Cleveland St. Vikings vs Michigan Wolverines Betting Picks & Predictions
The college basketball season is set to kick off on Monday, Nov. 3 with a matchup between Michigan and Cleveland State. Michigan is looking to bounce back from a
Game outlook
The college basketball season is set to kick off on Monday, Nov. 3 with a matchup between Michigan and Cleveland State. Michigan is looking to bounce back from a disappointing 8-24 season, while Cleveland State ended last year with a 20-14 record. The Wolverines are heavily favored in this game, with the current line set at Michigan -20.5. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 P.M. EST. Stay tuned for a preview of Monday's game between Michigan and Cleveland State.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Vikings +1,150 | Wolverines -2,500
Spread: Vikings +20.5 (-110) | Wolverines -20.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 147 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Michigan will win straight-up is 96%.
Cleveland St. Vikings
Cleveland State enters the new season under head coach Daniyal Robinson with high expectations, despite being picked seventh in the preseason poll of the Horizon League. The team is led by returning players Chase Robinson, Dylan Arnett, and Tevin Smith. The Vikings have added transfer Ebrima Dibba and promising freshmen Je'Shawn Stevenson and Reece Robinson to the roster. With a young team, Cleveland State looks to make a mark in the Horizon League this year. From an offensive standpoint, the Vikings rank 143rd in the nation and have solid shooting percentages, while defensively they allow below average field goal percentages and excel at defending the three-pointer.