Ball State Cardinals vs Massachusetts Minutemen predictions, Feb 24, 2026

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On February 24, 2026, the Ball State Cardinals will host the Massachusetts Minutemen in an intriguing NCAA College Basketball matchup. Both teams enter this game struggling to find consistency, having each secured just one victory in their last five outings.

The Cardinals will look to leverage their home court advantage, where they often perform better. However, their recent form has been disappointing, leading to questions about their tactical execution and ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities. Comparatively, the Minutemen will aim to exploit the Cardinals’ vulnerabilities, relying on their ability to transition quickly and stretch the floor with perimeter shooting.

Bookmakers have set the odds at 2.6 for a Ball State victory and 1.41 for a Massachusetts win, indicating a slight favoritism towards the visitors. The probability model suggests a closely contested game, with a 49.1% chance of a home win against a 50.9% chance for an away victory, highlighting the evenly matched nature of both teams.

As the game approaches, fans can expect a competitive atmosphere that may hinge on which team can better manage their recent struggles and assert their game plan effectively.

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Ball State
34.3%
Massachusetts
65.7%

Prediction (the most likely score): 69:74

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 2.75 1.4
MarathonBet 2.75 1.41
WilliamHill 2.75 1.45
Pinnacle 2.49 1.45

Latest Results

20.02.26 Ball State Cardinals basketball – Akron Zips basketball – 65:78
17.02.26 Ohio Bobcats basketball – Ball State Cardinals basketball – 69:57
14.02.26 Ball State Cardinals basketball – Kent State Golden Flashes basketball – 68:75
11.02.26 Ball State Cardinals basketball – Buffalo Bulls basketball – 53:63
07.02.26 Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks basketball – Ball State Cardinals basketball – 68:73
21.02.26 Massachusetts Minutemen basketball – Buffalo Bulls basketball – 82:86 OT
17.02.26 Massachusetts Minutemen basketball – Miami OH RedHawks basketball – 77:86
13.02.26 Akron Zips basketball – Massachusetts Minutemen basketball – 99:92
07.02.26 Coastal Carolina Chanticleers basketball – Massachusetts Minutemen basketball – 94:91 OT
03.02.26 Massachusetts Minutemen basketball – Central Michigan Chippewas basketball – 95:89

Facts

  • Neither of the teams is performing well right now.
  • Ball State may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Massachusetts might have a minor edge in this game.
  • In the last 2 head-to-head matches, Ball State won 0 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 157:168. (average 78.5:84).
  • Including home match between the teams, Ball State won 0 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 86:89.

    Latest Head To Head

    10.01.26 Massachusetts Minutemen basketball – Ball State Cardinals basketball – 79:71
    21.11.21 Ball State Cardinals basketball – Massachusetts Minutemen basketball – 86:89

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.75 (15.65%)

    2. Duke Blue Devils: 5.5 (13.52%)

    3. Arizona Wildcats: 5.5 (13.52%)

    4. Houston Cougars: 8.5 (8.75%)

    5. Florida Gators: 12.5 (5.95%)

    6. Illinois Fighting Illini: 14 (5.31%)

    7. Iowa State: 14 (5.31%)

    8. Connecticut Huskies: 18 (4.13%)

    9. Purdue Boilermakers: 26 (2.86%)

    10. Kansas Jayhawks: 31 (2.4%)

    11. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 41 (1.81%)

    12. Michigan State: 51 (1.46%)

    13. Arkansas Razorbacks: 51 (1.46%)

    14. St. Johns Red Storm: 51 (1.46%)

    15. Tennessee Volunteers: 67 (1.11%)

    16. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 67 (1.11%)

    17. Louisville: 67 (1.11%)

    18. Vanderbilt Commodores: 67 (1.11%)

    19. Alabama Crimson Tide: 67 (1.11%)

    20. Virginia Cavaliers: 81 (0.92%)

    21. Brigham Young: 81 (0.92%)

    22. North Carolina: 101 (0.74%)

    23. Wisconsin Badgers: 126 (0.59%)

    24. Clemson: 126 (0.59%)

    25. Kentucky Wildcats: 126 (0.59%)

    26. Texas Tech: 151 (0.49%)

    27. Iowa Hawkeyes: 151 (0.49%)

    28. St. Louis Billikens: 151 (0.49%)

    29. NC State: 151 (0.49%)

    30. UCF Knights: 201 (0.37%)

    31. Texas A&M: 201 (0.37%)

    32. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.3%)

    33. Indiana Hoosiers: 251 (0.3%)

    34. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.3%)

    35. Auburn Tigers: 251 (0.3%)

    36. Miami (FL): 251 (0.3%)

    37. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.3%)

    38. UCLA: 251 (0.3%)

    39. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.21%)

    40. Georgia Bulldogs: 351 (0.21%)

    41. USC Trojans: 351 (0.21%)

    42. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.15%)

    43. New Mexico: 501 (0.15%)

    44. San Diego State: 501 (0.15%)

    45. Missouri Tigers: 751 (0.1%)

    46. Santa Clara: 751 (0.1%)

    47. Miami (Ohio): 751 (0.1%)

    48. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

    49. TCU: 1001 (0.07%)

    50. Baylor Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

    51. Seton Hall Pirates: 1001 (0.07%)

    52. West Virginia: 1001 (0.07%)

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