Big Ten teams resume play after a four day Christmas layoff with two teams in action, highlighted by Minnesota’s trip to Vegas for the Duel in the Desert holiday tournament
Prediction:
- Minnesota 75 Nichols St 56
- Illinois 80 Loyola Md 57
Note: My prediction algorithm is based on Ken Pomeroy offensive and defensive efficiency ratings. I use my own methodology to tweak his ratings based on where the game is being played, then calculate a predicted score using the adjusted efficiency ratings and the expected pace of the game.
Results:
* Minnesota 77 Nichols St 32
* Illinois 77 Loyola Md 43