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Game time: December 21, 2024 at 2:00 PM ET

Venue: Breslin Center — East Lansing, MI

Article updated Dec 20, 10:25 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

On Saturday, the Florida Atlantic Owls will face the Michigan State Spartans in East Lansing, Michigan. The Owls, with a record of 7-5 and a three-game win streak, will be up

Game outlook

On Saturday, the Florida Atlantic Owls will face the Michigan State Spartans in East Lansing, Michigan. The Owls, with a record of 7-5 and a three-game win streak, will be up against the 9-2 Spartans on a four-game win streak. The game is set to start at 2:00 pm EST, with Michigan State opening as the betting favorite at -12.5. The betting line has not shifted since opening. Stay tuned for the prediction of the FAU/Michigan State game.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Owls +610 | Spartans -950

Spread: Owls +12.5 (-110) | Spartans -12.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 158.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Michigan St. will win straight-up is 90%.

Florida Atlantic Owls

The Florida Atlantic Owls are gearing up for a tough matchup against the Michigan State Spartans while carrying a three-game winning streak. Head coach John Jakus is focused on improving defense and offensive strategies to tackle their upcoming opponents. Against Texas State, the Owls showcased strong teamwork and dominance in transition play. They are ranked 15th in scoring offense and have notable statistics in field goal shooting and three-point shooting. As they head into their final game of the year, the Owls will look to maintain their offensive efficiency and defensive efforts. No injuries have been reported. In terms of statistics, the Owls excel in offensive scoring but struggle defensively, especially in three-point defense. They have displayed strength in rebounding and have faced a moderately tough schedule. Overall, the Owls have shown promise and potential in their gameplay this season.

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Michigan St. Spartans Analysis

The Michigan State Spartans are currently 9-2 on the season and are preparing for their final two non-conference games before entering the challenging Big Ten schedule. They recently defeated in-state rival Oakland with a score of 77-58, thanks to standout performances from Xavier Booker, Jaxon Kohler, and Jaden Atkins. Defensively, Szymon Zapala was a standout with six blocks and eight rebounds. The Spartans will finish 2024 with home games before the Big Ten schedule begins. They rank 39th in scoring offense, 57th in field goal shooting, and 335th in 3-point shooting. Defensively, they are 69th in scoring defense and 48th in field goal defense. The Spartans have a power ranking of 31 and are ranked 51st for offense. They have a record of 9-2 and have key players who contribute significantly to the team's performance.

Spartans Prepare to Take on Owls in High-Paced Showdown

The upcoming matchup between the Spartans and the Owls requires strategic preparation on the part of the Spartans to counter the speed of their opponents. Fortunately, the Spartans possess a versatile lineup capable of matching the pace of play set by the Owls. Their strength lies in their ability to dominate the interior game, showcasing their proficiency near the rim despite their challenges in long-range shooting. The Spartans' offensive prowess, ranking 39th nationally in scoring despite their subpar 3-point shooting, positions them to exploit the Owls' weaker defense, ranked 300th in the country for scoring defense. Additionally, the Spartans excel in rebounding, ranked 10th nationally, giving them an advantage over the Owls in controlling the boards. Ultimately, the outcome of this game will likely hinge on the Spartans' physicality and defensive efficiency. A high-paced game is expected, but the Spartans are poised to emerge victorious. Betting on MSU with the points is advised.

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SportsJaw published this archived preview from its original game-day article. Its prediction and quoted lines are preserved as written.

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SportsJaw Owls vs Spartans archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Owls vs Spartans matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Florida Atlantic Owls+610 → +658Moved
  • Moneyline · Michigan St. Spartans-950 → -1,000Moved
  • Spread · Florida Atlantic Owls+12.5 (-110) → +12.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Spread · Michigan St. Spartans-12.5 (-110) → -12.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Over158.5 (-110) → 156 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under158.5 (-110) → 156 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Florida Atlantic Owls
18-15 matchup record · 4-5-1 ATS · 7-3-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Michigan St. Spartans
27-8 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-21T03:25:37.740Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Florida Atlantic Owls are gearing up for a tough matchup against the Michigan State Spartans while carrying a three-game winning streak. Head coach John Jakus is focused on improving defense and offensive strategies to tackle their upcoming opponents. Against Texas State, the Owls showcased strong teamwork and dominance in transition play. They are ranked 15th in scoring offense and have notable statistics in field goal shooting and three-point shooting. As they head into their final game of the year, the Owls will look to maintain their offensive efficiency and defensive efforts. No injuries have been reported. In terms of statistics, the Owls excel in offensive scoring but struggle defensively, especially in three-point defense. They have displayed strength in rebounding and have faced a moderately tough schedule. Overall, the Owls have shown promise and potential in their gameplay this season.

Recent head-to-head

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Final result

Matchup pick recap

Michigan St. Spartans defeated Florida Atlantic Owls 86-69

Michigan St. Spartans defeated Florida Atlantic Owls 86-69 on December 21, 2024, a 17-point decision in the series. Michigan St. Spartans' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 42-29. Against SportsJaw's recorded Florida Atlantic Owls +12.5 (-110) spread, Michigan St. Spartans covered, while the 155 combined points finished under the recorded total of 156.

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Tipster picks

  • MiamimikeSpread · Michigan St. Spartans -12.5 (-110)Win