How to watch Western Michigan Broncos vs. Central Michigan Chippewas: NCAA Basketball live stream info, TV channel, start time, game odds

How to watch Western Michigan vs. Central Michigan basketball game

By Scout Staff

Jan 27, 2024 at 1:50 pm ET • 2 min read

Halftime Report

Central Michigan and Western Michigan have shown up to the game, but their offenses sure haven't. Central Michigan has a bit of a cushion as they currently lead Western Michigan 29-16.

Central Michigan came into the match with some extra motivation after the loss they were dealt the last time these two teams faced off. We'll see if they're able to flip the script or if it'll just be more of the same.

Who's Playing

Central Michigan Chippewas @ Western Michigan Broncos

Current Records: Central Michigan 10-9, Western Michigan 8-11

How To Watch

When: Saturday, January 27, 2024 at 1 p.m. ET
Where: University Arena -- Kalamazoo, Michigan
Follow: CBS Sports App
Online Streaming: Catch select College Basketball matches on Fubo (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
Ticket Cost: $17.00

What to Know

Central Michigan has enjoyed a two-game homestand but will soon have to dust off their road jerseys. The Central Michigan Chippewas and the Western Michigan Broncos will face off in a Mid American battle at 1:00 p.m. ET on Saturday at University Arena. Both teams come into the matchup bolstered by wins in their previous matches.

Last Tuesday, the Chippewas didn't have too much trouble with the RedHawks at home as they won 71-55.

Meanwhile, the Broncos strolled past the Eagles with points to spare on Tuesday, taking the game 73-56.

The Chippewas have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six matchups, which provided a massive bump to their 10-9 record this season. As for the Broncos, their win was their fourth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 8-11.

The two teams pleased both fans and bettors in their last contests by winning and covering the spread. As for their next game, Western Michigan is expected to win a tight contest, barring any buzzer beaters. They might be worth a quick bet since they've covered the spread the last eight times they've played.

Central Michigan ended up a good deal behind Western Michigan in their previous matchup back in March of 2023, losing 81-65. Can Central Michigan avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.