Illinois vs Michigan Basketball Odds

The Fighting Illini will play the Wolverines on Thursday, January 18th, 2024. Your timezone's tip off time is 8:30 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 Michigan are set to hit the hardwood on Thursday, January 18th, 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 97.67 conference power ranking, while the SportsBetting3.com conference power ranking for Michigan is 94.67.
  • Away Illinois - Illinois starts this game with a 1-2 record as an away team, ranking them 2nd in the Big Ten Conference for away team wins.
  • Home Michigan - Michigan meets Illinois boasting a 4-4 record as a home team. They currently rank 4th in the Big Ten Conference for home team wins.
  • Conference Win Percentage - Illinois currently ranks 3rd (0.600) in the Big Ten Conference, with Michigan now standing 7th (0.333) 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 Michigan, matching up with a 0.412 overall win percentage.
  • Team Records - Illinois currently possesses 12-4 regular season overall record. Meanwhile, Michigan has tallied a 7-10 standing as the 2023-24 college basketball season continues to unfold.

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Attention, attention! Gather 'round, ye wizards and witches of the hardwood court! On Thursday, January 18th, 2024, an enchanting battle is set to unfold as the Illinois Illini take on the Michigan Wolverines. Illinois, with a 12-4 overall standing, shall venture forth as the daring away team, while Michigan, with a 7-10 overall standing, shall defend their home turf.

In this mystical realm of college basketball, conference records hold the power to determine conference tournament seeds. Hear ye, hear ye! Illinois boasts a commendable 3-2 Big Ten Conference standing, aiming to ascend higher in the rankings. Meanwhile, our valiant host, Michigan, must seek redemption with their 2-4 Big Ten Conference standing.

Beware, dear spectators! Illinois arrives with a recent loss, their streak of victories halted. On the other hand, Michigan emerges victorious from their last encounter, riding a wave of triumph. The clash shall be fierce, as both teams strive to shape their destinies in the realm of college basketball.

Now, fellow wizards and witches, 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. Fear not, for we've also listed each team's futures odds and current standings below. Let the magic of the game unfold before your very eyes, and may the best team emerge victorious on this mystical night!

Best Fighting Illini at Wolverines Odds


Best Point Spread Betting Odds
Underdog

Michigan
Favorite

Illinois
Illinois has a -2.5 -110 point spread at BetMGM OH. They are the point spread favorite in this matchup. Michigan has a +2.5 -110 point spread at BetMGM OH. Michigan 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 152.5 points. Risk $110 to win $100. BetMGM has the best under line of 152.5 points. Risk $110 to win $100. Our tutorial explains more about total bets.

Best Moneyline Betting Odds
Underdog

Michigan
Favorite

Illinois
Illinois is the -145 moneyline favorite. Risk $145 to win $100 on Illinois at BetMGM. Michigan is the +120 underdog at BetMGM. Risk $100 to win $120 on Michigan. Learn more about how to bet on money lines.

Matchup Odds FAQs

What is the point spread for the Illinois vs Michigan College Basketball game on Thursday, January 18th, 2024?

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

What is the over-under total line for the Illinois vs Michigan College Basketball game on Thursday, January 18th, 2024?

The best over line is 152.5 -110 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 152.5 -110 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.

What is the moneyline for the Illinois vs Michigan College Basketball game on Thursday, January 18th, 2024?

Illinois is a -145 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and Michigan is a +120 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.

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College Basketball Odds and Outcomes Explained

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Underdog Michigan - Michigan bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.

A +2.5 Michigan 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 Michigan Prop Bets

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College Basketball Prop Bets
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First to 15 Points
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Team Standings

2023-2024 College Basketball Regular Season Standings - Illinois, Michigan
Team W-L Win% Home Away Conf CGB Conf% Strk
#6 Illinois29-90.76315-36-514-6+30.700L1
Michigan8-240.2505-102-93-17+140.150L9

Illinois & Michigan 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

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

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Illinois & Michigan Team Pages

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How to Bet on the Game

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How to Bet on the Illinois vs Michigan 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 Thursday, January 18th, 2024 at 8:30 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 Michigan Game.

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