Michigan vs Minnesota Prediction 1/16/25 College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate a Michigan vs Minnesota prediction for this College Basketball game on Thursday, January 16th at Williams Arena in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Michigan Wolverines Betting Preview

The Michigan Wolverines are 13-3 (5-0) this year after they defeated Washington by a score of 91-75 in their last game. Michigan led 48-38 at halftime and added 43 more points in the second half for the win. The Wolverines shot 52.7% from the field, 37.9% on three-pointers, and 68.8% on free throws in the game. Vladislav Goldin led Michigan with 19 points and seven rebounds, while Nimari Burnett added 16 points and three assists in the game. 

Prior to that win, the Wolverines defeated UCLA by a score of 94-75 and USC by a score of 85-74. Michigan has won five games in a row and they are one of just two teams that are still undefeated in Big Ten play. Michigan has scored 85.1 points per game and they have allowed 68.1 points per game, while also averaging 38.9 rebounds and 18.1 assists per game this season. Vladislav Goldin is averaging 15.4 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game, while Tre Donaldson is averaging 12.6 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game this year. Michigan is shooting 51.9% from the field, 71.6% on free throws, and 37.8% on three-pointers this season. 

Minnesota Golden Gophers Betting Preview

The Minnesota Golden Gophers are 8-9 (0-6) this season after they lost to Maryland by a score of 77-71 in their last game. Minnesota led 35-32 at halftime, but they were outscored 45-36 in the second half for the loss. The Golden Gophers shot 41.5% from the field, 47.1% on three-pointers, and 82.6% on free throws in the game. Dawson Garcia led Minnesota with 21 points and seven rebounds, while Lu’Cye Patterson added 15 points and five rebounds in the loss. 

Prior to that game, the Golden Gophers lost to Wisconsin by a score of 80-59 and Ohio State by a score of 89-88. Minnesota has lost four games in a row and they are the only Big Ten team without a conference win. Minnesota has scored 68.4 points per game and they have allowed 68.1 points per game, while also averaging 34.4 rebounds and 15.4 assists per game this season. Dawson Garcia is averaging 18.6 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game, while Mike Mitchell Jr. is averaging 11.3 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game this year. Minnesota is shooting 44.2% from the field, 63.3% on free throws, and 32.3% on three-pointers this season. 

Why Michigan will beat Minnesota

• Minnesota has lost each of its last 14 night games against AP-ranked opponents.
• Michigan has won each of its last five games.
• Michigan has won the first half in each of its last eight games.

Michigan vs Minnesota Prediction 

Michigan rolls into this game currently undefeated in conference play, but they will be on the road for this game. The Wolverines are shooting nearly 52% from the field this year and they are scoring 85.1 points per game. Michigan has scored at least 85 points in five straight games, which helps cover up a below-average defense. Minnesota has lost four games in a row and they have scored 61 points or fewer in two of their last four. The Golden Gophers are shooting just 44.2% from the field and they are scoring 68.4 points per game this season. Minnesota has allowed 77+ points in four straight games and they are going to have a ton of trouble stopping Michigan here. Take the Wolverines to run away with this game. 

David Racey's Pick: Michigan -10.5