The Central Michigan Chippewas hope to send their betting backers to the pay window on Saturday as they look to cover the point spread at Centrum Arena-UT against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
Betting fans looking to back the Central Michigan Chippewas before tip-off in this one found them as -4.5-point favorites over at Sportsbook earlier.
Central Michigan Chippewas vs Southern Utah Thunderbirds Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
Supporters of the Central Michigan Chippewas have watched them go 8-1 and 6-0 ATS on the college basketball season, while the Southern Utah Thunderbirds are at 5-4 and 7-0 ATS. In totals betting, the Southern Utah Thunderbirds are 4-3, while the Central Michigan Chippewas have a 1-5 mark.
The power rankings show a disparity between these teams, with the Southern Utah Thunderbirds rated this week at No. 235 and the Central Michigan Chippewas sitting at No. 172.
Statistical Matchup
In the paint, the rebound battle will feature Southern Utah's No. 176-rated squad against Central Michigan's No. 140-rated roster. And in long-range shooting, Southern Utah rates No. 96 in the country with 8.44 per game, while their foes tonight, the Central Michigan Chippewas rank No. 40 nationally with 9.56 per match.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
Cecil Williams scored 17 points leading the Chippewas to a 74-69 victory over Tennessee Tech at McGuirk Arena on Saturday.
The Thunderbirds were hammered by Michigan State on Saturday, losing by a 88-63 final at Breslin Center in college basketball betting action.
Next Betting Matchups
Central Michigan at UMKC, Tuesday, December 19th
Southern Utah at Iowa, Tuesday, December 19th