Ball State vs Akron Prediction, Picks & Odds | 13 Jan 2026

College Basketball Betting Preview: Ball State vs Akron

The Ball State battle the Akron Zips, with tip-off scheduled for 19:00 on Tuesday, January 13.

There are odds of -118 that Akron cover the -20.5 line when they face Ball State. We think this is a great spread for this betting prediction where there is lots of of value available.

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Ball State were defeated in their previous game. On the road, they suffered a 79-71 reverse against UMass Minutemen.

Akron Zips won their last game 77-67. This was a road victory against Bowling Green Falcons.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Akron triumphed 87-82 when they last played Ball State. Akron have racked up four straight wins over Ball State. On the head-to-head front, they have won 9 of the past 10.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Akron	12-4	1494	1211	283	9-2	3-2	2W
Ball State	4-12	1079	1117	-38	4-4	0-8	3L

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Ball State vs Akron Prediction & Picks

Our Ball State vs Akron betting preview covers everything you need, including a key match prediction, correct score insight and a value-packed bet builder recommendation.

Game Prediction

We’re confident that Akron can enjoy a big win in this college matchup, leading us to go against the spread at -20.5. The line makes lots of appeal and there are odds of -118 that can be taken for the favorites.

The college hoops handicappers at Sportsgambler.com start by analyzing recent form and staying on top of injury news before making any basketball picks. From there, we interpret the story the stats are telling to help shape our predictions.

Key Ball State vs Akron stats:

• The -20.5 line has been covered by Akron in 6 of their last 10 games at home.

Akron -20.5 Probability

Based on the latest odds from the top sportsbooks, our pick carries a 54.1% chance of winning. After careful examination, our cappers calculate this probability to be closer to 60%. This college basketball wager can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Game Prediction

Akron -20.5 @ -118 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Ball State 62 - 86 Akron

A 86-62 win for Akron is clearly a risky bet although this could be an exciting correct score option where there’s the chance to enjoy a huge potential return.

Ball State vs Akron 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.

At betting odds of -10000 with the sportsbooks, Akron are regarded as 99% likely to win this college game. Ball State are the underdogs at +2000 and they’re regarded as least likely to win.

The spread is currently 20.5, with the total points line at 154.5. A bet on the Totals allows fans to use the latest basketball data to good effect. If you fancy Under 154.5, then the odds are -105.

Consider every angle when placing your college hoops bets. The top basketball betting sites offer a huge selection of game lines and team props, and it’s all about finding a wager that fits your prediction of the game.

Moneyline

Ball State

+2000

Akron

-10000

Point Spread

Ball State +20.5

-104

Akron -20.5

-118

Total Points

Under 154.5

-105

Over 154.5

-115

The gambling sites will have player props available for each game. Check out the various betting odds and take a view on whether a player’s Total Points, Three-Pointers, Blocks or Steals will hit over or under a certain line.

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Ball State Stats

Akron Stats

Moneyline

• 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games
• 0 wins and 10 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
• 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +20.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games
• +20.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -20.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games
• -20.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 137.30 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 132.20 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 154.5: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
• Over 154.5 on the Road: Covered in 1 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 67.80 pts and allowed 69.50 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 59.40 pts and allowed 72.80 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 171.30 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 176.50 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 154.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
• Over 154.5 at Home: Covered in 9 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 92.40 pts and allowed 78.90 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 99.50 pts and allowed 77.00 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)	17-0	1578	1229	349	10-0	7-0	17W
Buffalo	13-3	1278	1149	129	7-1	6-2	1L
Akron	12-4	1494	1211	283	9-2	3-2	2W
Kent State	11-4	1339	1242	97	10-1	1-3	1L
Bowling Green	11-6	1496	1203	293	8-4	3-2	2L
Ohio	10-7	1327	1289	38	8-5	2-2	5W
UMass	10-7	1369	1257	112	7-4	3-3	1W
Toledo	9-7	1305	1237	68	5-3	4-4	1L
Eastern Michigan	7-9	1124	1168	-44	4-2	3-7	1L
Western Michigan	7-9	1217	1252	-35	6-2	1-7	1W
Northern Illinois	5-10	1127	1173	-46	4-3	1-7	3L
Central Michigan	5-12	1237	1338	-101	4-3	1-9	1W
Ball State	4-12	1079	1117	-38	4-4	0-8	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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