Central Michigan Chippewas vs Marquette Golden Eagles Matchup

Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our Central Michigan vs Marquette NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Milwaukee.

Central Michigan vs Marquette Prediction

Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Chippewas and Golden Eagles. The game is starting at 9:00 ET on FS1, and it's hosted by the Golden Eagles at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, WI. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 148.5 points, and Marquette is favored by -27.5 at home against Central Michigan.

Central Michigan vs. Marquette Matchup At A Glance

Sport: NCAAB
Teams: Central Michigan Chippewas at Marquette Golden Eagles
Where: Milwaukee at Fiserv Forum
Date: Monday, November 11th
Betting Odds MARQ -27.5, CMICH +3400 | MARQ -15000 O/U 148.5

Chippewas Preview: Can Central Michigan Lock in a Road Win?

Central Michigan Chippewas Recent Game/Games

Central Michigan dropped a close one at home, losing 73-72 to Stony Brook on Thursday. The Chippewas were -5.5 favorites going into the game but couldn’t cover the spread.

After leading 36-30 at halftime, Central Michigan allowed 43 points in the 2nd half while scoring 36 of their own. The total points for the game were 145, going over the pre-game O/U line of 137.5.

Chippewas Offense Breakdown

Central Michigan's offense put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 49.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.2%, thanks to hitting 62.9% of their two-point attempts. However, they struggled from beyond the arc, shooting just 29.2% on 7-of-24 attempts, and their free-throw shooting was also lacking, as they hit only 50% from the line.

Collin O'Connor led the way with 16 points, shooting 7-of-10 overall and 1-of-2 from three-point range. Jakobi Heady and CJ Luster II each added 15 points, with Luster hitting 3-of-8 from deep. Anthony Pritchard contributed 12 points and 6 assists, while Andre Snoddy and Joe Octave both chipped in 11 points, with Octave struggling from the field, shooting just 4-of-14.

Chippewas Team Defense

Central Michigan's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 73 points on 49% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to convert 62% of their two-point attempts, with 22 makes on 35 tries.

From beyond the arc, Central Michigan held their opponent to 29% shooting, as they went 7/24 from three-point range. The Chippewas also sent their opponent to the line 18 times, where they made 9 free throws.

Golden Eagles Preview: Will the Golden Eagles Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?

Marquette Golden Eagles Recent Game/Games

Marquette opened their season with an 82-63 win over George Mason on Friday, November 8th. Playing at home, the Golden Eagles were -13.5 point favorites and covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game were 145, just under the O/U line of 149.5.

After trailing 37-36 at halftime, Marquette turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring George Mason 46-26. Their strong defensive effort in the 2nd half was key to the win.

Golden Eagles Offense Breakdown

Marquette put up 82 points in their last game, despite shooting just 38.8% from the field. They connected on 31.4% of their three-point attempts, hitting 11 of 35 from deep, and posted an effective field goal percentage of 47.8%.

David Joplin led the way with 27 points and 10 rebounds, knocking down 5 threes at a 45.5% clip. Kam Jones added 24 points, shooting 64.3% overall and 50% from beyond the arc, while also dishing out 8 assists.

Golden Eagles Team Defense

Marquette's defense held their opponent to 63 points, with a field goal percentage of 38% on 26/67 shooting. Inside the arc, they allowed 15/32 shooting, or 46%.

From three-point range, Marquette's defense gave up 11/35 shooting, or 31%. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 26 times, where they made 19, or 73%. Marquette allowed 14 offensive rebounds.

Chippewas vs Golden Eagles Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

When looking at their past five road matchups, Central Michigan has an ATS record of 4-1 while averaging 66 per game. The team went 3-2 overall in these games.
When looking at their past five home matchups, Marquette has an ATS record of 2-3 while averaging 69 per game. The team went 2-3 overall in these games.
Spanning across their last five games as the betting underdog, the Chippewas have gone 3-2 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 2-3.
The Golden Eagles have played well in their last five games as the betting favorite, going 4-1 straight up and 3-2 against the spread.