The Kent State Golden Flashes (19-6, 8-4 MAC) will be at McGuirk Arena to go head-to-head against the Central Michigan Chippewas (17-8, 6-6 MAC) in a MAC matchup. Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, February 19, 2019.
Kent State Golden Flashes vs. Central Michigan Chippewas Betting Odds
Both teams defeated their last opponent. The Chippewas defeated the Ohio Bobcats 87-80, while the Golden Flashes beat the Eastern Michigan Eagles 71-58.
Kent State played a flawless game. They had a turnover percentage of 13.6 (better than their season average of 14.1) and a free throw rate of 0.412 (above their season average of 0.242). Eastern Michigan was 21.8 and 0.271, respectively, for those same stats. Meanwhile, Central Michigan dominated nearly every stat category in their game. They had a fantastic free throw rate of 0.431 (above their season average of 0.287) and a turnover percentage of 12.0 (better than their season average of 14.7). For those same stats, Ohio recorded marks of 0.055 and 15.1, respectively. Shawn Roundtree had a good game for Central Michigan with 22 points. Philip Whittington had a good outing for Kent State, contributing 17 points and 10 rebounds.
The Golden Flashes dominated this series last year, securing victories in both contests. In the most recent contest, Kent State won 84-76. Getting to the charity stripe was one of Kent State’s biggest strengths. They made 26 trips to the line, while Central Michigan went 18 times. This is the first time these teams will meet this year.
Central Michigan could dominate the offensive glass in this meeting. The Chippewas are among the nation’s elite on the offensive glass, ranking 52nd in offensive rebounding percentage at 33.1 percent. Meanwhile, Kent State ranks 260th in the nation at corralling defensive rebounds with a defensive rebounding percentage of 70.0 percent.
Kent State Golden Flashes vs. Central Michigan Chippewas Free Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Kent State, ATS Winner – Kent State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Central Michigan ranks 35th in rebounds per game (38.7) while Kent State ranks 165th (35.1).
- The Chippewas rank 36th in steals per game (7.9) while the Golden Flashes rank 75th (7.1).
- The Golden Flashes average 3.6 blocks per game, which ranks 87th in the country. The Chippewas rank 177th in blocks allowed per game (4.4).
- Kent State ranks 112th in three pointers attempted per game (23.6) while Central Michigan ranks 163rd in three pointers allowed per game (22.6).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Chippewas have scored an average of 81.2 points per game (2.7 below their season average) and allowed an average of 79.0 points per game (2.4 above their season average).
- The Golden Flashes’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 3.8, down from 3.8 for the season.
