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Kent State vs. Buffalo prediction: Kent State favored to win men's college basketball matchup [1/13/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get Kent State vs Buffalo predictions for college basketball Tuesday.
Buffalo will square off with Kent State in men's college basketball action at Alumni Arena on Tuesday, beginning at 6:30 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven college basketball model predicts Kent State as the most likely winner of the Kent State vs. Buffalo game.
This article offers further insights into Tuesday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks.
Kent State vs. Buffalo prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Tuesday's NCAA basketball matchup between Kent State and Buffalo 10,000 times as part of our men's college basketball predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives Kent State a 55% chance of beating Buffalo. Our predicted final score has Kent State winning 79-78.
According to our model, Buffalo (+1.5) has a 53% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 163.5 points has a 55% chance of staying under.
Kent State vs. Buffalo odds
We have researched the best men's college basketball odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Kent State | Buffalo |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -1.5 (-115) | +1.5 (-105) |
| Moneyline | -130 | +120 |
| Total | o163.5 (-110) | u163.5 (-108) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Kent State vs. Buffalo 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 | Buffalo +1.5 | -105 |
| Moneyline | Buffalo | +120 |
| Total | Under 163.5 | -108 |
According to our men's college basketball best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 163.5 total points.
Kent State vs. Buffalo game-day updates and essential details
Tuesday's men's college basketball matchup between Buffalo and Kent State at Alumni Arena is scheduled to begin at 6:30 PM ET.
- Who: Kent State vs. Buffalo
- Date: Tuesday, January 13, 2026
- Time: 6:30 PM ET/3:30PM PT
- Venue: Alumni Arena
Conclusion
We predict Kent State, with a 55% win probability, will likely beat Buffalo on Tuesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Kent State vs. Buffalo 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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