Kent State vs Cleveland State Prediction College Basketball Picks 11/23/24

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Cleveland State (3-3) vs Kent State (2-1)

November 23, 2024 at 07:00 PM EST

The Line: Betting Odds: Kent State -2 — Over/Under: 136

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In this article, we will formulate a Kent State vs Cleveland State Prediction for this college basketball game on Saturday, November 23rd, at the Wolstein Center. To formulate this prediction, we will examine:

-The Golden Flashes’ recent form and recent player performance 

-The Vikings’ recent form and recent player performance

-Recent Betting trends and streaks involving Kent State

-Recent Betting trends and streaks involving Cleveland State

-Recent betting trends in games played between Ken State and Cleveland State 

-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for Today’s Game between the Golden Flashes and Vikings.

Kent State Looks to Build on Last Game

Kent State in the last game faced off against Niagara and they were able to secure the 76-73 victory. At halftime, they were up 40-28 and in the second half the defense struggled, but they still held on for the victory. Morgan Safford completed 17 points, seven rebounds, and one assist. There were four different players that put up at least 10 points. Two games ago against Auburn they didn’t play as well and they ended up losing 79-56. Kent State is averaging 75.0 points while their defense is giving up 67.8 points per game. The offense is ranked 223rd while the defense is ranked 126th. 

Cleveland State Offense Looks to Bounce Back

Cleveland State in the last game faced off the Minnesota Golden Gophers and the offense wasn’t good enough. The defense gave up only 58 points, but the offense only managed 47 points and that led to the defeat. The Vikings are averaging 35.2 points while their defense is giving up 25 points per game. Tevin Smith had a strong game putting up 10 points, six rebounds, and two assists. The Vikings are averaging 666.8 points while their defense is giving up 69.8 points per game. In this game, if they want a chance to find success the offense is going to need to get out to a faster start. Cleveland State will play against NJIT, Morehead State, and Milwaukee after this game.

Kent State vs Cleveland State Prediction

This game is going to come down to the offense and the better offensive team is with Kent State. Kent State is averaging 75 points, and they are going to have no issue with running up the score here. Cleveland State’s offense is going to have no answer and this game is going to get out of hand early. Kent State is going to end up cruising here to the victory. Back Kent State against the spread here. 

Shane Mickle's Pick: Kent State -2

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