The Akron Zips (16-6, 6-3 MAC) and their sensational offense welcome the Eastern Michigan Eagles (12-10, 2-7 MAC) and their exceptional defense. Action gets underway at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 8, 2020.
Eastern Michigan Eagles at Akron Zips ATS Odds
In their last matchup, the Zips lost a tough one against the Kent State Golden Flashes, 68-67, while the Eagles defeated the Buffalo Bulls, 66-62.
Eastern Michigan played a nearly perfect game. They had a turnover percentage of 15.4 (better than their season average of 19.5) and a free throw rate of 0.250 (matching their season average). For those same stats, Buffalo recorded marks of 19.9 and 0.210, respectively. Akron, on the other hand, had an offensive rebounding percentage of 44.4 (above their season average of 28.4). Xeyrius Williams was a key piece for Akron with 15 points and 10 rebounds. Eastern Michigan, meanwhile, was lifted by Ty Groce, who had 14 points.
In their first matchup this season, Loren Cristian Jackson led the Zips to a 69-45 win. He produced 17 points, six rebounds and five assists. Akron’s effective field goal percentage was its largest advantage over Eastern Michigan. The Zips had a rate of 0.641 while the Eagles posted a mark of 0.292.
This battle pits one of the NCAA’s top offenses against one of its elite defenses. Akron ranks 46th in offensive efficiency and Eastern Michigan ranks 32nd in defensive efficiency.
Eastern Michigan Eagles at Akron Zips Betting Pick
Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Akron, ATS Winner – Eastern Michigan, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Eastern Michigan ranks first in steals per game (11.0) while Akron ranks 219th (5.0).
- The Zips rank 90th in rebounds per game (37.4) while the Eagles rank 199th in rebounds allowed per game (36.2).
- Eastern Michigan ranks 38th in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while Akron ranks 52nd (2.8).
- The Zips average 25.4 three pointers per game, which ranks 52nd in the NCAA. The Eagles rank 252nd in three pointers allowed per game (25.2).
- Akron ranks 82nd in assists per game (14.1) while Eastern Michigan ranks 260th (9.8).
Bettings Trends:
- The Eagles have been outscored by an average of 0.4 points in their last five games. For the season, Eastern Michigan has defeated opponents by an average of 1.9 points.
- During their last five games, the Zips have scored an average of 79.8 points per game (3.0 above their season average) and allowed an average of 78.0 points per game (12.0 above their season average).
