Illinois vs Maryland Basketball Odds

The Fighting Illini will play the Terrapins on Saturday, February 17th, 2024. Your timezone's tip off time is 5:30 pm EST. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.

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Key Matchup Stats

Looking into the second half of the 2023-24 college basketball season, Illinois and Maryland are set to hit the hardwood on Saturday, February 17th, 2024. Luckily, we have some clear performance trends emerging now that each team has more than a dozen games under their belts. Use the following data to help analyze this matchup and to place an intelligent wager on its ultimate outcome.

  • SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - With the 2023-24 season in full stride, Illinois currently has a 98.33 conference power ranking, while the SportsBetting3.com conference power ranking for Maryland is 95.00.
  • Away Illinois - Illinois starts this game with a 3-4 record as an away team, ranking them 2nd in the Big Ten Conference for away team wins.
  • Home Maryland - Maryland meets Illinois boasting a 11-3 record as a home team. They currently rank 4th in the Big Ten Conference for home team wins.
  • Conference Win Percentage - Illinois currently ranks 2nd (0.692) in the Big Ten Conference, with Maryland now standing 7th (0.429) for their conference win percentage in the 2023 Big Ten Conference for the 2023-24 college basketball season.
  • Overall Win Percentage - Illinois has a 0.750 overall win percentage, with Maryland, matching up with a 0.560 overall win percentage.
  • Team Records - Illinois currently possesses 18-6 regular season overall record. Meanwhile, Maryland has tallied a 14-11 standing as the 2023-24 college basketball season continues to unfold.

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Ladies and gentlemen, gather 'round and witness a magical clash on the court! On Saturday, February 17th, 2024, the Illinois Illini, with their impressive 18-6 overall standing, will face off against the Maryland Terrapins, striving with a 14-11 overall record. Brace yourselves for a showdown like no other!

In the mystical realm of college basketball, conference records hold immense power. They determine the seeds for the conference tournament, making every match crucial. Illinois stands strong with a 9-4 Big Ten Conference standing, while Maryland fights valiantly at 6-8.

Illinois comes to this enchanting encounter with a victorious aura, having won their last game. But be warned, for Maryland carries the same triumphant energy, emerging victorious in their previous battle. The stakes couldn't be higher as these teams clash on the sacred hardwood.

Review the tables below to find the best point spread, total, and moneylines for this game. Remember, you can bet on college basketball legally at BetRivers, BetMGM, and BetWay. Enter the realm of sports wagering, where fortunes can be won or lost with a flick of a wand.

For those seeking enlightenment, we've also listed each team's futures odds and current standings below. Let the spirits guide you, as you make your choices and witness the magic unfold on Saturday.

Best Fighting Illini at Terrapins Odds


Best Point Spread Betting Odds
Underdog

Maryland
Favorite

Illinois
Illinois has a -2.5 -110 point spread at BetMGM OH. They are the point spread favorite in this matchup. Maryland has a +2.5 -110 point spread at BetMGM OH. Maryland is the point spread underdog. Review how to bet on a point spread with our text and video tutorials.

Best Total Betting Odds
OverUnder
BetMGM has the best over line of 138.5 points. Risk $105 to win $100. BetMGM has the best under line of 138.5 points. Risk $115 to win $100. Our tutorial explains more about total bets.

Best Moneyline Betting Odds
Underdog

Maryland
Favorite

Illinois
Illinois is the -150 moneyline favorite. Risk $150 to win $100 on Illinois at BetMGM. Maryland is the +125 underdog at BetMGM. Risk $100 to win $125 on Maryland. Learn more about how to bet on money lines.

Matchup Odds FAQs

What is the point spread for the Illinois vs Maryland College Basketball game on Saturday, February 17th, 2024?

Illinois is a -2.5 -110 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while Maryland is a +2.5 -110 point spread underdog at BetMGM.

What is the over-under total line for the Illinois vs Maryland College Basketball game on Saturday, February 17th, 2024?

The best over line is 138.5 -105 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $105 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 138.5 -115 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $115 to win $100 betting the under.

What is the moneyline for the Illinois vs Maryland College Basketball game on Saturday, February 17th, 2024?

Illinois is a -150 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and Maryland is a +125 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.

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College Basketball Odds and Outcomes Explained

Game
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Illinois
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2/17/24 5:30pm EST
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Underdog Maryland - Maryland bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.

A +2.5 Maryland underdog bet wins if they lose by 2 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 3 or more.

Favorite Illinois - Illinois bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.

A -2.5 Illinois favorite bet wins if they win by 3 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 2 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.

Illinois at Maryland Prop Bets

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College Basketball Prop Bets
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Illinois
Maryland
First to 5 Points
2/17/24 5:30pm EST
-125-110Bet
Illinois
Maryland
First to 10 Points
2/17/24 5:30pm EST
-135-105Bet
Illinois
Maryland
First to 15 Points
2/17/24 5:30pm EST
-135-105Bet
Illinois
Maryland
Game to Overtime
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Yes +1050No -10000Bet

Team Standings

2023-2024 College Basketball Regular Season Standings - Illinois, Maryland
Team W-L Win% Home Away Conf CGB Conf% Strk
#6 Illinois29-90.76315-36-514-6+30.700L1
Maryland16-170.48511-64-87-13+100.350L1

Illinois & Maryland Futures Odds

Latest College Basketball Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review March Madness odds for other teams and learn how to bet on the college basketball tournament. Also be sure to read Ron Halfback's Final Four write-up.

Illinois Championship Odds
2024-25 Illinois NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Odds

Team
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Illinois
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Maryland Championship Odds
2024-25 Maryland NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Odds

Team
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Maryland
+10000
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Illinois & Maryland Team Pages

Review each team's futures odds, betting bonuses, current standings and other valuable information on our exclusive team betting odds pages. Team betting odds and stats update throughout the season:

How to Bet on the Game

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How to Bet on the Illinois vs Maryland College Basketball Game

  1. Open a new sports betting account before game time.

    Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Saturday, February 17th, 2024 at 5:30 pm EST, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.

  2. Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.

  3. Tap to the sportsbook's College Basketball page, look for the Illinois vs Maryland Game.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's College Basketball page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Illinois vs Maryland Game.

  4. Choose your bet and place a wager.

    Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.

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