FINAL
January 13, 2026 β’ James A. Rhodes Arena
NCAAB PREVIEW β’ January 13, 2026
Featured Matchup
Hardwood Matchup: Ball State Cardinals meets Akron Zips at James A. Rhodes Arena.
Ball State Cardinals
Visiting Side
Akron Zips
Home Side
Team Matchup Analysis Tale of the Tape
Circled Game Matchup Projection
27%
Ball State Cardinals
VS
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Akron Zips
Projected Score
BAL 68
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AKR 88
Data Confidence
High
Data Used
3 of 4 categories
- Akron Zips maintains a stronger scoring margin over opponents.
- Akron Zips holds the advantage in team rebounding.
- Akron Zips shoots at a higher clip from the floor.
Ball State Cardinals
STAT
Akron Zips
Situational Context Environment
Venue Advantage
Host Akron Zips plays on familiar turf at James A. Rhodes Arena.
Conditions
Conditions: Dome/Indoor
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Circled Game Analytical Outlook
Circled Game Takeaway
Why Ball State Cardinals Could Win
Ball State Cardinals generates 72.0 points per game while shooting 42.0%.
Why Akron Zips Could Win
Akron Zips produces 87.1 points per game on 50.3% shooting.
Deciding Factor
The deciding factor will be if Akron Zips's more efficient shooting can break down the defense.
Game Details
James A. Rhodes Arena
Dome/Indoor
Attendance
N/A
Closing Odds
Line: NL | O/U: TBD
Team Leaders
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Roster Information Unavailable
Player leaders will be available shortly.
Consensus Pool
Closed Poll
Circle Crowd Pick Meter
Ball State Cardinals (41.4%)
Akron Zips (58.6%)
Total Submissions: 0 circles
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