David Hess has a strong CBB totals play lined up for tonight, a matchup he’s been tracking closely with the numbers pointing to a clear edge. He’s locked in on this spot and ready to fire with confidence. If you’re looking for a sharp totals read on tonight’s board, this is the one.
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Today’s Free Picks
| Sport | Game Selection | Game Time |
|---|---|---|
| CBB | (633) Wisconsin at (634) Ohio State: Total | 8:30pm EST - Feb 17/2026 |
The PLAY: Total Under 157.5 (-112)
This number sits too high for the way these two actually play, and the matchup history plus current form both point toward a game that stays well below the mid‑150s. Wisconsin’s offense has been strong in Big Ten play, but their games rarely turn into track meets because they play one of the slowest tempos in the league and force long, half‑court possessions on both ends. Their conference opponents are scoring 78.7 ppg, but that number is inflated by a few outliers, and most of their league games settle into structured, methodical basketball. Ohio State’s profile fits that same rhythm: they average 77.8 ppg in Big Ten play but do it with a deliberate pace, and their defense—while inconsistent—still holds opponents to 44.8% shooting and limits transition. The first meeting between these teams stayed under this number, and stylistically nothing changes here: Wisconsin’s pace suppresses possessions, Ohio State’s offense is far less efficient at home than the raw average suggests, and neither team pushes tempo. With both sides built for half‑court execution rather than speed, Under 157.5 is the sharper side.