Western Michigan vs Eastern Michigan Prediction, Odds & Best Bets Today – NCAAB, Feb. 21

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  • Eastern Michigan (6-21) is a -3.5 point favorite vs Western Michigan (7-20)
  • Total (Over/Under): 153.5 points
  • Watch the game on ESPN+

The Western Michigan Broncos (7-20) visit George Gervin GameAbove Center to take on the Eastern Michigan Eagles (6-21) on Feb. 21. Tip off is scheduled for 7:00pm EST in Ypsilanti.

Eastern Michigan is the betting favorite in this game, with the spread sitting at -3.5 (-115).

The Western Michigan vs. Eastern Michigan Over/Under is 153.5 total points.

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

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Western Michigan+3.5 -105O 153.5 -110+145
Eastern Michigan -3.5 -115U 153.5 -110-175

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

Based on recent trends, the winning team model predicts Eastern Michigan will win this game with 56.7% confidence.

Western Michigan vs Eastern Michigan Spread Prediction:

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

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


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  • Western Michigan has hit the 1H Game Total Under in 13 of their last 20 games (+6.35 Units / 29% ROI)
  • Western Michigan has hit the Team Total Over in 7 of their last 9 away games (+4.65 Units / 45% ROI)
  • Eastern Michigan has hit the 1H Game Total Over in 30 of their last 46 games (+12.50 Units / 25% ROI)
  • Eastern Michigan has hit the Team Total Under in 17 of their last 26 games (+6.85 Units / 23% ROI)
  • Eastern Michigan has hit the Game Total Under in 11 of their last 16 games at home (+5.50 Units / 31% ROI)
  • Eastern Michigan have covered the Spread in 6 of their last 8 games (+3.80 Units / 43% ROI)
  • Eastern Michigan have covered the 1H Spread in 6 of their last 8 games (+3.75 Units / 43% ROI)

Western Michigan Basketball Against the Spread Record (ATS)

Western Michigan has gone 8-15 against the spread this college basketball season (-8.5 Units / 0% ROI).

  • 4-18 when betting on the Moneyline for -13.85 Units / -52.66% ROI
  • 12-11 when betting the Over for -0.05 Units / -0.19% ROI
  • 11-12 when betting the Under for -2.2 Units / -8.32% ROI

Eastern Michigan Basketball Against the Spread Record (ATS)

Eastern Michigan has gone 11-14 against the spread this college basketball season (-4.4 Units / 0% ROI).

  • 5-20 when betting on the Moneyline for -11.65 Units / -42.99% ROI
  • 13-13 when betting the Over for -1.3 Units / -4.55% ROI
  • 13-13 when betting the Under for -1.3 Units / -4.55% ROI

Western Michigan Offensive Stats & Trends:

Western Michigan has averaged 1.18 points per shot (3,584 points/3,027 shots) since the start of the 2021-22 season — tied for lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 1.24

Western Michigan has 16.1 free throw attempts per game this season — lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 19.2

Western Michigan has averaged 12.6 turnovers per game (277 turnovers/22 games) this season — 5th highest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 12.5

Western Michigan has averaged 1.21 points per shot (1,557 points/1,291 shots) this season — 2nd lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 1.26

Eastern Michigan Offensive Stats & Trends:

Eastern Michigan has a TS% of 46% this season — 2nd lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 48%

Eastern Michigan has averaged 9.8 assists per game (216 assists/22 games) this season — lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 12.9

Eastern Michigan has averaged 11.5 turnovers per game (252 turnovers/22 games) this season — 5th best among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 12.5

Eastern Michigan is shooting 32% from three (145/449) this season — 2nd lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 34%

Western Michigan Defensive Stats & Trends:

Western Michigan has averaged 4.6 steals per game (101 steals/22 games) this season — lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 6.7

Western Michigan has averaged 5.0 steals per game (266 steals/53 games) since the start of the 2021-22 season — lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 6.5

Western Michigan has averaged 24.5 defensive rebounds per game (540 rebounds/22 games) this season — 4th best among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 23.9

Western Michigan has averaged 23.3 defensive rebounds per game (1,233 rebounds/53 games) since the start of the 2021-22 season — 4th lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 24.2

Eastern Michigan Defensive Stats & Trends:

Eastern Michigan has averaged 21.5 defensive rebounds per game (472 rebounds/22 games) this season — lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 23.9

Eastern Michigan has 150 steals this season — 5th most among Mid-American Teams

Eastern Michigan has averaged 23.5 defensive rebounds per game (1,245 rebounds/53 games) since the start of the 2021-22 season — 5th lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 24.2

Eastern Michigan has averaged 6.8 steals per game (150 steals/22 games) this season — 5th best among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 6.7


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