Toledo vs. Bowling Green odds, spread, time: 2025 college basketball picks, Feb. 21 best bets by proven model
MAC teams with inverse records will clash on CBS Sports Network on Friday’s college basketball schedule. The Toledo Rockets are 16-10 overall and 9-4 in conference play, and they will host the Bowling Green Falcons, who are 10-16 overall and 4-9 within the MAC. The Rockets have dominated the recent head-to-head series, winning six of the last seven meetings. That includes an 84-71 road victory on Jan. 24.
Tipoff is at 6 p.m. ET from the Savage Arena in Toledo, Ohio. The Rockets are 7.5-point favorites in the latest Bowling Green vs. Toledo odds from SportsLine consensus, while the over/under for total points scored is 156.5. Before making any Toledo vs. Bowling Green picks, check out the college basketball predictions from the SportsLine Projection Model.
The model simulates every Division 1 college basketball game 10,000 times. It enters Week 16 of the 2024-25 season on a 213-158 betting roll (+1675) on all top-rated college basketball picks dating back to 2023. Anyone following at sportsbooks and on betting apps could have seen huge returns.
Now, the model has set its sights on Bowling Green vs. Toledo. You can visit SportsLine now to see the picks. Here are the college basketball lines and trends for Toledo vs. Bowling Green:
The Falcons’ offense runs through burly big man, Marcus Johnson. The two-time transfer leads Bowling Green with 16.6 points and is automatic from the line, as his 90.8% from the charity stripe leads the MAC. He scored a season-high of 28 points in last month’s meeting with Toledo, and he’s reached at least 21 in five of his last eight games. He’s complemented by three other double-digit scorers, as the Falcons can lean on several players to get buckets.
One of those, Javontae Campbell (14.2 points), also does it on the defensive end as he leads the MAC with 2.9 steals per game. With three other Falcons averaging at least one steal per game, Bowling Green forces more turnovers per night than any other MAC team. Generating extra possessions for the Falcons will allow them to take advantage of a suspect Toledo defense as the Rockets allow the highest 3-point percentage in the conference and the second-most made 3-pointers per game. See which team to pick here.
Toledo lives inside the arc, making the 15th-most 2-pointers per game in college basketball, but that doesn’t mean it can’t venture outside the arc and do so efficiently. It proved just that in the first meeting with Bowling Green as the Rockets knocked down 12 of their 3-point attempts at a 50% clip. That’s both the most made 3-pointers and the highest 3-point percentage that Bowling Green has allowed all season.
That inside-outside combination is guided by guards, Sonny Wilson and Sam Lewis. They both average over 15 points per game, with each ranking in the top 10 in scoring in the MAC, in addition to both knocking down over 40% from downtown. Even with those two, no Rocket had more points Isaiah Adams (18 points) in the first matchup with the Falcons, which points to Toledo’s depth. Six players had at least eight points in that game, and Javan Simmons filled up the box score with eight points, nine rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal. See which team to pick here.
SportsLine’s model has simulated Bowling Green vs. Toledo 10,000 times and is going under on the total, projecting 156 combined points. It also says one side of the spread hits in nearly 60% of simulations. You can only get the pick at SportsLine.
So who wins Toledo vs. Bowling Green, and which side of the spread hits in nearly 60% of simulations? Visit SportsLine now to see which side of the Bowling Green vs. Toledo spread to jump on, all from the advanced model that is up more than $1,600 on its college basketball picks dating back to 2023, and find out.
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Before Friday’s game at Toledo, an already-shorthanded Bowling Green team found out that a third starter was out for the season with the loss of point guard Trey Thomas.
Undeterred, the Falcons led archrival UT for 31 minutes en route to a crucial 69-68 victory.
Javontae Campbell made a putback layup with 1.6 seconds left to win the game and silence a previously rollicking near-sellout crowd at Savage Arena.
BGSU entered the night two games out of eighth place. The top eight qualify for the Mid-American Conference tournament.
The rivalry classic featured six ties and 14 lead changes.
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Falcons Tangle With Toledo Saturday Night at the Stroh
• The Bowling Green State University women’s basketball team puts a three-game winning streak on the line Saturday night (Feb. 22). Head coach Fred Chmiel and the Falcons renew the “Battle of I-75” as the University of Toledo comes to town. Tipoff is set for 7:00 p.m. at the Stroh Center.
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The Bowling Green Falcons prepare to face the Toledo Rockets in the second matchup of their rivalry. Notably, Rockets player Trey Thomas has suffered a broken leg and will miss the remainder of the season. The Rockets previously enjoyed a strong five-game winning streak, particularly dominant within conference play, though their season has taken a downturn recently with losses against Miami and Eastern Michigan. Toledo’s historically strong defense has faltered this year, with current rankings showing them at the bottom nationally for defensive efficiency. BG scored impressively in their last outing, which could play a crucial role against the Rockets’ struggling defense.
As BG approaches their game against Toledo, they will need to capitalize on the Rockets’ defensive shortcomings. Strategies will focus on increasing shooting efficiency, especially from the perimeter, to counter Toledo’s scoring prowess. The outcome largely depends on whether BG can maintain their scoring momentum on the road.
With Thomas’s injury altering the Rockets’ dynamics, BG has a crucial opportunity to exploit Toledo’s vulnerabilities and potentially secure a pivotal victory. The game is critical not just for rivalry stakes but could set the tone for the remainder of the season.
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TOLEDO, Ohio – The Bowling Green State University men’s basketball team will head north on I-75 to take on the rival Toledo Rockets Friday night (Feb. 21) on national TV. For the second time this season, the matchup between BGSU and Toledo will be televised on CBS Sports Network. The game is scheduled for a 6 p.m. tip on CBSSN with Alex Del Barrio and Noah Buono on the call. Additionally, Todd Walker and Erik Marschall will provide the BGSU radio feed on WFRO Eagle 99.
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Bowling Green (BG) narrowly fell to Kent State, losing 91-84 in a compelling matchup, despite a slow start. The Falcons struggled in the first half, hitting just 27% of their shots and trailing by as much as 13 points. However, BG fought back in the second half, reducing the deficit to 4 points with a late surge led by Javonte Campbell, who continued to play with resilience despite injury challenges. Kent’s strong response and free throw success ultimately secured their victory, showcasing their effective isolation play and offensive efficiency.
While BG made a commendable effort in the second half, the key moments were impacted by critical fouls and the inability to consistently stop Kent’s scoring, which reveals ongoing matchup challenges for the Falcons.
BG will need to address their defensive inconsistencies and ensure key players recover as they prepare for a critical game against Savage on Friday.
BG’s performance against Kent highlighted both their potential and significant hurdles ahead; they must find a way to close out games effectively while dealing with pivotal injuries to key players.
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The Bowling Green State University women’s basketball team got off to a red-hot start Wednesday evening (Feb. 19), and the Falcons held off a late comeback bid by Western Michigan University. It all added up to a
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Bowling Green faces a challenging week as they prepare to host Kent State, a team with a solid performance history despite a not-so-normal season. BG’s earlier matchup was dismal, trailing by as many as 25 points while struggling offensively. To secure a win at home, the Falcons must improve their defense and capitalize on offensive opportunities, especially at the free-throw line. Kent currently sits at 7-5 in MAC play and is noted for its strong defense, presenting a significant hurdle for BG.
If BG can tighten their defense and limit Kent’s scoring better than last time, they could increase their chances of securing a win. Effective rebounding and capitalizing on free throws will be crucial in managing the pace of the game.
A victory over Kent State could be pivotal for BG, but it will require a concerted effort on both sides of the court to overcome their previous shortcomings and the formidable challenge posed by the Flashes.
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• The Bowling Green State University women’s basketball team puts a two-game winning streak on the line in a Mid-American Conference midweek matchup. Head coach Fred Chmiel and the Falcons travel to Kalamazoo for a Wednesday (Feb. 19) game vs. Western Michigan University, with tipoff at 7:00 p.m. at University Arena
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The Toledo Rockets (18-5) will face the Bowling Green Falcons (13-11) on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at the Stroh Center in Bowling Green, Ohio, starting at 7:00 PM ET. Tickets are still available for the game, which promises to be a competitive matchup within the MAC conference.
The outcome of this game could significantly impact the standings in the Mid-American Conference, with implications for postseason positioning. Both teams will be looking to capitalize on momentum leading into the final stretch of the season.
As the Toledo Rockets battle the Bowling Green Falcons, fans should expect a tightly contested game, with betting odds favoring Toledo given their strong shooting performance when exceeding 43.0% from the field. It’s one not to miss for college basketball enthusiasts.
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BOWLING GREEN, Ohio – The Bowling Green State University men’s basketball team will be back at the Stroh Center Tuesday night (Feb. 18) to host the Kent State Golden Flashes on Star Wars Night. The Falcons and Golden Flashes are scheduled for a 7 p.m .tip inside the Stroh Center. The game is set to be broadcasted on ESPN+. Additionally, Todd Walker will have the radio call on WFRO Eagle 99.
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BOWLING GREEN, Ohio – The weekly Falcons Nest Coaches Show presented by Fricker’s, returns Monday night (Feb. 17) on Falcon Sports Radio Network stations. The “Voice of the Falcons” Todd Walker will be joined live at Fricker’s by two guests. Ahead of Toledo week for the basketball programs, head men’s basketball coach Todd Simon will start the show at 6 p.m. while head women’s basketball coach Fred Chmiel will take the second half hour.
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