Game Details:: Wednesday at 6 p.m. ET at the Bryce Jordan Center in University Park, PA.
Betting Odds:: Penn State is favored by 4.5 points, with an over/under of 148.5 points. Use BetMGM bonus code CUSEMGM for potential bonuses (terms and conditions apply).
Key Players to Watch:: Kayden Mingo (Penn State) averaging over 13 points, 4 assists, and 2 steals; Tariq Francis (Rutgers) averaging 16.6 PPG.
Home Court Advantage:: Penn State has won eight home games this season, while Rutgers is seeking their first road win.
Why This Matters:: This game is crucial for both teams to gain momentum and improve their position in the Big Ten conference.
Penn State enters the game with a record of 11-15 (2-13 in conference), while Rutgers is 10-15 (3-11 in conference). Penn State's offense averages 75.4 points per game, compared to Rutgers' 70 points per game. However, Rutgers holds a slight edge in rebounding, averaging 34.5 rebounds per game versus Penn State's 29.8.
Penn State's Kayden Mingo and Freddie Dilione V lead their offense, while Rutgers relies on Tariq Francis, Dylan Grant, and Emmanuel Ogbole. Penn State aims to exploit Rutgers' transition defense, leveraging their quicker tempo. Rutgers needs offensive consistency to challenge Penn State's defense, which has shown vulnerability, allowing high scores to opponents.
The game will be broadcast on the Big Ten Network (BTN).
What time does the Rutgers vs. Penn State game start?
The game starts at 6 p.m. ET on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
Where is the game being played?
The game is at the Bryce Jordan Center in University Park, PA.
What channel is the game on?
The game will be broadcast on the Big Ten Network (BTN).
Penn State is favored, but Rutgers seeks their first road win.
Watch key players Kayden Mingo and Tariq Francis.
Penn State's home-court advantage could be a deciding factor.
The game is crucial for both teams to improve their Big Ten standing.
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