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Central Michigan vs. Buffalo prediction: Buffalo favored to win men's college basketball matchup [2/28/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get Central Michigan vs Buffalo predictions for college basketball Saturday.
Buffalo will face Central Michigan in men's college basketball action at Alumni Arena on Saturday, starting at 2:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced college basketball model predicts Buffalo as the most likely winner of the Central Michigan vs. Buffalo game.
This article offers a closer look at Saturday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks.
Central Michigan vs. Buffalo prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NCAA basketball matchup between Central Michigan and Buffalo 10,000 times as part of our men's college basketball predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives Buffalo a 71% chance of beating Central Michigan. Our predicted final score has Buffalo winning 78-72.
According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and Central Michigan and Buffalo each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 151.5 points has a 53% chance of going over.
Central Michigan vs. Buffalo odds
We have researched the best men's college basketball odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Central Michigan | Buffalo |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +5.5 (-102) | -5.5 (-112) |
| Moneyline | +240 | -250 |
| Total | o151.5 (-108) | u151.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Central Michigan vs. Buffalo picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities against the best current 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 | Central Michigan +5.5 | -102 |
| Moneyline | Central Michigan | +240 |
| Total | Over 151.5 | -108 |
According to our best men's college basketball bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 151.5 total points.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Central Michigan vs. Buffalo game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's men's college basketball action between Buffalo and Central Michigan at Alumni Arena is scheduled to begin at 2:00 PM ET.
- Who: Central Michigan vs. Buffalo
- Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026
- Time: 2:00 PM ET/11:00AM PT
- Venue: Alumni Arena
Conclusion
We predict Buffalo, with a 71% win probability, will likely beat Central Michigan on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Central Michigan vs. Buffalo insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from the latest 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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