Kent State Golden Flashes Favored to Win MAC Matchup Against Ohio Bobcats

Game outlook

On Friday night, the Ohio Bobcats and the Kent State Golden Flashes will face off in an anticipated MAC matchup. The Bobcats currently hold a 9-10 season record and have won three out of their four conference games so far. Their opponents, the Golden Flashes, also have a matching conference record of 3-4 and hold a slightly better overall record of 8-9. The game is set to begin at 6:30 PM EST. According to betting odds, Kent State is favored to win with an opening line of -2.5 and the current line being Kent State -3.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Bobcats +125 | Golden Flashes -148

Spread: Bobcats +3 (-110) | Golden Flashes -3 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 149 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Kent St. will win straight-up is 60%.

Ohio Bobcats

The Ohio Bobcats suffered a 67-58 loss to Akron, bringing their season record to 9-10 overall and 3-4 in MAC play. This loss also marks their fifth consecutive road loss this season. The team struggled with shooting, only making 39% of their field goals and 29% of their 3-point attempts. Shereef Mitchell led the team with 14 points, seven rebounds, and three steals, while Jaylin Hunter contributed 11 points, six rebounds, and three assists, and AJ Clayton scored 10 points. The Bobcats have the opportunity to even their overall and conference records with a win against Kent State on Friday night. Offensively, they rank 90th in scoring offense, 124th in field goal percentage, and 179th in 3-point field goal shooting. Defensively, they are 206th in scoring defense, 160th in field goal defense, and 216th in 3-point defense. Additionally, they are ranked 175th in total rebounds per game and 32nd in turnovers per game. In terms of power rankings, Ohio sits at 68 and is ranked 71st in offense, averaging 79.00 points per game. Their defense is ranked 170th, allowing an average of 71.56 points per game. Overall, they have a 9-10 record this season, with a 6-12 ATS record. The team hits 46.03% of their field goals and 70.19% of their free throws, along with making 34.80% of their 3-point attempts. They average 36.28 rebounds, 14.06 offensive assists, and 9.83 turnovers per game. Defensively, Ohio allows opponents to make 43.04% of their field goals and 69.52% of their free throws. They surrender 33.00% of 3-point attempts and average 35.83 defensive rebounds per game. Additionally, they average 10.67 defensive assists and commit 13.78 turnovers per game. LETS GOOO!! 📺ESPN+// https://t.co/I3AB0fUT3x #OUohyeah pic.twitter.com/T8aL6xzIvz