Akron vs Ball State Prediction, Picks & Odds | 20 Feb 2026

College Basketball Betting Preview: Akron vs Ball State

The Akron Zips square off against the Ball State, with tip-off scheduled for 18:30 on Friday, February 20.

We’re not sure that Akron and Ball State will reach a certain points threshold. Our prediction is to take the -112 that there are Under 146.5 points.

Akron Zips triumphed in their previous game. It was on the road where Western Michigan Broncos were beaten 90-73.

Ball State were defeated in their last game. On the road, they suffered a 69-57 reverse against Ohio Bobcats.

Head-to-Head Statistics

It was Akron who came out on top when they last played Ball State. A 87-77 win was recorded. Akron have five straight victories against Ball State. They have won 9 of the 10 previous head-to-head matchups.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Akron	21-5	2337	1946	391	14-2	7-3	2W
Ball State	8-18	1716	1820	-104	6-6	2-12	3L

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Akron vs Ball State Prediction & Picks

Approach Akron vs Ball State fully prepared with our expert match prediction, likely correct score outcome and a hand-picked bet builder designed for value.

Game Prediction

Let’s shoot for a total bet for this college matchup, with Under 146.5 points available at odds of -112. This betting pick looks to have plenty of juice in the price.

We closely track recent form and look for patterns that may impact the outcome. The same goes for injuries to key players. When combined with the most relevant college hoops stats, this gives us a strong foundation for accurate basketball picks.

Key Akron vs Ball State stats:

• The 146.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 8 Ball State games.
• The 146.5 line hasn’t been covered in 14 of the last 20 Ball State games.

Under 146.5 Probability

The best sportsbooks are estimating that there is a 52.9% likelihood of this pick delivering a return. After careful examination, our team calculate this probability to be closer to 60%. This is why we regard this as a value bet.

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Our Game Prediction

Under 146.5 Points @ -112 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Akron 78 - 61 Ball State

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Akron vs Ball State Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

The latest Moneyline betting odds give Akron a 93% chance of winning this college game which means they’re overwhelming -1429 favorites with the sportsbooks. At +810, Ball State are regarded as having a lower probability of winning.

14.5 is the spread and 146.5 is the total points line. The Totals offers basketball fans an alternative way of getting involved. There’s the chance to back Under 146.5 at -112.

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Moneyline

Akron

-1429

Ball State

+810

Point Spread

Akron -14.5

-102

Ball State +14.5

-120

Total Points

Under 146.5

-112

Over 146.5

-110

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Micro betting provides a rollercoaster ride for college basketball bettors. It can be great to enjoy the live lines, with the opportunity to bet on the Next Field Goal. Watch the live action before deciding which way to go.

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Akron Stats

Ball State Stats

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

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

Point Spread

• -14.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games
• -14.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• +14.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games
• +14.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 157.80 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 152.10 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 146.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
• Over 146.5 on the Road: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 84.30 pts and allowed 73.50 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 80.70 pts and allowed 71.40 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 134.00 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 137.20 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 146.5: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games
• Over 146.5 at Home: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 63.70 pts and allowed 70.30 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 69.90 pts and allowed 67.30 pts in the last 10 home games

NCAAB Table Select Season 2025/20262024/20252023/20242022/20232021/20222020/20212019/2020

Mid-American	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Miami (OH)	26-0	2400	1934	466	15-0	11-0	25W
Akron	21-5	2337	1946	391	14-2	7-3	2W
Kent State	19-7	2202	2083	119	13-2	6-5	3W
Bowling Green	16-11	2212	1903	309	11-6	5-5	1L
Buffalo	15-11	2036	1943	93	7-7	8-4	1L
UMass	15-12	2183	2079	104	10-5	5-7	3L
Ohio	14-13	2086	2080	6	11-6	3-7	1W
Toledo	13-13	2102	2018	84	8-4	5-9	1L
Northern Illinois	9-16	1777	1906	-129	6-4	3-12	1W
Eastern Michigan	9-17	1830	1914	-84	6-5	3-12	1W
Western Michigan	9-17	1944	2073	-129	7-6	2-11	1L
Central Michigan	8-18	1903	1999	-96	7-4	1-14	1L
Ball State	8-18	1716	1820	-104	6-6	2-12	3L

• 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

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