Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Michigan State Spartans predictions, Jan 27, 2026

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In an upcoming NCAA College Basketball clash, Rutgers Scarlet Knights will take on Michigan State Spartans on January 27, 2026. Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball team has won 1 out of their last 5 matches, while Michigan State Spartans basketball team has been in impressive form, winning all of their last 5 matches.

The Scarlet Knights will have the home advantage in this game, but bookmakers have heavily favored the Spartans with odds of 1.06. Based on these odds, the predicted final score stands at 61:75 in favor of Michigan State Spartans.

Rutgers will need to improve their recent form and find ways to neutralize the Spartans’ strength on both ends of the court. Michigan State, on the other hand, will look to continue their winning streak and capitalize on their current momentum.

Both teams will need to bring their A-game to this matchup, and it promises to be an exciting battle between two competitive sides. The outcome remains uncertain, as anything can happen in the fast-paced world of college basketball.

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Rutgers
10.8%
Michigan State
89.2%

Prediction (the most likely score): 61:76

Outrights of NCAA College Basketball Michigan State: 2.29%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 8 1.05
MarathonBet 8 1.06
WilliamHill 9.25 1.06
Best for US Customers 9 1.03

Latest Results

23.01.26 Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – Indiana Hoosiers basketball – 59:82
20.01.26 Iowa Hawkeyes basketball – Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – 68:62
17.01.26 Wisconsin Badgers basketball – Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – 96:87
11.01.26 Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – Northwestern Wildcats basketball – 77:75 OT
08.01.26 Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – 81:55
24.01.26 Michigan State Spartans basketball – Maryland Terrapins basketball – 91:48
20.01.26 Oregon Ducks basketball – Michigan State Spartans basketball – 52:68
17.01.26 Washington Huskies basketball – Michigan State Spartans basketball – 63:80
13.01.26 Michigan State Spartans basketball – Indiana Hoosiers basketball – 81:60
08.01.26 Michigan State Spartans basketball – Northwestern Wildcats basketball – 76:66

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Rutgers won 1.
  • Recent form of Rutgers has been disappointing (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Michigan State is in great form and has won several matches in a row (last 5 games: 5 wins).
  • Rutgers may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • In this match, Michigan State is the undeniable favorite.
  • In the last 16 head-to-head matches, Rutgers won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 14 matches, and goals 982:1189. (average 61.4:74.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Rutgers won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 501:565. (average 62.6:70.6).

    Latest Head To Head

    25.01.25 Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – Michigan State Spartans basketball – 74:81
    14.01.24 Michigan State Spartans basketball – Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – 73:55
    04.02.23 Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – Michigan State Spartans basketball – 61:55
    19.01.23 Michigan State Spartans basketball – Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – 70:57
    05.02.22 Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – Michigan State Spartans basketball – 63:84

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 5 (14.22%)

    2. Arizona Wildcats: 5.5 (12.92%)

    3. Connecticut Huskies: 10 (7.11%)

    4. Duke Blue Devils: 12 (5.92%)

    5. Houston Cougars: 12 (5.92%)

    6. Purdue Boilermakers: 13 (5.47%)

    7. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 16 (4.44%)

    8. Iowa State: 17 (4.18%)

    9. Florida Gators: 19 (3.74%)

    10. Illinois Fighting Illini: 21 (3.38%)

    11. Texas Tech: 26 (2.73%)

    12. Brigham Young: 26 (2.73%)

    13. Michigan State: 31 (2.29%)

    14. Kansas Jayhawks: 31 (2.29%)

    15. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 36 (1.97%)

    16. Vanderbilt Commodores: 36 (1.97%)

    17. Alabama Crimson Tide: 41 (1.73%)

    18. Virginia Cavaliers: 51 (1.39%)

    19. Louisville: 51 (1.39%)

    20. Arkansas Razorbacks: 61 (1.17%)

    21. Tennessee Volunteers: 81 (0.88%)

    22. North Carolina: 81 (0.88%)

    23. St. Johns Red Storm: 91 (0.78%)

    24. Kentucky Wildcats: 101 (0.7%)

    25. Clemson: 126 (0.56%)

    26. Iowa Hawkeyes: 126 (0.56%)

    27. Auburn Tigers: 176 (0.4%)

    28. Georgia Bulldogs: 176 (0.4%)

    29. Wisconsin Badgers: 201 (0.35%)

    30. SMU Mustangs: 201 (0.35%)

    31. UCLA: 201 (0.35%)

    32. St. Louis Billikens: 201 (0.35%)

    33. NC State: 201 (0.35%)

    34. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.28%)

    35. Indiana Hoosiers: 251 (0.28%)

    36. Miami (FL): 251 (0.28%)

    37. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.28%)

    38. Texas A&M: 251 (0.28%)

    39. Baylor Bears: 351 (0.2%)

    40. UCF Knights: 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. Missouri Tigers: 351 (0.2%)

    45. USC Trojans: 351 (0.2%)

    46. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.14%)

    47. TCU: 501 (0.14%)

    48. Creighton: 501 (0.14%)

    49. Oklahoma Sooners: 501 (0.14%)

    50. Stanford Cardinal: 501 (0.14%)

    51. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.14%)

    52. LSU: 751 (0.09%)

    53. Ole Miss Rebels: 751 (0.09%)

    54. Kansas State: 751 (0.09%)

    55. West Virginia: 751 (0.09%)

    56. New Mexico: 751 (0.09%)

    57. Butler Bulldogs: 751 (0.09%)

    58. Oregon Ducks: 751 (0.09%)

    59. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

    60. Maryland Terrapins: 1001 (0.07%)

    61. South Carolina Gamecocks: 1001 (0.07%)

    62. Marquette: 1001 (0.07%)

    63. Colorado State: 1001 (0.07%)

    64. Wake Forest: 1001 (0.07%)

    65. Memphis Tigers: 1001 (0.07%)

    66. Pittsburgh Panthers: 1001 (0.07%)

    67. Washington Huskies: 1001 (0.07%)

    68. Colorado: 1001 (0.07%)

    69. Utah Utes: 1001 (0.07%)

    70. Northwestern Wildcats: 1001 (0.07%)

    71. Notre Dame: 1001 (0.07%)

    72. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.07%)

    73. Xavier Musketeers: 1001 (0.07%)

    74. Mississippi St.: 1001 (0.07%)

    75. Cincinnati Bearcats: 1001 (0.07%)

    76. Georgia Tech: 1001 (0.07%)

    77. DePaul Blue Demons: 1001 (0.07%)

    78. Providence Friars: 1001 (0.07%)

    79. Arizona State: 1001 (0.07%)

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

    81. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 1001 (0.07%)

    82. Florida State: 1001 (0.07%)

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