
Rutgers vs. Pennsylvania Prediction, How to Watch, Odds, Channel - Dec 20
The Rutgers Scarlet Knights (5-6) hope to stop a three-game losing streak when they host the Pennsylvania Quakers (6-4) at 8 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 20, 2025 at Jersey Mike's Arena. The contest airs on Big Ten Network.
The Scarlet Knights take the court as double-digit favorites against the Quakers. The Scarlet Knights are favored by 11.5 points. The matchup features an over/under of 150.5.
Continue reading to get all the information before wagering on the Rutgers-Pennsylvania game.
Rutgers vs. Pennsylvania How to Watch & Odds
- When: Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 8 p.m. ET
- Where: Jersey Mike's Arena in Piscataway, New Jersey
- TV: Big Ten Network
- Streaming: FOXSports.com, FOX Sports App and FOX One (Try free for 7 days)
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds | Favorite Moneyline | Underdog Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scarlet Knights | -11.5 | -114 | -111 | 150.5 | -115 | -105 | -847 | +573 |
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Rutgers vs. Pennsylvania Prediction
- Pick ATS: Pennsylvania (+11.5)
- Pick OU: Under (150.5)
- Prediction: Rutgers 78, Pennsylvania 70
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Rutgers vs. Pennsylvania Betting Insights
Betting Line Implied Predictions
- Per the spread and over/under, the implied score for the encounter is Scarlet Knights 81, Quakers 70.
- The Scarlet Knights have an 89.4% chance to win this contest based on the moneyline's implied probability.
- The Quakers hold a 14.9% implied probability to come out on top.
Key Spread Facts
- Rutgers has covered three times in 11 games with a spread this season.
- Pennsylvania is 3-6-0 ATS this year.
- Rutgers has been favored by 11.5 points or more five times this season, and covered the spread in one of those contests.
- Pennsylvania has not covered the spread when an underdog by 11.5 points or more this year (in two opportunities).
Key Total Facts
- The Scarlet Knights and their opponent have broken the 150.5-point mark three times this year.
- Quakers games have had over 150.5 points five times this year.
- The two teams combine to average 2.4 points per game fewer than the total for this matchup (150.5).
Key Moneyline Facts
- Rutgers has won 80% of its games this season when favored on the moneyline (4-1).
- Pennsylvania has been underdogs in five games this season and won two (40%) of those contests.
- In games it has played as a moneyline favorite with odds of -847 or shorter, Rutgers has gone 4-1 (80% win percentage).
- Pennsylvania has played as an underdog of +573 or more twice this season and lost both games.
Rutgers vs. Pennsylvania: 2025-26 Stats Comparison
| Rutgers | Pennsylvania | |
|---|---|---|
| Points Scored Per Game (Rank) | 68.9 (326) | 79.2 (141) |
| Points Allowed (Rank) | 73.1 (182) | 77.9 (289) |
| Rebounds (Rank) | 10.5 (107) | 11.5 (49) |
| 3pt Made (Rank) | 6.6 (285) | 8.1 (175) |
| Assists (Rank) | 11.1 (342) | 15.5 (127) |
| Turnovers (Rank) | 11.8 (197) | 11.5 (174) |
Rutgers 2025-26 Key Players
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dylan Grant | 11 | 14.6 | 6.2 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 1 |
| Tariq Francis | 11 | 11.3 | 2.6 | 2.5 | 0.8 | 0 | 1.4 |
| Jamichael Davis | 11 | 7.7 | 2.5 | 2.9 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 1 |
| Darren Buchanan Jr. | 11 | 7.5 | 2.5 | 1.3 | 0.5 | 0.1 | 0.4 |
| Harun Zrno | 11 | 6.7 | 1 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0 | 1.5 |
Pennsylvania 2025-26 Key Players
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethan Roberts | 9 | 18 | 3.9 | 2.4 | 1.4 | 0 | 1.9 |
| TJ Power | 10 | 15 | 7.6 | 2.6 | 1 | 0.5 | 2 |
| Michael Zanoni | 10 | 10.5 | 2.2 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0 | 1.7 |
| Dalton Scantlebury | 10 | 8.1 | 5 | 0.7 | 0.9 | 1.3 | 0 |
| Cam Thrower | 10 | 7.3 | 1.3 | 1.7 | 0.6 | 0.2 | 1.2 |
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