Akron vs Buffalo Prediction, Odds & Best Bets Today – NCAAB, Jan. 31

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BetMGM Betting @BETMGM Jan 31, 2023, 11:43 AM
  • Akron (15-6) are -2.5 point favorites vs Buffalo (10-11)
  • Total (Over/Under): 146.5 points
  • Watch the game on ESPN+

The Akron Zips (15-6) visit Alumni Arena to take on the Buffalo Bulls (10-11) on Jan. 31. Tip off is scheduled for 7:00pm EST in Buffalo.

Akron is the betting favorite in this game, with the spread sitting at -2.5 (-110).

The Akron vs. Buffalo Over/Under is 146.5 total points.

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Akron vs. Buffalo Odds, Spread, Over/Under

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Akron-2.5 -110O 146.5 -110-145
Buffalo +2.5 -110U 146.5 -110+120

Akron vs Buffalo Prediction for Today’s Game:

Based on recent trends, the winning team model predicts Akron will win this game with 53.9% confidence.

Akron vs Buffalo Spread Prediction:

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts Akron will cover the spread with 51.0% confidence.

Both predictions factor in up-to-date player injuries for both Akron and Buffalo, plus offensive & defensive matchups, recent games and key player performances this season.


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  • Akron has hit the 1H Moneyline in 18 of their last 23 away games (+18.85 Units / 54% ROI)
  • Akron has hit the Moneyline in 21 of their last 28 games (+17.20 Units / 16% ROI)
  • Akron has hit the 1H Game Total Under in 30 of their last 49 games (+9.00 Units / 17% ROI)
  • Akron have covered the 1H Spread in 10 of their last 14 away games (+5.60 Units / 36% ROI)
  • Akron has hit the Game Total Under in 22 of their last 37 games (+5.50 Units / 14% ROI)
  • Buffalo has hit the Moneyline in 12 of their last 17 games at home (+6.55 Units / 8% ROI)
  • Buffalo has hit the 1H Game Total Over in 8 of their last 10 games (+5.80 Units / 53% ROI)
  • Buffalo has hit the Team Total Under in 11 of their last 16 games (+5.35 Units / 29% ROI)
  • Buffalo have covered the Spread in 11 of their last 17 games (+4.40 Units / 24% ROI)
  • Buffalo have covered the 1H Spread in 10 of their last 16 games (+3.40 Units / 19% ROI)

Akron Basketball Against the Spread Record (ATS)

Akron has gone 7-11 against the spread this college basketball season (-5.1 Units / 0% ROI).

  • 13-6 when betting on the Moneyline for +7.35 Units / 8.9% ROI
  • 9-10 when betting the Over for -2 Units / -9.57% ROI
  • 10-9 when betting the Under for +0.1 Units / 0.48% ROI

Buffalo Basketball Against the Spread Record (ATS)

Buffalo has gone 12-7 against the spread this college basketball season (+4.3 Units / 20.57% ROI).

  • 8-10 when betting on the Moneyline for -1.8 Units / -6.37% ROI
  • 10-9 when betting the Over for +0.1 Units / 0.48% ROI
  • 9-10 when betting the Under for -2 Units / -9.57% ROI

Akron Offensive Stats & Trends:

Akron has averaged 11.0 turnovers per game (604 turnovers/55 games) since the start of the 2021-22 season — tied for 31st best among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 12.5

Akron has 20.3 free throw attempts per game since the start of the 2021-22 season — tied for 28th best among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 17.7

Buffalo Offensive Stats & Trends:

Buffalo is shooting 57% from inside the arc (240/423) this season — tied for 19th best among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 52%

Akron Defensive Stats & Trends:

Akron has allowed 62.8 points per game (3,453 points/55 games) since the start of the 2021-22 season — tied for 13th best among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 69.8


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