The Eastern Michigan Eagles (7-7, 1-1 MAC) are slight underdogs (by 2.5 points) to continue a four-game home win streak when they host the Ohio Bobcats (7-7, 1-1 MAC) on Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 2 p.m. ET. The matchup has an over/under of 150.5.
Check out all the Latest NCAA Basketball Betting Previews!
Spread
Bet $20, Payout $38.18
Ohio Cover -2.5 vs Eastern Michigan -110
Ohio vs. Eastern Michigan betting lines
- Ohio moneyline odds to win: -149
- Eastern Michigan moneyline odds to win: +124
- Spread: Ohio (-2.5)
- Total: 150.5
Ohio statistics, trends and more
As the away team
- When playing at home last season, Ohio sported a better record against the spread (8-6-0) compared to its ATS record in road games (3-10-0).
- The Bobcats exceeded the total in a lower percentage of home games (57.1%) than road tilts (69.2%) last season.
- Ohio won a higher percentage of its matchups as a moneyline favorite at home last season, going 9-3 (.750). When playing away from home as a moneyline favorite, it had a record of 3-4 (.429).
Last season stats
- Last year, the Bobcats were 43rd in college basketball on offense (79.8 points scored per game) and 304th on defense (76.5 points allowed).
- Ohio collected 29.0 rebounds per game and conceded 32.3 boards last season, ranking 327th and 257th, respectively, in the nation.
- Last season the Bobcats were ranked 135th in the country in assists with 14.1 per game.
Ohio betting records this season
- ATS Record: 6-6-0 (Home: 3-3-0; Away: 2-1-0)
- ATS Record When Favored by 2.5+: 3-2-0 (As Favorite: 4-2-0; As Underdog: 2-4-0)
- O-U-P: 6-6-0 (Home: 2-4-0; Away: 2-1-0)
- Record When Moneyline Favorite: 4-2 (Home: 3-2; Away: 1-0)
- Record When Moneyline Underdog: 1-5 (Home: 0-1; Away: 0-2)
| Field Goal % | Opp. Field Goal % | Rebounds | Opp. Rebounds | Assists | Turnovers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46.7 (126th in nation) | 44.3 (232nd) | 31.1 (272nd) | 33.2 (293rd) | 14.0 (212th) | 11.0 (135th) |
Need to know more about sports betting before you put down a wager on Ohio vs. Eastern Michigan? Here’s everything you need to know about how to bet.
Eastern Michigan statistics, trends and more
As the home team
- Eastern Michigan’s winning percentage against the spread at home is .800 (4-1-0). Away, it is .625 (5-3-0).
- In 2025-26, a higher percentage of the Eagles’ games have finished above the over/under at home (40%, two of five) than away (37.5%, three of eight).
- The Eagles’ winning percentage at home when moneyline underdogs is 1.000 (2-0), and away it is .250 (2-6).
Last season stats
- Last season the Eagles scored 73.6 points per game (186th-ranked in college basketball) and gave up 76.5 points per contest (304th-ranked).
- Eastern Michigan grabbed 29.5 boards per game (318th-ranked in college basketball). It ceded 31.1 rebounds per contest (172nd-ranked).
- The Eagles ranked 268th in college basketball with 12.4 dimes per game.
Eastern Michigan betting records this season
- ATS Record: 9-4-0 (Home: 4-1-0; Away: 5-3-0)
- ATS Record When Underdog by 2.5+: 5-3-0 (As Favorite: 2-1-0; As Underdog: 7-3-0)
- O-U-P: 5-8-0 (Home: 2-3-0; Away: 3-5-0)
- Record When Moneyline Favorite: 2-1 (Home: 2-1; Away: 0-0)
- Record When Moneyline Underdog: 4-6 (Home: 2-0; Away: 2-6)
| Field Goal % | Opp. Field Goal % | Rebounds | Opp. Rebounds | Assists | Turnovers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44.0 (259th in nation) | 44.2 (228th) | 33.9 (150th) | 32.7 (269th) | 13.1 (272nd) | 11.7 (195th) |
Author Profile
BetDecider Team
The BetDecider team brings you the most current sports betting content, with expert insights and tips. Our aim is that you can make an informed betting decision, including best odds and exclusive sportsbook offers, to maximize your betting experience.
