Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Ohio State Buckeyes predictions, Jan 02, 2026

Jan 01, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

NCAA College Basketball, on Friday,

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In an exciting NCAA College Basketball matchup on January 2, 2026, the Rutgers Scarlet Knights will face off against the Ohio State Buckeyes at home. Both teams have shown mixed results in their recent form, with Rutgers winning 2 of their last 5 matches and Ohio State winning 3 of their last 5.

The Scarlet Knights will be looking to capitalize on their home court advantage and improve their performance against the Buckeyes. Rutgers will need to focus on their defensive strategy and capitalize on their scoring opportunities to secure a victory in this crucial matchup.

On the other hand, the Ohio State Buckeyes have been displaying solid performances and will be aiming to continue their winning streak. Their tactical strengths lie in their offensive capabilities and ability to control the pace of the game.

With bookmakers favoring Ohio State with odds of 1.19, it is clear that they are considered the stronger team heading into this matchup. However, Rutgers cannot be underestimated, and their determination to secure a win on their home court could make this game a highly competitive and unpredictable one.

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Rutgers
21.1%		 Ohio State
78.9%

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Betting Odds

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betsson 4.25 1.19
WilliamHill 4.6 1.2
Best for US Customers 4.5 1.18

Latest Results

29.12.25 Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – Delaware State Hornets basketball – 65:50
20.12.25 Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – Pennsylvania Quakers basketball – 70:69
13.12.25 Seton Hall Pirates basketball – Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – 81:59
06.12.25 Michigan Wolverines basketball – Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – 101:60
02.12.25 Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – Purdue Boilermakers basketball – 65:81		 23.12.25 Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – Grambling State Tigers basketball – 89:63
20.12.25 North Carolina Tar Heels basketball – Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – 70:71
13.12.25 West Virginia Mountaineers basketball – Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – 89:88 OT
09.12.25 Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – 80:88
06.12.25 Northwestern Wildcats basketball – Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – 82:86

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Rutgers won 1.
  • The recent form of both competitors has been shaky.
  • Ohio State may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • In this match, Ohio State is considered a favorite.
  • In the last 18 head-to-head matches, Rutgers won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 14 matches, and goals 1143:1318. (average 63.5:73.2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Rutgers won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 493:567. (average 61.6:70.9).

    Latest Head To Head

    07.12.24 Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – 80:66
    10.03.24 Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – 52:73
    03.01.24 Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – 76:72
    15.01.23 Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – 68:64 OT
    08.12.22 Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – 67:66

    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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