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USC vs. Rutgers: Big Ten Tournament Predictions (Wednesday)

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The Big Ten Tournament begins today with three first-round games. Only one team, the Ohio State Buckeyes, is on the bubble entering today's games, while the other five teams will need a magical run to make the NCAA Tournament. Here is our top pick for Wednesday’s game USC vs. Rutgers.

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    Wednesday's Best Big Ten Tournament Bets: USC vs. Rutgers

    (Odds courtesy of FanDuel Sportsbook)

    USC vs. Rutgers

    Last season, the North Carolina State Wolfpack needed to win the ACC Tournament just to make it to the Big Dance. Not only did they win every game they needed to punch their ticket, but they also advanced to the Final Four. If there is one team in the country that can make that type of run this year, it's Rutgers. 

    The Scarlet Knights have had a disappointing season and enter the Big Ten Tournament with a record of 15-16. However, they also have two projected top-five NBA Draft picks. If Dylan Harper and Ace Bailey play to the best of their abilities, this is a team that can play with anyone.

    The Trojans have had an equally disappointing season, but they don't have the upside of the Scarlet Knights. They enter the tournament losers of six of their last seven. They ended the regular season with a 27-point loss to UCLA. When the Trojans and Scarlet Knights met on February 23rd, Rutgers won by 10. I expect a similar result tonight.

    Pick: Rutgers Moneyline (-105)

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