Bowling Green Falcons vs
Michigan St. SpartansPredictions & Preview

Michigan State Spartans Favored to Dominate Bowling Green Falcons in Saturday Matchup

The upcoming matchup on Saturday between the Bowling Green Falcons and Michigan State Spartans is set to take place at 6 pm EST at the Jack Breslin Student Events Center. The Spartans, with a record of 2-1, are the betting favorite with an opening line of -21.5 that has remained unchanged. The Falcons, currently at 1-2, will be looking to build on their recent victory against Taylor University. Both teams have had mixed success against the spread and over/under this season, making this game an intriguing one to watch.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Falcons +1600 | Spartans -4500
• Spread: Falcons +21.5 (-110) | Spartans -21.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 149.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Michigan St. will win straight-up is 98%.

Bowling Green vs Michigan St. Stats

Bowling Green Falcons

The Bowling Green Falcons are off to a 1-2 start this season after finishing with a 20-14 record last year. Despite losing key players, new recruits have shown promise, with the team scoring well in recent games. The squad is well-balanced with four double-digit scorers, led by Juco transfer guard Javontae Campbell and Juco Senior forward Marcus Johnson. The team is shooting impressively from the field and three-point range, with strong chemistry evident in their assist-to-turnover ratio. Defensively, the Falcons are allowing an average of 70.33 points per game, ranking #180 in the nation. However, they are performing well in defensive rebounds and limiting opponents' three-point shooting. Overall, the Bowling Green Falcons are a team to watch as they continue to develop and grow under Coach Simon's leadership.

Michigan St. Spartans Analysis

Michigan State is currently 2-1 on the season with victories over Niagara and Monmouth, but suffered a 77-69 loss against Kansas in their last game. The team holds a 2-1 record against the spread and has a 1-2 split to the under. Coach Tom Izzo, in his 30th year at the program, has led MSU to consistent appearances in the NCAA Tournament since 1997. Despite returning just 2 starters from last year's squad, the addition of transfers and solid recruits, such as forward Frankie Fidler, provide promise for the team this season. The Spartans struggled in their recent game against Kansas due to poor shooting percentages, but on the season, they average 82 points per game with 4 double-digit scorers. Jaxon Kohler leads in scoring with 12.3 points per game and 10.3 rebounds, while guard Jaden Akins and forward Frankie Fidler both contribute 11.7 points per game. Newcomer guard Jeremy Fears Jr. has been impressive with 7.3 assists per game. In terms of rankings, Michigan State is #67 for offense, hitting an average of 50.78% of their field goals and 73.08% of free throws. On defense, they rank #36, allowing 32.46% of field goals and 76.47% of free throws. With a strong rebounding and assist game, the Spartans show promise for the rest of the season.

Michigan State University Ready to Rebound Against Bowling Green After Tough Loss

Michigan State University has an opportunity to bounce back from their recent loss to Kansas by demonstrating a strong performance against Bowling Green, a formidable opponent. With superior players at key positions, Michigan State plans to implement effective defensive strategies to limit Bowling Green's offensive capabilities. Although Bowling Green has shown promise in offensive statistics, they will face a significant challenge against Michigan State, resulting in difficulties finding their rhythm. Despite Marcus Johnson's strong presence in the paint for Bowling Green, Michigan State's agile forwards like Kohler and Fidler are expected to dominate down low. This will likely exhaust Bowling Green's interior defense, leading to a slower offensive game for them. Given Michigan State's impressive performance in their first two games, they are projected to cover the 21-point spread, surpassing their average of 82 points per game. The Spartans are predicted to secure a victory in front of their home fans in a much-needed rebound game. Bet on Michigan State with a spread of -21.

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