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Eastern Michigan vs. Ball State Set to Break Road Losing Streaks in MAC Showdown at Worthen Arena

Eastern Michigan and Ball State, both with 11-12 overall records and 4-6 in the MAC, will face off at Worthen Arena on Tuesday night in an attempt to break their two-game road losing streaks. Eastern Michigan is coming off a recent win over Old Dominion, while Ball State narrowly defeated Southern Mississippi. Ball State has a strong track record against Eastern Michigan, winning 8 of their last 10 matchups. The current betting line favors Ball State at -4.5. Tune in to see which team comes out on top in this Eastern Michigan vs. Ball State showdown.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Eagles +170 | Cardinals -210
• Spread: Eagles +4.5 (-110) | Cardinals -4.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 148 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Ball St. will win straight-up is 68%.

Eastern Michigan vs Ball St. Stats

Eastern Michigan Eagles

Eastern Michigan snapped their three-game losing streak with a win over Old Dominion in their last game, scoring 76 points while shooting 50% from the field. Da'Sean Nelson led the team with 22 points. Despite averaging 72.3 points per game, the Eagles have struggled defensively, allowing 77.1 points per game. They will need to improve defensively in order to secure a win in their upcoming game. Overall, Eastern Michigan is ranked 241 in offense and 319 in defense, with a 11-12 record for the season. They shoot 45% from the field and 71.06% from the free-throw line, but allow opponents to shoot 46.75% from the field and 74.36% from the free-throw line.

Ball St. Cardinals Analysis

The Ball State Cardinals bounced back from a loss to Akron with a one-point victory over Southern Mississippi in their last game. They will look to keep the momentum going and secure their second consecutive home win in their upcoming game on Tuesday. Despite averaging 76 points per game, the Cardinals only scored 77 points in their last game, shooting 44.6 percent from the field and 38.1 percent from three-point range. Mickey Pearson Jr. led the team with 21 points and five rebounds, while Payton Sparks added 13 points and 12 rebounds and Ethan Brittain-Watts chipped in 10 points and four assists. Defensively, Ball State has struggled, allowing an average of 74.1 points per game. They gave up 76 points in their last game and will need to improve on the defensive end in order to secure another win. In terms of their power ranking, the Cardinals are ranked 180 overall and #134 for offense, scoring an average of 75.95 points per game. Their defense is ranked #248, giving up an average of 74.00 points per game. They have an 11-12 overall record and went 9-11 against the spread. Against Eastern Michigan, Ball State has gone 1-2 in their last three matchups. Their shooting percentages and rebounding numbers fall within the middle of the pack in the NCAA, and their defensive stats show room for improvement.

Ball State Cardinals Favored to Dominate Eagles in Upcoming Match

The Cardinals have demonstrated a strong performance in four out of their last seven home games, while the Eagles have struggled in eight out of their 12 road games. Ball State holds an advantage in the upcoming match due to their efficient shooting, with a home field shooting percentage of over 46% compared to the Eagles' 42% on the road. Their ability to effectively distribute the ball, secure offensive rebounds, and maintain possession contributes to their scoring opportunities and defensive capabilities. Conversely, the Eagles have exhibited weaknesses in their defense, allowing an average of over 73 points per game on the road. As a result, it is anticipated that they will face challenges in containing the Cardinals. It is recommended to select Ball State to cover the spread in this matchup.

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