Ohio State Buckeyes vs Wisconsin Badgers predictions, Feb 17, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

7 months ago

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On February 17, 2026, the Ohio State Buckeyes will host the Wisconsin Badgers in what promises to be a compelling NCAA basketball matchup. Ohio State enters the game with a recent record of 2 wins in their last 5 outings, indicating some inconsistency in their performances. However, playing at home may provide them a psychological advantage, making the Buckeyes a formidable force on their court.

In contrast, the Wisconsin Badgers have shown impressive form, winning 4 of their last 5 contests. This surge can be attributed to their disciplined defense and effective offensive strategies that capitalize on their opponents’ weaknesses. The Badgers’ knack for creating turnovers and converting them into fastbreak points could pose significant challenges for Ohio State.

According to bookmakers, Ohio State is favored with odds of 1.75, while Wisconsin sits at 1.91. Our model suggests a 57.1% probability for a home win, contrasted by a 42.9% chance for an away victory. With both teams fighting for a favorable position in the conference standings, this matchup is expected to be fiercely contested. As always in college basketball, predicting an outcome is fraught with uncertainty, making for an exciting game ahead.

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Ohio State
52.2%

Wisconsin
47.8%

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Latest Results

14.02.26 Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – Virginia Cavaliers basketball – 66:70
11.02.26 Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – USC Trojans basketball – 89:82
08.02.26 Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – Michigan Wolverines basketball – 61:82
05.02.26 Maryland Terrapins basketball – Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – 62:82
31.01.26 Wisconsin Badgers basketball – Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – 92:82

13.02.26 Wisconsin Badgers basketball – Michigan State Spartans basketball – 92:71
10.02.26 Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – Wisconsin Badgers basketball – 90:92 OT
07.02.26 Indiana Hoosiers basketball – Wisconsin Badgers basketball – 78:77 OT
31.01.26 Wisconsin Badgers basketball – Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – 92:82
28.01.26 Wisconsin Badgers basketball – Minnesota Golden Gophers basketball – 67:63

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Ohio State won 1.

Ohio State has been quite unpredictable recently (last 5 games: 2 wins).

Wisconsin is in great form at the moment (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).

Ohio State may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

In this match, both teams have almost equal chances to win.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Ohio State won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 13 matches, and goals 1241:1316. (average 62.1:65.8).

Including home matches between the teams, Ohio State won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 448:470. (average 56:58.8).

Latest Head To Head

31.01.26 Wisconsin Badgers basketball – Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – 92:82
14.01.25 Wisconsin Badgers basketball – Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – 70:68
13.02.24 Wisconsin Badgers basketball – Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – 62:54
10.01.24 Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – Wisconsin Badgers basketball – 60:71
08.03.23 Wisconsin Badgers basketball – Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – 57:65

Standings

NCAA College Basketball Outrights

1. Michigan Wolverines: 5.25 (13.71%)

2. Arizona Wildcats: 5.5 (13.09%)

3. Duke Blue Devils: 7.5 (9.6%)

4. Houston Cougars: 8.5 (8.47%)

5. Illinois Fighting Illini: 13 (5.54%)

6. Iowa State: 13 (5.54%)

7. Florida Gators: 14 (5.14%)

8. Connecticut Huskies: 16 (4.5%)

9. Purdue Boilermakers: 20 (3.6%)

10. Kansas Jayhawks: 21 (3.43%)

11. Texas Tech: 26 (2.77%)

12. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 36 (2%)

13. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 36 (2%)

14. Vanderbilt Commodores: 46 (1.56%)

15. Michigan State: 51 (1.41%)

16. Arkansas Razorbacks: 51 (1.41%)

17. Tennessee Volunteers: 67 (1.07%)

18. Louisville: 67 (1.07%)

19. Brigham Young: 67 (1.07%)

20. Alabama Crimson Tide: 67 (1.07%)

21. St. Johns Red Storm: 67 (1.07%)

22. Virginia Cavaliers: 81 (0.89%)

23. Kentucky Wildcats: 81 (0.89%)

24. Wisconsin Badgers: 101 (0.71%)

25. Iowa Hawkeyes: 101 (0.71%)

26. St. Louis Billikens: 101 (0.71%)

27. North Carolina: 101 (0.71%)

28. Clemson: 126 (0.57%)

29. Auburn Tigers: 151 (0.48%)

30. NC State: 151 (0.48%)

31. UCF Knights: 201 (0.36%)

32. Texas A&M: 201 (0.36%)

33. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.29%)

34. Indiana Hoosiers: 251 (0.29%)

35. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.29%)

36. Miami (FL): 251 (0.29%)

37. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.29%)

38. UCLA: 251 (0.29%)

39. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.21%)

40. Georgia Bulldogs: 351 (0.21%)

41. USC Trojans: 351 (0.21%)

42. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.14%)

43. Baylor Bears: 501 (0.14%)

44. Seton Hall Pirates: 501 (0.14%)

45. New Mexico: 501 (0.14%)

46. San Diego State: 501 (0.14%)

47. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.14%)

48. Missouri Tigers: 751 (0.1%)

49. Santa Clara: 751 (0.1%)

50. Miami (Ohio): 751 (0.1%)

51. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

52. Ole Miss Rebels: 1001 (0.07%)

53. TCU: 1001 (0.07%)

54. West Virginia: 1001 (0.07%)

55. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.07%)

56. Oklahoma Sooners: 1001 (0.07%)

57. Stanford Cardinal: 1001 (0.07%)

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