Miami (OH) vs Ball State Basketball Odds

The RedHawks will play the Cardinals on Saturday, January 20th, 2024. Your timezone's tip off time is 2:00 pm EST. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.

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Key Matchup Stats

Looking into the second half of the 2023-24 college basketball season, Miami (OH) and Ball State are set to hit the hardwood on Saturday, January 20th, 2024. Luckily, we have some clear performance trends emerging now that each team has more than a dozen games under their belts. Use the following data to help analyze this matchup and to place an intelligent wager on its ultimate outcome.

  • SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - With the 2023-24 season in full stride, Miami (OH) currently has a 97.00 conference power ranking, while the SportsBetting3.com conference power ranking for Ball State is 97.33.
  • Away Miami (OH) - Miami (OH) starts this game with a 2-6 record as an away team, ranking them 3rd in the MAC Conference for away team wins.
  • Home Ball State - Ball State meets Miami (OH) boasting a 7-2 record as a home team. They currently rank 2nd in the MAC Conference for home team wins.
  • Conference Win Percentage - Miami (OH) currently ranks 4th (0.400) in the MAC Conference, with Ball State now standing 5th (0.200) for their conference win percentage in the 2023 MAC Conference for the 2023-24 college basketball season.
  • Overall Win Percentage - Miami (OH) has a 0.471 overall win percentage, with Ball State, matching up with a 0.529 overall win percentage.
  • Team Records - Miami (OH) currently possesses 8-9 regular season overall record. Meanwhile, Ball State has tallied a 9-8 standing as the 2023-24 college basketball season continues to unfold.

Moneyline Mage

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Moneyline Mage
Moneyline Mage

Ladies and gentlemen, gather round and let the magic of college basketball enchant you! On Saturday, January 20th, 2024, the Miami (OH) RedHawks, with an 8-9 overall record, will conjure their skills against the Ball State Cardinals, standing at 9-8. These teams are locked in a battle of spells and hoops in the 2023-24 season.

In the mystical realm of college basketball, conference records hold great power. They determine the seeds for the conference tournament, where teams will fight tooth and wand for glory. Miami (OH) stands at 2-3 in the MAC Conference, while Ball State lags behind at 1-4.

Beware, for the RedHawks arrive with a lost game spell on their robes, while the Cardinals soar with the invincible wind of victory in their wings. Can Miami (OH) break the curse and thwart Ball State's winning streak?

To navigate the unpredictable magic of this clash, review the tables below to find the best point spread, total, and moneylines for this game. Remember, you can bet on college basketball legally at BetRivers, BetMGM, and BetWay. The future odds and current standings of these teams are also listed below, providing guidance for those who dare to dabble in the art of prediction.

So, my fellow wizards of the court, mark your calendars and prepare for a clash of spells, hoops, and destiny. Brace yourself for the clash between Miami (OH) and Ball State, where the outcome of this enchanted duel will be written in the annals of college basketball lore.

Best RedHawks at Cardinals Odds


Best Point Spread Betting Odds
Underdog

Miami (OH)
Favorite

Ball State
Ball State has a -4.5 -105 point spread at BetMGM VA. They are the point spread favorite in this matchup. Miami (OH) has a +4.5 -115 point spread at BetMGM VA. Miami (OH) is the point spread underdog. Review how to bet on a point spread with our text and video tutorials.

Best Total Betting Odds
OverUnder
BetMGM has the best over line of 144.5 points. Risk $105 to win $100. BetMGM has the best under line of 144.5 points. Risk $115 to win $100. Our tutorial explains more about total bets.

Best Moneyline Betting Odds
Underdog

Miami (OH)
Favorite

Ball State
Ball State is the -190 moneyline favorite. Risk $190 to win $100 on Ball State at BetMGM. Miami (OH) is the +155 underdog at BetMGM. Risk $100 to win $155 on Miami (OH). Learn more about how to bet on money lines.

Matchup Odds FAQs

What is the point spread for the Miami (OH) vs Ball State College Basketball game on Saturday, January 20th, 2024?

Ball State is a -4.5 -105 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while Miami (OH) is a +4.5 -115 point spread underdog at BetMGM.

What is the over-under total line for the Miami (OH) vs Ball State College Basketball game on Saturday, January 20th, 2024?

The best over line is 144.5 -105 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $105 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 144.5 -115 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $115 to win $100 betting the under.

What is the moneyline for the Miami (OH) vs Ball State College Basketball game on Saturday, January 20th, 2024?

Ball State is a -190 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and Miami (OH) is a +155 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.

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College Basketball Odds and Outcomes Explained

Game
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Miami (OH)
Ball State
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+4.5 -115-4.5 -105
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Underdog Miami (OH) - Miami (OH) bettors risk $100 to win $86.96 at -115 odds.

A +4.5 Miami (OH) underdog bet wins if they lose by 4 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 5 or more.

Favorite Ball State - Ball State bettors risk $100 to win $95.24 at -105 odds.

A -4.5 Ball State favorite bet wins if they win by 5 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 4 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.

Miami (OH) at Ball State Prop Bets

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Miami (OH)
Ball State
First to 5 Points
1/20/24 2:00pm EST
-105-135Bet
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Ball State
First to 10 Points
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Ball State
First to 15 Points
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Team Standings

2023-2024 College Basketball Regular Season Standings - Miami (OH), Ball State
Team W-L Win% Home Away Conf CGB Conf% Strk
Ball State15-160.4849-76-87-11+70.389L1
Miami (OH)15-170.4699-66-109-9+50.500L3

Miami (OH) & Ball State Futures Odds

Latest College Basketball Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review March Madness odds for other teams and learn how to bet on the college basketball tournament. Also be sure to read Ron Halfback's Final Four write-up.

Miami (OH) Championship Odds

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Ball State Championship Odds

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Miami (OH) & Ball State Team Pages

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How to Bet on the Miami (OH) vs Ball State College Basketball Game

  1. Open a new sports betting account before game time.

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