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.

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	29-5	3004	2499	505	19-2	10-3	10W
Ball State	12-19	2093	2154	-61	8-7	4-12	4W

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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.

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Ball State vs Akron 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.

At betting odds of -5000 with the sportsbooks, Akron are regarded as 98% likely to win this college game. Ball State are the underdogs at +1600 and they’re regarded as least likely to win.

The spread is currently 20.5, with the total points line at 153.5. A bet on the Totals allows fans to use the latest basketball data to good effect. If you fancy Under 153.5, then the odds are -110.

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

+1600

Akron

-5000

Point Spread

Ball State +20.5

-110

Akron -20.5

-110

Total Points

Under 153.5

-110

Over 153.5

-110

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.

Instead of focusing on the overall outcome, some bettors prefer to look at the college basketball micro betting lines. As the name suggests, it means placing short-term in-game wagers and this might include Next Field Goal, with the options being for a two-pointer or a three-pointer.

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)	31-1	2901	2409	492	17-1	14-0	1L
Akron	29-5	3004	2499	505	19-2	10-3	10W
Kent State	23-9	2697	2560	137	16-3	7-6	1L
Bowling Green	18-14	2602	2290	312	12-7	6-7	1L
Toledo	19-15	2754	2603	151	13-4	6-11	1L
Buffalo	17-15	2497	2437	60	8-8	9-7	2L
UMass	17-16	2648	2562	86	11-6	6-10	1L
Ohio	15-17	2492	2515	-23	11-8	4-9	4L
Ball State	12-19	2093	2154	-61	8-7	4-12	4W
Central Michigan	10-21	2275	2384	-109	8-5	2-16	2L
Western Michigan	10-21	2318	2464	-146	7-8	3-13	3L
Eastern Michigan	9-21	2105	2231	-126	6-7	3-14	4L
Northern Illinois	9-21	2086	2334	-248	6-7	3-14	5L

• 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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