College Basketball Player Props – Best NCAAB Prop Bets Today, January 22

Total Points: John Blackwell (WIS) Over 18.5 (-120)

Wisconsin is set up for a productive night on offense, and this matchup against Penn State points directly toward a strong scoring performance from John Blackwell.

The Nittany Lions have struggled to slow opponents all season, allowing 76.3 points per game and ranking 208th nationally in points allowed. That defensive profile is a concern against a Badgers’ team that is comfortable playing through its guards.

JOHN BLACKWELL AT THE BUZZER.

BALLGAME.

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— Wisconsin Basketball (@BadgerMBB) January 14, 2026

Blackwell continues to be Wisconsin’s primary offensive weapon. He is averaging 18.6 points per game on 40.8% shooting and carries one of the heaviest workloads on the roster. His willingness to shoot is a major factor here, as he is taking 13.1 field goal attempts per game and consistently looking for his offense.

Recent form adds even more confidence. Blackwell has scored at least 19 points in three straight games and now draws a defense that has been stretched thin all season. At 18.5 points, the over stands out as a strong college basketball prop bet

Total Points: Nick Boyd (WIS) Over 19.5 (-125)

This matchup sets up well for a productive night from the backcourt, and Nick Boyd stands out as a strong scoring option against Penn State. With both teams leaning on guard play, Boyd should see plenty of opportunity to carry the offensive load and push past his scoring line.

Boyd enters Thursday night averaging 19.9 points per game while shooting an efficient 48% from the field. He is coming off one of his best performances of the season, pouring in 32 points on 50% shooting against Rutgers. That outing highlighted his confidence and willingness to take over when the offense runs through him.

Wisconsin's Nick Boyd led the Badgers to a win over #2 Michigan:

31 MIN
22 PTS
3 REB
6 AST
1 BLK
1 STL
8-16 FG
1-2 3PT
5-5 FT

Do Boyd and the Badgers deserve more hype in the Big Ten?? 🤔🤔 pic.twitter.com/pmHs3vMlzD

— MBB Performances (@mbbperformances) January 11, 2026

Volume and consistency continue to support the over. Boyd is never hesitant to shoot and has converted his chances at a high rate. He has scored at least 20 points in four of his last five games, showing a reliable scoring floor.