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Toledo and Ohio Ready for Epic Showdown in Crucial MAC Matchup

The Toledo Rockets and Ohio Bobcats, both with identical overall and MAC records, are set to face off in a crucial Mid-American Conference game at the Convocation Center in Athens, Ohio. Toledo is coming off a solid victory against Bowling Green, while Ohio secured a win against Kent State to snap a two-game losing streak. Both teams are two games behind first place in the MAC standings. While Toledo is injury-free, Ohio's Aidan Hadaway is listed as questionable. With Ohio as the slight betting favorite, this matchup promises to be an exciting and closely contested game. Be sure to check out our detailed prediction for this game and make the most of our expert NCAAB picks to potentially win big.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Rockets +121 | Bobcats -148
• Spread: Rockets +2.5 (-110) | Bobcats -2.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 161.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Ohio will win straight-up is 60%.

Toledo vs Ohio Stats

Toledo Rockets

Toledo Rockets have shown a solid performance this season, scoring an average of 77.8 points per game while allowing 77.5 points per game. The team shoots 46.4% overall and 33.6% from 3-point territory. Sonny Wilson leads the team in scoring with an average of 15.3 points per game, followed by Sam Lewis with 14.3 points per game. Javan Simmons leads in rebounds and Isaiah Adams in steals and blocked shots. Defensively, the Rockets allow opponents to shoot 47.0% overall and 34.2% from 3-point territory. With a power ranking of 128, Toledo is ranked 106 in offense and 323 in defense.Overall, the team has a 10-8 ATS record for the season.

Ohio Bobcats Analysis

The Ohio Bobcats have shown strong offensive capabilities, ranking 42nd in the nation with an average of 81.39 points per game and shooting 47.71% from the field. They are led by AJ Clayton and Jackson Paveletzke, both averaging over 12 points per game and shooting at impressive percentages. Defensively, the Bobcats struggle more, allowing opponents to shoot 45.49% from the field and 39.61% from 3-point range. Despite their defensive challenges, the Bobcats have a respectable record of 11-8 and have proven to be a tough opponent for teams like Toledo, winning their last three matchups. Overall, the Bobcats show promise on offense but have room for improvement on defense.

Ohio Bobcats' Strong Offense Expected to Overpower Toledo's Defense

The Ohio Bobcats currently rank 51st in the nation in scoring, averaging 8.4 points per game, and hold the 63rd-best field goal shooting percentage at 47.3%. Additionally, the team excels in three-point shooting, hitting 35.3% of their attempts. In contrast, Toledo's defense allows an average of 77.5 points per game, with opponents shooting 47.0% overall and 34.2% from three-point territory, which plays to Ohio's advantage. Although Toledo averages 77.8 points per game and will likely keep pace with Ohio in scoring, the key difference is expected to be on the defensive end. Ultimately, Toledo is projected to struggle against Ohio's strong shooting capabilities. It is worth noting that Ohio has successfully covered the spread in three of their last five games.

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