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Arizona Wildcats Favored by 28 Points in Matchup Against Central Michigan Chippewas at McKale Memorial Center

The Central Michigan Chippewas (5-5, 0-0 MAC) will travel to Tucson to take on the Arizona Wildcats (5-5, 0-0 Big 12) at McKale Memorial Center on Saturday. Central Michigan is coming off a loss to Mississippi State and has lost two consecutive games, while Arizona defeated Samford in their last game. Both teams have yet to begin conference play. Central Michigan has no players listed on the injury report, while Arizona will be without Emmanuel Stephen and Motiejus Krivas is questionable. Arizona is currently favored to win by 28 points according to the betting line. This matchup between the Chippewas and the Wildcats should be an interesting one to watch.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Chippewas +3400 | Wildcats -15000
• Spread: Chippewas +28 (-110) | Wildcats -28 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 154 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Arizona will win straight-up is 99%.

Central Michigan vs Arizona Stats

Central Michigan Chippewas

The Central Michigan Chippewas have been performing decently in both offense and defense this season. They are currently scoring an average of 77.3 points per game and allowing an average of 71.6 points per game. The team is shooting 46.4% overall and 33.9% from three-point land, while allowing opponents to shoot 41.2% overall and 30.5% from three-point land. The team is led by Anthony Pritchard and Jakobi Heady as the leading scorers, with Pritchard also leading in assists and steals, and Heady leading in rebounds and blocked shots. Central Michigan has a power ranking of 295 and is currently ranked 145th in offense and 195th in defense. They have a record of 5-5 this season. For handicapping needs, consider trying their NCAAB Betting Picks for assistance.

Arizona Wildcats Analysis

The Arizona Wildcats basketball team has shown solid offensive performance, scoring an average of 84.7 points per game and shooting 47.6% overall. They are led by Caleb Love and Jaden Bradley as the top scorers. Defensively, the Wildcats allow an average of 70.3 points per game and opponents shoot 40.3% from the field against them. Arizona also excels in rebounding and defensive assists. Overall, they have a power ranking of 36 and are ranked 30th for offense and 158th for defense. Additionally, they have a record of 5-5 (4-6 ATS). Against Central Michigan, they have a strong track record, winning all of their last three matchups.

Arizona Wildcats Dominating on Both Sides of the Court, Central Michigan Struggling

The Arizona Wildcats currently rank 32nd in scoring, averaging 84.7 points per game, with a field goal shooting percentage of 47.6%. Their defense is holding opponents to an average of 70.3 points per game and a shooting percentage of 40.3%. In recent Saturday home games, the Wildcats have covered the spread in four out of five matches. On the other hand, Central Michigan averages 77.3 points per game but allows 71.6 points per game. Arizona's rebounding average of 42.7 per game surpasses Central Michigan's 38.5 rebounds per game, giving them an advantage in second chance opportunities on offense. Arizona also excels in offensive rebounds, ranking 10th nationally with an average of 12.6 per game, while Central Michigan falls significantly behind at 250th with only 7.9 offensive boards per game.

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