Albany vs UMass Prediction, Picks & Odds | 08 Nov 2025

College Basketball Betting Preview: Albany vs UMass

The Albany Great Danes face the UMass Minutemen, with tip-off scheduled for 18:00 on Saturday, November 8. Our betting preview features expert NCAAB predictions, betting tips, the latest odds and H2H stats.

Don’t Expect Fireworks

Let’s go Under the 156.5 points total as we think this number is unlikely to be reached. Albany and UMass could well end up falling short and -112 can be backed.

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UMass Beat Albany in Pair’s Previous Matchup

Albany Great Danes were beaten in their previous game and this was on the road. Marquette Golden Eagles claimed a 80-53 win.

UMass Minutemen were defeated last time out. They were beaten at home to Marshall Thundering Herd by a 78-72 scoreline.

Head-to-Head Statistics

UMass beat Albany when the teams last met. It was a 92-71 scoreline.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
UMass	0-1	72	78	-6	0-1	0-0	1L
Albany	0-1	53	80	-27	0-0	0-1	1L

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Albany vs UMass Prediction & Picks

We dive into the best Albany vs UMass betting angles, including a key match prediction, our correct score forecast and a value-focused bet builder. Read on for the full breakdown.

Game Prediction

Under 156.5 points looks like an attractive total wager. The teams might not be able to reach this combined amount and we can profit with this college pick at -112.

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Key Albany vs UMass stats:

• The 156.5 line hasn’t been covered in 8 of the last 10 Albany games.
• The 156.5 line hasn’t been covered in 16 of the last 20 Albany games.
• The 156.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 4 UMass games.
• The 156.5 line hasn’t been covered in 9 of the last 10 UMass games.
• The 156.5 line hasn’t been covered in 17 of the last 20 UMass games.

Under 156.5 Probability

According to the top sportsbooks, our pick has a 52.9% chance of winning. However, our research has found that the actual probability is between 55-60%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this college basketball bet.

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Best Bet

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Correct Score Prediction

Albany 73 - 79 UMass

There are a range of correct score lines to choose from and we’re taking a chance on the Minutemen to record a 79-73 victory. There’s a huge return if we get this right.

Albany vs UMass 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.

UMass Big Favorites to Win

With an estimated 84% chance of winning, the sportsbooks are taking no chances with their -526 betting odds about UMass Minutemen triumphing in this college game. Albany are the underdogs at +370 and they’re regarded as least likely to win.

The current spread is 9.5 and the total points line is 156.5. Basketball bettors love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Total wager. If you want to bet Under 156.5, there are odds of -110.

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Moneyline

Albany

+370

UMass

-526

Point Spread

Albany +9.5

-110

UMass -9.5

-110

Total Points

Under 156.5

-110

Over 156.5

-110

Player Props & Micro Betting

If you have a view on Rebounds, Steals, Blocks, Assists or Points, then the player props could be an option. It’s a fantastic way of betting on a player to perform well and the gambling sites provide lots of choice.

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Last 5 & H2H

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Albany Stats

UMass Stats

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +8.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games
• +8.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -8.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 1 of the last 10 games
• -8.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 2 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 147.00 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 146.40 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 156.5: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games
• Over 156.5 on the Road: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 72.60 pts and allowed 74.40 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 72.10 pts and allowed 74.30 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 141.50 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 144.90 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 156.5: Covered in 1 of the previous 10 games
• Over 156.5 at Home: Covered in 1 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 66.50 pts and allowed 75.00 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 71.50 pts and allowed 73.40 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)	2-0	216	121	95	2-0	0-0	2W
Bowling Green	2-0	203	113	90	2-0	0-0	2W
Ball State	2-0	159	118	41	2-0	0-0	2W
Eastern Michigan	1-0	71	49	22	1-0	0-0	1W
Central Michigan	1-0	82	66	16	1-0	0-0	1W
Buffalo	2-0	168	155	13	2-0	0-0	2W
Kent State	1-1	207	205	2	1-1	0-0	1W
Western Michigan	1-1	157	156	1	1-1	0-0	1L
Ohio	1-1	157	157	0	1-1	0-0	1W
Northern Illinois	1-1	174	179	-5	1-0	0-1	1L
Akron	1-1	154	175	-21	1-1	0-0	1L
Toledo	0-1	74	76	-2	0-1	0-0	1L
UMass	0-1	72	78	-6	0-1	0-0	1L

America East	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Vermont	2-0	188	130	58	2-0	0-0	2W
UMBC	1-0	74	53	21	1-0	0-0	1W
NJIT	1-0	72	61	11	0-0	1-0	1W
New Hampshire	1-1	151	119	32	1-0	0-1	1W
UMass Lowell	1-1	154	165	-11	1-0	0-1	1L
Binghamton	1-1	113	141	-28	1-0	0-1	1W
Maine	0-1	47	67	-20	0-0	0-1	1L
Albany	0-1	53	80	-27	0-0	0-1	1L
Bryant	0-2	111	156	-45	0-0	0-2	2L

• 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