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The upcoming NCAA basketball matchup on January 8, 2026, features the Rutgers Scarlet Knights visiting the Illinois Fighting Illini at State Farm Center in Champaign, IL. This thrilling regular season game is part of the 2025-26 NCAAB season and will be broadcast on BTN, giving fans nationwide a front-row seat to the action.
For bettors, the odds open with Illinois favored at -22½ -110 and Rutgers as the underdog at +22½ -110. These point spread betting lines suggest a strong home advantage for Illinois, but bettors should watch any line movement closely. Opening odds can signal initial perceptions, while shifts may reflect injuries, team form, or market adjustments. Currently, the odds have remained steady, indicating confidence in Illinois' dominance.
Additionally, the over/under total is set at 145 points with -110 odds on both sides, providing an alternative betting avenue based on the expected pace and defensive strength of both teams. Understanding these betting odds and lines is crucial for making informed wagers and maximizing potential returns.
For more detailed insights and the latest updates on this game and others, check out the NCAA Basketball odds page. When ready to place your bets, consider trusted options like BetOnline for competitive lines and secure betting.
Live college basketball odds are always available at OddsTrader. You can keep up with your favorite teams or consider using our stats-driven NCAAB computer picks to help you make smarter wagers. Betting action intensifies during March Madness, making it crucial to track odds and betting lines in real time. New bettors can read on to learn more about NCAAB odds.
![]() Toledo 9-650% +1½ -110BetAnything | |||||||
Sacred Heart 5-11100% +6½ -108Heritage | |||||||
![]() Mount St. Mary's 5-11- +1 -108Heritage | |||||||
![]() Siena 10-5- -6 -108Heritage | |||||||
![]() Manhattan 7-100% -6½ -108Heritage | |||||||
Green Bay 8-8100% -8 -110BetOnline | |||||||
![]() Fairfield 9-7- -8½ -108Heritage | |||||||
![]() Oakland 8-80% -14 -115Bookmaker | |||||||
Iona 10-6- -10½ -110BetAnything | |||||||
Detroit Mercy 6-8- +5 -105Bovada | |||||||
Bowling Green 11-50% +3 -115Bookmaker | |||||||
![]() Milwaukee 7-9100% -3½ -108Heritage | |||||||
![]() Minnesota 10-5100% -4 -105Bovada | |||||||
![]() Colorado State 10-5- -7 -108Heritage |