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Akron Looks to Complete Series Sweep Against Ohio at Convocation Center

In this content, it is highlighted that Akron (21-5, 13-0 MAC) will be playing against Ohio (14-12, 8-5 MAC) at the Convocation Center on Saturday night at 6 PM ET. Akron is looking to complete a series sweep, having won the first meeting of the season. The Zips are coming off a win over Northern Illinois, while the Bobcats recently won against Central Michigan. Akron has a 6-4 record in their last 10 games against Ohio. Currently, Akron is the betting favorite with a spread of -2. Stay tuned to see which team emerges victorious in this Akron vs. Ohio matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Zips -135 | Bobcats +113
• Spread: Zips -2 (-110) | Bobcats +2 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 163.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Akron will win straight-up is 57%.

Akron vs Ohio Stats

Akron Zips

The Akron Zips are currently on a 14-game winning streak and hold a three-game lead in conference play. In their last game, they scored 73 points, with Tavari Johnson and Shammah Scott leading the team in scoring. Defensively, they have allowed an average of 73.4 points per game. With a power ranking of 96, Akron is ranked 7 in offense, #243 in defense, and has a season record of 21-5. Their offensive stats include shooting 46.94% from the field and 36.62% from three-point range, while defensively they allow 42.05% of field goals and 31.24% of three-pointers. The Zips average 39.60 rebounds per game and 18.76 assists on offense, along with 35.28 defensive rebounds and 11.80 assists on defense.

Ohio Bobcats Analysis

The Ohio Bobcats recently bounced back from a loss to Kent State with a win over Central Michigan, placing them fourth in the MAC standings. They are one game behind Toledo and will aim to improve their position with a win in their upcoming game. The team averages 79.8 points per game, scoring 84 points in their last game with strong shooting percentages. Jackson Paveletzke led with 22 points and six rebounds, while AJ Brown and Shereef Mitchell also contributed significantly. However, the Bobcats have struggled defensively, allowing an average of 75.6 points per game. Their power ranking is 205, with rankings of #53 for offense and #280 for defense. Their offensive and defensive stats show areas for improvement, with room for better performance in their upcoming matchups.

Bobcats Expected to Dominate Against Zips with Home Court Advantage

The Bobcats have been successful in two of their last three home games, while the Zips have achieved victory in six consecutive road games. Ohio holds an advantage due to their strong shooting performance at home, with a field goal percentage of over 49% and a three-point percentage of 40%, compared to the Zips' 43% shooting on the road. They also excel at free throw shooting, making over 76% of their attempts. Additionally, their ability to secure rebounds, particularly offensive rebounds, provides more scoring opportunities. With low turnovers and solid defense, the Bobcats are expected to outperform the Zips, who have struggled defensively in recent games. It is recommended to choose Ohio to cover the spread in this matchup.

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