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Akron vs Ohio Prediction 1/17/25 College Basketball Picks Today

Ohio (10-6) vs. Akron (11-5)
January 17, 2025 6:00 pm EDT
The Line: Akron -3; Over/Under: 159
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In this article, we will formulate an Akron vs Ohio Prediction for this college basketball game on Friday, January 17th, at the James A Rhodes Arena.  Let’s take a look at an Akron Zips vs Ohio Bobcats Pick.

The last five games played between the two teams were won by the home team. Last March it was Akron that was able to secure the 65-62 victory. 


Ohio Has Confidence

Ohio Has a ton of confidence right now and they just keep winning games. In the last game against Ball State, Ohio State was able to secure the 86-71 victory. Jackson Paveletske put up 15 points, six assists, and two rebounds. There were four different players that put up at least 12 points. Two games ago against Northern Illinois, Ohio scored 108 points and that was enough for the 38-point victory. Forward AJ Clayton put up 31 points. Four rebounds and two assists. 

Ohio on the season is averaging 81.1 points while their defense is giving up 73.8 points per game. The offense is ranked 52nd in the league while the defense is ranked 250th. The offense is shooting 48.24 percent from the field which is 44th in the league. They are shooting 36.79 percent from behind the three-point line which is 59th in the league. AJ Clayton has been the top player for Ohio averaging 16.8 points while shooting 50.3 percent from the field and 40.4 percent from behind the three-point line. 

Akron Has Won Four Straight

Akron has won four straight games and they have a ton of confidence right now. In the last game against Toledo, Akron scored 85 points and they ended up winning by seven points. At halftime, they were down 43-20 but in the second half they scored 55 points and that led to the victory.  Nate Johnson had a strong game putting up 28 points, nine rebounds, and four assists. There were three different players that put up at least 12 points. 

Akron on the season is averaging 82.3 points while their defense is giving up 73.6 points per game. The offense is ranked 35th in the league while the defense is ranked 282nd. They are averaging 66.94 field goal attempts per game which is 2nd in the league. Guard Nate Johnson is averaging 12.7 points while shooting 43.1 percent from the field and 25.1 percent from behind the three-point line. Tavari Johnson is averaging 11.8 points while shooting 40.8 percent from the field. 

Why Akron Will Beat Ohio 

  • Akron has won 24 of its last 25 games at James A. Rhodes Arena against non-AP-ranked opponents.
  • Ohio has lost six of its last seven night games at James A. Rhodes Arena against non-AP-ranked opponents.
  • Ohio has lost the first half in three of its last four games at James A. Rhodes Arena.

Akron vs Ohio Prediction

At home this season Akron is 6-0 straight up while Ohio is 2-4 away from home. Akron on the season is averaging 82.3 points per game and they are going to have no issue running up the score here. Ohio’s offense overall this season has been good, but they aren’t going to be as strong here. Akron’s offense is going to get out to a fast start, and they will end up cruising here. Back Akron against the spread. 

Shane Mickle's Free Pick: Akron -3

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Shane Mickle

Sports is about all Shane knows in this life! He has a passion for sports and writing, which makes working for Sportschatplace a perfect job for him! If you find him cheering for a team it's usually a Minnesota team, or the Kansas Jayhawks!

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