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Central Michigan vs Ohio Prediction 2/18/25 College Basketball Picks
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Ohio (13-12) vs Central Michigan (11-14)
February 18, 2025 at 07:00 PM EST
The Line: Betting Odds: Ohio -5.5 — Over/Under: 151.5
The Central Michigan Chippewas and Ohio Bobcats meet Tuesday in college basketball action at the Convocation Center. Here’s a Central Michigan vs Ohio Prediction. This article will include a Central Michigan vs Ohio Pick.
Central Michigan Chippewas Betting PreviewÂ
The Central Michigan Chippewas lost to Akron and Kent State, and they play Western Michigan, Buffalo, and Eastern Michigan next. The Central Michigan Chippewas are averaging 75.1 points on 46.1 percent shooting and allowing 71.7 points on 44 percent shooting. Ugnius Jarusevicius is averaging 15.5 points and 0.6 assists, while Jakobi Heady is averaging 13.7 points and 6.6 rebounds. Anthony Pritchard is the third double-digit scorer and Kyler Vanderjagt is grabbing 2 rebounds. The Central Michigan Chippewas are shooting 31.7 percent from beyond the arc and 71.9 percent from the free throw line. The Central Michigan Chippewas are allowing 32.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 32.5 rebounds per game.
Ohio Bobcats Betting PreviewÂ
The Ohio Bobcats lost to Kent State, beat Bowling Green, and they play Akron, Western Michigan, and Miami OH next. The Ohio Bobcats are averaging 79.7 points on 47.2 percent shooting and allowing 75.3 points on 45.1 percent shooting. AJ Clayton is averaging 14.5 points and 5.6 rebounds, while AJ Brown is averaging 12.9 points and 3 rebounds. Jackson Paveletzke is the third double-digit scorer and Shereef Mitchell is grabbing 2.9 rebounds. The Ohio Bobcats are shooting 35.5 percent from beyond the arc and 77.1 percent from the free throw line. The Ohio Bobcats are allowing 37.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 29.4 rebounds per game.
Why the Ohio Bobcats will win
- Ohio has won 12 of its last 13 games against the Mid-American Conference at Convocation Center (OH).
- Central Michigan has lost each of its last five games at Convocation Center (OH) against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Central Michigan has lost the first half in each of its last four games at Convocation Center (OH) against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Why the Central Michigan Chippewas will win
- Central Michigan has won the first half in eight of its last 10 games.
Total Points Facts
- Thirteen of Central Michigan’s last 15 road night games against the Mid-American Conference have produced a total of 151 or fewer points.
- Each of Ohio’s last six Tuesday games against the Mid-American Conference has produced a total of 157+ points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Ohio ranks 32nd among Division 1 teams for free throw percentage this season (77.1%).
- Ohio ranks 32nd among Division 1 teams for pace this season (71.2).
Central Michigan vs Ohio Injury Report
Central Michigan doesn’t have a player listed on its injury report. Ohio will continue to be without Aidan Hadaway due to a leg injury.
Central Michigan vs Ohio Prediction
I considered Central Michigan and the points because Ohio has had some spotty results lately. However, Ohio is 8-2 SU at home and beat Central Michigan on the road last month. In fact, Ohio has won nine straight games against Central Michigan. The favorite has covered eight of the last 10 games between Central Michigan and Ohio. Central Michigan continues to have issues defensively, allowing 75 or more points in five of its last eight games. Ohio has covered four of its last five games. The line is reasonable. Give me Ohio for a 10th straight win over Central Michigan.
