On Tuesday, December 9, 2025, the Illinois Fighting Illini will take on the Ohio State Buckeyes at Value City Arena in Columbus, OH. This Big Ten conference game is set to begin at 7:30 PM ET and will be televised on PEAC. The Illinois Fighting Illini, ranked #13, are favored with a spread of -4.5, while the Ohio State Buckeyes are the underdogs with a spread of +4.5.

Illinois vs. Ohio State Betting Prediction

• Spread Prediction: Ohio State +4.5 (-115). Ohio State is strong at home with a 6-0 record. They have also covered the spread as an underdog this season.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 157.5 (-109). Illinois has hit the under in their last five games, and both teams have solid defenses.

Team Trends

• The Illinois Fighting Illini are favored by 4.5 points against the Ohio State Buckeyes.
• Illinois has a strong record as a favorite, winning 6 out of 7 games straight up.
• Ohio State has been successful as an underdog, winning their only game in that role this season.
• The total points line is set at 157.5, with the under having a slight edge in odds.
• Illinois has struggled with the over/under, hitting the over in only 2 of their last 9 games.

Illinois vs Ohio State Preview

The Illinois Fighting Illini, ranked #13, will play against the Ohio State Buckeyes on Tuesday. The game will be held at Value City Arena in Columbus, OH, and starts at 7:30 PM ET. Illinois comes in with a 7-2 record, having recently won against the Tennessee Volunteers with a score of 75-62. Key players like Keaton Wagler and Tomislav Ivisic have been contributing well for Illinois.

Ohio State holds a 7-1 record this season and is strong at home with a 6-0 record. In their last game, they won against Northwestern Wildcats by a score of 86-82. Players like Bruce Thornton and Brandon Noel have been performing well for the Buckeyes. The game will be shown on PEAC, and Illinois is favored with a spread of -4.5.

Ohio State Buckeyes Ready for Big Ten Challenge

The Ohio State Buckeyes hold a strong record this season. They have won 7 of their 8 games. At home, they are undefeated with a 6-0 record. In their recent game against Northwestern, Ohio State scored 86 points. Brandon Noel was a standout with 29 points. Bruce Thornton also contributed with 17 points and 10 assists. Offensively, the Buckeyes are averaging 88.4 points per game. They have a high field goal percentage of 53.0%. Their 3-point shooting is solid, making 36.9% of their attempts.

Illinois Fighting Illini Aim to Extend Winning Streak

The Illinois Fighting Illini have a 7-2 record this season. They are ranked 13th in the AP poll. Their away record stands at 1-1, showing they can compete on the road. In their last game against Tennessee, Illinois won 75-62. Keaton Wagler and Tomislav Ivisic both scored 16 points. Kylan Boswell added 15 points to help secure the win. Illinois averages 88.7 points per game. They are strong in rebounding, grabbing 43.1 rebounds per game. Their field goal percentage is 48.1%, making them efficient shooters.

Final Betting Pick

Ohio State is a strong pick at +4.5. They have a perfect 6-0 home record this season. This shows they play well at home. Ohio State has also covered the spread as an underdog before. This makes them a reliable choice against Illinois.

The under 157.5 is a good choice because Illinois has hit the under in their last five games. Both teams have strong defenses. Illinois allows few steals and blocks. Ohio State also limits their opponents’ scoring chances. This suggests a lower-scoring game is likely.

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