Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Michigan State Spartans predictions, Jan 02, 2026

Jan 02, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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Nebraska Cornhuskers

Michigan State Spartans

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In this highly anticipated NCAA College Basketball matchup, the Nebraska Cornhuskers will face off against the Michigan State Spartans at home on January 2, 2026. Both teams have been in impressive form recently, with the Cornhuskers winning all of their last 5 matches and the Spartans claiming victory in 4 of their last 5 games.

The bookmakers have slightly favored the Cornhuskers with odds of 1.79 for a home win, while the Spartans are not far behind at 1.98 for an away win. Our model prediction gives the Cornhuskers a 52.7% chance of securing the victory, leaving a 47.3% possibility for the Spartans to come out on top.

Both teams will be looking to capitalize on their recent successes and continue their winning streaks. The key to this matchup will likely come down to tactical strengths and executing game plans effectively on the court. It is sure to be a thrilling game with both teams hungry for the win. Consequently, the outcome of this game remains uncertain, and it is set to be a closely contested battle between two determined and skilled teams.

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Nebraska
54%		 Michigan State
46%

Outrights of NCAA College Basketball Michigan State: 1.66%

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Betting Odds

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betsson 1.75 1.98
WilliamHill 1.75 2.05
Pinnacle 1.7 1.97
Best for US Customers 1.7 2.1

Latest Results

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21.12.25 Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – North Dakota Fighting Hawks basketball – 78:55
13.12.25 Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – 80:83
10.12.25 Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – Wisconsin Badgers basketball – 90:60
07.12.25 Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – Creighton Blue Jays basketball – 71:50		 29.12.25 Michigan State Spartans basketball – Cornell Big Red basketball – 114:97
20.12.25 Michigan State Spartans basketball – Oakland Golden Grizzlies basketball – 79:70
16.12.25 Michigan State Spartans basketball – Toledo Rockets basketball – 92:69
13.12.25 Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – Michigan State Spartans basketball – 72:76
06.12.25 Michigan State Spartans basketball – Duke Blue Devils basketball – 60:66

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Nebraska won 1.
  • Nebraska is in fantastic form, winning most of its recent matches (last 5 games: 5 wins).
  • Michigan State is in very good shape now (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).
  • Michigan State may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Recently, the opponents have had a series of home games.
  • The probability of winning is almost the same for both teams in this match.
  • In the last 19 head-to-head matches, Nebraska won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 15 matches, and goals 1178:1373. (average 62:72.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Nebraska won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 554:612. (average 69.3:76.5).

    Latest Head To Head

    07.12.24 Michigan State Spartans basketball – Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – 89:52
    10.12.23 Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – Michigan State Spartans basketball – 77:70
    28.02.23 Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – Michigan State Spartans basketball – 67:80
    03.01.23 Michigan State Spartans basketball – Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – 74:56
    05.01.22 Michigan State Spartans basketball – Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – 79:67

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 5.25 (8.24%)

    2. Michigan Tech: 5.25 (8.24%)

    3. Arizona Wildcats: 9.5 (4.55%)

    4. Connecticut Huskies: 11 (3.93%)

    5. Duke Blue Devils: 12 (3.6%)

    6. Iowa State: 13 (3.33%)

    7. Purdue Boilermakers: 13 (3.33%)

    8. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 15 (2.88%)

    9. Houston Cougars: 16 (2.7%)

    10. Michigan State: 26 (1.66%)

    11. Florida Gators: 26 (1.66%)

    12. Louisville: 26 (1.66%)

    13. Illinois Fighting Illini: 26 (1.66%)

    14. Michigan State Spartans W: 26 (1.66%)

    15. Vanderbilt Commodores: 29 (1.49%)

    16. Brigham Young: 29 (1.49%)

    17. Kansas Jayhawks: 29 (1.49%)

    18. Kentucky Wildcats: 34 (1.27%)

    19. Tennessee Volunteers: 36 (1.2%)

    20. Alabama Crimson Tide: 36 (1.2%)

    21. North Carolina: 36 (1.2%)

    22. Arkansas Razorbacks: 41 (1.05%)

    23. Arkansas State: 41 (1.05%)

    24. Texas Tech: 46 (0.94%)

    25. St. Johns Red Storm: 50 (0.86%)

    26. St. Johns Sonics: 50 (0.86%)

    27. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 65 (0.67%)

    28. Virginia Cavaliers: 80 (0.54%)

    29. UCLA: 80 (0.54%)

    30. VCU Rams: 100 (0.43%)

    31. California Golden Bears: 100 (0.43%)

    32. Maryland Terrapins: 100 (0.43%)

    33. South Carolina Gamecocks: 100 (0.43%)

    34. Virginia Tech: 100 (0.43%)

    35. Boise State: 100 (0.43%)

    36. UC Irvine: 100 (0.43%)

    37. Marquette: 100 (0.43%)

    38. Villanova Wildcats: 100 (0.43%)

    39. LSU: 100 (0.43%)

    40. Ole Miss Rebels: 100 (0.43%)

    41. TCU: 100 (0.43%)

    42. Dayton Flyers: 100 (0.43%)

    43. Baylor Bears: 100 (0.43%)

    44. Indiana Hoosiers: 100 (0.43%)

    45. Colorado State: 100 (0.43%)

    46. High Point: 100 (0.43%)

    47. UCF Knights: 100 (0.43%)

    48. Wake Forest: 100 (0.43%)

    49. Wisconsin Badgers: 100 (0.43%)

    50. Memphis Tigers: 100 (0.43%)

    51. Pittsburgh Panthers: 100 (0.43%)

    52. Kansas State: 100 (0.43%)

    53. Clemson: 100 (0.43%)

    54. Iowa Hawkeyes: 100 (0.43%)

    55. Washington Huskies: 100 (0.43%)

    56. Colorado: 100 (0.43%)

    57. Utah Utes: 100 (0.43%)

    58. Northwestern Wildcats: 100 (0.43%)

    59. Drake Bulldogs: 100 (0.43%)

    60. Seton Hall Pirates: 100 (0.43%)

    61. West Virginia: 100 (0.43%)

    62. SMU Mustangs: 100 (0.43%)

    63. Ohio State Buckeyes: 100 (0.43%)

    64. Notre Dame: 100 (0.43%)

    65. Syracuse Orange: 100 (0.43%)

    66. New Mexico: 100 (0.43%)

    67. Auburn Tigers: 100 (0.43%)

    68. Butler Bulldogs: 100 (0.43%)

    69. UC San Diego: 100 (0.43%)

    70. San Diego State: 100 (0.43%)

    71. George Mason: 100 (0.43%)

    72. Xavier Musketeers: 100 (0.43%)

    73. St. Marys (CA): 100 (0.43%)

    74. Mississippi St.: 100 (0.43%)

    75. Missouri Tigers: 100 (0.43%)

    76. McNeese State: 100 (0.43%)

    77. Utah State: 100 (0.43%)

    78. Creighton: 100 (0.43%)

    79. Miami (FL): 100 (0.43%)

    80. Texas Longhorns: 100 (0.43%)

    81. Cincinnati Bearcats: 100 (0.43%)

    82. Georgia Tech: 100 (0.43%)

    83. Oklahoma Sooners: 100 (0.43%)

    84. DePaul Blue Demons: 100 (0.43%)

    85. Stanford Cardinal: 100 (0.43%)

    86. Providence Friars: 100 (0.43%)

    87. Oklahoma State: 100 (0.43%)

    88. Santa Clara: 100 (0.43%)

    89. Georgia Bulldogs: 100 (0.43%)

    90. Arizona State: 100 (0.43%)

    91. Texas A&M: 100 (0.43%)

    92. Penn State: 100 (0.43%)

    93. Yale: 100 (0.43%)

    94. Oregon Ducks: 100 (0.43%)

    95. St. Louis Billikens: 100 (0.43%)

    96. Georgetown: 100 (0.43%)

    97. USC Trojans: 100 (0.43%)

    98. Troy: 100 (0.43%)

    99. Akron Zips: 100 (0.43%)

    100. NC State: 100 (0.43%)

    101. Saint Marys: 100 (0.43%)

    102. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 100 (0.43%)

    103. Florida State: 100 (0.43%)

    104. Boston College: 100 (0.43%)

    105. Saint-Louis: 100 (0.43%)

    106. California Maritime: 100 (0.43%)

    107. Grand Canyon: 100 (0.43%)

    108. Georgetown Hoyas W: 100 (0.43%)

    109. Miami Hurricanes W: 100 (0.43%)

    110. UC San Diego Tritons W: 100 (0.43%)

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