Western Michigan vs Central Michigan Prediction, Odds & Best Bets Today – NCAAB, Jan. 28

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BetMGM Betting @BETMGM Jan 28, 2023, 12:38 PM
  • Western Michigan (6-14) are -1.5 point favorites vs Central Michigan (7-13)
  • Total (Over/Under): 140.5 points
  • Watch the game on ESPN3

The Western Michigan Broncos (6-14) visit McGuirk Arena to take on the Central Michigan Chippewas (7-13) on Jan. 28. Tip off is scheduled for 7:00pm EST in Mount Pleasant.

Western Michigan is the betting favorite in this game, with the spread sitting at -1.5 (+100).

The Western Michigan vs. Central Michigan Over/Under is 140.5 total points.

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Western Michigan vs. Central Michigan Odds, Spread, Over/Under

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Western Michigan-1.5 +100O 140.5 -110-110
Central Michigan +1.5 -120U 140.5 -110-110

Western Michigan vs Central Michigan Prediction for Today’s Game:

Based on recent trends, the winning team model predicts Western Michigan will win this game with 52.0% confidence.

Western Michigan vs Central Michigan Spread Prediction:

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

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


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  • Western Michigan has hit the Team Total Over in 7 of their last 9 away games (+4.65 Units / 45% ROI)
  • Western Michigan have covered the Spread in 15 of their last 26 games (+4.00 Units / 14% ROI)
  • Western Michigan has hit the 1H Game Total Under in 8 of their last 13 games (+3.60 Units / 25% ROI)
  • Western Michigan has hit the 1H Moneyline in 4 of their last 17 away games (+1.25 Units / 7% ROI)
  • Central Michigan has hit the Game Total Under in 23 of their last 34 games (+10.90 Units / 29% ROI)
  • Central Michigan has hit the 1H Game Total Under in 22 of their last 34 games (+8.80 Units / 24% ROI)
  • Central Michigan has hit the Team Total Under in 9 of their last 12 games at home (+5.55 Units / 41% ROI)
  • Central Michigan have covered the Spread in 19 of their last 34 games (+2.50 Units / 7% ROI)

Western Michigan Basketball Against the Spread Record (ATS)

Western Michigan has gone 7-9 against the spread this college basketball season (-2.9 Units / 0% ROI).

  • 3-12 when betting on the Moneyline for -9.55 Units / -52.19% ROI
  • 10-7 when betting the Over for +2.35 Units / 12.6% ROI
  • 7-10 when betting the Under for -4 Units / -21.33% ROI

Central Michigan Basketball Against the Spread Record (ATS)

Central Michigan has gone 8-10 against the spread this college basketball season (-3 Units / -15.15% ROI).

  • 4-13 when betting on the Moneyline for -8.65 Units / -43.25% ROI
  • 6-12 when betting the Over for -7.2 Units / -36.36% ROI
  • 12-6 when betting the Under for +5.4 Units / 27.27% ROI

Central Michigan Offensive Stats & Trends:

Central Michigan has an assist to turnover ratio of 0.7 (214 assists/ 315 TOs) this season — tied for 4th lowest among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 1.1

Western Michigan Defensive Stats & Trends:

Western Michigan has allowed opponents to shoot 36% from three (167/464) this season — tied for 38th highest among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 33%

Central Michigan Defensive Stats & Trends:

Central Michigan has allowed opponents to shoot 32% from three (155/488) this season — tied for 41st best among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 33%


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