Western Michigan vs Eastern Michigan Prediction, Odds & Best Bets Today – NCAAB, Feb. 27

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Eastern Michigan coach Stan Heath watches during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Michigan State, Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021, in East Lansing, Mich. Michigan State won 83-59.
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BetMGM Betting @BETMGM Feb 27, 2024, 10:38 AM
  • Western Michigan (15-11) is a -1.5 point favorite vs Eastern Michigan (12-13)
  • Total (Over/Under): 145.5 points
  • Western Michigan / Eastern Michigan TV channel: ESPN+

The Western Michigan Broncos (15-11) visit George Gervin GameAbove Center to take on the Eastern Michigan Eagles (12-13) on Feb. 27. Tip off is scheduled for 7:00pm EST in Ypsilanti, MI.

Western Michigan is the betting favorite in this game, with the spread sitting at -1.5 (-110).

The Western Michigan vs. Eastern Michigan Over/Under is 145.5 total points.

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

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Western Michigan-1.5 -110O 145.5 -110-125
Eastern Michigan +1.5 -110U 145.5 -110+105

Western Michigan vs Eastern Michigan Prediction for Today:

The winning team model predicts Western Michigan will win this college basketball game with 57.6% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, key player performances and recent matchups.

Western Michigan vs Eastern Michigan Spread Prediction:

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the spread model predicts Eastern Michigan will cover the spread with 57.2% confidence for today’s game.


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  • Western Michigan has hit the 1H Game Total Under in 17 of their last 28 games (+4.50 Units / 14% ROI)
  • Western Michigan has hit the Team Total Under in their last 4 away games (+4.00 Units / 86% ROI)
  • Western Michigan have covered the Spread in 16 of their last 28 games (+2.85 Units / 9% ROI)
  • Western Michigan has hit the Game Total Over in 7 of their last 11 away games (+2.60 Units / 21% ROI)
  • Western Michigan has hit the 1H Moneyline in 3 of their last 8 away games (+0.75 Units / 9% ROI)
  • Eastern Michigan has hit the 1H Game Total Under in 17 of their last 27 games (+6.75 Units / 22% ROI)
  • Eastern Michigan has hit the Team Total Under in 17 of their last 27 games (+5.60 Units / 18% ROI)
  • Eastern Michigan has hit the Moneyline in 6 of their last 12 games at home (+4.65 Units / 32% ROI)
  • Eastern Michigan has hit the Game Total Under in 6 of their last 8 games at home (+3.80 Units / 44% ROI)

Western Michigan Basketball Against the Spread Record (ATS)

Western Michigan has a 15-11 record against the spread this college basketball season (+2.95 Units / 10.33% ROI).

  • 9-14 when betting on the Moneyline for -3.85 Units / -14.03% ROI
  • 12-14 when betting the Over for -3.4 Units / -11.89% ROI
  • 14-12 when betting the Under for +0.8 Units / 2.8% ROI

Eastern Michigan Basketball Against the Spread Record (ATS)

Eastern Michigan has a 12-13 record against the spread this college basketball season (-2.25 Units / -8.2% ROI).

  • 9-14 when betting on the Moneyline for +3.3 Units / 12.64% ROI
  • 12-13 when betting the Over for -2.4 Units / -8.7% ROI
  • 13-12 when betting the Under for -0.2 Units / -0.73% ROI

Western Michigan Offensive Stats & Trends:

Western Michigan has averaged 11.3 offensive rebounds per game (272 rebounds/24 games) this season — best among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 9.2

Western Michigan is shooting 62% from the free throw line (276/446) this season — lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 71%

Western Michigan is shooting 62% from the free throw line (276/446) this season — 2nd lowest among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 71%

Western Michigan has 272 offensive rebounds this season — most among Mid-American Teams

Eastern Michigan Offensive Stats & Trends:

Eastern Michigan has 15.5 free throw attempts per game this season — lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 19.4

Eastern Michigan has averaged 9.9 assists per game (535 assists/54 games) since the start of the 2022-23 season — lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 12.7

Eastern Michigan has averaged 10.3 assists per game (238 assists/23 games) this season — lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 12.6

Eastern Michigan has a 27% free throw rate (357 free throw attempts/1,346 field goal attempts) this season — lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 33%

Western Michigan Defensive Stats & Trends:

Western Michigan has forced 9.9 turnovers per game (547 turnovers/55 games) since the start of the 2022-23 season — lowest among Mid-American Teams ; League Avg: 12.1

Western Michigan has averaged 5.0 steals per game (276 steals/55 games) since the start of the 2022-23 season — lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 6.3

Western Michigan has averaged 23.3 defensive rebounds per game (560 rebounds/24 games) this season — 5th lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 23.6

Western Michigan has averaged 5.5 steals per game (133 steals/24 games) this season — tied for 40th lowest among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 6.8

Eastern Michigan Defensive Stats & Trends:

Eastern Michigan has averaged 21.6 defensive rebounds per game (497 rebounds/23 games) this season — lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 23.6

Eastern Michigan has allowed an average of 1.34 points per shot (4,254 points/3,185 shots) since the start of the 2022-23 season — highest among Mid-American Teams ; League Avg: 1.26

Eastern Michigan has averaged 21.6 defensive rebounds per game (1,164 rebounds/54 games) since the start of the 2022-23 season — lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 23.6

Eastern Michigan has averaged 21.6 defensive rebounds per game (497 rebounds/23 games) this season — 12th lowest among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 24.7


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