Ohio State Buckeyes vs Penn State Nittany Lions predictions, Jan 26, 2026

Jan 26, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

NCAA College Basketball, on Monday,

Ohio State Buckeyes

Penn State Nittany Lions

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In this upcoming NCAA College Basketball match, the Ohio State Buckeyes are set to take on the Penn State Nittany Lions at home. The Buckeyes have been in decent form recently, winning 3 of their last 5 matches. On the other hand, the Nittany Lions have struggled, failing to secure a win in their last 5 games.

When looking at the bookmakers’ odds, it is clear that Ohio State is considered the favorite with odds of 1.08 at home, while Penn State stands at 7.1 as the away team. The predicted final score based on these odds is 84:70 in favor of the Buckeyes.

In terms of tactical strengths, Ohio State has shown efficiency on both ends of the court, with strong defense and an ability to score consistently. However, Penn State will be looking to turn their recent poor form around and could potentially cause an upset if they are able to capitalize on any weaknesses in the Buckeyes’ game.

Overall, it is likely to be an intriguing matchup between these two teams, and anything can happen in college basketball.

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Ohio State
86.8%		 Penn State
13.2%

Prediction (the most likely score): 84:70

Outrights of NCAA College Basketball Penn State: 0.49%

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Betting Odds

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betsson 1.06 7.5
MarathonBet 1.08 7
WilliamHill 1.06 8.5
Pinnacle 1.10 5.26
Best for US Customers 1.1 6.33

Latest Results

23.01.26 Michigan Wolverines basketball – Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – 74:62
20.01.26 Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – Minnesota Golden Gophers basketball – 82:74 OT
17.01.26 Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – UCLA Bruins basketball – 86:74
11.01.26 Washington Huskies basketball – Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – 81:74
08.01.26 Oregon Ducks basketball – Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – 62:72		 22.01.26 Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – Wisconsin Badgers basketball – 71:98
18.01.26 Maryland Terrapins basketball – Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – 96:73
14.01.26 Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – UCLA Bruins basketball – 60:71
10.01.26 Purdue Boilermakers basketball – Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – 93:85
06.01.26 Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – Michigan Wolverines basketball – 72:74

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Ohio State won 2.
  • In recent matches, Ohio State has shown inconsistent form (last 5 games: 3 wins).
  • Penn State has been on a rough run of results (in the last 5 games, wins – 0).
  • Ohio State may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, Ohio State is the clear favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Ohio State won 13 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 1520:1418. (average 76:70.9).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Ohio State won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 909:819. (average 75.8:68.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    30.01.25 Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – 64:83
    20.01.24 Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – 79:67
    09.12.23 Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – 83:80
    23.02.23 Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – 71:75
    10.03.22 Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – 68:71

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 5 (9.75%)

    2. Michigan Tech: 5 (9.75%)

    3. Arizona Wildcats: 6.3 (7.74%)

    4. Connecticut Huskies: 11.6 (4.2%)

    5. Houston Cougars: 12 (4.06%)

    6. Duke Blue Devils: 12.8 (3.81%)

    7. Purdue Boilermakers: 13 (3.75%)

    8. Iowa State: 15.4 (3.17%)

    9. Florida Gators: 17.4 (2.8%)

    10. Illinois Fighting Illini: 19.4 (2.51%)

    11. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 20 (2.44%)

    12. Brigham Young: 26 (1.88%)

    13. Kansas Jayhawks: 31 (1.57%)

    14. Michigan State: 33.25 (1.47%)

    15. Texas Tech: 34 (1.43%)

    16. Michigan State Spartans W: 34 (1.43%)

    17. Vanderbilt Commodores: 34.4 (1.42%)

    18. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 40 (1.22%)

    19. Alabama Crimson Tide: 41 (1.19%)

    20. Arkansas State: 41 (1.19%)

    21. Arkansas Razorbacks: 46 (1.06%)

    22. Virginia Cavaliers: 47 (1.04%)

    23. St. Johns Sonics: 50 (0.98%)

    24. Louisville: 58.2 (0.84%)

    25. St. Johns Red Storm: 60.25 (0.81%)

    26. North Carolina: 64.2 (0.76%)

    27. Kentucky Wildcats: 68.2 (0.72%)

    28. Tennessee Volunteers: 76.2 (0.64%)

    29. VCU Rams: 100 (0.49%)

    30. Boise State: 100 (0.49%)

    31. UC Irvine: 100 (0.49%)

    32. Dayton Flyers: 100 (0.49%)

    33. High Point: 100 (0.49%)

    34. UC San Diego: 100 (0.49%)

    35. George Mason: 100 (0.49%)

    36. St. Marys (CA): 100 (0.49%)

    37. McNeese State: 100 (0.49%)

    38. Utah State: 100 (0.49%)

    39. Penn State: 100 (0.49%)

    40. Yale: 100 (0.49%)

    41. Georgetown: 100 (0.49%)

    42. Murray State: 100 (0.49%)

    43. Troy: 100 (0.49%)

    44. Akron Zips: 100 (0.49%)

    45. Saint Marys: 100 (0.49%)

    46. Boston College: 100 (0.49%)

    47. Saint-Louis: 100 (0.49%)

    48. California Maritime: 100 (0.49%)

    49. Georgetown Hoyas W: 100 (0.49%)

    50. Miami Hurricanes W: 100 (0.49%)

    51. UC San Diego Tritons W: 100 (0.49%)

    52. Clemson: 105.2 (0.46%)

    53. Iowa Hawkeyes: 105.2 (0.46%)

    54. Auburn Tigers: 115.2 (0.42%)

    55. Georgia Bulldogs: 115.2 (0.42%)

    56. Wisconsin Badgers: 120.2 (0.41%)

    57. SMU Mustangs: 120.2 (0.41%)

    58. UCLA: 120.2 (0.41%)

    59. NC State: 120.2 (0.41%)

    60. St. Louis Billikens: 125.25 (0.39%)

    61. Villanova Wildcats: 130.2 (0.37%)

    62. Indiana Hoosiers: 130.2 (0.37%)

    63. Texas Longhorns: 130.2 (0.37%)

    64. Texas A&M: 130.2 (0.37%)

    65. Miami (FL): 137.75 (0.35%)

    66. Baylor Bears: 150.2 (0.32%)

    67. UCF Knights: 150.2 (0.32%)

    68. Seton Hall Pirates: 150.2 (0.32%)

    69. Ohio State Buckeyes: 150.2 (0.32%)

    70. San Diego State: 150.2 (0.32%)

    71. Missouri Tigers: 150.2 (0.32%)

    72. USC Trojans: 150.2 (0.32%)

    73. Virginia Tech: 180.2 (0.27%)

    74. TCU: 180.2 (0.27%)

    75. Creighton: 180.2 (0.27%)

    76. Oklahoma Sooners: 180.2 (0.27%)

    77. Stanford Cardinal: 180.2 (0.27%)

    78. Oklahoma State: 180.2 (0.27%)

    79. LSU: 230.2 (0.21%)

    80. Kansas State: 230.2 (0.21%)

    81. West Virginia: 230.2 (0.21%)

    82. New Mexico: 230.2 (0.21%)

    83. Butler Bulldogs: 230.2 (0.21%)

    84. Oregon Ducks: 230.2 (0.21%)

    85. Ole Miss Rebels: 262.75 (0.19%)

    86. Maryland Terrapins: 280.2 (0.17%)

    87. South Carolina Gamecocks: 280.2 (0.17%)

    88. Marquette: 280.2 (0.17%)

    89. Colorado State: 280.2 (0.17%)

    90. Wake Forest: 280.2 (0.17%)

    91. Memphis Tigers: 280.2 (0.17%)

    92. Pittsburgh Panthers: 280.2 (0.17%)

    93. Washington Huskies: 280.2 (0.17%)

    94. Colorado: 280.2 (0.17%)

    95. Utah Utes: 280.2 (0.17%)

    96. Northwestern Wildcats: 280.2 (0.17%)

    97. Notre Dame: 280.2 (0.17%)

    98. Syracuse Orange: 280.2 (0.17%)

    99. Xavier Musketeers: 280.2 (0.17%)

    100. Mississippi St.: 280.2 (0.17%)

    101. Cincinnati Bearcats: 280.2 (0.17%)

    102. Georgia Tech: 280.2 (0.17%)

    103. DePaul Blue Demons: 280.2 (0.17%)

    104. Providence Friars: 280.2 (0.17%)

    105. Arizona State: 280.2 (0.17%)

    106. Miami (Ohio): 280.2 (0.17%)

    107. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 280.2 (0.17%)

    108. Florida State: 280.2 (0.17%)

    109. California Golden Bears: 325.25 (0.15%)

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