Kent State Golden Flashes vs Central Michigan Chippewas Picks, Prediction, Odds, and Line Movement for Saturday, January 10 2026
Use Code WWWC It’s a MAC basketball clash on Saturday, Jan. 10. Read our Kent State vs Central Michigan prediction along with our NCAAB picks for the night. Kent State is 12-3 and they are undefeated in conference play. The Golden Flashes have won three of their last four games. The Chippewas are 4-12 and they have struggled this season losing five straight games. Central Michigan has also not won against a Division I opponent at home this year. These two teams will meet with tip-off set for 3 P.M. EST.
Kent State starts conference play undefeated
Kent State is 12-3 overall this season. The Golden Flashes are one of four MAC teams that are undefeated in conference play with a 3-0 record. Kent State has won three of their last four games with the lone loss to No. 5 Purdue.
In their last game, Kent State defeated Bowling Green 96-93 at home on Tuesday, Jan. 6. Delrecco Gillespie went on a personal 6-0 run in the final minute to lift the Golden Flashes to a big win. Kent State shot 54% from the field and 44% from behind the 3-point line in the win. They forced nine turnovers, which led to 15 points for the team. Gillespie led the team with 32 points on 9-for-18 shooting.
Gillespie leads the team with 20 points and 11.7 rebounds per game. Cian Medley is passing for a team-high 6.4 assists per game.
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Kent State is ranked 142nd in the nation according to KenPom. They have the 103rd ranked offense and the 226th ranked defensive in the country.
Kent State is averaging 91 points per game, which ranks 29th. They are shooting 48.5% from the field, placing them 54th. The Golden Flashes are the 49th ranked 3-point shooting team making 36.9% from behind the arc.
On defense, Kent State is allowing 81.5 points per game, which ranks 286th. They are allowing 43.7% from the field, which ranks 194th. They are also the 313th ranked 3-point defensive team allowing 36% from behind the arc.
Kent State is 6-7 against the spread this season. The Golden Flashes are 1-4 against the spread when they have played on the road or on a neutral site. They are 6-6 against the spread as a favorite. The over is 9-4 when Kent State has played this season. The over is 2-1 when the Golden Flashes have played on the road. The over is 4-2 when the total has been set at 160 points or more.
Central Michigan winless against D-1 opponents at home
Central Michigan is 4-12 overall this season. The Chippewas are 0-4 in MAC play this season. They have a 3-3 home record as they have spent the majority of the season on the road. Central Michigan has lost five straight games. They are also 0-3 when playing Division I teams at home.
In their last game, Central Michigan lost 82-69 away from home to Akron on Tuesday, Jan. 6. The Chippewas never led in the game as the Zips went wire-to-wire for victory. Central Michigan shot 45% from the field and 29% from behind the arc in the loss. They were out scored 42-26 in the lane, too. Tomario Adley led the team with 20 points on 8-for-13 shooting.
Nathan Claerbaut leads the team with 12.7 points and 6.3 rebounds per game. Adley is dishing out a team-high 3.6 assists per game.
According to KenPom, Central Michigan ranks 322nd in the nation. They have the 301st ranked offense and the 324th ranked defense.
Central Michigan is averaging 76.7 points per game, which ranks 259th. They are the 198th ranked shooting team, making 45.3% from the field. The Chippewas are making 28.2% from behind the 3-point line, which is the sixth worst percentage in the country.
On defense, Central Michigan is allowing 83.5 points per game, which ranks 313th. They are giving up 46.6% from the field, placing 311th. The Chippewas are also the 208th ranked 3-point defensive team, giving up 33.5% from behind the arc.
Central Michigan is 7-7 against the spread this season. The Chippewas are 2-2 against the spread when playing at home. They are 2-1 against the spread as a favorite. They are 5-6 against the spread as an underdog. The under is 9-5 when the Chippewas have played. The under has hit in six straight games. The under is 4-2 when the total has been set at 150 points or more.
Kent State Golden Flashes vs Central Michigan Chippewas Picks
Kent State vs Central Michigan Spread Pick
- Kent State -10 (5 units)
Kent State has MAC Championship aspirations this season and big wins on the road are key. The Golden Flashes will get this victory thanks to a superior offense, as they rank 103rd in offense according to KenPom. Central Michigan’s 324th ranked defense will not stand a chance. Kent State will go ahead quickly and will keep their feet on the gas pedal all game long. The Golden Flashes have the 54th best field goal percentage in the nation, which showcases the team’s efficiency for a big win.
Take Kent State to cover.
Kent State vs Central Michigan Over/Under Pick
- Under 154.5 (5 units)
Under 154.5 (5 units) Offensive prowess has not been Central Michigan’s strength this season. It’s why the under has hit so many times. The under has hit in six straight games. The under is also 4-2 when it’s been set at 150 points or more. The over has hit more times for Kent State, but that won’t be the case in this game. With Central Michigan’s poor offense, the pace of the game will be key. Central Michigan is the 246th fastest team in the league. They take forever and rarely attack in transition.
Take the under on Saturday.
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