The Rutgers Scarlet Knights (12-18, 5-14 Big Ten) host the Penn State Nittany Lions (12-18, 3-16 Big Ten) in Big Ten action at Jersey Mike’s Arena, beginning at 12 p.m. ET on Sunday, March 8, 2026.
On Thursday, in its last game, Rutgers lost to Michigan State 91-87. With 25 points, Tariq Francis was its top scorer. In its most recent game, Penn State lost to Ohio State on Wednesday, 94-62. Ivan Juric scored a team-high 15 points (and added zero assists and one rebound).
When is Rutgers vs. Penn State and when does it start?
This matchup between the Scarlet Knights and Nittany Lions is set to start on Sunday, March 8, 2026. You should expect the opening tip at 12 p.m. ET.
Where to Watch Rutgers vs. Penn State
The Scarlet Knights and Nittany Lions will hit the hardwood at Jersey Mike’s Arena for this matchup on March 8, and if you would like to see the action live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
What channel is the game on?
You can catch this game live on BTN.
Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs. Penn State Nittany Lions Game Preview
Rutgers Stats, Odds & Insights
Rutgers’ -154 scoring differential (outscored by 5.1 points per game) is a result of scoring 70.8 points per game (288th in college basketball) while giving up 75.9 per contest (235th in college basketball).
The Scarlet Knights are averaging 70.8 points, 8.8 fewer than the Nittany Lions concede.
Rutgers knocks down 6.5 three-pointers per game (301st in college basketball), 1.8 fewer than its opponents (8.3). It is shooting 32.4% from deep (268th in college basketball) while allowing opponents to shoot 36.5%.
The Scarlet Knights are posting 72.2 points per game this year in home games, which is 2.6 more points than they’re averaging away from home (69.6).
Rutgers has seen an uptick in scoring lately, putting up 73 points per game in its last 10 outings, 2.2 points more than the 70.8 it has scored this season.
Penn State Stats, Odds & Insights
Penn State has been outscored by 5.3 points per game (posting 74.3 points per game, 229th in college basketball, while giving up 79.6 per outing, 320th in college basketball) and has a -159 scoring differential.
The Nittany Lions’ 74.3 points per game are just 1.6 fewer than the Scarlet Knights concede.
Penn State connects on 7 three-pointers per game (265th in college basketball) while shooting 32.7% from deep (255th in college basketball). It is making 2.9 fewer threes than its opponents, who drain 9.9 per game at 39.3%.
At home the Nittany Lions are putting up 76.5 points per game, 2.9 more than they are averaging on the road (73.6).
In its last 10 games, Penn State is scoring 69.8 points per contest, compared to its season average of 74.3.
Scarlet Knights Key Players to Watch
Scarlet Knights Leaders Name GP PTS REB ASST STL BLK 3PM Tariq Francis 30 16.9 2.3 2.8 1 0 1.4 Dylan Grant 30 10.2 4.4 0.5 0.5 0.3 0.7 Darren Buchanan Jr. 30 8.5 3.3 1.5 0.6 0.2 0.4 Jamichael Davis 30 7 2.9 2.4 1 0.2 0.8 Kaden Powers 25 6.8 1.8 1.6 0.6 0.2 1.1Nittany Lions Key Players to Watch
Nittany Lions Leaders Name GP PTS REB ASST STL BLK 3PM Freddie Filione V 30 14 3.2 2.3 1.2 0.2 1.3 Kayden Mingo 26 13.7 3.3 4.3 2.1 0.1 0.7 Josh Reed 30 11.4 4 1 1.1 0.1 1 Ivan Jurić 28 9.5 5.2 0.7 0.4 0.3 0.5 Melih Tunca 30 8 2 2.3 0.7 0.2 0.6And for more CBB game previews, NCAA basketball picks or even how to bet on college basketball check out the latest NCAAB lines on Betsperts.
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