgers with averages of 15.7 points and 8.0 rebounds per game. Geo Baker is second in scoring and first in assists with averages of 13.1 points and 4.8 assists per game. Rutgers is shooting 40.7% from the field and 31.1% from 3-point territory.

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Ohio State is the more talented team in this matchup. The Buckeyes have covered the number in 5 of their last 7 following three or more consecutive home games. Rutgers has failed to cover the number in each of its last 5 at home and 4 of its last 5 overall. Final Score Prediction, Ohio State Buckeyes win and cover ATS 71-63.