| MATCHUP | Kent State Golden Flashes | Bowling Green Falcons |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 19-7 | 16-10 |
| Spread | +2.5 -105 | -2.5 -115 |
| Moneyline | +130 | -155 |
| Total | Over 151.5 (-110) | Under 151.5 (-110) |
| Where | Stroh Center, Bowling Green, OH | |
| When | Tuesday, February 17, 2026 | |
| Time | 07:00 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
The Kent State Golden Flashes and Bowling Green Falcons meet Tuesday in college basketball action at the Stroh Center. Here’s a Kent State vs Bowling Green Prediction. This article will include a Kent State vs Bowling Green Pick.
Kent State Golden Flashes Betting Preview
The Kent State Golden Flashes beat Eastern Michigan and Ball State, and they play Central Michigan next. Kent State has won 7 of its last 10 games.
The Kent State Golden Flashes are averaging 86 points on 45.8 percent shooting and allowing 80 points on 43.4 percent shooting. Delrecco Gillespie is averaging 19.1 points and 11.9 rebounds, while Morgan Safford is averaging 13.6 points and 1.6 assists. Rob Whaley Jr. is the third double-digit scorer and Cian Medley is grabbing 2.3 rebounds. The Kent State Golden Flashes are shooting 35.1 percent from beyond the arc and 74.3 percent from the free throw line. The Kent State Golden Flashes are allowing 34.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 36.9 rebounds per game.
Bowling Green Falcons Betting Preview
The Bowling Green Falcons beat Northern Illinois and Toledo, and they play Miami OH next. Bowling Green has split its last 10 games.
The Bowling Green Falcons are averaging 82.4 points on 48.4 percent shooting and allowing 70.2 points on 43 percent shooting. Javontae Campbell is averaging 18.5 points and 4.7 rebounds, while Sam Towns is averaging 12 points and 6.4 rebounds. Josiah Shackelford is the third double-digit scorer and Mayar Wol is grabbing 2.8 rebounds. The Bowling Green Falcons are shooting 4.5 percent from beyond the arc and 73.8 percent from the free throw line. The Bowling Green Falcons are allowing 33.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 32.3 rebounds per game.
Why the Bowling Green Falcons will win
- Bowling Green has won each of its last three games against Conference opponents.
- Kent State has lost each of its last three road games following a road win.
- Kent State has lost the first half in five of its last six night games against Conference opponents.
Why the Kent State Golden Flashes will win
- Kent State has won each of its last nine night games against Bowling Green.
- Bowling Green has lost six of its last seven home night games against the Mid-American Conference.
- Kent State has won the first half in three of its last four games against Bowling Green.
Total Points Facts
- Seven of Bowling Green’s last eight games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 150 or fewer points.
- Each of Kent State’s last five road games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 151 or fewer points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Bowling Green ranks 20th among Division 1 teams for defensive rating this season (97.6).
- Bowling Green ranks 28th among Division 1 teams for point differential per game this season (+12.2).
- Kent State ranks 18th among Division 1 teams for pace this season (72.4).
- Kent State ranks 20th among Division 1 teams for points per game this season (86.0).
Kent State vs Bowling Green Prediction
Bowling Green is getting the benefit of the doubt because it’s at home, but you can argue Kent State is the better team. Kent State has won 19 games this season, and this will be just the third time it’s an underdog. Kent State beat Bowling Green last month and has won the last 10 meetings overall. Kent State has 5 road wins. Yes, Kent State doesn’t cash tickets with its 9-15 ATS record, but it has an above-average offense and has owned the H2H over the years. Since January 24, Bowling Green is just 3-3 SU as a favorite. Give me the points.