Ohio vs UMass Prediction, Picks & Odds | 03 Mar 2026

College Basketball Betting Preview: Ohio vs UMass

The Ohio Bobcats battle the UMass Minutemen, with tip-off scheduled for 19:00 on Tuesday, March 3.

We wouldn’t be surprised to see Ohio triumph and it makes sense to take +2.5 on the spread at -112 when they go up against UMass.

Ohio Bobcats lost their previous game, being beaten at home to Toledo Rockets 79-67.

UMass Minutemen were beaten last game and this was on the road. Bowling Green Falcons claimed a 81-62 win.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Ohio won the most recent matchup between these teams. A 86-83 victory was registered against UMass.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Ohio	15-14	2227	2225	2	11-7	4-7	1L
UMass	15-15	2400	2320	80	10-6	5-9	6L

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Ohio vs UMass Prediction & Picks

We cover the key Ohio vs UMass betting angles, showcasing our expert match prediction, correct score selection and a bet builder tailored for the best value.

Game Prediction

Ohio look a value pick at +2.5 on the spread. They could beat the favorites and the -112 about this college wager makes plenty of appeal.

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Key Ohio vs UMass stats:

• The +2.5 line has been covered by Ohio in 12 of their last 20 games.
• The -2.5 line hasn’t been covered by UMass in 6 consecutive games.
• The -2.5 line hasn’t been covered by UMass in 8 of their last 10 games.
• The -2.5 line hasn’t been covered by UMass in 14 of their last 20 games.

Ohio +2.5 Probability

According to the best sportsbooks, there’s a 52.9% likelihood of our pick landing a return. Based on our cappers in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be 55-60%. It's therefore regarded as a value wager.

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Our Game Prediction

Ohio +2.5 @ -112 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Ohio 76 - 74 UMass

We’re expecting a close contest so it might be worth going for Ohio to win by a 76-74 scoreline. You can get a massive price and we should hopefully get a run for our money.

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Ohio vs UMass 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.

Ohio are such big underdogs for this college game that some sportsbooks aren’t even offering the Moneyline. However, the spread is an attractive option for bettors as it presents a more level playing field.

2.5 is where the spread lies, with total points being 156.5 right now. Basketball bettors love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Total wager. If you’re going for Under 156.5, this outcome can be backed at -112.

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Moneyline

Ohio

-

UMass

-

Point Spread

Ohio +2.5

-112

UMass -2.5

-108

Total Points

Under 156.5

-112

Over 156.5

-108

The gambling sites also allow you to place player prop bets such as Points, Assists, Steals and Rebounds. This means you can focus on an individual player’s performance rather than wager on the actual outcome of the game in question.

Among the various options for wagering on college basketball, you will find that micro betting is provided. It focuses on short-term in-game outcomes such as Next Field Goal, where you select if the shot will be a two or three-pointer.

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Ohio Stats

UMass Stats

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

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

Point Spread

• +2.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games
• +2.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -2.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 2 of the last 10 games
• -2.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 150.30 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 156.00 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 157.5: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
• Over 157.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 74.40 pts and allowed 75.90 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 75.70 pts and allowed 80.30 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 162.30 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 156.80 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 157.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 157.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 79.40 pts and allowed 82.90 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 81.70 pts and allowed 75.10 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)	29-0	2634	2142	492	16-0	13-0	27W
Akron	24-5	2606	2166	440	15-2	9-3	5W
Kent State	20-8	2355	2256	99	14-3	6-5	1L
Bowling Green	17-13	2449	2144	305	12-7	5-6	1W
Toledo	16-13	2354	2229	125	10-4	6-9	3W
Buffalo	16-13	2277	2199	78	7-8	9-5	2L
Ohio	15-14	2227	2225	2	11-7	4-7	1L
UMass	15-15	2400	2320	80	10-6	5-9	6L
Central Michigan	10-19	2142	2222	-80	8-4	2-15	1W
Ball State	10-19	1934	2014	-80	7-7	3-12	2W
Western Michigan	10-19	2169	2304	-135	7-7	3-12	1L
Eastern Michigan	9-19	1969	2082	-113	6-6	3-13	2L
Northern Illinois	9-19	1955	2138	-183	6-6	3-13	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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