The Nittany Lions will play the Wildcats on Sunday, February 11th, 2024. Your timezone's tip off time is 1:00 pm EST. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Moneyline Mage
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Pages
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
Looking into the second half of the 2023-24 college basketball season, Penn State and Northwestern are set to hit the hardwood on Sunday, February 11th, 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, Penn State currently has a 95.00 conference power ranking, while the SportsBetting3.com conference power ranking for Northwestern is 97.67.
- Away Penn State - Penn State starts this game with a 2-4 record as an away team, ranking them 3rd in the Big Ten Conference for away team wins.
- Home Northwestern - Northwestern meets Penn State boasting a 12-1 record as a home team. They currently rank 3rd in the Big Ten Conference for home team wins.
- Conference Win Percentage - Penn State currently ranks 7th (0.500) in the Big Ten Conference, with Northwestern now standing 4th (0.583) for their conference win percentage in the 2023 Big Ten Conference for the 2023-24 college basketball season.
- Overall Win Percentage - Penn State has a 0.522 overall win percentage, with Northwestern, matching up with a 0.696 overall win percentage.
- Team Records - Penn State currently possesses 12-11 regular season overall record. Meanwhile, Northwestern has tallied a 16-7 standing as the 2023-24 college basketball season continues to unfold.
Moneyline Mage
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Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the magical realm of college basketball! On Sunday, February 11th, 2024, prepare to witness a thrilling battle as the mighty Penn State Nittany Lions venture into the lair of the Northwestern Wildcats.
Penn State, with a 12-11 overall standing, is ready to cast their spells on the court. Meanwhile, Northwestern, boasting a 16-7 overall standing, aims to defend their home turf. The stakes are high as the college basketball conference records will determine the coveted conference tournament seeds.
In the Big Ten Conference, Penn State stands at 6-6, while Northwestern holds a 7-5 record. Penn State possesses a fiery momentum, having claimed victory in their last three games. On the other hand, Northwestern looks to build upon their recent triumph.
Review the tables below to find the best point spread, total, and moneylines for this enchanting clash. Remember, you can bet on college basketball legally at BetRivers, BetMGM, and BetWay. The thrill of the game is combined with the chance to embrace Lady Luck and maybe even seize a magical fortune.
For those who seek more insight, we've also listed each team's futures odds and current standings below. So gather your wands, summon your inner wizard, and immerse yourself in the mystical world of college basketball as Penn State battles Northwestern in this epic encounter.
Best Nittany Lions at Wildcats Odds
| Underdog Penn State | Favorite Northwestern |
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| Underdog Penn State | Favorite Northwestern |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
Northwestern is a -8.5 -105 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while Penn State is a +8.5 -115 point spread underdog at BetMGM.
The best over line is 145.5 -105 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $105 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 145.5 -115 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $115 to win $100 betting the under.
Northwestern is a -375 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and Penn State is a +290 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.
College Basketball Odds Example
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Penn State
Northwestern
2/11/24 1:00pm EST | +8.5 -115-8.5 -105 |
Underdog Penn State - Penn State bettors risk $100 to win $86.96 at -115 odds.
A +8.5 Penn State underdog bet wins if they lose by 8 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 9 or more.
Favorite Northwestern - Northwestern bettors risk $100 to win $95.24 at -105 odds.
A -8.5 Northwestern favorite bet wins if they win by 9 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 8 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
Penn State at Northwestern Prop Bets
Important Note: Some states expressly forbid individual college athlete prop bets. The following wagers may not be available depending on your particular state laws.
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Penn State
Northwestern
First to 5 Points
2/11/24 1:00pm EST | +110-155Bet |
Penn State
Northwestern
First to 10 Points
2/11/24 1:00pm EST | +120-165Bet |
Penn State
Northwestern
First to 15 Points
2/11/24 1:00pm EST | +135-190Bet |
Penn State
Northwestern
Game to Overtime
2/11/24 1:00pm EST | Yes +1300No -10000Bet |
Team Standings
| Team | W-L | Win% | Home | Away | Conf | CGB | Conf% | Strk |
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| Northwestern | 22-12 | 0.647 | 15-2 | 4-7 | 12-8 | +5 | 0.600 | L1 |
| Penn State | 16-17 | 0.485 | 12-4 | 2-8 | 9-11 | +8 | 0.450 | L1 |
Penn State & Northwestern 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.
Penn State Championship Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
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| Penn State | +25000 Bet |
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Team | BetMGM |
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| Northwestern | +35000 Bet |
Penn State & Northwestern 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 Penn State vs Northwestern College Basketball Game
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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 Sunday, February 11th, 2024 at 1:00 pm EST, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
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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.
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Tap to the sportsbook's College Basketball page, look for the Penn State vs Northwestern Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's College Basketball page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Penn State vs Northwestern Game.
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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.