Cornell vs Kent State Prediction, Picks & Odds | 07 Nov 2025

College Basketball Betting Preview: Cornell vs Kent State

The Cornell Big Red square off against the Kent State Golden Flashes, with tip-off scheduled for 19:00 on Friday, November 7. Our betting preview features expert NCAAB predictions, betting tips, the latest odds and H2H stats.

Under 165.5 Looks Good Value

The -110 for Under 165.5 points to be scored by the two teams looks like really good value. Our prediction is that Cornell and Kent State might not collectively reach this total.

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Both Teams Suffered Defeat in Previous Game

Cornell Big Red were beaten in their previous game and this was on the road. Yale Bulldogs claimed a 90-84 win.

Kent State Golden Flashes lost when they last took to the court. They were turned over 103-97 (OT) at home to Troy Trojans.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Kent State	0-1	97	103	-6	0-1	0-0	1L
Cornell	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-

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Cornell vs Kent State Prediction & Picks

Our Cornell vs Kent State tips include the main match prediction, a correct score forecast and bet builder picks. Each section below offers expert insight into the key betting angles.

Game Prediction

Totals wagering for this college contest provides lots of value at -110. The line is set at 165.5 and we’d be surprised if the combined points total exceeds that amount.

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Key Cornell vs Kent State stats:

• The 165.5 line hasn’t been covered in 11 of the last 20 Cornell games.
• The 165.5 line hasn’t been covered in 8 of the last 10 Kent State games.
• The 165.5 line hasn’t been covered in 4 of the last 5 Kent State games.

Under 165.5 Probability

According to the best betting apps, our pick has a 52.4% chance of delivering a return. However, our cappers think that the probability is close to 60% taking all factors into consideration. This is why we regard this as a value wager.

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Correct Score Prediction

Cornell 76 - 86 Kent State

For those wanting a big return from a small stake, consider the correct score lines. For example, Kent State can be backed to win 86-76 at huge betting odds.

Cornell 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.

Kent State Favorites to Win According to the Books

With a 71% chance of securing victory, Kent State are favorites for this college game and the sportsbooks have them at betting odds of -244. At +194, Cornell are regarded as having a lower probability of winning.

The spread is currently 5.5, with the total points line at 165.5. The Totals offers basketball fans an alternative way of getting involved. There’s the chance to back Under 165.5 at -110.

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Moneyline

Cornell

+194

Kent State

-244

Point Spread

Cornell +5.5

-110

Kent State -5.5

-110

Total Points

Under 165.5

-110

Over 165.5

-114

Player Props & Micro Betting

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Last 5 & H2H

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Cornell Stats

Kent State 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

• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +5.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games
• +5.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -5.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games
• -5.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 165.90 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 166.00 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 165.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 165.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 84.60 pts and allowed 81.30 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 83.50 pts and allowed 82.50 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 151.00 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 155.00 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 165.5: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games
• Over 165.5 at Home: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 77.80 pts and allowed 73.20 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 80.10 pts and allowed 74.90 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
Bowling Green	2-0	203	113	90	2-0	0-0	2W
Eastern Michigan	1-0	71	49	22	1-0	0-0	1W
Northern Illinois	1-0	102	82	20	1-0	0-0	1W
Central Michigan	1-0	82	66	16	1-0	0-0	1W
Miami (OH)	1-0	87	72	15	1-0	0-0	1W
Akron	1-0	85	71	14	1-0	0-0	1W
Ball State	1-0	75	64	11	1-0	0-0	1W
Buffalo	1-0	85	79	6	1-0	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
Toledo	0-1	74	76	-2	0-1	0-0	1L
Kent State	0-1	97	103	-6	0-1	0-0	1L
UMass	0-1	72	78	-6	0-1	0-0	1L

Ivy League	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Brown	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Columbia	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Cornell	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Dartmouth	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Harvard	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Penn	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Princeton	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Yale	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-

• 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