Wisconsin vs UCF Prediction College Basketball Picks 11/22/24

In this article, we will formulate a Wisconsin vs UCF prediction for this College Basketball game on Friday, November 22nd at Colonial Hall in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Wisconsin Badgers Betting Preview

The Wisconsin Badgers are 5-0 this year after they defeated UT Rio Grande Valley by a score of 87-84 in their last game. Wisconsin trailed 52-48 at halftime, but they did hold them to only 32 points in the second half for the win. The Badgers shot 49.1% from the field, 40% on three-pointers, and 84.4% on free throws in the game. John Blackwell led Wisconsin with 30 points and seven rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, the Badgers defeated Arizona by a score of 103-88 and Appalachian State by a score of 87-56. Wisconsin has scored 88.2 points per game and they have allowed 71.2 points per game, while also averaging 34.6 rebounds and 14.8 assists per game this season. John Tonje is averaging 22.6 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 1.6 assists per game, while Wisconsin is shooting 47.7% from the field, 88.6% on free throws, and 39.1% on three-pointers this year. 

UCF Knights Betting Preview

The UCF Knights are 4-0 this season after they defeated Tennessee Tech by a score of 80-69 in their last game. UCF led 47-32 at the half and they were able to get the win, despite being outscored in the second half. The Knights shot 42.9% from the field, 39.1% on three-pointers, and 73.3% on free throws in the game. Keyshawn Hall led UCF with 20 points and eight rebounds in the victory. 

Prior to that win, the Knights defeated FAU, PFW, and Texas A&M to open the season. UCF has scored 79.8 points per game and they have allowed 73 points per game, while also averaging 41.3 rebounds and 15.3 assists per game this season. Jordan Ivy-Curry is averaging 17.8 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game, while UCF is shooting 43.7% from the field, 78.2% on free throws, and 33% on three-pointers this year. 

Why Wisconsin will beat UCF

• Wisconsin has won seven of its last eight games against non-conference opponents.
• UCF has lost 16 of its last 20 games against AP-ranked opponents.
• UCF has lost the first half in 22 of its last 29 games against AP-ranked opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Each of Wisconsin’s last 23 games against non-AP-ranked opponents at a neutral venue has produced a total of 149 or fewer points.
• Twelve of UCF’s last 13 day games at a neutral venue have produced a total of 147 or fewer points.

Wisconsin vs UCF Prediction 

Wisconsin comes into this matchup ranked #19 in the country and they are undefeated, but they will be at a neutral site for this game. The Badgers barely escaped against UT Rio Grande Valley in their last game, but pulled off a great win against Arizona prior to that. UCF has won four games in a row to start the season, but they are only shooting 43.7% from the field. I think Wisconsin’s offense is in a much better place heading into this game and that will be the difference. Take the Badgers to pull away. 

David Racey's Pick: Wisconsin -3.5