While the thrill of storming the floor after knocking off No. 12 Illinois hasn’t worn off since Wednesday night for Penn State Basketball, it’s how Zach Hicks and his teammates fought back that truly matters.

At least in the betting world.

Penn State returns to their home floor Saturday, looking to build on the momentum from a Rec Hall upset. The visiting Indiana Hoosiers also last played on Wednesday, but they ride a three-game skid, sparked by a drubbing at the hands of Purdue.

Here’s the best bet for Indiana – Penn State on Saturday, February 23rd!

Indiana Hoosiers (14-12, 6-9) at Penn State Nittany Lions (13-14, 7-9)

There’s a unique spot here for Penn State Basketball, because both teams are coming off extended rest. The win over Illinois put the Nittany Lions at 7-7 Against the Spread (ATS) at home, by just covering these spreads by a positive margin. Even a small percentage is an angle worth attacking.

Because Indiana is also rested and riding a three-game losing streak, the first half comes into play today. The Hoosiers are in trouble and aren’t able to catch Penn State on any lapse or letdown following their big win on Wednesday night.

While this is a decent spot for them to win the game, Penn State Basketball is best played in winning the first half.

If Penn State was the only team off this much rest, then absolutely, the concern lies on them getting up for this game – to the point where Indiana would be the play. But the Hoosiers come in 5-9-1 ATS off 2-3 days rest, mitigating any advantage they would have in this game.

It’s going to be loud and obnoxious for Hoosiers players already struggling in this spot, if anything, the win over the Illini will fuel this crowd early in the game – right from the opening tip.

Best Bet: Penn State -2.5 1

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