Creighton vs Central Michigan Prediction Basketball Picks 12-9-23
Creighton Bluejays (7-1) vs Central Michigan Chippewas (3-5)
2023-12-09 14:00:00 EDT
The Line: Betting Odds: Creighton Bluejays -30.5 -- Over/Under: 145
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The Central Michigan Chippewas look for a win after splitting their last 6 games. The Creighton Bluejays look to build on their 7-1 record. Let’s preview this game and give out a Central Michigan Chippewas vs Creighton Bluejays prediction.
Central Michigan Chippewas Betting Preview
The Central Michigan Chippewas bounced back from losses to Stetson and Ohio State with a win over Valparaiso. The Central Michigan Chippewas are averaging 65.1 points on 42.7 percent shooting and allowing 75.3 points on 46.7 percent shooting. Anthony Pritchard is averaging 13.5 points and 5 assists, while Markus Harding is averaging 11.7 points and 4.5 rebounds. Brian Taylor is the third double-digit scorer and Paul McMillian IV is grabbing 1.4 rebounds. The Central Michigan Chippewas are shooting 32.7 percent from beyond the arc and 63.1 percent from the free throw line. The Central Michigan Chippewas are allowing 34.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 28.3 rebounds per game.
Creighton Bluejays Betting Preview
The Creighton Bluejays are coming off wins over Oklahoma State and Nebraska. The Creighton Bluejays are averaging 84 points on 49.5 percent shooting and allowing 63.4 points on 40.3 percent shooting. Baylor Scheierman is averaging 19.3 points and 7.5 rebounds, while Trey Alexander is averaging 16 points and 6.4 rebounds. Ryan Kalkbrenner is the third double-digit scorer and Steven Ashworth is grabbing 3.1 rebounds. The Creighton Bluejays are shooting 39.2 percent from beyond the arc and 73.8 percent from the free throw line. The Creighton Bluejays are allowing 30.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 39.6 rebounds per game.
Central Michigan Chippewas vs Creighton Bluejays prediction
This is a massive line, and the Central Michigan Chippewas haven’t looked good whenever playing respectable competition. Central Michigan didn’t put up a fight against Ohio State or FSU and lost to Stetson by 10 points. Creighton has the offensive firepower to bury most teams, especially at home. Again, there are better options out there given this massive line, but if forced to pick, I’m going to side with the Bluejays.