In that contest the Hoosiers buried three after three and found themselves up 12 points with 13 minutes remaining in the ballgame. Iowa fought back and made it a one-possession ball game with under 10 seconds to play, but a game-tying three missed short and Indiana clinched a share of the Big Ten title.

The Wolverines (20-10, 10-7 Big Ten) are trying to show the NCAA Tournament committee that they’re worthy of a bid. Unfortunately they haven’t done a lot lately to prove it. Michigan has lost three of the past four games, including a 68-57 loss to Wisconsin in Madison last Sunday. 

The Wolverines played well up until the midway point in the second half as they saw their lead evaporate when the Badgers went on a quick, 8-0 run. Wisconsin locked up the come-from-behind win largely on the back of a commanding rebounding advantage and by converting at the free throw line.

Saturday’s finale between Iowa and Michigan will be the 153rd matchup between the two programs. The Wolverines hold a 91-61 edge in the series and are looking to even the season set after losing 82-71 back on Jan. 17.

Below is everything you need to know about the matchup, including the Iowa vs. Michigan prediction, online live stream and TV broadcast info, and game notes.

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Live Stream, Game Broadcast Info

• Venue: Crisler Center, Ann Arbor, MI.
• Date: Saturday, Mar. 5
• Tipoff Time: 8:00 p.m. EST
• National TV: BTN
• Iowa vs. Michigan Online Live Stream: BTN 2 Go, Iowa Radio Live Stream

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Prediction

It’ll be an interesting matchup of two teams floundering at the end of the season. Iowa looks worn out after getting off to such a hot start, while Michigan has been plagued by injuries all season. Both clubs are fighting for their postseason lives.

Seeing Spike Albrecht and Caris LeVert, two leaders honored on Senior Day, will light a fire under the Wolverines. Look for Zak Irvin, Derrick Walton Jr., and Duncan Robinson to spread the Hawkeyes out and knock it shots with some consistency. Mark Donnal has played well in Michigan’s wins. He’s the X-Factor here if he can wear down Aaron Woodbury and distribute to open shooters on the perimeter. The Wolverines get a much needed, resume win and get some momentum heading into tournament play.