Wisconsin vs UCF Picks and Prediction – 11/22/2024

The Wisconsin Badgers will face the UCF Knights on November 22, 2024, in the Greenbrier Tip-Off at White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia. Both teams bring perfect records into this matchup, with Wisconsin (5-0) riding a strong offensive wave and UCF (4-0) showcasing defensive grit in their early games. Get ready for the college basketball season with our college basketball picks.

Wisconsin has been led by John Blackwell, who recently erupted for 30 points against UT Rio Grande Valley. The Badgers average 88.2 points per game, driven by efficient three-point shooting and strong rebounding. Their defense has also held opponents to under 65 points per contest, creating a balanced and formidable team identity. Wisconsin has a variety of weapons and a solid chemistry right now. The Badgers may be one of the top teams in the Big Ten come tournament time.

UCF counters with guard Darius Johnson, averaging 14.5 points and 4.8 assists per game. The Knights have been excellent defensively, excelling at forcing turnovers. However, FAU was able to score 94 points on them, leaving us to wonder if their defense is actually good, or if they ahve had friendly matchups. Their ability to slow the pace and control the glass will be critical in this matchup against a high-scoring Wisconsin team.

This game will be a clash of Wisconsin’s offensive firepower against UCF’s defensive precision. Wisconsin’s depth and ability to dominate the boards will give them the edge. Additionally, we are still suspect of UCF’s defense, and the confident pick is to back the team we trust, the Badgers. Predicted score: Wisconsin wins 74-68.