Detroit Mercy vs. Michigan State Picks and Predictions for Friday November 21, 2025
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On Friday, the Detroit Mercy Titans (1-4) face off against the Michigan State Spartans (4-0) at the Breslin Center in East Lansing, Michigan. This game will air on BTN. Keep up to date with all the NCAAB action, with our College Basketball predictions.
Detroit Mercy vs. Michigan State Game Information
- November 21, 2025
- 6:30pm EST
- Breslin Center
- BTN
Michigan State Form & Recent Results
Michigan State enters this game riding the momentum of a four-game winning streak to kick off their season. In their recent 83-66 victory over Kentucky during the State Farm Champions Classic, Jaxon Kohler delivered an impressive performance, putting up 20 points for the Spartans. Over the course of these first four games, Kohler has been the team's leading scorer, averaging 15.8 points per contest. Not far behind, both Jeremy Fears Jr. and Coen Carr have been reliable contributors on offense, each putting up an average of 10.3 points per game. Kohler hasn’t just been effective on offense; he’s also been a force on the boards, pulling down 11.3 rebounds per game to lead the Spartans in that category. When it comes to distributing the ball, Jeremy Fears Jr. has been the main playmaker, averaging a remarkable 10.3 assists so far this season. Collectively, Michigan State has put up an average of 77.8 points per game and will be aiming to extend their unbeaten start with a fifth straight win as they prepare to welcome Detroit Mercy this Friday. Check out all the sportsbook promos to see if you are getting a great deal on your bets on Michigan State.
Detroit Mercy Form & Recent Results
Detroit Mercy heads into this game looking to break out of a tough stretch, having lost their last two matchups and falling in four of their first five games this season. Most recently, the Titans dropped a 72-62 contest against Eastern Michigan, despite a strong effort from Orlando Lovejoy, who put up 20 points. Lovejoy has been the driving force for Detroit Mercy so far this season, averaging a team-high 13.8 points per game. Not far behind, both TJ Nadeau and Ayden Carter have each been steady contributors, putting up 12.4 points per game apiece. On the boards, Carter and Je’kel Cotton have been the top rebounders for the Titans, each grabbing about 5.4 rebounds per contest this season. Lovejoy has also been instrumental in setting up his teammates, dishing out an average of 4 assists each game. However, defense has been a concern for Detroit Mercy. They’ve allowed opponents to score an average of 81.8 points over their last five games. As they head into East Lansing, the Titans are searching for their first road win of the season and hoping to pull off a big upset. Make sure you know about how the fans are looking on prediction markets for Detroit Mercy with the Kickr promo code.
Key Players
- Detroit Mercy’s Orlando Lovejoy this season: 13.8 points, 4 assists per game
- Michigan State’s Jaxon Kohler this season: 15.8 points, 111.3 rebounds per game
Betting Odds & Market Overview:
- MSU -31.5; O/U 148.5
Michigan State vs Detroit Mercy Picks and Prediction
Michigan State just pulled off an exciting victory over Kentucky at Madison Square Garden, keeping their perfect record intact this season. With that big win under their belts, the Spartans head back home filled with confidence as they get ready to take on a Detroit Mercy Titans team that’s been having a tough time so far. Look for Michigan State’s offense to power them to another victory and remain undefeated in the early going. Final Score Prediction, Michigan State Spartans win, but fail to cover the spread, 85-58. Make sure when you place your bet on Michigan State vs Detroit Mercy you are using the BetMGM bonus code.
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