Ball State Cardinals
Basketball NCAAB Fri 13 Nov 21:00
Southern Methodist Mustangs (SMU)
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Ball State vs SMU Predictions

Best Bet

Under 152.5 Points @ -105

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The Teams Might Struggle to Score Big

Wagering on the totals provides lots of value at -105. The line is set at 152.5 and we’d be surprised if Ball State and SMU’ combined points total exceeds that amount.

For Ball State vs SMU, our betting coverage includes our Best Bet, Same Game Parlay and Correct Score Prediction. Explore each section for the full analysis and reasoning behind each pick.

Ball State vs SMU Preview

The Ball State face the SMU Mustangs, with tip-off scheduled for 21:00 on Friday, November 13.

Ball State previous game saw them claim a 89-64 home win over Brescia Bearcats.

SMU Mustangs were winners last time out. It was a 98-63 home victory against Prairie View A&M Panthers.

NCAAB Overall PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
SMU 3-0 278 205 73 3-0 0-0 3W
Ball State 1-2 210 200 10 1-1 0-1 1W
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Best Bet

We’re confident about the number of points to be scored when the teams take to the court in this college showdown. Therefore, the pick is Under 152.5 points which is available at -105.

Key stats supporting our main match prediction:

  • The 152.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 8 Ball State games on the road.
  • The 152.5 line hasn’t been covered in 9 of the last 10 Ball State games on the road.
  • The 152.5 line hasn’t been covered in 17 of the last 20 Ball State games.

Our expert college basketball handicappers study recent form and take injuries into account when assessing each matchup. Before delivering a verdict, we combine that insight with the latest stats to strengthen our analysis.

Under 152.5 Probability

According to the best betting apps, our pick has a 51.3% chance of delivering a return. However, we have this number between 55-60% based on our in-depth research. This college basketball wager can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Published 01:03, 13 November 2026

Same Game Parlay Pick

Totals Under 152.5
Spread Ball State +22.5
Result & BTTS 80 Ball State / No

We’ve loaded up a same game parlay with the combined picks of Under 152.5 points, Ball State +22.5 and Ball State/BTTS No on the Result & Both Teams to Score lines.

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Correct Score Prediction

Ball State Ball State logo 63 - 83 SMU logo SMU

There are stacks of correct score lines on offer and we’re looking at the Mustangs to achieve a winning scoreline of 83-63 where a huge potential return is on the cards.

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Ball State vs SMU 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.

SMU Heavy Favorites in Eyes of the Books

At betting odds of -10000 with the sportsbooks, SMU are regarded as 99% likely to win this college game. For those wanting to back Ball State, you will find +2500 about the underdogs.

The spread is currently 22.5, with the total points line at 152.5. The advantage of the Totals is that you only have to choose from one of two options. If you want to bet Under 152.5, there are odds of -105.

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Team Stats

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

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Moneyline
  • 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
Moneyline
  • 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 home games
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Point Spread
Total Points
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NCAAB Table Select Season

Atlantic Coast Overall PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
Virginia 4-0 372 265 107 4-0 0-0 4W
Notre Dame 4-0 350 257 93 3-0 1-0 4W
SMU 3-0 278 205 73 3-0 0-0 3W
Boston College 3-0 229 159 70 3-0 0-0 3W
Virginia Tech 3-0 277 209 68 2-0 1-0 3W
NC State 3-0 254 187 67 3-0 0-0 3W
Pittsburgh 3-0 257 194 63 3-0 0-0 3W
North Carolina 3-0 265 205 60 3-0 0-0 3W
Georgia Tech 3-0 255 209 46 3-0 0-0 3W
Clemson 3-0 259 222 37 3-0 0-0 3W
Louisville 2-0 191 127 64 2-0 0-0 2W
Duke 2-1 270 181 89 2-1 0-0 1L
Syracuse 2-1 256 190 66 2-0 0-1 1L
Florida State 2-1 275 218 57 2-1 0-0 1L
Miami 2-1 239 185 54 2-0 0-1 2W
Wake Forest 2-1 216 200 16 2-0 0-1 1W
California 2-2 332 319 13 2-2 0-0 2L
Mid-American Overall PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
Central Michigan 3-0 267 206 61 2-0 1-0 3W
Bowling Green 3-0 259 228 31 2-0 1-0 3W
Akron 2-0 187 125 62 1-0 1-0 2W
Ohio 2-0 166 147 19 1-0 1-0 2W
Miami (OH) 2-0 166 150 16 1-0 1-0 2W
Western Michigan 3-1 316 243 73 2-0 1-1 3W
Eastern Michigan 2-1 232 190 42 1-0 1-1 1W
UMass 2-1 198 193 5 1-0 1-1 1W
Kent State 1-2 250 226 24 1-0 0-2 1L
Ball State 1-2 210 200 10 1-1 0-1 1W
Buffalo 1-2 233 237 -4 1-0 0-2 1W
Toledo 1-3 280 314 -34 0-1 1-2 1L
  • 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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