NCAAB picks 11/19: Middle Tennessee @ Michigan

Middle Tennessee

@

Michigan

The Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders (3-0) are set to face the No. 7 Michigan Wolverines (3-0) on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. ET at the Crisler Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Both teams enter the matchup undefeated, making this an exciting early-season contest.

Team Analysis

Middle Tennessee

• Season Overview and Recent Form: The Blue Raiders have started the season strong, securing victories against Evansville, Webster, and Milligan. Their most recent win was a 77-72 triumph over Evansville, where Kamari Lands led the team with 23 points.

• Offensive Performance: Middle Tennessee boasts a high-scoring offense, averaging 95.3 points per game, ranking 24th nationally. They also excel in three-point shooting, making 12.7 three-pointers per game, placing them 12th in the nation.

• Defensive Performance: Defensively, the Blue Raiders allow 72.5 points per game, ranking 195th nationally. They also rank 226th in rebounds allowed, conceding 31.9 boards per contest.

Michigan

• Season Overview and Recent Form: The Wolverines have also begun the season with a perfect 3-0 record, with wins over TCU, Wake Forest, and Oakland. Their latest game was a narrow 67-63 victory over TCU.

• Offensive Performance: Michigan averages 91 points per game, ranking 50th nationally. They have a field goal percentage of 51.9%, placing them 31st in the nation.

• Defensive Performance: The Wolverines allow 75 points per game, ranking 75th nationally. They have a rebound percentage of 66.10%, ranking 33rd in the nation.

Key Matchup Factors

• Head-to-Head History: This will be the first meeting between Middle Tennessee and Michigan, making it a fresh matchup with no prior head-to-head history.

• Important Player Matchups: The game will feature standout players such as Kamari Lands for Middle Tennessee and Aday Mara for Michigan. Lands has been a key contributor for the Blue Raiders, while Mara has been instrumental for the Wolverines.

• Key Injuries and News: As of now, there are no significant injury reports affecting either team.

• Home/Away Performance: Michigan has a strong home-court advantage, with a 13-3 record at home during the 2024-25 season.

Betting Analysis

• Spread Analysis: Michigan is favored by 27.5 points. The Wolverines have covered the spread in only one of their last three games, indicating potential challenges in covering large spreads.

• Total (Over/Under) Analysis: The over/under is set at 157.5 points. Both teams have high-scoring offenses, with Middle Tennessee averaging 95.3 points per game and Michigan averaging 91 points per game. This suggests a high-scoring game, making the over a plausible outcome.

• Best Value Opportunities: Given Michigan’s struggles against the spread and Middle Tennessee’s potent offense, betting on Middle Tennessee to cover the spread (+27.5) appears to offer value.

• Prediction: While Michigan is the stronger team on paper, Middle Tennessee’s offensive prowess and the Wolverines’ recent challenges against the spread suggest a closer game than anticipated. A final score prediction of Michigan 85, Middle Tennessee 72 reflects this outlook.

• Final Pick: Middle Tennessee +27.5. The Blue Raiders’ offensive capabilities and Michigan’s recent spread performance indicate that Middle Tennessee is likely to cover the spread. For more insights and betting strategies, consider utilizing Wannamakeabet’s points-based betting system.