Akron vs. Ball State Prediction, Odds, College Basketball Picks [1/9/2024]

Ball State and Akron will lock horns in College Basketball action at John E. Worthen Arena on Tuesday, with tipoff at 7:00PM ET.

Dimers.com's comprehensive betting preview for Tuesday's Akron vs. Ball State matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

Akron vs. Ball State Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread

We have used innovative machine learning and data to simulate the result of Tuesday's College Basketball matchup between Akron and Ball State 10,000 times, in line with our coverage of College Basketball picks.

Our famous predictive analytics model gives Akron a 73% chance of beating Ball State, and our predicted final score has Akron winning 72-65.

According to our model, Ball State (+7.5) has a 55% chance of covering the spread, while the Over/Under total of 137.5 points has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.

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Akron vs. Ball State Odds

We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Akron	Ball State
Spread	-7.5 (-105)	+7.5 (-115)
Moneyline	-300	+260
Total	o137.5 (-135)	u137.5 (+114)

• Ball State is the +7.5 underdog against Akron, with -115 at BetMGM Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the favored Akron (-7.5) to cover the spread, BetMGM also has the best odds currently on offer at -105.
• DraftKings Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for Ball State at +260, which means you can bet $100 to profit $260, earning a total payout of $360, if it wins.
• Meanwhile, BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for Akron at -300, where you can risk $300 to win $100 for a total payout of $400 if it comes out on top.
• The Over/Under for total points scored sits at 137.5 with DraftKings, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -135, as well as the best odds for the Under at +114.

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

As always, check out the sportsbooks you have access to in your state for the best College Basketball odds and lines.

Akron vs. Ball State Picks

By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have identified the best betting picks to place on this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Spread	Ball State +7.5	-115
Moneyline	Ball State	+260
Total	Under 137.5	+114

While Akron is more likely to win the game, betting on Ball State moneyline is the best option due to the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the sportsbooks' odds currently available.

Taking advantage of the edges published on Dimers is crucial to achieving long-term profitability.

Dimers' College Basketball best bets are based on detailed simulations and wagering expertise to bring you the best possible plays every day of the year.

Remember, our model updates regularly, so keep an eye on this page for any changes to our betting insights ahead of Akron vs. Ball State on Tuesday January 9, 2024.

Akron vs. Ball State Game Information

Tuesday's action between Ball State and Akron in College Basketball at John E. Worthen Arena is scheduled to begin at 7:00PM ET.

• Who: Akron vs. Ball State
• Date: Tuesday January 9, 2024
• Time: 7:00PM ET / 4:00PM PT
• Venue: John E. Worthen Arena

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Conclusion

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