| MATCHUP | Massachusetts Minutemen | Eastern Michigan Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 9-4 | 6-7 |
| Where | Gervin GameAbove Center, Ypsilanti, MI | |
| When | Tuesday, December 30, 2025 | |
| Time | 07:30 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
The Massachusetts Minutemen and the Eastern Michigan Eagles will meet on Tuesday evening in a non‑conference matchup at the George Gervin GameAbove Center in Ypsilanti, Michigan.
Massachusetts Minutemen Betting Preview
The Massachusetts Minutemen enter Tuesday’s contest with a 9–4 win-loss record. The Minutemen have amassed wins over Oregon State, Harvard, UMass Lowell, Albany, Boston College and the Central Connecticut Blue Devils, while losing games to Green Bay, Marshall and the Temple Owls. In the Massachusetts Minutemen’s 76–74 victory over the Boston College Eagles earlier this month, Massachusetts guard Marcus Banks Jr. tallied 29 points on 10 of 17 shooting from the field and 6 of 10 from three-point range illustrating his ability to provide elite backcourt scoring.
The Massachusetts Minutemen average 73.3 points on 45.9 percent shooting from the field and 33 percent shooting from three‑point range per game. On the defensive side of the basketball the Minutemen are allowing opponents 73.3 points on 43.5 percent shooting from the field per contest.
Senior guard Marcus Banks Jr. leads the Massachusetts Minutemen averaging 16.4 points, 2.5 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.1 steals per game. Senior Leonardo Bettiol provides the Minutemen with a strong presence in the paint averaging 16.5 points, 7.8 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 0.6 steals per game. Junior Jayden Ndjigue is averaging 6.4 points and 6.8 rebounds per contest.
Eastern Michigan Eagles Betting Preview
The Eastern Michigan Eagles enter Tuesday’s contest with a 6–7 record, including a 4–1 mark at home this season. The Eagles have compiled wins over Georgia State, Detroit Mercy and Cincinnati Bearcats, while dropping games to Pittsburgh, Louisville and the Akron Zips. In the Eastern Michigan Eagles dominant 86-48 win over the Cleary University Cougars three weeks ago, Eastern Michigan forward Addison Patterson accumulated 13 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists.
The Eastern Michigan Eagles average 74.6 points on 43.5 percent shooting from the field and 34.3 percent shooting from behind the arc per game. Defensively, the Eagles are allowing opponents 74.5 points per contest.
Freshman guard Moe Habhab leads the Eastern Michigan Eagles with 14.5 points on 42.2 percent shooting per game. Senior guard Carlos Hart is averaging 13.4 points, 5.4 rebounds, 3 assists and 1.2 steals per contest. Senior forward Addison Patterson provides the Eagles with a strong interior presence averaging 11.8 points, 5 rebounds, 2.2 assists, and 1 steal per game. In summary, Eastern Michigan’s home court strength and overall balanced scoring certainly give them a chance to stay competitive in this matchup.
Why the Massachusetts Minutemen will win
• Balanced scoring. Senior guard Marcus Banks Jr. and forward Leonardo Bettiol lead a versatile offensive attack.
• Rebounding edge. Forwards Leonardo Bettiol and Jayden Ndjigue combine for over 14 rebounds per game.
• Momentum. The Massachusetts Minutemen have won 6 of the team’s last 7 games played this season, including a convincing 103-95 victory over the Florida State Seminoles two weeks ago.
Why the Eastern Michigan Eagles will win
• Home court advantage. Eastern Michigan is 4–1 at home and plays significantly better in Ypsilanti.
• Guard scoring. Freshman guard Moe Habhab leads the Eastern Michigan Eagles with 14.5 points on 42.2 percent shooting per game.
Massachusetts Minuteman vs. Eastern Michigan Eagles Prediction
The Eastern Michigan Eagles have been strong at home this season and have shown the ability to compete with winning teams. With that said, the Massachusetts Minutemen are the better team on paper when considering scoring, defensive consistency and overall roster depth. If the Massachusetts Minuteman can control the paint and maintains its offensive pace, the Minuteman should be able to create separation in the second half and secure a road victory.