1No. 20 Michigan State will take on Oakland from Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, MI on Tuesday night. Will the Spartans cover as a large favorite? Or are the Grizzlies the better bet in tonight’s Michigan State vs. Oakland matchup?
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
Oakland Grizzlies (+16) at Michigan State Spartans (-16); o/u 134.5
7:00 p.m. ET, Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI
Oakland vs. Michigan State Public Betting: Bettors Taking Points
Our CBB Public Betting Information page indicates that 60% of public bettors are currently backing Michigan State when it comes to the spread. This information is subject to change throughout the day, however, so be sure to check the link so you’re receiving the most up-to-date public betting data.
Akins has game-high 18 points in rout
Jaden Akins closed Saturday’s 89-52 victory over Nebraska with 18 points (5-10 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 4-4 FT), two rebounds and one assist over 20 minutes. Akins converted on 4-of-8 looks from deep, closing with 18 points, two rebounds and one assist during Saturday’s rout of the Cornhuskers. The 6-foot-4 senior continues to log high-scoring outings with the Spartans in his fourth season with the program, averaging 13 points, 4.6 rebounds, two assists and 0.7 steals across 10 starts. Akins has logged 10-or-more points in seven games this season.
Booker scores 11 against Nebraska
Xavier Booker provided 11 points (4-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and six rebounds over 15 minutes during Saturday’s 89-52 win over Nebraska. Booker chipped in 11 points and six rebounds as the Spartans routed the Cornhuskers on Saturday. The 6-foot-11 sophomore has been on a roll for MSU, averaging 11.3 points, five rebounds and one block on 19.3 minutes per game across the Spartans’ last three games. Booker will look to stay involved during Tuesday’s game against Oakland.
Oakland vs. Michigan State CBB Prediction:
Take Michigan State. In the last 10 meetings between these two teams, the Spartans are 10-0 straight up and are 7-3 against the spread versus the Grizzlies. On the year, MSU is also 6-4 at the betting window, covering four times in its last five games (including three in a row).
Oakland vs. Michigan State College Hoops Prediction: Michigan State Spartans -16