Ohio State Heavy Favorites to Claim Victory Over Miami Ohio in Wednesday Night Showdown
Wednesday night's in-state showdown features the Miami Ohio Redhawks and the Ohio State Buckeyes. Miami Ohio is coming off an upset 79-74 win on the road against Marshall,
Game outlook
Wednesday night's in-state showdown features the Miami Ohio Redhawks and the Ohio State Buckeyes. Miami Ohio is coming off an upset 79-74 win on the road against Marshall, where they were 10.5-point underdogs. Ohio State was 13.5-point favorites as they claimed an 84-74 win at home against Minnesota in the first conference game of the year. Central Michigan is favored by -3.5 when the teams meet at Value City Arena in Columbus, Ohio, with tipoff at 7:00 EST.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Crusaders +140 | Chippewas -169
Spread: Crusaders +3.5 (-110) | Chippewas -3.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 140.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Central Michigan will win straight-up is 63%.
Valparaiso Crusaders
The Miami Ohio Redhawks have been riding a wave of momentum, winning four of their last five games, including an upset victory over Marshall on the road. Led by freshman guard Mekhi Cooper with 17 points, the Redhawks are spearheaded by 6'5 guard Darweshi Hunter, who averages 13.4 PPG and leads the team with 15 made threes on the season. He is joined by freshman backcourt Evan Ipsaro who adds 9.1 PPG and sophomore post Jaquel Morris with 8.1 PPG and 5.4 RPG. According to KenPom, the Redhawks rank 249th overall in the nation, 232nd in offensive efficiency, 247th in defensive efficiency and 141st in tempo based upon their pace of play. Valparaiso is ranked #266 in offense, #138 in defense, and average 39.31%% field goals, 68.67% free throws, 33.33% of their three pointers and 38.86 rebounds per game; while allowing 41.61% field goals, 68.97% free throws, 26.53% three pointers, 41.57 defensive rebounds, 12.57 defensive assists and 13.57 turnovers per game.