Kent State University’s Delrecco Gillespie (23) drives to the basketball while guarded by Eastern Michigan University’s Mohammad Habhab (4), Feb. 11, 2026, at M.A.C. Center in Kent, Ohio.
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Central Michigan vs Eastern Michigan Prediction 2/17/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

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MATCHUP Central Michigan Chippewas Eastern Michigan Eagles
Team Records 8-17 9-17
Spread +4.5 -108 -4.5 -112
Moneyline +185 -225
Total Over 143.5 (-115) Under 143.5 (-105)
Where Gervin GameAbove Center, Ypsilanti, MI
When Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Time 06:30 PM EST
TV ESPN+

The Central Michigan Chippewas and Eastern Michigan Eagles meet Tuesday in college basketball action at the Gervin GameAbove Center. Here’s a Central Michigan vs Eastern Michigan Prediction. This article will include a Central Michigan vs Eastern Michigan Pick.

Central Michigan Chippewas Betting Preview


The Central Michigan Chippewas lost to Louisiana, beat Northern Illinois and they play Western Michigan next. Central Michigan has lost 10 of its last 14 games.

The Central Michigan Chippewas are averaging 74 points on 46.8 percent shooting and allowing 77.3 points on 45.9 percent shooting. Nathan Claerbaut is averaging 12.4 points and 1.6 assists, while Tamario Adley is averaging 11.8 points and 4.4 rebounds. Logan McIntire is the third double-digit scorer and Phat Phat Brooks is grabbing 2.7 rebounds. The Central Michigan Chippewas are shooting 32.7 percent from beyond the arc and 70.5 percent from the free throw line. The Central Michigan Chippewas are allowing 34.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 30.1 rebounds per game.

Eastern Michigan Eagles Betting Preview


The Eastern Michigan Eagles lost to Kent State and Western Michigan, and they play Toledo next. Eastern Michigan has lost 8 straight games.

The Eastern Michigan Eagles are averaging 71.2 points on 44.7 percent shooting and allowing 73.4 points on 43.9 percent shooting. Mohammad Habhab is averaging 14.2 points and 8.2 rebounds, while Addison Patterson is averaging 14.1 points and 5.3 rebounds. Carlos Hart is the third double-digit scorer and Jon Sanders II is grabbing 1.2 rebounds. The Eastern Michigan Eagles are shooting 33.9 percent from beyond the arc and 72.1 percent from the free throw line. The Eastern Michigan Eagles are allowing 33.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 31.9 rebounds per game.

Why the Eastern Michigan Eagles will win

  • Central Michigan has lost 10 of its last 11 road night games against Conference opponents.
  • The home team has won nine of Central Michigan’s last 10 games.

Why the Central Michigan Chippewas will win

  • Eastern Michigan has lost each of its last eight games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
  • Central Michigan has won four of its last five night games against Eastern Michigan.
  • Eastern Michigan has lost the first half in six of its last eight games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Total Points Facts

  • Each of Central Michigan’s last four night games against non-AP-ranked opponents at George Gervin GameAbove Center have produced a total of 144+ points.
  • Six of the last seven night games between Central Michigan and Eastern Michigan at George Gervin GameAbove Center have produced a total of 144+ points.

Central Michigan vs Eastern Michigan Prediction


I love my dogs in rivalry games, and we just saw Central Michigan score 100 points on Eastern Michigan a few weeks ago. The underdog has also covered 4 of the last 5 meetings. However, Central Michigan has had zero success on the road, and that previous meeting creates a revenge spot for Eastern Michigan. Also, Eastern Michigan is 18-7 ATS on the season. Only Stephen F. Austin has cashed more tickets this season than Eastern Michigan. That’s the name of the game, folks. Give me the team that keeps putting money in our pocket. Give me Eastern Michigan.

Randy Chambers's Pick: Eastern Michigan -4.5

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