Kent State vs Akron Prediction 1/31/25 College Basketball Picks Today

In this article, we will formulate a Kent State vs Akron prediction for this College Basketball game on Friday, January 31st at the MAC Center in Kent, Ohio. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Kent State Golden Flashes Betting Preview

The Kent State Golden Flashes are 13-7 (4-4) this year after they defeated Bowling Green by a score of 75-57 in their last game. Kent State led 41-23 at halftime and was able to maintain that lead in the second half for the win. The Golden Flashes shot 51.9% from the field, 45.5% on three-pointers, and 69.2% on free throws in the game. VonCameron Davis led Kent State with 24 points and four assists, while Jalen Sullinger added 18 points and one rebound in the game. 

Prior to that win, the Golden Flashes lost to Ohio by a score of 61-59 but did beat Toledo by a score of 83-64 before that. Kent State has lost three of their last five games and they are currently tied for fifth in the MAC standings with a 4-4 record. Kent State has scored 70.0 points per game and they have allowed 64.2 points per game, while also averaging 36.3 rebounds and 12.7 assists per game this season. VonCameron Davis is averaging 15.9 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game, while Jalen Sullinger is averaging 12.2 points, 1.5 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game this year. Kent State is shooting 41.7% from the field, 73% on free throws, and 28.9% on three-pointers this season. 

Akron Zips Betting Preview

The Akron Zips are 15-5 (8-0) this season after they defeated Northern Illinois by a score of 80-70 in their last game. Akron led 37-33 at halftime and added 43 points in the second half in the win. The Zips shot 42.9% from the field, 30.3% on three-pointers, and 76.2% on free throws in the game. Tavari Johnson led Akron with 21 points and four assists, while Nate Johnson added 19 points and six rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that victory, the Zips defeated Miami (OH) by a score of 102-75 and Buffalo by a score of 90-58. Akron has won eight games in a row and they are currently first in the MAC standings with a perfect 8-0 record. Akron has scored 84.0 points per game and they have allowed 73.0 points per game, while also averaging 18.3 assists and 41.2 rebounds per game this season. Nate Johnson is averaging 13.4 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game, while Tavari Johnson is averaging 12.6 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game this year. Akron is shooting 45.6% from the field, 75.8% on free throws, and 36.2% on three-pointers this season. 

Why Akron will beat Kent State

• Akron has won each of its last 11 games against the Mid-American Conference.
• Kent State has lost four of its last five night games following a home win.
• Akron has won the first half in each of its last four games against the Mid-American Conference.

Kent State vs Akron Prediction 

Akron comes into this matchup with an undefeated record in conference play and they are 15-5 overall on the season, but they will be on the road in this game. The Zips have scored at least 80 points in five straight games, but they are allowing 73 points per game on defense. Kent State is just 4-4 in conference play and they are 1-3 in their last four home games. The Golden Flashes are shooting just 41.7% from the field this year and they have scored 61 points in two of their last four games. I would love to take Kent State at home, but I think Akron is just the way better team and is shooting the ball much better. Take Akron here.