Central Michigan vs Eastern Michigan

Eastern Michigan enters this matchup riding a two-game win streak, while Central Michigan has dropped its last three contests, faltering in close games. Historically, Eastern Michigan’s leading scorer has thrived against Central Michigan, averaging 18.5 points in their last three meetings, which could be a deciding factor. While both teams sit at the same record, Eastern Michigan’s recent form and home-court edge make them a valuable underdog play at +115. Given the payout and factors in their favor, this pick holds solid value with a B grade.

Eastern Michigan enters this matchup on a three-game losing streak, struggling to find consistency on the offensive end. Meanwhile, Central Michigan isn’t faring much better with back-to-back losses of their own, and their offense has been stagnant, scoring under 70 points in three of their last four games. Historically, these teams tend to engage in defensive battles, with two of their last three matchups finishing well below this total. With both squads struggling to create high-percentage looks and lacking key offensive contributors, the under is a strong play. Betting under 146.5 offers solid value, earning a B+ grade due to the teams' recent form and slow tempo, making a high-scoring game unlikely.

Central Michigan has been showing more resilience despite their up-and-down season, while Eastern Michigan is trending in the wrong direction with multiple consecutive losses. The Eagles' struggles at home have been well-documented, and they're now dealing with fatigue following a tough conference stretch. Meanwhile, Central Michigan has played well against MAC opponents with a strong 5-2 record against the spread in their last seven road games. The Chippewas' ability to defend the perimeter gives them an advantage over an Eastern Michigan team that relies heavily on streaky outside shooting. Given the current trajectory of both teams, Central Michigan covering a 2.5-point spread offers solid betting value. While not without risk, the matchup dynamics and recent trends make this a strong play.