- Wisconsin is predicted to be a -16.5-point favorite against Montana.
- Montana has lost each of its last 12 games against AP-ranked opponents.
- One NCAAB betting system predicts the Wisconsin Badgers cover the spread.
On the heels of a defeat in the Big Ten championship, Wisconsin kicks off its NCAA Tournament campaign against Montana.
As a five-seed in the conference, Wisconsin produced a strong run in the conference tournament. Prior to a defeat against Michigan, the Badgers won five of its previous seven.
Montana earned an automatic bid as the winner of the Big Sky conference tournament. In their only game against ranked opposition this year, Montana fell 92-57 to Tennessee.
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Wisconsin vs. Montana Odds, March Madness
- Wisconsin Moneyline: -2000
- Montana Moneyline: +1000
- Game Spread: Wisconsin -16.5 (-115), Montana +16.5 (-105)
- Game Over/Under: 151.5 Points (-115/-105)
Wisconsin vs. Montana Prediction
Based on one historically profitable NCAAB betting system, the Wisconsin vs. Montana prediction for Thursday’s game is the Wisconsin Spread (-16.5, -115).
What gives the Badgers the historical profile of a team that covers a big number is their ability to convert from the charity stripe.
This season, Wisconsin is shooting 82.2% from the free throw line, the best in the NCAA Tournament.
Since 2006, teams shooting free throws at a rate of 77.2% or higher and close between -20 and +2 are 49-16-1 ATS (75.4%).
When those teams close between -20 and -7: 8-2-1 ATS.
Beyond that trend, there’s a case Montana struggles to cover the spread.
In addition to their 35-point loss against Tennessee, the Grizzlies played another contest against a power conference opponent.
That was Oregon on Nov. 8, a 79-48 defeat for Travis DeCuire’s side. As a result, bettors should consider the Badgers on Thursday as a big favorite.
Wisconsin vs. Montana: NCAAB Public Betting
| Team | Bets% (ATS) | Money% (ATS) | Bets% (ML) | Money% (ML) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montana | 64% | 62% | 92% | 94% |
| Wisconsin | 36% | 38% | 8% | 6% |
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