Akron Zips vs Central Michigan Chippewas predictions, Jan 06, 2026

Jan 06, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

NCAA College Basketball, on Tuesday,

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In this upcoming NCAA College Basketball matchup, the Akron Zips will host the Central Michigan Chippewas on January 6, 2026. The two teams come into this game with contrasting recent forms, as the Zips have won 3 of their last 5 matches while the Chippewas have failed to secure a win in the same number of games.

The bookmakers have heavily favored the home team, giving the Akron Zips odds of 1.01 compared to Central Michigan Chippewas’ 15.83. This suggests that the Zips are expected to dominate the game and come out victorious.

The Zips will look to capitalize on their recent success and tactical strengths to secure another win at home, while the Chippewas will need to improve their performance to turn their recent form around. With a predicted final score of 93-71 in favor of Akron, it seems like they have the upper hand going into this matchup.

However, in sports, anything can happen, and the underdog Chippewas could potentially surprise everyone with a strong performance on the court. This game is sure to be an exciting and competitive clash between these two teams.

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Akron
94%		 Central Michigan
6%

Prediction (the most likely score): 93:71

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Betting Odds

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betsson 1.01 12
WilliamHill 1.01 16.5

Latest Results

03.01.26 Miami OH RedHawks basketball – Akron Zips basketball – 76:73
19.12.25 Akron Zips basketball – Eastern Michigan Eagles basketball – 93:72
13.12.25 Akron Zips basketball – Murray State Racers basketball – 100:115
06.12.25 Tulane Green Wave basketball – Akron Zips basketball – 71:88
03.12.25 Akron Zips basketball – Bucknell Bison basketball – 97:77		 03.01.26 Central Michigan Chippewas basketball – Toledo Rockets basketball – 75:78
30.12.25 Central Michigan Chippewas basketball – Ohio Bobcats basketball – 64:80
22.12.25 Wisconsin Badgers basketball – Central Michigan Chippewas basketball – 88:61
20.12.25 Northern Illinois Huskies basketball – Central Michigan Chippewas basketball – 74:73
13.12.25 Stony Brook Seawolves basketball – Central Michigan Chippewas basketball – 78:55

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Akron won 5.
  • Recent performances by Akron have been up and down (last 5 games: 3 wins).
  • Central Michigan is on a losing streak (in the last 5 games, wins – 0).
  • Central Michigan may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, Akron is the obvious favorite.
  • In the last 18 head-to-head matches, Akron won 15 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 1298:1193. (average 72.1:66.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Akron won 10 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 748:672. (average 68:61.1).

    Latest Head To Head

    15.02.25 Central Michigan Chippewas basketball – Akron Zips basketball – 82:85
    07.01.25 Akron Zips basketball – Central Michigan Chippewas basketball – 87:71
    06.02.24 Akron Zips basketball – Central Michigan Chippewas basketball – 68:47
    17.01.23 Central Michigan Chippewas basketball – Akron Zips basketball – 51:69
    04.03.22 Akron Zips basketball – Central Michigan Chippewas basketball – 57:56

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.75 (9.03%)

    2. Michigan Tech: 4.75 (9.03%)

    3. Arizona Wildcats: 9 (4.77%)

    4. Connecticut Huskies: 11 (3.9%)

    5. Duke Blue Devils: 12 (3.57%)

    6. Iowa State: 13 (3.3%)

    7. Purdue Boilermakers: 13 (3.3%)

    8. Houston Cougars: 13 (3.3%)

    9. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 15 (2.86%)

    10. Michigan State: 26 (1.65%)

    11. Florida Gators: 26 (1.65%)

    12. Illinois Fighting Illini: 26 (1.65%)

    13. Michigan State Spartans W: 26 (1.65%)

    14. Vanderbilt Commodores: 29 (1.48%)

    15. Brigham Young: 29 (1.48%)

    16. Kansas Jayhawks: 29 (1.48%)

    17. Louisville: 31 (1.38%)

    18. Kentucky Wildcats: 34 (1.26%)

    19. Tennessee Volunteers: 36 (1.19%)

    20. Alabama Crimson Tide: 36 (1.19%)

    21. North Carolina: 36 (1.19%)

    22. Arkansas Razorbacks: 41 (1.05%)

    23. Arkansas State: 41 (1.05%)

    24. Texas Tech: 46 (0.93%)

    25. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 50 (0.86%)

    26. St. Johns Red Storm: 50 (0.86%)

    27. St. Johns Sonics: 50 (0.86%)

    28. Virginia Cavaliers: 80 (0.54%)

    29. UCLA: 80 (0.54%)

    30. VCU Rams: 100 (0.43%)

    31. California Golden Bears: 100 (0.43%)

    32. Maryland Terrapins: 100 (0.43%)

    33. South Carolina Gamecocks: 100 (0.43%)

    34. Virginia Tech: 100 (0.43%)

    35. Boise State: 100 (0.43%)

    36. UC Irvine: 100 (0.43%)

    37. Marquette: 100 (0.43%)

    38. Villanova Wildcats: 100 (0.43%)

    39. LSU: 100 (0.43%)

    40. Ole Miss Rebels: 100 (0.43%)

    41. TCU: 100 (0.43%)

    42. Dayton Flyers: 100 (0.43%)

    43. Baylor Bears: 100 (0.43%)

    44. Indiana Hoosiers: 100 (0.43%)

    45. Colorado State: 100 (0.43%)

    46. High Point: 100 (0.43%)

    47. UCF Knights: 100 (0.43%)

    48. Wake Forest: 100 (0.43%)

    49. Wisconsin Badgers: 100 (0.43%)

    50. Memphis Tigers: 100 (0.43%)

    51. Pittsburgh Panthers: 100 (0.43%)

    52. Kansas State: 100 (0.43%)

    53. Clemson: 100 (0.43%)

    54. Iowa Hawkeyes: 100 (0.43%)

    55. Washington Huskies: 100 (0.43%)

    56. Colorado: 100 (0.43%)

    57. Utah Utes: 100 (0.43%)

    58. Northwestern Wildcats: 100 (0.43%)

    59. Seton Hall Pirates: 100 (0.43%)

    60. West Virginia: 100 (0.43%)

    61. SMU Mustangs: 100 (0.43%)

    62. Ohio State Buckeyes: 100 (0.43%)

    63. Notre Dame: 100 (0.43%)

    64. Syracuse Orange: 100 (0.43%)

    65. New Mexico: 100 (0.43%)

    66. Auburn Tigers: 100 (0.43%)

    67. Butler Bulldogs: 100 (0.43%)

    68. UC San Diego: 100 (0.43%)

    69. San Diego State: 100 (0.43%)

    70. George Mason: 100 (0.43%)

    71. Xavier Musketeers: 100 (0.43%)

    72. St. Marys (CA): 100 (0.43%)

    73. Mississippi St.: 100 (0.43%)

    74. Missouri Tigers: 100 (0.43%)

    75. McNeese State: 100 (0.43%)

    76. Utah State: 100 (0.43%)

    77. Creighton: 100 (0.43%)

    78. Miami (FL): 100 (0.43%)

    79. Texas Longhorns: 100 (0.43%)

    80. Cincinnati Bearcats: 100 (0.43%)

    81. Georgia Tech: 100 (0.43%)

    82. Oklahoma Sooners: 100 (0.43%)

    83. DePaul Blue Demons: 100 (0.43%)

    84. Stanford Cardinal: 100 (0.43%)

    85. Providence Friars: 100 (0.43%)

    86. Oklahoma State: 100 (0.43%)

    87. Georgia Bulldogs: 100 (0.43%)

    88. Arizona State: 100 (0.43%)

    89. Texas A&M: 100 (0.43%)

    90. Penn State: 100 (0.43%)

    91. Yale: 100 (0.43%)

    92. Oregon Ducks: 100 (0.43%)

    93. Georgetown: 100 (0.43%)

    94. USC Trojans: 100 (0.43%)

    95. Troy: 100 (0.43%)

    96. Akron Zips: 100 (0.43%)

    97. NC State: 100 (0.43%)

    98. Saint Marys: 100 (0.43%)

    99. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 100 (0.43%)

    100. Florida State: 100 (0.43%)

    101. Boston College: 100 (0.43%)

    102. California Maritime: 100 (0.43%)

    103. Grand Canyon: 100 (0.43%)

    104. Georgetown Hoyas W: 100 (0.43%)

    105. Miami Hurricanes W: 100 (0.43%)

    106. UC San Diego Tritons W: 100 (0.43%)

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