| MATCHUP | Akron Zips | Miami (OH) Redhawks |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 10-4 | 15-0 |
| Where | Millett Hall, Oxford, OH | |
| When | Saturday, January 3, 2026 | |
| Time | 03:30 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
Akron Zips Betting Preview
The Akron Zips lost to Murray State, beat Eastern Michigan, and they play Central Michigan next. Akron has won 5 of its last 6 games.
The Akron Zips are averaging 97.2 points on 53.2 percent shooting and allowing 76.9 points on 42.1 percent shooting. Tavari Johnson is averaging 20.5 points and 5.1 assists, while Amani Lyles is averaging 15.2 points and 6.4 rebounds. Shammah Scott is the third double-digit scorer and Evan Mahaffey is grabbing 5.1 rebounds. The Akron Zips are shooting 38.6 percent from beyond the arc and 75.4 percent from the free throw line. The Akron Zips are allowing 34.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 36 rebounds per game.
Miami Ohio RedHawks Betting Preview
The Miami Ohio RedHawks beat Ball State and Bowling Green, and they play Western Michigan next. Miami Ohio has won 14 straight games.
The Miami Ohio RedHawks are averaging 95 points on 54.6 percent shooting and allowing 72 points on 41.8 percent shooting. Brant Byers is averaging 14.6 points and 0.4 assist, while Evan Ipsaro is averaging 13.9 points and 2.4 rebounds. Almar Atlason is the third double-digit scorer and Peter Sudar is grabbing 4.2 rebounds. The Miami Ohio RedHawks are shooting 43.9 percent from beyond the arc and 77.8 percent from the free throw line. The Miami Ohio RedHawks are allowing 31 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 34.1 rebounds per game.
Why the Miami RedHawks will win
- Miami (OH) has won each of its last 22 games at John D. Millett Hall.
- Akron has lost three of its last four games at John D. Millett Hall following a home win.
- Miami (OH) has won the first half in each of its last 14 day games at John D. Millett Hall.
Why the Akron Zips will win
- Akron has won 24 of its last 25 games against Conference opponents.
- Akron has won the first half in nine of its last 10 day games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Fifty of Miami (OH)’s last 51 day games against Conference opponents have produced a total of 172 or fewer points.
- Thirty-nine of Akron’s last 44 games against Conference opponents have produced a total of 174 or fewer points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Miami (OH) ranks 1st among Division 1 teams for field goal percentage this season (54.6%).
- Miami (OH) ranks 1st among Division 1 teams for three-point percentage this season (43.9%).
- Akron ranks 1st among Division 1 teams for assist to turnover ratio this season (2.16).
- Akron ranks 1st among Division 1 teams for field goals made per game this season (36.1).
Akron vs Miami (OH) Prediction
Akron may be the more talented team, but we’re getting a free bucket with an undefeated Miami (OH) side that’s also 9-2 ATS on the season. Miami (OH) also just upset Bowling Green on the road as 6-point dogs. Clearly, oddsmakers don’t believe in Miami (OH), but the RedHawks have passed every test up to this point. Until that changes, I’ll gladly take the more favorable line. Miami (OH) is winning and cashing tickets. That’s the name of the game, baby. Give me the bucket.