Pittsburgh Panthers vs. Wisconsin Badgers Spread Pick

Pittsburgh Panthers (6-0 SU, 5-1 ATS) vs. Wisconsin Badgers (6-0 SU, 4-2 ATS)

When: Sunday, November 24th, 5:30 PM (ET)

Where: The Greenbrier, WV, White Sulphur Springs

TV: CBSS

Point Spread: PITT -2/WISC +2

Total: 148

Money Line: Pittsburgh Panthers -133/+108

Notable Injuries

Panthers

Badgers

• Camren Hunter (Questionable) Undisclosed

Recent Form

Pittsburgh extended their undefeated start to 6-0 with a 74-63 victory over LSU. The Panthers, who covered as 7.5-point favorites, outscored LSU by 12 in the second half to pull away. The total stayed under the 144.5 line.

Wisconsin also remained unbeaten with an 86-70 win over UCF. The Badgers covered the 5-point spread with ease, and the total comfortably went over the 147 line. Wisconsin’s dominant first half set the tone for their victory.

Analysis

Pittsburgh showcased efficient scoring in their last game, hitting 44.4% of their shots, including an impressive 86.4% from the free-throw line. Jaland Lowe was a standout performer with 22 points and 8 rebounds. The Panthers’ defense limited LSU to 37% shooting overall and just 23% from three.

Wisconsin delivered a well-rounded offensive performance against UCF, shooting 48.5% from the field. Their inside game was particularly strong, with a 62.9% success rate on two-point attempts. John Blackwell led with 17 points, while Nolan Winter added a double-double. Defensively, Wisconsin held UCF to 32% from three but struggled to contain them inside the arc, where UCF shot 62%.

Betting Trends

• Pittsburgh is 3-1-1 ATS in their last five road games, with a 2-3 SU record, averaging 69 points per game.
• Wisconsin is 3-2 ATS in their last five home games, going 2-3 SU while averaging 74 points per game.
• The Badgers are 2-1 SU and ATS as underdogs in their last three games.
• The Panthers are 3-0 SU and ATS as favorites in their last three games.

Crew’s Pick to Cover the Spread

The sharp money sides with Pitt despite the public backing Wisconsin as a home dog. The Panthers boast balanced scoring and strong defensive metrics, which could exploit Wisconsin’s vulnerability inside the arc (highlighted in their recent game against UCF). Pittsburgh’s ability to limit second-chance points and capitalize at the free-throw line makes them the team to back. Lay the points with Pitt to cover the -2.