Central Michigan vs Western Michigan Prediction 1/24/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate a Central Michigan vs Western Michigan Prediction for this College Basketball game on Saturday, January 24th. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Western Michigan Broncos Preview

The Western Michigan Broncos have a 7-12 record this season and are tied in the 12th place of the MAC. They have a 1-6 conference record and are coming off a 72-54 home loss against Bowling Green. Their previous three games were a 104-89 away loss against Akron, an 85-82 home loss against Massachusetts and a 79-62 home win against Eastern Michigan.

Offensively, Western Michigan averages 75.9 points per game, while allowing 79.6 points per game defensively. The Broncos shoot with 45% from the field and grab 37.4 rebounds per game, while dishing out 14.1 assists per game. They average 2.7 blocks per game and 5.2 steals per game defensively.

Jalen Griffith leads Western Michigan in scoring, with an average of 14.8 points per game, while shooting with 47% from the field and 87.3% from the free throw line, adding a team-high 4.4 assists. Jayden Brewer is the team’s leading rebounder with 7.1 per game.

Central Michigan Chippewas Preview

The Central Michigan Chippewas have a 5-14 record this season and are tied in the 12th place of the MAC. They have a 1-6 conference record and are coming off a 68-67 home win against Ball State. Their previous three games were a 100-61 away loss against Miami (OH), an 87-85 home win against Kent State and an 82-69 away loss against Akron.

Offensively, Central Michigan averages 71.8 points per game, while allowing 79.3 points per game defensively. The Chippewas shoot with 45% from the field and grab 33.1 rebounds per game, while dishing out 15 assists per game. They average 4.3 blocks per game and 6.3 steals per game defensively.

Noah Claerbaut leads Central Michigan in scoring, with an average of 12.4 points per game, while shooting with 58.7% from the field and 70.2% from the free throw line, and is also the team’s leading rebounder with 6.3 per game. Tamar Adley leads the team in assists with 3.5 per game.

Central Michigan Chippewas @ Western Michigan Broncos Betting Trends: January 24, 2026

Why the Western Michigan Broncos will win

• Central Michigan has lost eight of its last nine road night games against Conference opponents.
• Western Michigan has won five of its last six home games following a home loss.
• Central Michigan has lost the first half in each of its last seven night games against Conference opponents.

Why the Central Michigan Chippewas will win

• Western Michigan has lost seven of its last eight games against Conference opponents.
• Central Michigan has won each of its last four games against Western Michigan.
• Central Michigan has won the first half in each of its last eight Saturday games against Conference opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Each of the last 10 games between Central Michigan and Western Michigan have produced a total of 146 or fewer points.
• Each of Central Michigan’s last five games at University Arena have produced a total of 146 or fewer points.

Matchup/League Facts

• Central Michigan ranks 45th among Division 1 teams for opponent free throw percentage this season (68.6%).

Central Michigan vs Western Michigan Prediction

In this Central Michigan vs Western Michigan Prediction, Western Michigan is coming as -5.5 home favorites. Western Michigan has a better overall record and has been above average at home, while Central Michigan has been winless in its 9 road games so far. Both teams have been in terrible form lately, with a 1-5 and 1-7 record in their last 6 and 8 games respectively, but they are 5-1 and 4-1 against the spread, so I cannot take a side in this matchup. They are both 9-3 to the over in their last 12 games combined, allowing 158.9 points per game combined, so I like the over 150.5 points in this one.

Nikos Lagouretos's Pick: Over 150.5