Akron vs BuffaloPicks and Predictions for Tuesday, January 20, 2026

By: Cameron Ross Published 01/20/2026, 03:00 AM ET

Akron vs Buffalo Information

The Akron Zips will end a 2-game homestand Tuesday night with a game in Buffalo, NY, at Alumni Arena, against the Buffalo Bulls, at 6:30 PM. Akron has 14 wins and 4 losses this season, riding a 4-game winning streak into this matchup following a 15-point victory in its last outing. The Buffalo Bulls return home Tuesday night, 13 wins and five losses overall, on a three-game skid after a three-point road overtime loss in their last game. Stay in the action with our College Basketball Picks.

Akron Preview

The Akron offense has been phenomenal this season, averaging 93.6 points on 52% shooting from the floor, and the Zips poured in 104 points in their last outing. Defensively, Akron has done the work, holding opponents to 76.5 points per game this season. Tavari Johnson leads the Akron offense this season with 20.4 points and 5.7 assists per game. Amani Lyles is second on the team, averaging 15.4 points per game. Shammah Scott chips in a third-best 13.6 points per game this season.

Buffalo Preview

Offensively, Buffalo has been solid this season, averaging 81.2 points on 49% shooting from the floor. Defensively, Buffalo has been even better, holding opponents to 74.5 points per game this season, but has given up an average of 94.3 points per game over their last three losses. Daniel Freitag leads Buffalo this season with 20.4 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 3.6 assists. Ryan Sabol is second on the team this season with 17.2 points per game, while Angelo Brizzi is third on the team with 11.9 points per game this season.

Akron vs Buffalo Prediction

Both teams have been extremely similar this year, with nearly identical records. Akron is the better team and should win this matchup. Buffalo, however, is strong enough on both sides of the ball to keep things closed. Look for the Buffalo Bulls to play well enough at home Tuesday night amid their current losing streak to keep things close. Look for Akron to get the outright victory, but Buffalo will stay close enough Tuesday night at home to get the cover in an offensive shootout. Final Score Prediction: Akron Zips win, but the Buffalo Bulls cover 89-84.

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