James Madison (20-3) vs Akron (18-5)
Game Info: Saturday, February 10, 2024 at 6:00 pm (Atlantic Union Bank Center)
Betting Odds: James Madison -6 -- Over/Under: Click Here for the Latest Odds
The Akron Zips are riding a 3-game winning streak. The James Madison Dukes look for a win after winning 6 of their last 7 games. Let’s preview this game and give out a Akron Zips vs James Madison Dukes prediction.
Akron Zips Betting Preview
The Akron Zips recently beat Eastern Michigan, Toledo and Central Michigan. The Akron Zips are averaging 75.9 points on 46.3 percent shooting and allowing 64.3 points on 42.2 percent shooting. Enrique Freeman is averaging 18.5 points and 1.6 assists, while Ali Ali is averaging 15.7 points and 3.6 rebounds. Greg Tribble is dishing 2.3 assists and Sammy Hunter is grabbing 3.2 rebounds. The Akron Zips are shooting 35 percent from beyond the arc and 73.5 percent from the free throw line. The Akron Zips are allowing 30.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 32.6 rebounds per game.
James Madison Dukes Betting Preview
The James Madison Dukes recently beat Coastal Carolina, ODU and Arkansas State. The James Madison Dukes are averaging 85.3 points on 47.6 percent shooting and allowing 69.2 points on 41.5 percent shooting. Terrence Edwards Jr. is averaging 16.7 points and 4.6 rebounds, while TJ Bickerstaff is averaging 13.6 points and 2 assists. Noah Freidel is the third double-digit scorer and Julien Wooden is grabbing 3.1 rebounds. The James Madison Dukes are shooting 34.7 percent from beyond the arc and 69.5 percent from the free throw line. The James Madison Dukes are allowing 29.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 36.5 rebounds per game.
Akron Zips vs James Madison Dukes prediction
The James Madison Dukes are going to get the benefit of the doubt because they're at home, but this line is a bit disrespectful toward the road team. The Akron Zips have been one of the better teams in the MAC this season, they've proven they can win on the road, and they have the offensive horses to give the Dukes some problems. This is a big game for both teams in terms of resume, and to think Akron can't hang around is a mistake. Should be a fun one. Give me Akron and the points.
Randy’s Pick Akron Zips +6
AUTHOR: Randy Chambers
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