Michigan Wolverines Defeat Ohio State Buckeyes 74-62
Friday, January 23, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Crisler Center
Michigan Wolverines 74, Ohio State Buckeyes 62, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Ohio State Buckeyes vs Michigan Wolverines?
Michigan Wolverines beat Ohio State Buckeyes 74-62 at Crisler Center on January 23, 2026.
Who was favored in Ohio State Buckeyes vs Michigan Wolverines?
Michigan Wolverines were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -2100 (about 95% implied). The favorite won.
The Michigan Wolverines secured a decisive victory over the Ohio State Buckeyes, winning 74-62 at Crisler Center. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as Michigan entered the game with a strong home record of 18-1 and had been on a three-game winning streak, showcasing their dominance on their home court.
In their last ten games, Michigan recorded a 9-1 record, averaging 91.1 points scored and allowing 70.9 points per game. Their last five games reflected a scoring average of 82.2 points while allowing 75.6 points. The Wolverines had previously defeated the Indiana Hoosiers 86-72 just days before this game, further solidifying their form. At home, they had a record of 5-1 in their last six games, demonstrating their capability to perform well in familiar surroundings.
Ohio State, on the other hand, came into the game with a record of 13-6. They had a mixed performance in their last ten games, with a record of 6-4, averaging 79.1 points scored and allowing 74.6 points. They were on a two-game winning streak, having recently beaten the Minnesota Golden Gophers 82-74. However, their away record stood at 2-1, indicating some challenges when playing outside their home venue.
Historically, the Wolverines had a slight edge in their recent meetings with the Buckeyes. In their previous encounter during the 2025 season, Michigan triumphed 86-83, marking their only win against Ohio State in the last season.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant player absences that could have impacted the game. Both teams appeared to be at full strength, allowing them to field their best lineups.
The betting lines provided by DraftKings indicated Michigan was heavily favored, with a spread of -16.5 and a moneyline of -2100. Ohio State's moneyline was set at 1100, reflecting their underdog status in this matchup. The total points line was set at 165.5, suggesting expectations for a high-scoring game, although the final score fell short of that total.
The game conditions were not detailed, but playing at Crisler Center typically provides a home-court advantage for Michigan, as they are accustomed to the environment and support from their fans.
Key moments in the game included a series of scoring plays in the second half, where Michigan maintained control. Notable plays included a 25-foot three-point jumper by Trey McKenney, which extended Michigan's lead to 69-56. Aday Mara contributed with free throws, pushing the score to 71-56. Ohio State attempted to rally with a three-pointer from Bruce Thornton, but Michigan responded with a dunk from Yaxel Lendeborg to seal their victory at 74-62.
Overall, this game highlighted Michigan's strength at home and their ability to perform under pressure, while Ohio State faced challenges in overcoming a strong opponent on the road.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MICH -16.5 | 165.5 o -112 / u -108 | Ohio State Buckeyes +1100 · Michigan Wolverines -2100 |
Leaders
- PointsYaxel Lendeborg18Michigan Wolverines
- AssistsElliot Cadeau8Michigan Wolverines
- ReboundsYaxel Lendeborg9Michigan Wolverines
- PointsJohn Mobley Jr.22Ohio State Buckeyes
- AssistsJohn Mobley Jr.2Ohio State Buckeyes
- ReboundsBruce Thornton9Ohio State Buckeyes
Recent form
Michigan Wolverines
Last 10: 9-1Streak W391.1 scored · 70.9 allowed per game5-1 at home
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- W81-71at Oregon DucksJan 17
- W82-72at Washington HuskiesJan 15
- L88-91vs Wisconsin BadgersJan 10
- W74-72at Penn State Nittany LionsJan 7
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- W112-71vs McNeese CowboysDec 30
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Ohio State Buckeyes
Last 10: 6-4Streak W279.1 scored · 74.6 allowed per game2-1 away
- W82-74vs Minnesota Golden GophersJan 20
- W86-74vs UCLA BruinsJan 17
- L74-81at Washington HuskiesJan 11
- W72-62at Oregon DucksJan 9
- L69-72vs Nebraska CornhuskersJan 5
- W80-73at Rutgers Scarlet KnightsJan 3
- W89-63vs Grambling TigersDec 23
- L70-71vs North Carolina Tar HeelsDec 20
- W89-88vs West Virginia MountaineersDec 14
- L80-88vs Illinois Fighting IlliniDec 10
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 37-3 | - | 19-1 |
| Nebraska | 28-7 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Michigan State | 27-8 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Illinois | 28-9 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Wisconsin | 24-11 | 5 | 14-6 |
| Purdue | 30-9 | 6 | 13-7 |
| UCLA | 24-12 | 6 | 13-7 |
| Ohio State | 21-13 | 7 | 12-8 |
| Iowa | 24-13 | 9 | 10-10 |
| Indiana | 18-14 | 10 | 9-11 |
| Minnesota | 15-18 | 11 | 8-12 |
| USC | 18-14 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Washington | 16-17 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Rutgers | 14-20 | 13 | 6-14 |
| Northwestern | 15-19 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Oregon | 12-20 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Maryland | 12-21 | 15 | 4-16 |
| Penn State | 12-20 | 16 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Ohio State Buckeyes | Michigan Wolverines |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-59 | 27-52 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 52 |
| Three-pointers | 8-27 | 5-23 |
| Three-point % | 30 | 22 |
| Free throws | 6-9 | 15-25 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 60 |
| Rebounds | 27 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 15 | 24 |
| Assists | 9 | 16 |
| Steals | 6 | 10 |
| Blocks | 1 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 2 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 18 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 36 |
| Fouls | 20 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 6 | 15 |
| Lead changes | 12 | 12 |
| Time in front | 28 | 61 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half30-33L.J. Cason makes driving layup
- 2nd Half32-33John Mobley Jr. makes 21-foot jumper
- 2nd Half32-34Yaxel Lendeborg makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half34-34Amare Bynum makes driving layup
- 2nd Half37-34John Mobley Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half40-34Christoph Tilly makes 28-foot three point jumper (John Mobley Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half40-36Morez Johnson Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half40-37Trey McKenney makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half40-38Trey McKenney makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half40-40Yaxel Lendeborg makes layup
- 2nd Half40-42Yaxel Lendeborg makes layup
- 2nd Half40-44Trey McKenney makes layup
- 2nd Half40-45Trey McKenney makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half43-45Amare Bynum makes 27-foot three point jumper (Christoph Tilly assists)
- 2nd Half46-45Christoph Tilly makes 27-foot three point jumper (Devin Royal assists)
- 2nd Half46-47Roddy Gayle Jr. makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half48-47Ivan Njegovan makes 8-foot jumper (Gabe Cupps assists)
- 2nd Half48-48Trey McKenney makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half48-50L.J. Cason makes driving layup
- 2nd Half49-50Bruce Thornton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-50Bruce Thornton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-52Morez Johnson Jr. makes 1-foot dunk (Elliot Cadeau assists)
- 2nd Half51-52Christoph Tilly makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-55Elliot Cadeau makes 29-foot three point jumper (Yaxel Lendeborg assists)
- 2nd Half51-56Aday Mara makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-57Aday Mara makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-60Elliot Cadeau makes 33-foot three point jumper (Yaxel Lendeborg assists)
- 2nd Half53-60Christoph Tilly makes 11-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half53-62Aday Mara makes layup (Elliot Cadeau assists)
- 2nd Half56-62John Mobley Jr. makes 28-foot three point jumper (Bruce Thornton assists)
- 2nd Half56-64Aday Mara makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half56-66Yaxel Lendeborg makes driving layup (Nimari Burnett assists)
- 2nd Half56-69Trey McKenney makes 25-foot three point jumper (Elliot Cadeau assists)
- 2nd Half56-70Aday Mara makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-71Aday Mara makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-71Christoph Tilly makes driving layup
- 2nd Half59-71Bruce Thornton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-72Roddy Gayle Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-72Bruce Thornton makes 28-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half62-74Yaxel Lendeborg makes 1-foot dunk (Elliot Cadeau assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Michigan Wolverines, below favours Ohio State Buckeyes.
Venue
- Crisler CenterAnn Arbor, MI
- Attendance12707
- OfficialsD.J. Carstensen, Keith Kimble, Doug Sirmons
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