Northwestern at Illinois

Northwestern and Illinois rank #9 and #10 in the Big 10 in scoring, while Illinois is second to last shooting .385% from the field. Northwestern has won four in a row with sparkling defense, allowing 61, 66, 39 and 65 points - one was in overtime and one was against up-tempo Indiana. The last two they've held Penn State to 27% shooting and Indiana to 36%. The UNDER is 18-7-1 following a win. Illinois can play defense too, but the offense has gone south during a three-game skid, scoring 49, 53 and 60 points. Illinois is 5-0 UNDER the total at home and 38-18 UNDER in Big 10 play. Look for great defense and a slow pace in the first half. Play the first half UNDER the total.