| MATCHUP | Central Michigan Chippewas | Loyola Chicago Ramblers |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 3-4 | 1-7 |
| Spread | +6.5 -112 | -6.5 -108 |
| Moneyline | +225 | -278 |
| Total | Over 140.5 (-110) | Under 140.5 (-110) |
| Where | Gentile Arena, Chicago, IL | |
| When | Tuesday, December 2, 2025 | |
| Time | 08:00 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
The Central Michigan Chippewas and Loyola-Chicago Ramblers meet Tuesday in the college basketball action at the Gentile Arena. Here’s a Central Michigan vs Loyola Chicago Prediction. This article will include a Central Michigan vs Loyola Chicago Pick.
Central Michigan Chippewas Betting Preview
The Central Michigan Chippewas lost to Northern Kentucky and Marquette, and they play Saint Louis next. Central Michigan has lost 4 of its last 6 games.
The Central Michigan Chippewas are averaging 76 points on 46.2 percent shooting and allowing 74 points on 42.8 percent shooting. Nathan Claerbaut is averaging 11.4 points and 1.3 assists, while Logan McIntire is averaging 10.1 points and 3.3 rebounds. Tamario Adley is dishing 3.9 assists and Phat Phat Brooks is grabbing 2.9 rebounds. The Central Michigan Chippewas are shooting 30.7 percent from beyond the arc and 71.6 percent from the free throw line. The Central Michigan Chippewas are allowing 32.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 35.6 rebounds per game.
Loyola-Chicago Ramblers Betting Preview
The Loyola-Chicago Ramblers lost to Northern Iowa and San Jose State, and they play Princeton next. Loyola-Chicago has lost 7 straight games.
The Loyola-Chicago Ramblers are averaging 65 points on 40.2 percent shooting and allowing 76.5 points on 44 percent shooting. Miles Rubin is averaging 12 points and 1.5 assists, while Deywilk Tavarez is averaging 11.1 points and 2.9 rebounds. Justin Moore is the third double-digit scorer and Chuck Love is grabbing 3 rebounds. The Loyola-Chicago Ramblers are shooting 34.4 percent from beyond the arc and 70.2 percent from the free throw line. The Loyola-Chicago Ramblers are allowing 40.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 29.3 rebounds per game.
Why the Loyola Ramblers will win
- Loyola (IL) has won 17 of its last 19 night games at Joseph J. Gentile Arena against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Central Michigan has lost each of its last four road games following a home win.
- Loyola (IL) has won the first half in 26 of its last 33 games against non-Conference opponents at Joseph J. Gentile Arena.
Why the Central Michigan Chippewas will win
- Loyola (IL) has lost each of its last seven games against non-Conference opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Loyola (IL)’s last four home games against the Mid-American Conference have produced a total of 135 or fewer points.
- Four of Central Michigan’s last five night games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 148+ points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Loyola (IL) ranks 364th among Division 1 teams for steals per game this season (3.5).
- Loyola (IL) ranks 363rd among Division 1 teams for pace this season (63.4).
Central Michigan vs Loyola Chicago Prediction
Central Michigan isn’t good and has a recent bad loss to Northern Kentucky, but that doesn’t mean Loyola Chicago should be favored against anybody. Loyola Chicago has lost 7 straight games and has an offense that can’t get out of its own way. Loyola Chicago has scored fewer than 60 points in three straight games. Loyola Chicago is also 0-8 ATS on the season and has failed to cover 9 straight games overall. Loyola Chicago hasn’t covered a game since March 26. You’d think this would be a spot Loyola Chicago turns the corner, but I have to see it. You can’t keep burning holes in the pocket and think I’m coming back. Loyola Chicago is one of 6 teams to not cover a single number this season. Give me Central Michigan and the points.