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Ohio Bobcats Favored Over Buffalo Bulls in MAC Battle at Alumni Arena Tuesday Night

The upcoming MAC battle between Ohio and Buffalo will take place at Alumni Arena on Tuesday night at 7pmET. Ohio, with a 6-6 SU record and a 2-9 ATS record, is currently 1-0 in the MAC, while Buffalo has a 5-8 SU record and a 6-5 ATS record, with a 0-1 MAC record. Last season, Ohio won and covered both games against Buffalo. Ohio is the betting favorite at -9.5, with the line remaining unchanged. Stay tuned to see who will come out on top in this matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Bobcats -450 | Bulls +332
• Spread: Bobcats -9.5 (-110) | Bulls +9.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 152.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Ohio will win straight-up is 82%.

Ohio vs Buffalo Stats

Ohio Bobcats

The Ohio Bobcats secured their first road and conference win of the season with a close victory over Central Michigan on Jan. 4. Despite being outrebound and shooting poorly from long range, Ohio managed to hold their opponents to a low shooting percentage, leading to the win. Redshirt sophomore guard AJ Brown and junior guard Jackson Paveletzke were key players in the game, with Brown leading the team in scoring. Overall, Ohio has a power ranking of 130 and ranks 85th in offense, scoring an average of 79.92 points per game. Defensively, they allow an average of 75.50 points per game. The team has a record of 7-6 and is struggling with their three-point defense, ranking 39.8% in the nation. Ohio's performance in various statistical categories is also outlined, showcasing their strengths and weaknesses on the court.

Buffalo Bulls Analysis

The Buffalo Bulls recently played five of their last six games on the road, with their only home game resulting in a win against Pittsburgh-Bradford. Despite shooting well in their last game against Miami (OH), they couldn't stop the opponent's offense. Leading scorers Ryan Sabol and Tyson Dunn show promise for the team's backcourt, with Sabol averaging 16.6 points per game and Dunn adding 12.5 points and 5.5 assists per game. However, Buffalo's defense is struggling, ranked 338th in adjusted defense and allowing opponents to shoot 45.5% from the field and 38.2% from three-point range. Their power ranking is 312, with an offense ranked 241 and defense ranked 345. The team's statistics show weaknesses in shooting percentages and defensive rebounds. Despite their struggles, Ohio has historically struggled against Buffalo in their matchups. If you're looking for NCAAB betting picks, consider the Buffalo Bulls.

Buffalo's Backcourt Shines While Struggling in Rebounding, Defensive Performance Subpar compared to confident Ohio squad

Buffalo's strengths primarily lie in their backcourt, as they struggle in areas such as rebounding where they rank 332nd in total rebounding percentage. Their defensive performance has been subpar, evident by their recent losses to Ohio and their overall record. Conversely, Ohio has shown confidence in their abilities and gameplay. Buffalo's home record of 4-1 includes wins against lower-tier D1 teams like NC A&T and Morgan State, which may not accurately reflect their overall performance.

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