Akron vs Central Michigan Prediction 3/3/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

In this article we will formulate an Akron vs Central Michigan prediction for this College Basketball game on Tuesday, March 3rd 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 24-5 (15-1) this season after they defeated Kent State by a score of 92-70 in their last game. Akron led 47-37 at halftime and they scored 45 points in the second half to pull away with the win. The Zips shot 55% from the field, 50% on three pointers, and 78% on free throws in the game. Tavari Johnson led Akron with 22 points and seven assists, while Shammah Scott added 23 points and one rebound in the win. 

Prior to that game, Akron defeated Buffalo by a score of 95-85 and Ball State by a score of 78-65. The Zips have scored 89.9 points per game with 38.0 rebounds and 19.0 assists per game, while they have allowed 74.7 points against per game this season. Tavari Johnson is averaging 20.7 points and 5.3 assists per game, while Amani Lyles is averaging 14.8 points and 7.4 rebounds per game for the Zips. Akron is shooting 50.5% from the field, 77.9% on free throws, and 37.8% on three pointers this season. 

Central Michigan Chippewas Betting Preview

The Central Michigan Chippewas are 10-19 (6-10) this year after they defeated Buffalo by a score of 75-70 in their last game. Central Michigan led 34-26 at halftime, but they were outscored 44-41 in the second half in the win. The Chippewas shot 47% from the field, 41% on three pointers, and 82% on free throws in the game. Tamario Adley led CMU with 21 points and four rebounds, while Phat Phat Brooks added 14 points and eight assists in the win. 

Prior to that game, Central Michigan lost to Kent State by a score of 83-81, but did beat Western Michigan by a score of 83-70 before that. The Chippewas have scored 73.9 points per game with 33.0 rebounds and 15.1 assists per game, while they have allowed 76.6 points against per game this season. Tamario Adley is averaging 12.9 points and 4.6 rebounds per game, while Nathan Claerbaut is averaging 12.2 points and 5.7 rebounds per game for the Chippewas. Central Michigan is shooting 46.7% from the field, 70.4% on free throws, and 32.9% on three pointers this year. 

Why the Central Michigan Chippewas will win

• Central Michigan has won each of its last four home games.

Why the Akron Zips will win

• Akron has won each of its last 19 night games against the Mid-American Conference.
• Central Michigan has lost eight of its last 10 night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Central Michigan has lost the first half in four of its last five home night games against the Mid-American Conference.

Total Points Facts

• Nine of the last 10 night games between Akron and Central Michigan have produced a total of 158 or fewer points.
• Four of Akron’s last five games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 162+ points.

Akron vs Central Michigan Prediction 

Akron comes into this matchup with a 15-1 record in conference play and they have won five games in a row. The Zips are shooting 51% from the field and they have scored at least 90 points in four of their last five. Central Michigan has alternated wins and losses over their last five games and they are just 6-10 in MAC play. The Chippewas are shooting 47% from the field and they have scored 81+ points in three of their last five. CMU is playing decently well right now, but Akron is on another level. Take the Zips here.

David Racey's Pick: Akron -11.5