Akron vs Kent State Prediction, Bet Builder Tips & Odds | NCAAB, 31 Jan 2025

Akron Set to Deliver Victory

There’s a strong case that Akron will end up winning and that means wagering the road team on the Moneyline. You can get a generous +104 that they overcome Kent State.

62-61 Akron Triumph in Previous H2H

Akron Zips won their previous game 80-70. This was a road victory against Northern Illinois Huskies.

Kent State Golden Flashes won their last game, beating Bowling Green Falcons at home. It was a 75-57 win.

Akron won the most recent matchup between these teams. A 62-61 victory was registered against Kent State. Akron have racked up three straight wins over Kent State. On the head-to-head front, they have won 6 of the past 10.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Akron	28-6	2876	2532	344	19-0	9-6	7W
Kent State	22-11	2433	2256	177	12-5	10-6	1L

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Expert College Basketball Analysis

The college basketball picks are only provided once we have a handle on the team news and the latest form guide. We are also on point when it comes to the most valuable stats.

Key Akron vs Kent State stats:

• Akron have won all of their last 5 games.
• Akron have won 9 of their last 10 games.
• Akron have won 8 consecutive games.
• Kent State have lost 3 of their last 5 games.
• Kent State have lost their last 3 games against Akron.

Akron vs Kent State Prediction

The best wager could be taking Akron to simply secure a victory in this college contest. Our pick can be backed at +104 on the Moneyline which yields a potentially nice return.

If you’re looking to squeeze more juice from the odds, consider Akron on the Spread market. Those expecting this team to exceed expectations can wager them to cover the line.

Akron Moneyline Probability

The sportsbooks make it a 49% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. Taking all factors into consideration, our cappers think there’s a stronger chance of success and have a probability interval between 55-60%. This is why we can recommend this college basketball bet.

Our Pick

Akron Moneyline @ +104 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Akron 75 - 72 Kent State

We’ll roll the dice and go for Akron to register a 75-72 victory. We don’t think that there will be too much between the teams and we’re happy to take the massive odds.

Akron vs Kent 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.

Books Predicting a Close Encounter

There are betting odds of -169 that Kent State land victory, with Akron alternatively at +140. The hosts have a 63% chance of victory in the eyes of the most popular sportsbooks.

The spread is calculated to be 3.5, while total points comes in at 144.5. The Totals offers basketball fans an alternative way of getting involved. The Over 144.5 selection is available to back at -105.

If you’re keen on Kent State reaching 20 points before their opponents, the favorites are -160 to oblige. Conversely, Akron can be backed at +120 to make this total first.

If you’re planning to place a bet on a college basketball contest, visit the betting sites and check out the many available game lines and team props. Find the lines which are the most attractive.

Betting Lines & Odds

Moneyline

Akron

+140

Kent State

-169

Point Spread

Akron +3.5

-110

Kent State -3.5

-110

Total Points

Under 144.5

-115

Over 144.5

-105

Player Props & Micro Betting

We’re fond of player props as an alternative to betting on the game result. The gambling sites will have Points, Assists, Three-Pointers, Rebounds and Steals among the choices and you can take a particular view.

Micro betting is something that’s really popular with bettors, with college basketball fans essentially being able to wager in-game when it comes to score, player and team props. Check out the two-way lines where you can bet whether the next shot will be a Two-pointer or a Three-pointer.

Last 5 & H2H

Team Stats

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

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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

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