Akron Zips

Basketball NCAAB Wed 26 Feb 07:00

Ball State Cardinals

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Get With Akron to Cover the Line

Back Akron against the spread, with a generous betting line of -8.5 that they overcome Ball State. There are odds of 1.98 that are currently on offer for this value pick.

Akron Have 8 Wins in Last 10 H2H Matchups

Akron Zips were beaten in their previous game and this was on the road. Ohio Bobcats claimed a 84-67 win.

Ball State were winners last time out. It was a 80-66 home victory against Buffalo Bulls.

Akron had the edge in the most recent matchup between these teams. They recorded a 81-73 win over Ball State. Akron have enjoyed three consecutive wins against Ball State. They’ve landed 8 victories from the past 10 head-to-head meetings.

NCAAB Overall PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
Akron 28-6 2876 2532 344 19-0 9-6 7W
Ball State 14-17 2336 2300 36 9-8 5-9 4L
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Expert College Basketball Analysis

We always have a keen eye on team news, while our college basketball handicappers have their finger on the pulse by knowing the latest form. You will also find a compendium of stats which provide some valuable pointers ahead of the action.

Key Akron vs Ball State stats:

  • The -8.5 line has been covered by Akron in 7 of their last 10 games.
  • The -8.5 line has been covered by Akron in 12 of their last 20 games.

Akron vs Ball State Prediction

We’re very excited to see Akron at -8.5 on the spread in this college showdown. We think it’s a really good number for the favorites to cover at odds of 1.98.

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Akron -8.5 Probability

When you look at the latest odds, our pick has a 50.5% chance of landing a return. Our cappers think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be 55-60%. It is the reason why we are recommending this college basketball wager.

Our Pick

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Published 10:52, 25 February 2025

Akron vs Ball State Bet Builder Tips

Spread Akron -8.5
Totals Under 156.5
Result & BTTS 80 Akron / No

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Correct Score Prediction

Akron Akron logo 82 - 69 Ball State logo Ball State

There are lots of different ways to back Akron on the correct score betting and something like 82-69 in their favor might be along the right lines at massive odds.

Akron vs Ball State Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Akron Win on the Cards According to the Books

Akron are 1.32 favorites and that means a 76% chance of winning this college game according to the Moneyline betting odds with the sportsbooks. At 3.50, Ball State are regarded as having a lower probability of winning.

The spread is currently 7.5, with the total points line at 157.5. Basketball bettors love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Total wager. If you’re going for Under 157.5, this outcome can be backed at 1.91.

There’s a chance to back Akron at 1.45 to reach the 20-point total before their opponents. Should you want to go against the favorites, Ball State are available at 2.60.

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Player Props & Micro Betting

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Team Stats

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

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Moneyline

  • 9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 games
  • 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

  • 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

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Total Points

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NCAAB Table Select Season

Mid-American Overall PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
Akron 28-6 2876 2532 344 19-0 9-6 7W
Miami (OH) 25-9 2740 2473 267 17-1 8-8 1L
Kent State 22-11 2433 2256 177 12-5 10-6 1L
Toledo 18-15 2603 2645 -42 12-5 6-10 1L
Ohio 16-16 2554 2449 105 12-3 4-13 3L
Eastern Michigan 16-16 2355 2449 -94 10-5 6-11 2L
Ball State 14-17 2336 2300 36 9-8 5-9 4L
Central Michigan 14-17 2341 2237 104 8-6 6-11 1L
Bowling Green 14-18 2352 2366 -14 9-9 5-9 2L
Western Michigan 12-20 2306 2433 -127 6-9 6-11 1L
Buffalo 9-22 2226 2508 -282 6-9 3-13 2L
Northern Illinois 6-25 2199 2383 -184 5-10 1-15 1W
  • Overall = Overall Wins-Losses
  • PF = Total Points For
  • PA = Total Points Against
  • N. Pts = Point Differential
  • Home = Home Record
  • Away = Away Record
  • Strk = Current Streak