Western Michigan vs. Akron Prediction, Odds, College Basketball Picks [1/16/2024]

Akron and Western Michigan will lock horns in College Basketball action at James A. Rhodes Arena on Tuesday, with tipoff at 7:00PM ET.

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

Western Michigan vs. Akron Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread

We have used advanced machine learning and data to simulate the outcome of Tuesday's College Basketball game between Western Michigan and Akron 10,000 times, in keeping with our coverage of College Basketball predictions.

Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives Akron an 88% chance of beating Western Michigan, and our predicted final score has Akron winning 81-68.

According to our model, Western Michigan (+13.5) has a 51% chance of covering the spread, while the 147.5-point Over/Under has a 54% chance of going over.

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Western Michigan vs. Akron Odds

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

Bet Type	Western Michigan	Akron
Spread	+13.5 (-102)	-13.5 (-120)
Moneyline	+800	-1050
Total	o147.5 (-110)	u147.5 (-110)

• Akron is currently the -13.5 favorite against Western Michigan, with -120 at FanDuel Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the underdog Western Michigan (+13.5) to cover the spread, FanDuel also has the best odds currently on offer at -102.
• DraftKings Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for Akron at -1050, which means you can risk $1,050 to win $100 for a total payout of $1,150 if it gets the W.
• Meanwhile, FanDuel currently has the best moneyline odds for Western Michigan at +800, where you can bet $100 to profit $800, earning a total payout of $900 if it wins.
• The Over/Under is set at 147.5 with BetMGM Sportsbook, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -110, as well as the best odds for the Under at -110.

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

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

Western Michigan vs. Akron Picks

By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have determined the best betting picks for this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Spread	Western Michigan +13.5	-102
Moneyline	Western Michigan	+800
Total	Over 147.5	-110

While Akron is more likely to win the game, taking Western Michigan moneyline is the best option because of the edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the betting odds currently on offer.

Taking advantage of the edges seen here at Dimers is pivotal to being a profitable sports bettor in the long run.

Our College Basketball best bets are based on complex modeling and betting intelligence to bring you the best possible plays every day of the year.

Don't forget, our model updates regularly, so keep checking this page for the latest betting analysis before Western Michigan vs. Akron on Tuesday January 16, 2024.

Western Michigan vs. Akron Game Information

Tuesday's matchup between Akron and Western Michigan in College Basketball at James A. Rhodes Arena is scheduled to start at 7:00PM ET.

• Who: Western Michigan vs. Akron
• Date: Tuesday January 16, 2024
• Time: 7:00PM ET / 4:00PM PT
• Venue: James A. Rhodes Arena

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Conclusion

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