The Indiana Hoosiers and Ohio State Buckeyes are set to face off in a crucial NCAA Tournament bubble matchup on Saturday. Both teams are fighting for a spot in the tournament and the winner of this game will secure the No. 9 seed for the conference tournament. Indiana is coming off a three-game winning streak before falling to Oregon, while Ohio State recently defeated USC and Nebraska with strong offensive performances. Indiana is listed as a 2.5-point favorite in the latest odds, with an over/under of 147.5. The game will tip off at 3:45 p.m. ET on CBS and Paramount+.
The Buckeyes are led by Bruce Thornton, who is averaging 17.8 points per game, and they have a strong chance to keep their tournament hopes alive with a win over Indiana. On the other side, the Hoosiers will be looking to bounce back from their recent loss and secure a sweep over Ohio State after beating them in overtime earlier this season.
For fans looking to watch the game, Paramount+ is offering a free seven-day trial. The model predicts the game to go over 147.5 points, and also favors Ohio State to cover the 2.5-point spread. With both teams fighting for their tournament lives, this game is sure to be a high-stakes showdown with plenty on the line.
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