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Ball State vs. Akron prediction: Why Akron is favored to win men's college basketball matchup [1/13/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get Ball State vs Akron predictions for college basketball Tuesday.
Men's college basketball action continues on Tuesday at 7:00 PM ET as Ball State faces off with the favored Akron in men's college basketball action at James A. Rhodes Arena.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven college basketball model projects Akron as the most likely winner of the Ball State vs. Akron game.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Tuesday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks.
Ball State vs. Akron prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Tuesday's NCAA basketball matchup between Ball State and Akron 10,000 times as part of our men's college basketball predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives Akron a 97% chance of defeating Ball State. Our predicted final score has Akron winning 87-65.
According to our model, Akron (-20.5) has a 53% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 153.5 points has a 52% chance of staying under.
Ball State vs. Akron odds
We have sourced the best men's college basketball odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Ball State | Akron |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +20.5 (-110) | -20.5 (-108) |
| Moneyline | +1600 | -2800 |
| Total | o153.5 (-110) | u153.5 (-108) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Ball State vs. Akron picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Akron -20.5 | -108 |
| Moneyline | Akron | -2800 |
| Total | Under 153.5 | -108 |
According to our best men's college basketball bets, the top play to make on this game is Akron -20.5 at the spread.
Ball State vs. Akron game-day updates and essential details
Tuesday's men's college basketball game between Akron and Ball State at James A. Rhodes Arena is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Ball State vs. Akron
- Date: Tuesday, January 13, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: James A. Rhodes Arena
Conclusion
We predict Akron, with a 97% win probability, will likely beat Ball State on Tuesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Ball State vs. Akron insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Dave Garofolo uses sophisticated AI-driven analytics to make predictions and evaluate player performances in the NBA, MLB, NFL, NHL, NCAAM, and PGA TOUR tournaments, crafting insightful game and prop previews.
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