Penn State Nittany Lions vs Minnesota Golden Gophers predictions, Feb 01, 2026

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Penn State Nittany Lions

Minnesota Golden Gophers

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In this highly anticipated NCAA College Basketball matchup, the Penn State Nittany Lions will face off against the Minnesota Golden Gophers. Both teams have been struggling in their recent form, with neither squad managing to secure a victory in their last five matches.

The odds from bookmakers slightly favor the home team, with the Penn State Nittany Lions given a 1.86 chance of winning compared to the 1.8 odds for the Minnesota Golden Gophers. Our model prediction gives a narrow edge to the Nittany Lions, with a 50.5% probability of a home win.

When analyzing the tactical strengths of both teams, it’s clear that they will need to focus on improving their offensive efficiency and defensive resilience to secure a much-needed victory. The matchup promises to be a closely contested battle with both sides eager to turn their recent poor form around.

With the odds and statistics so evenly balanced, this game could truly go either way. Fans can expect an exciting and intense showdown between these two struggling teams.

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Penn State
47.8%
Minnesota
52.2%

Prediction (the most likely score): 72:72

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 1.92 1.8
MarathonBet 2 1.73
WilliamHill 2.05 1.75
Pinnacle 1.86 1.8
Best for US Customers 2 1.83

Latest Results

29.01.26 Northwestern Wildcats basketball – Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – 94:73
26.01.26 Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – 84:78
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
28.01.26 Wisconsin Badgers basketball – Minnesota Golden Gophers basketball – 67:63
24.01.26 Minnesota Golden Gophers basketball – Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – 57:76
20.01.26 Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – Minnesota Golden Gophers basketball – 82:74 OT
17.01.26 Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – Minnesota Golden Gophers basketball – 77:67
13.01.26 Minnesota Golden Gophers basketball – Wisconsin Badgers basketball – 75:78

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Penn State won 2.
  • A run of poor results has hit both teams ahead of this match.
  • Minnesota may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • The probability of winning is almost the same for both teams in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Penn State won 10 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 10 matches, and goals 1410:1388. (average 70.5:69.4).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Penn State won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 714:671. (average 71.4:67.1).

    Latest Head To Head

    22.02.25 Minnesota Golden Gophers basketball – Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – 60:69
    04.02.25 Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – Minnesota Golden Gophers basketball – 61:69
    02.03.24 Minnesota Golden Gophers basketball – Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – 75:70
    27.01.24 Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – Minnesota Golden Gophers basketball – 74:83
    18.02.23 Minnesota Golden Gophers basketball – Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – 69:76

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Arizona Wildcats: 4.75 (15.09%)

    2. Michigan Wolverines: 5.5 (13.03%)

    3. Duke Blue Devils: 9 (7.96%)

    4. Connecticut Huskies: 12 (5.97%)

    5. Houston Cougars: 12 (5.97%)

    6. Purdue Boilermakers: 17 (4.22%)

    7. Illinois Fighting Illini: 18 (3.98%)

    8. Florida Gators: 19 (3.77%)

    9. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 19 (3.77%)

    10. Iowa State: 20 (3.58%)

    11. Kansas Jayhawks: 21 (3.41%)

    12. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 23 (3.12%)

    13. Michigan State: 26 (2.76%)

    14. Texas Tech: 31 (2.31%)

    15. Brigham Young: 31 (2.31%)

    16. Vanderbilt Commodores: 36 (1.99%)

    17. Alabama Crimson Tide: 41 (1.75%)

    18. Arkansas Razorbacks: 61 (1.17%)

    19. Virginia Cavaliers: 67 (1.07%)

    20. Tennessee Volunteers: 81 (0.88%)

    21. Louisville: 81 (0.88%)

    22. North Carolina: 81 (0.88%)

    23. St. Johns Red Storm: 91 (0.79%)

    24. Kentucky Wildcats: 101 (0.71%)

    25. Clemson: 126 (0.57%)

    26. Iowa Hawkeyes: 126 (0.57%)

    27. Auburn Tigers: 176 (0.41%)

    28. UCF Knights: 201 (0.36%)

    29. Wisconsin Badgers: 201 (0.36%)

    30. SMU Mustangs: 201 (0.36%)

    31. UCLA: 201 (0.36%)

    32. Georgia Bulldogs: 201 (0.36%)

    33. St. Louis Billikens: 201 (0.36%)

    34. NC State: 201 (0.36%)

    35. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.29%)

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

    37. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.29%)

    38. Texas A&M: 251 (0.29%)

    39. Baylor Bears: 351 (0.2%)

    40. Indiana Hoosiers: 351 (0.2%)

    41. Seton Hall Pirates: 351 (0.2%)

    42. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.2%)

    43. San Diego State: 351 (0.2%)

    44. USC Trojans: 351 (0.2%)

    45. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.14%)

    46. TCU: 501 (0.14%)

    47. New Mexico: 501 (0.14%)

    48. Stanford Cardinal: 501 (0.14%)

    49. Ole Miss Rebels: 751 (0.1%)

    50. West Virginia: 751 (0.1%)

    51. Butler Bulldogs: 751 (0.1%)

    52. Missouri Tigers: 751 (0.1%)

    53. Oregon Ducks: 751 (0.1%)

    54. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

    55. South Carolina Gamecocks: 1001 (0.07%)

    56. LSU: 1001 (0.07%)

    57. Pittsburgh Panthers: 1001 (0.07%)

    58. Washington Huskies: 1001 (0.07%)

    59. Colorado: 1001 (0.07%)

    60. Utah Utes: 1001 (0.07%)

    61. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.07%)

    62. Xavier Musketeers: 1001 (0.07%)

    63. Creighton: 1001 (0.07%)

    64. Cincinnati Bearcats: 1001 (0.07%)

    65. DePaul Blue Demons: 1001 (0.07%)

    66. Providence Friars: 1001 (0.07%)

    67. Oklahoma State: 1001 (0.07%)

    68. Arizona State: 1001 (0.07%)

    69. Miami (Ohio): 1001 (0.07%)

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