Akron vs Central Michigan Prediction 2/15/25 College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate an Akron vs Central Michigan prediction for this College Basketball game on Saturday, February 15th at McGuirk Arena in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Akron Zips Betting Preview

The Akron Zips are 19-5 (11-0) this year after they defeated Western Michigan by a score of 105-92 in their last game. Akron led 52-42 at halftime and they added 53 points in the second half in the win. The Zips shot 62.9% from the field, 51.9% on three-pointers, and 68.4% on free throws in the game. Nate Johnson led Akron with 22 points and six rebounds, while Tavari Johnson added 17 points and three rebounds in the win.

Prior to that game, the Zips defeated South Alabama by a score of 80-67 and Ball State by a score of 81-73. Akron has won 12 games in a row and they are currently first in the MAC standings with an 11-0 record. Akron has scored 84.6 points per game and they have allowed 73.5 points per game, while also averaging 40.2 rebounds and 18.7 assists per game this season. Nate Johnson is averaging 13.9 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game, while Tavari Johnson is averaging 12.9 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game this year. Akron is shooting 46.7% from the field, 74.6% on free throws, and 36.8% on three-pointers this season. 

Central Michigan Chippewas Betting Preview

The Central Michigan Chippewas are 11-13 (4-7) this season after they lost to Kent State by a score of 91-83 in their last game. Central Michigan trailed 48-33 at halftime, but they did score 50 points in the second half in the loss. The Chippewas shot 50.8% from the field, 33.3% on three-pointers, and 81.8% on free throws in the game. Ugnius Jarusevicius led Central Michigan with 32 points and 10 rebounds, while Anthony Pritchard added 18 points and eight assists in the loss. 

Prior to that game, the Chippewas defeated Texas State by a score of 85-70 but did lose to Miami (OH) by a score of 76-70 before that. Central Michigan has alternated wins and losses over their last eight games and they are currently seventh in the MAC standings with a 4-7 record. Central Michigan has scored 74.8 points per game and they have allowed 71.2 points per game, while also averaging 36.3 rebounds and 13.9 assists per game this season. Ugnius Jarusevicius is averaging 14.6 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 0.6 steals per game, while Jakobi Heady is averaging 13.8 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 1.6 assists per game this year. Central Michigan is shooting 46.4% from the field, 71.1% on free throws, and 31.8% on three-pointers this season. 

Why Central Michigan will beat Akron

• Central Michigan has won each of its last four home games following a road loss.

Why Akron will beat Central Michigan 

• Akron has won each of its last 14 games against Conference opponents.
• Central Michigan has lost three of its last four games against the Mid-American Conference.

Akron vs Central Michigan Prediction 

Akron comes into this matchup with a perfect 11-0 conference record on the season, but they will be on the road for this game. The Zips are shooting 46.7% from the field this year and they have scored at least 80 points in five straight games. Central Michigan hasn’t been able to string any wins together over the last few weeks, but they have scored at least 83 points in three of their last four games. The Chippewas lost their first meeting with Akron by a score of 87-71 and I expect this game to be high scoring as well. Take the over here.