Ball State vs. Kent State Predictions, Odds: 2023 College Basketball Picks, Best Bet Jan 20 by Proven Models

A pair of red-hot teams collide Friday when the Ball State Cardinals tangle with the Kent State Golden Flash in a Mid-American Conference game in Kent, Ohio. The Cardinals (13-5, 4-1 MAC) have won his second straight, 9 of 10 wins, and are tied with Akron for second in the league. The Golden Flash (15-3, 5-0) has a 10-of-11 streak in which he wins 9 times, leading the MAC alone. Kent State is 8-0 on home court, and he’s 3-3 on the road this season in Ball State. Kent State are leading an all-time series 48-41, including his 31-11 dominance in the game played in Kent.

Tips from MAC Center are set for 6:30 PM ET. Golden Flashes are the 9-point favorites in the Caesars Sportsbook’s latest Ball State vs. Kent State odds, with a total over/under set at 138. Before making your Ball State vs Kent State pick, be sure to check out our college basketball predictions and betting advice from the SportsLine projection model.

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The model now has its sights set on Ball vs. Kent, anchoring its picks and CBB predictions. Visit SportsLine today to see our model recommendations. Here are the college basketball odds and betting lines for Kent State vs Ball State.

• Ball and Kent spread: Kent -9
• Ball vs. Kent Over/Under: 138 points
• Ball vs Kent money line: Kent -455, Ball +345
• BSU: The Cardinals are 5-1 against the spread in the last six games following the ATS loss.
• KSU: The Golden Flash is 6-0 ATS in its last six games on Friday.
• Ball and Kent Recommendations: Here are our recommendations

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Why Kent has you covered

Senior guard Cynthia Carey is one of three Golden Flashes averaging double-digit scoring. Carey averaged 16.9 points, 4.8 assists, 3.7 rebounds and 1.9 steals in all 18 starts. He is one of the best free throw shooters on the team, making his 80.8% of foul shots. He has scored in double digits in all of his last four games, including a 31-point performance in a 69-66 win over Miami, Ohio on January 7.

Also boosting Kent State’s offense is senior guard Malik Jacobs, who has scored in double figures in 13 of 17 games. He has two double-doubles, including his 10 points and 10 steals in his November 19 game against Chicago State. He also had 16 points and 13 rebounds against Toledo on January 10. He averaged 12.7 points, 4.6 rebounds, 3.1 assists and 3.1 steals per game.

The reason why the ball state can cover

Cardinals junior guard Jaron Coleman is averaging 14.6 points, 4.9 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 1.4 steals. He has scored in double figures in 16 of his 18 games, including his season-high 29 in his 83–71 loss against Indiana State on November 12. Scores are also included. He delivered a performance of 22 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists in his 71-70 win over Western Michigan on Tuesday.

Sophomore guard Jaylin Sellers is hot off the field, connecting on 49.7% of his field goals, including 50% from 3-point range. He’s also hitting 77.3% of his free throws. He has scored in double figures and recorded two double-doubles in 11 games, and he tallied his 15 points and 11 rebounds in the win over Toledo.

How to make ball and kent picks

In total, SportsLine’s model predicts 142 total points. We also say that one side of the spread is worth everything. Model’s Picks are only available at SportsLine.

So who will be the winner in Ball State or Kent State? And which side of the spread has all the value? Visit SportsLine today to see how college basketball picks are making you money this season See and find out whether to hop in Ball State or Kent State from the advanced model.