Western Michigan vs Buffalo Prediction 2/18/25 College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate a Western Michigan vs Buffalo prediction for this College Basketball game on Tuesday, February 18th at Alumni Arena in Buffalo, New York. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Western Michigan Broncos Betting Preview

The Western Michigan Broncos are 8-17 (5-7) this year after they defeated Miami (OH) by a score of 78-70 in their last game. Western Michigan trailed 32-30 at halftime, but they scored 48 points in the second half for the win. The Broncos shot 41.2% from the field, 25% on three-pointers, and 69.2% on free throws in the game. Chansey Willis Jr. led Western Michigan with 22 points and seven assists, while Donovan Williams added 15 points and 15 rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, the Broncos lost to Akron by a score of 105-92 and Georgia Southern by a score of 83-57. Western Michigan has lost three of their last four games and they are currently tied for seventh in the MAC standings with a 5-7 record. Western Michigan has scored 71.6 points per game and they have allowed 77.1 points per game, while also averaging 38.3 rebounds and 12.0 assists per game this season. Chansey Willis Jr. is averaging 16.4 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 5.5 assists per game, while JaVaughn Hannah is averaging 11.8 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game this year. Western Michigan is shooting 41.9% from the field, 67.8% on free throws, and 27% on three-pointers this season. 

Buffalo Bulls Betting Preview

The Buffalo Bulls are 8-17 (3-9) this season after they lost to Bowling Green by a score of 63-59 in their last game. Buffalo trailed 28-27 at halftime and only scored 32 points in the second half in the loss. The Bulls shot 40.8% from the field, 43.8% on three-pointers, and 57.1% on free throws in the game. Anquan Boldin Jr. led Buffalo with 12 points and seven rebounds, while Tyson Dunn added nine points and three assists in the game. 

Prior to that loss, the Bulls defeated Northern Illinois by a score of 73-67 but did lose to Georgia State by a score of 80-75 before that. Buffalo has lost four of their last five games and they are currently second to last in the MAC standings with a 3-9 record. Buffalo has scored 72 points per game and they have allowed 80.5 points per game, while also averaging 35.2 rebounds and 13.8 assists per game this season. Ryan Sabol is averaging 15.3 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game, while Tyson Dunn is averaging 12.8 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 5.6 assists per game this year. Buffalo is shooting 42.2% from the field, 69.6% on free throws, and 30.1% on three-pointers this season. 

Why Buffalo will beat Western Michigan 

• Buffalo has won 11 of its last 13 games against Western Michigan.
• Western Michigan has lost three of its last four night games.

Total Points Facts

• Twelve of Buffalo’s last 13 home night games against Conference opponents have produced a total of 151 or fewer points.
• Four of Western Michigan’s last five games against non-AP-ranked opponents at Alumni Arena have produced a total of 159+ points.

Western Michigan vs Buffalo Prediction 

Both of these teams come into this game below .500 in conference play, but Buffalo will have the home-court advantage. The Bulls have lost four of their last five games and they are just 1-6 in their last seven home games. Buffalo is shooting 42.2% from the field this year and while their defensive numbers are terrible this year, they have been better in their last two games. Western Michigan has lost three of their last four games and they have allowed 105, 83, and 94 in those three losses. The Broncos are shooting 41.9% from the field this season and they are 2-4 in their last six road games. Both of these teams have been pretty bad this season, but Buffalo has already beaten WMU this year and I like them to do it again here.