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Game time: December 30, 2024 at 3:00 PM ET

Venue: Breslin Center — East Lansing, MI

Article updated Dec 29, 10:46 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Western Michigan Broncos will face off against the Michigan State Spartans in their final non-conference regular season game. The Broncos hold a 10-21 record while the

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The Western Michigan Broncos will face off against the Michigan State Spartans in their final non-conference regular season game. The Broncos hold a 10-21 record while the Spartans are 10-2 and ranked 18th in the country. The game is set for Monday at 3:00 pm EST in East Lansing. Michigan State is favored by -27 in the betting line, which has remained unchanged. Stay tuned for the prediction of the Western Michigan/Michigan State game.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Broncos +4,000 | Spartans -30,000

Spread: Broncos +27 (-110) | Spartans -27 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 147 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Michigan St. will win straight-up is 100%.

Western Michigan Broncos

The Western Michigan Broncos faced a challenging non-conference schedule with a tough matchup against the 18th-ranked Michigan State Spartans. The Broncos come in on a four-game losing streak, including a close loss to Valparaiso. Head coach Dwayne Stephenson faces his former team and mentor, Tom Izzo, in this matchup. The Broncos are struggling offensively, ranked 247th in scoring offense and 251st in field goal shooting. Defensively, they are ranked 246th in scoring defense and have a tough schedule ahead in MAC play. Despite their struggles, the team is injury-free and looking to improve. The Broncos' statistics show room for improvement in terms of shooting percentages and turnovers on both ends of the court. This matchup will be a test for Western Michigan as they continue to strive for success in their upcoming conference games.

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Michigan St. Spartans Analysis

The Michigan State Spartans, under the leadership of head coach Tom Izzo, have historically faced challenging non-conference schedules and this season is no different. With a record of 10-2, the Spartans are coming off a successful stretch of five consecutive wins and are preparing to face Western Michigan to close out their non-conference games. In their recent victory over Florida Atlantic, forwards Coen Carr and guard Jeremy Fears Jr. led the team in scoring. The Spartans showcased strong shooting percentages and dominance on the boards, finishing with 21 assists on 31 made baskets and outrebounding their opponent 48-26. As they head into conference play, the Spartans are currently ranked 37th in the nation in scoring and have demonstrated strength on both offense and defense. Despite being lower ranked in 3-point shooting, the team excels in rebounds and defensive efficiency. With no key injuries to report, the Spartans are primed for a successful season ahead.

Michigan State University Expected to Dominate Western Michigan in Upcoming Basketball Matchup

In the upcoming matchup between Western Michigan University and Michigan State University, former MSU assistant coach Stephenson and his team are expected to face a challenging game in East Lansing. Western Michigan's performance has been lackluster on offense, ranking 247th in the nation for scoring and 340th for 3-point shooting. Defensively, they rank 246th in scoring defense and 280th in field goal defense. This does not bode well for the Broncos against the Spartans, who boast the 59th best field goal shooting in the nation. Additionally, Michigan State is renowned for its exceptional rebounding ability, ranking 7th in the country in total rebounds. With a roster filled with depth, the Spartans are likely to outmatch the Broncos as the game progresses.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Western Michigan Broncos+4,000 → +3,500Moved
  • Moneyline · Michigan St. Spartans-30,000 → -20,000Moved
  • Spread · Western Michigan Broncos+27 (-110) → +27 (-110)Unchanged
  • Spread · Michigan St. Spartans-27 (-110) → -27 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Over147 (-110) → 148 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under147 (-110) → 148 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Western Michigan Broncos
10-21 matchup record · 4-5-1 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Michigan St. Spartans
27-8 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-30T03:46:56.683Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Western Michigan Broncos faced a challenging non-conference schedule with a tough matchup against the 18th-ranked Michigan State Spartans. The Broncos come in on a four-game losing streak, including a close loss to Valparaiso. Head coach Dwayne Stephenson faces his former team and mentor, Tom Izzo, in this matchup. The Broncos are struggling offensively, ranked 247th in scoring offense and 251st in field goal shooting. Defensively, they are ranked 246th in scoring defense and have a tough schedule ahead in MAC play. Despite their struggles, the team is injury-free and looking to improve. The Broncos' statistics show room for improvement in terms of shooting percentages and turnovers on both ends of the court. This matchup will be a test for Western Michigan as they continue to strive for success in their upcoming conference games.

The Michigan State Spartans, under the leadership of head coach Tom Izzo, have historically faced challenging non-conference schedules and this season is no different. With a record of 10-2, the Spartans are coming off a successful stretch of five consecutive wins and are preparing to face Western Michigan to close out their non-conference games. In their recent victory over Florida Atlantic, forwards Coen Carr and guard Jeremy Fears Jr. led the team in scoring. The Spartans showcased strong shooting percentages and dominance on the boards, finishing with 21 assists on 31 made baskets and outrebounding their opponent 48-26. As they head into conference play, the Spartans are currently ranked 37th in the nation in scoring and have demonstrated strength on both offense and defense. Despite being lower ranked in 3-point shooting, the team excels in rebounds and defensive efficiency. With no key injuries to report, the Spartans are primed for a successful season ahead.

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Final result

Matchup pick recap

Michigan St. Spartans defeated Western Michigan Broncos 80-62

Michigan St. Spartans defeated Western Michigan Broncos 80-62 on December 30, 2024, a 18-point decision in the series. Michigan St. Spartans' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 37-24. Against SportsJaw's recorded Western Michigan Broncos +27 (-110) spread, Western Michigan Broncos covered, while the 142 combined points finished under the recorded total of 148.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • DengWinsSpread · Western Michigan Broncos +27 (-110)Win
  • FlyigglesflyTotal · Over 147 (-110)Loss
  • Lockpicker69Spread · Michigan St. Spartans -27 (-110)Loss
  • RoycejacobsSpread · Michigan St. Spartans -27 (-110)Loss
  • VegaspatTotal · Under 146.5 (-110)Win
  • CoolioSpread · Western Michigan Broncos +27 (-110)Win
  • CoolioTotal · Over 146.5 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkSpread · Western Michigan Broncos +27 (-110)Win
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 146.5 (-110)Loss