Sunday’s contest between the Akron Zips (3-2) and Alabama State Hornets (3-2) going head to head at James A. Rhodes Arena has a projected final score of 82-74 (based on our computer prediction) in favor of Akron, who is listed as the favorite by our model. The game will begin at 3:00 PM ET on November 24.

Based on our computer prediction, Akron is projected to cover the point spread (7.5) versus Alabama State. The two sides are expected to eclipse the 147.5 total.

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Akron vs. Alabama State Game Info & Odds

• Date: Sunday, November 24, 2024
• Time: 3:00 PM ET
• TV: ESPN+
• Live stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
• Where: Akron, Ohio
• Venue: James A. Rhodes Arena
• Line: Akron -7.5
• Point total: 147.5
• Moneyline (to win): Akron -400, Alabama State +300

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Akron vs. Alabama State Score Prediction

• Prediction:
  Akron 82, Alabama State 74

Spread & Total Prediction for Akron vs. Alabama State

• Pick ATS: Akron (-7.5)
• Pick OU: Over (147.5)

Akron has compiled a 1-3-0 record against the spread this season, while Alabama State is 2-1-0. The Zips have gone over the point total in four games, while Hornets games have gone over two times. The teams average 163.8 points per game, 16.3 more points than this matchup’s total.

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Akron Performance Insights

• The Zips average 80.4 points per game (125th in college basketball) while allowing 76.0 per contest (269th in college basketball). They have a +22 scoring differential overall and outscore opponents by 4.4 points per game.
• Akron falls short in the rebound battle by an average of 4.2 boards. It is collecting 32.4 rebounds per game (239th in college basketball) compared to its opponents’ 36.6 per outing.
• Akron connects on 12.4 three-pointers per game (sixth-most in college basketball), 5.6 more than its opponents (6.8).
• The Zips average 96.9 points per 100 possessions on offense (181st in college basketball), and give up 91.6 points per 100 possessions (234th in college basketball).
• Akron has won the turnover battle by 3.6 turnovers per game, committing 10.2 (74th in college basketball action) while forcing 13.8 (107th in college basketball).

Alabama State Performance Insights

• The Hornets put up 83.4 points per game (74th in college basketball) while giving up 74.6 per contest (252nd in college basketball). They have a +44 scoring differential and outscore opponents by 8.8 points per game.
• The 33.2 rebounds per game Alabama State accumulates rank 206th in college basketball, 1.4 more than the 31.8 its opponents record.
• Alabama State connects on 8.6 three-pointers per game (132nd in college basketball), 1.8 more than its opponents.
• Alabama State has committed 10.2 turnovers per game (74th in college basketball), 2.4 fewer than the 12.6 it forces (178th in college basketball).

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