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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UMass
|
17-16 | 2648 | 2562 | 86 | 11-6 | 6-10 | 1L |
Ohio
|
15-17 | 2492 | 2515 | -23 | 11-8 | 4-9 | 4L |
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.
We track all injuries that could impact each team before making our basketball picks. The form guide and latest stats also help the Sportsgambler.com team crunch the numbers ahead of the college hoops action.
Key Ohio vs UMass stats:
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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Same Game Parlay Picks
We’ve loaded up a same game parlay with the combined picks of Ohio +2.5, Under 157.5 points and Ohio/BTTS No on the Result & Both Teams to Score lines.
The same game parlay option is awesome for bettors wanting a personalised multi-leg wager on the same basketball game. It’s especially good if you have a strong opinion on the likely outcomes and the odds for each selection are combined.
Correct Score Prediction
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.
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.
The latest Moneyline betting odds give UMass Minutemen a 58% chance of winning this college game which means they’re overwhelming -141 favorites with the sportsbooks. Ohio are trading at bigger odds than their opponents and they can be backed at +114.
1.5 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 -114.
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Ohio Stats
UMass Stats
- 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
- 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- +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
- -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
- 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
- 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
| 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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