Saturday’s game between the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders (11-5, 2-1 CUSA) and the Jacksonville State Gamecocks (9-6, 1-1 CUSA) at Murphy Center has a projected final score of 77-72 based on our computer prediction, with Middle Tennessee securing the victory. Tipoff is at 6:00 PM ET on January 11.

Based on our computer prediction, the Middle Tennessee versus Jacksonville State game has a predicted spread that matches the actual spread (5.5). The two teams are projected to exceed the 146.5 over/under.

Catch tons of live college basketball, plus original programming, with ESPN+ or the Disney Bundle.

Middle Tennessee vs. Jacksonville State Game Info & Odds

• Date: Saturday, January 11, 2025
• Time: 6:00 PM ET
• TV: ESPN+
• Live stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
• Where: Murfreesboro, Tennessee
• Venue: Murphy Center
• Line: Middle Tennessee -5.5
• Point total: 146.5
• Moneyline (to win): Middle Tennessee -260, Jacksonville State +205

Place your bets on any men’s college basketball matchup at BetMGM. Sign up today using our link.

Middle Tennessee vs. Jacksonville State Score Prediction

• Prediction:
  Middle Tennessee 77, Jacksonville State 72

Spread & Total Prediction for Middle Tennessee vs. Jacksonville State

• Pick ATS: Pick Em
• Pick OU: Over (146.5)

Middle Tennessee is 9-5-0 against the spread, while Jacksonville State’s ATS record this season is 8-4-0. The Blue Raiders are 7-7-0 and the Gamecocks are 6-6-0 in terms of hitting the over. The two teams combine to score 158.7 points per game, 12.2 more points than this matchup’s total. Over the last 10 games, Middle Tennessee has a 6-4 record against the spread while going 6-4 overall. Jacksonville State has gone 8-2 against the spread and 5-5 overall in its last 10 matches.

Bet on this or any men’s college basketball matchup at BetMGM.

Middle Tennessee Performance Insights

• The Blue Raiders average 78.4 points per game (104th in college basketball) while allowing 71.6 per contest (199th in college basketball). They have a +109 scoring differential overall and outscore opponents by 6.8 points per game.
• Middle Tennessee wins the rebound battle by an average of 5.8 boards. It is recording 36.4 rebounds per game (32nd in college basketball) compared to its opponents’ 30.6 per contest.
• Middle Tennessee knocks down 7.1 three-pointers per game (244th in college basketball) compared to its opponents’ 6.3. It shoots 31.8% from deep while its opponents hit 27.7% from long range.
• The Blue Raiders rank 156th in college basketball with 97.1 points scored per 100 possessions, and 120th in college basketball defensively with 88.6 points conceded per 100 possessions.
• Middle Tennessee and its opponents have been mostly even in the turnover battle. The Blue Raiders commit 11.2 per game (151st in college basketball) and force 11.9 (180th in college basketball action).

Jacksonville State Performance Insights

• The Gamecocks have a +148 scoring differential, topping opponents by 9.9 points per game. They’re putting up 80.3 points per game, 72nd in college basketball, and are allowing 70.4 per contest to rank 154th in college basketball.
• Jacksonville State wins the rebound battle by 9.1 boards on average. It collects 37.7 rebounds per game, 14th in college basketball, while its opponents grab 28.6.
• Jacksonville State knocks down 8.5 three-pointers per game (115th in college basketball), 1.1 fewer than its opponents.
• Jacksonville State loses the turnover battle by 2.3 per game, committing 9.1 (ninth in college basketball) while its opponents average 6.8.

Rep your favorite players with officially licensed gear. Head to Fanatics to find jerseys, shirts, hats, and much more.

Not all offers available in all states, please visit BetMGM for the latest promotions for your area. Must be 21+ to gamble, please wager responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, contact 1-800-GAMBLER.