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Ohio vs. Kent State prediction: Kent State favored to win men's college basketball matchup [1/27/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get Ohio vs Kent State predictions for college basketball Tuesday.
Kent State and Ohio will meet in men's college basketball action at Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center on Tuesday, starting at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven college basketball model predicts Kent State as the most likely winner of the Ohio vs. Kent State game.
This article offers a closer look at Tuesday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks.
Ohio vs. Kent State prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Tuesday's NCAA basketball game between Ohio and Kent State 10,000 times as part of our men's college basketball predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives Kent State a 69% chance of defeating Ohio. Our predicted final score has Kent State winning 82-76.
According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and Ohio and Kent State each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the 162.5-point over/under has a 53% chance of staying under.
Ohio vs. Kent State odds
We have researched the best men's college basketball odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Ohio | Kent State |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +5.5 (-105) | -5.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | +225 | -260 |
| Total | o162.5 (-108) | u162.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Ohio vs. Kent 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 | Ohio +5.5 | -105 |
| Moneyline | Ohio | +225 |
| Total | Under 162.5 | -110 |
According to our men's college basketball best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 162.5 total points.
Ohio vs. Kent State game-day updates and essential details
Tuesday's men's college basketball matchup between Kent State and Ohio at Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Ohio vs. Kent State
- Date: Tuesday, January 27, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center
Conclusion
We predict Kent State, with a 69% win probability, will likely beat Ohio on Tuesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Ohio vs. Kent 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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