The Kent State Golden Flashes (18-4, 8-1 MAC) will take on the Akron Zips (16-6, 8-1) on Friday at James A. Rhodes Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Kent State vs. Akron odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.
The Golden Flashes defeated Central Michigan 81-69 on Tuesday, failing to cover as 19-point favorites at home. Kent State is currently on a 2-game winning streak and has won 9 of its last 10 games.
The Zips beat Buffalo 81-64 on Tuesday to cover as 2.5-point favorites on the road. Akron has won 7 games in a row and has won 9 of its last 10 games.
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