Yep It could work and could also fail.
AI cannot accurately predict the outcome of the game, but If you know how to properly make AI as a tool to get even closer to the outcome, then I guess It can somehow workout. I mean, AI can be your one-stop shop at anything that you need to analyze a certain match up. You can ask the AI to generate the most recent update around the league or that specific match up. From injury reports, changes in rotations, and all other things you think that would have a great impact on the outcome for that match up.
This can also fail, but at least it gives you a greater picture of how the game should end up and you have greater chances of winning the odds.