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Kent State Basketball Favored to Dominate Against Western Michigan in MAC Clash

Game time: January 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM ET

Venue: M.A.C. Center — Kent, OH

Article updated Jan 13, 11:45 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

On Tuesday, the Western Michigan Broncos will face off against the Kent Golden Flashes at the M.A.C. Center in Kent, Ohio. The Broncos, with a 3-12 record and 0-3 in MAC

Game outlook

On Tuesday, the Western Michigan Broncos will face off against the Kent Golden Flashes at the M.A.C. Center in Kent, Ohio. The Broncos, with a 3-12 record and 0-3 in MAC play, are coming off a loss to Miami (OH). Meanwhile, the Golden Flashes, with an 11-4 record and 2-1 in MAC action, recently defeated Buffalo. Both teams have no players listed on their injury reports. Kent State is the betting favorite, opening at -13. Stay tuned for more insights and sportsbook promos surrounding this matchup.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Broncos +740 | Golden Flashes -1,250

Spread: Broncos +13 (-110) | Golden Flashes -13 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 139.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Kent St. will win straight-up is 93%.

Western Michigan Broncos

In summary, the Western Michigan Broncos have struggled this season, averaging 71.0 points per game on offense and allowing 74.9 points per game on defense. They shoot 42.6% overall and 27.6% from three-point territory. Leading scorer Chansey Willis Jr averages 15.3 points per game. The team is ranked 278th in offense, 275th in defense, and has a power ranking of 239. They have a record of 3-12 and are 5-8-1 against the spread. Western Michigan averages 39.00 rebounds per game and allows opponents to shoot 46.4% overall and 34.9% from three-point territory. The team also struggles with turnovers, averaging 10.57 per game.

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Kent St. Golden Flashes Analysis

The Kent State Golden Flashes basketball team has a strong defensive performance, allowing an average of 62.5 points per game and holding opponents to 40% shooting overall. However, their offensive statistics are not as impressive, with an average of 69.2 points per game and shooting only 40.6% overall. Leading scorer VonCameron Davis averages 16.7 points per game, while Cian Medley leads in assists with 3.7 per game. The team has a power ranking of 70 and is ranked 317th for offense and 11th for defense. Their upcoming matchup against Western Michigan could prove challenging as Western Michigan has had success in previous matchups.

Kent State Basketball Dominates on Both Sides of the Court, Set to Capitalize on Western Michigan's Weak Defense

Kent State's basketball team demonstrates a consistent offensive performance with an average of 69.2 points per game, while shooting at a rate of 40.6%. Their defensive prowess is noteworthy, allowing only 62.5 points per game and a 40% shooting rate, placing them 15th and 37th in the nation, respectively. In comparison, Western Michigan averages 71.0 points per game, but allows 74.9 points per game and a 46.4% shooting rate. Recently, Western Michigan has struggled to cover the spread, achieving success in only one of their last six games, with a 1-4 ATS record against Mid-American Conference opponents. On the other hand, Kent State has covered the spread in 11 of their last 15 games. While Kent State may face challenges on offense, they are expected to capitalize on Western Michigan's weak defense, while their own defense is anticipated to neutralize the Broncos.

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SportsJaw Broncos vs Golden Flashes archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Broncos vs Golden Flashes matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Western Michigan Broncos+740 → +655Moved
  • Moneyline · Kent St. Golden Flashes-1,250 → -1,000Moved
  • Spread · Western Michigan Broncos+13 (-110) → +13 (-110)Unchanged
  • Spread · Kent St. Golden Flashes-13 (-110) → -13 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Over139.5 (-110) → 139.75 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under139.5 (-110) → 139.75 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Western Michigan Broncos
2-12 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Kent St. Golden Flashes
8-4 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 2-8-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-14T04:45:21.884Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

On Tuesday, the Western Michigan Broncos will face off against the Kent Golden Flashes at the M.A.C. Center in Kent, Ohio. The Broncos, with a 3-12 record and 0-3 in MAC play, are coming off a loss to Miami (OH). Meanwhile, the Golden Flashes, with an 11-4 record and 2-1 in MAC action, recently defeated Buffalo. Both teams have no players listed on their injury reports. Kent State is the betting favorite, opening at -13. Stay tuned for more insights and sportsbook promos surrounding this matchup.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-02-06Western Michigan Broncos 61 · Kent St. Golden Flashes 63
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Western Michigan Broncos defeated Kent St. Golden Flashes 94-83

Western Michigan Broncos defeated Kent St. Golden Flashes 94-83 on January 14, 2025, a 11-point decision in the series. Western Michigan Broncos' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 46-40. Against SportsJaw's recorded Western Michigan Broncos +13 (-110) spread, Western Michigan Broncos covered, while the 177 combined points finished over the recorded total of 139.75.

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  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • MaddogSpread · Western Michigan Broncos +13 (-110)Win
  • TgodfreyTotal · Over 139.5 (-110)Win
  • MtgoldsteinSpread · Western Michigan Broncos +13 (-110)Win
  • BluedevilTotal · Over 139.5 (-110)Win
  • DawhizTotal · Under 139.5 (-110)Loss
  • JohnTharpMoneyline · Kent St. Golden Flashes -1,000Loss
  • AdrianMariucciSpread · Western Michigan Broncos +13 (-110)Win