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Kent State vs. Ball State prediction: Kent State favored to win men's college basketball matchup [2/14/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get Kent State vs Ball State predictions for college basketball Saturday.
Ball State will face the favored Kent State in men's college basketball action at John E. Worthen Arena on Saturday, starting at 2:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' advanced college basketball model predicts Kent State as the most likely winner of the Kent State vs. Ball State game.
This article offers a closer look at Saturday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks.
Kent State vs. Ball State prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NCAA basketball game between Kent State and Ball State 10,000 times as part of our men's college basketball predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives Kent State a 77% chance of defeating Ball State. Our predicted final score has Kent State winning 76-68.
According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and Kent State and Ball State each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the 143.5-point over/under has a 53% chance of going over.
Kent State vs. Ball State odds
We have sourced the best men's college basketball odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Kent State | Ball State |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -7.5 (-102) | +7.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | -325 | +285 |
| Total | o143.5 (-105) | u143.5 (-115) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Kent State vs. Ball State picks and best bet
After matching our predictions 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 | Kent State -7.5 | -102 |
| Moneyline | Kent State | -325 |
| Total | Over 143.5 | -105 |
According to our men's college basketball best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 143.5 total points.
Kent State vs. Ball State game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's men's college basketball action between Ball State and Kent State at John E. Worthen Arena is scheduled to start at 2:00 PM ET.
- Who: Kent State vs. Ball State
- Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026
- Time: 2:00 PM ET/11:00AM PT
- Venue: John E. Worthen Arena
Conclusion
We predict Kent State, with a 77% win probability, will likely beat Ball State on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Kent State vs. Ball State insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on 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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