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The article previews the upcoming NFL game between the Detroit Lions and Chicago Bears, highlighting key matchups including receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown against Bears' secondary, Detroit's offensive line versus Chicago's defensive tackles, and a strategic battle between Lions' defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard and Bears' head coach Ben Johnson, emphasizing the importance of these matchups for the game's outcome.
No. 17 Tennessee basketball is set to host No. 20 Illinois in a highly anticipated matchup. After bouncing back from a three-game losing streak, the Vols are looking to start a winning streak against the strong Fighting Illini team. The game will be televised on CBS, with Tennessee favored by 6 points according to Draft Kings. Both teams have key players to watch, and Tennessee will need to focus on rebounding to secure a victory. The prediction is a low-scoring game with Tennessee coming out on top, 73-69.
The Wisconsin Badgers, coming off wins against Marquette and Michigan State, are set to face the undefeated Arizona Wildcats. The Badgers have shown improvement this season, with increased scoring and depth. Players to watch include A.J. Storr, Steven Crowl, and Chucky Hepburn. Wisconsin will aim to slow down Arizona's fast pace while also maintaining a higher tempo than usual. Coach Greg Gard is not on the hot seat, and the Badgers are expected to be a top team in the Big Ten. However, the prediction favors Arizona to win at home with a score of 72-68.
#2 Purdue and #4 Marquette will face off in the Maui Invitational Championship game, with the winner likely becoming the new #1 team in the country. Last year, Purdue narrowly defeated Marquette, but this year both teams are highly regarded. Marquette's ability to attack the paint and Purdue's size advantage will be key factors in the game. The matchup between point guards Braden Smith and Tyler Kolek will also be crucial. Depth and fatigue may play a role, with Marquette's smaller lineup and Purdue's versatile bench players potentially making a difference.
#2 Purdue and #7 Tennessee will face off in the semi-finals of the Maui Invitational. Both teams have strong defenses and balanced offenses. Purdue relies on dominant big man Zach Edey, while Tennessee looks to its physical guards. The matchup between Dalton Knecht and Lance Jones will be key, as Knecht has been a standout scorer for Tennessee. Rebounding and Purdue's strong defense will also play a crucial role in the outcome of the game.
The No. 15 Oregon State Beavers will face off against the No. 18 UCLA Bruins in a top 25 matchup on Saturday. Oregon State is looking to become bowl eligible as they head into their bye week. The game will feature a battle between UCLA's strong defense, which has held four consecutive opponents to fewer than 300 yards offense, and Oregon State's potent running game. Both teams will be looking to secure a victory in this highly anticipated matchup.