Michigan vs Iowa Picks and Predictions for Thursday March 5 2026
Michigan Preview
The Michigan Wolverines men’s basketball are heading to Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, where they will take on the Iowa Hawkeyes men’s basketball. Get the rest of our free college basketball picks here! The Wolverines enter this Big Ten Conference matchup with one of the strongest statistical profiles in the league this season. Michigan has been one of the most explosive offensive teams in college basketball, averaging 90.6 points per game while allowing just 68.3 points per contest. Their fast tempo and efficient shooting have helped them dominate many matchups, and they rank among the nation’s best in offensive efficiency.
Iowa Preview
The Hawkeyes come into this matchup with a competitive Big Ten resume and an offense that can score quickly when shots are falling. Iowa is averaging an even 77.0 points per game while allowing 64.9 points per contest this season. The Hawkeyes rely heavily on perimeter shooting where they shoot 35.5% from beyond the arc. Iowa has held their own on the defensive end, entering this matchup with a 105.2 defensive rating. Iowa has now dropped 2 of their last 3 games, most recently suffering a 71-69 loss against Penn State on Saturday.
Iowa vs Michigan Prediction
Iowa is on home court where they hope to bounce back after Saturday’s loss, while the third ranked team in the Michigan Wolverines look for a third straight win. Expect Michigan to control the entirety of this game, as they cover the -8.5 spread. Final score prediction, Michigan wins 87-76.
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