Washington vs Northwestern Prediction, Odds & Best Bets Today – NCAAB, Jan. 31

Northwestern head coach Chris Collins coaches against Rutgers during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Sunday, March 5, 2023 in Piscataway, N.J. Northwestern won 65-53. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray)
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  • Northwestern is a -1.5 point favorite vs Washington
  • Total (Over/Under): 145.5 points
  • Washington / Northwestern TV channel: BTN

The Washington Huskies visit Welsh-Ryan Arena to take on the Northwestern Wildcats on Jan. 31. Tip off is scheduled for 8:00 pm in Evanston, IL.

Northwestern is the betting favorite in this game, with the spread sitting at -1.5 (-115).

The Washington vs. Northwestern Over/Under is 145.5 total points.

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Washington vs. Northwestern Odds, Spread, Over/Under

Washington vs Northwestern Prediction for Today:

The winning team model predicts Northwestern will win this college basketball game with 60.6% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, key player performances and recent matchups.

Washington vs Northwestern Spread Prediction:

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the spread model predicts Northwestern will cover the spread with 54.8% confidence for today’s game.


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  • Washington have covered the Spread in 18 of their last 32 games (+2.55 Units / 7% ROI)
  • Washington has hit the 1H Game Total Over in 9 of their last 15 away games (+2.00 Units / 11% ROI)
  • Washington has hit the Game Total Over in 17 of their last 32 games (+0.55 Units / 2% ROI)
  • Northwestern has hit the 1H Moneyline in 21 of their last 33 games (+14.05 Units / 2% ROI)
  • Northwestern has hit the Team Total Over in 20 of their last 33 games (+5.05 Units / 13% ROI)
  • Northwestern have covered the 1H Spread in 10 of their last 18 games at home (+3.20 Units / 16% ROI)
  • Northwestern has hit the Game Total Over in 18 of their last 33 games (+1.30 Units / 4% ROI)
  • Northwestern has hit the Moneyline in 10 of their last 18 games at home (+0.45 Units / 0% ROI)

Washington Basketball Against the Spread Record (ATS)

Washington has a 13-8 record against the spread this college basketball season (+4.15 Units / 17.93% ROI).

  • 11-10 when betting on the Moneyline for -0.75 Units / -0.08% ROI
  • 8-13 when betting the Over for -6.3 Units / -27.27% ROI
  • 13-8 when betting the Under for +4.2 Units / 18.18% ROI

Northwestern Basketball Against the Spread Record (ATS)

Northwestern has a 9-12 record against the spread this college basketball season (-4.05 Units / -17.65% ROI).

  • 10-11 when betting on the Moneyline for -2 Units / -0.18% ROI
  • 11-10 when betting the Over for +0 Units / 0% ROI
  • 10-11 when betting the Under for -2.1 Units / -9.09% ROI

Washington Offensive Stats & Trends:

Washington averaged 79.2 points per game (2,377 points/30 games) last season — tied for 40th best among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 73.6

Washington has averaged 1.25 points per shot (1,565 points/1,250 shots) this season — tied for lowest among Big 10 Teams; League Avg: 1.35

Washington has averaged 1.31 points per shot (3,820 points/2,915 shots) at home since the start of the 2023-24 season — tied for 2nd lowest among Big 10 Teams; League Avg: 1.35

Washington averaged 34% free throw attempts for every field goal attempt (284 free throw attempts/831 field goal attempts) last season — 5th lowest among Pac 12 Teams; League Avg: 35%

Northwestern Offensive Stats & Trends:

Northwestern has an assist to turnover ratio of 2.1 (366 assists/ 171 TOs) this season — 2nd best among Power Conference teams; League Avg: 1.4

Northwestern has an assist to turnover ratio of 2.1 (366 assists/ 171 TOs) this season — 2nd best among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 1.2

Northwestern has averaged 8.2 turnovers per game (403 turnovers/49 games) at home since the start of the 2023-24 season — best among Big 10 Teams; League Avg: 10.7

Northwestern has averaged 8.6 turnovers per game (171 turnovers/20 games) this season — tied for best among Power Conference teams; League Avg: 11.0

Washington Defensive Stats & Trends:

Washington allowed opponents to shoot 26% from three (39/148) in the second half last season — best among Pac 12 Teams; League Avg: 33%

Washington has forced 8.4 turnovers per game (101 turnovers/12 games) this season — 3rd lowest among Power Conference defenses; League Avg: 11.0

Washington has allowed an average of 1.20 points per shot (2,929 points/2,450 shots) in the first half since the start of the 2023-24 season — highest among Big 10 Teams; League Avg: 1.14

Washington allowed an average of 1.20 points per shot (475 points/397 shots) in the second half last season — tied for 2nd best among Pac 12 Teams; League Avg: 1.25

Northwestern Defensive Stats & Trends:

Northwestern has allowed opponents to shoot 30% from three (229/763) on the road since the start of the 2023-24 season — best among Big 10 Teams; League Avg: 34%

Northwestern averaged 23.0 defensive rebounds per game (736 rebounds/32 games) last season — 5th lowest among Power Conference teams; League Avg: 25.7

Northwestern has averaged 5.4 steals per game (107 steals/20 games) this season — tied for 2nd lowest among Big 10 Teams; League Avg: 6.0

Northwestern forced 12.5 turnovers per game (400 turnovers/32 games) last season — 4th best among Big 10 Teams; League Avg: 11.6


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