The Northwestern Wildcats will host the Michigan Wolverines in their final home game of the season tonight. The Wolverines have owned this series over the years, but this season's Michigan squad hasn't fared well, even against teams that they normally dominate. This looks like a great spot to back the home team.

Here are my keys to the game:

1. Home Cookin' - The Wildcats defeated Indiana at home last week, and they boast a home record of 10-7 overall. Michigan is coming off yet another loss on the road at Maryland, and it's just 2-7 away from home this season.

2. Injuries - Caris Lavert leads the Wolverines in scoring as well as rebounding, but he's done for the season with a foot injury. Michigan has lost seven of 10 without him.

3. X-Factor - Alex Olah scored 22 points on 9-of-12 shooting in a 56-54 loss at Michigan earlier this season. He scored 18 points in 31 minutes at Illinois on Saturday.

Selection: This is a play on the Northwestern Wildcats