Central Michigan vs Northern Kentucky Prediction, Picks & Odds | 14 Nov 2026

Central Michigan vs Northern Kentucky Predictions

Best Bet

Under 163.5 Points @ -110

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Under 163.5 points could be on the money for this Central Michigan vs NKU game. Our prediction is based on a low-scoring contest and the odds of -110 looks like a value bet.

Our Central Michigan vs NKU betting coverage centers on our Best Bet, Same Game Parlay and Correct Score Prediction. Read on for a detailed breakdown of each pick.

Central Michigan vs Northern Kentucky Preview

The Central Michigan Chippewas face the Northern Kentucky Norse, with tip-off scheduled for 15:30 on Saturday, November 14.

Central Michigan Chippewas claimed a victory in their previous game. A 91-78 home win occurred against Youngstown State Penguins.

Northern Kentucky Norse were defeated in their last game. On the road, they suffered a 125-63 reverse against Saint Louis Billikens.

H2H: Teams’ Previous H2H Saw 90-66 NKU Victory

It was NKU who came out on top when they last played Central Michigan. A 90-66 win was recorded.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Central Michigan	3-0	267	206	61	2-0	1-0	3W
Northern Kentucky	2-2	316	399	-83	1-0	1-2	2L

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Best Bet

Under 163.5 points looks like an attractive total wager. The teams might not be able to reach this combined amount and we can profit with this college pick at -110.

Key stats supporting our main match prediction:

• The 163.5 line hasn’t been covered in 8 of the last 10 CMU games.
• The 163.5 line hasn’t been covered in 4 of the last 5 CMU games.
• The 163.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 3 CMU games on the road.
• The 163.5 line hasn’t been covered in 3 of the last 5 NKU games at home.

Our basketball picks are built after tracking the latest team news and reviewing recent form. We also dive into stats, which often serve as a solid barometer for how the college hoops action might unfold.

Under 163.5 Probability

According to the top betting apps, there’s a 52.4% likelihood of our pick delivering a return. After careful examination, our experts have this probability somewhere between 55-60%. That means we’re regarding it as a value bet.

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Correct Score Prediction

Central Michigan 79 - 80 Northern Kentucky

There might not be too much between these teams, with our correct score pick being a 80-79 win for the Norse. There are huge odds available when it comes to this selection.

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Central Michigan vs Northern Kentucky Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

Northern Kentucky are regarded as having a 63% chance of winning this college game according to the latest betting odds. The sportsbooks have priced them up at -172. Central Michigan are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +142.

The current spread is 3.5 and the total points line is 163.5. The advantage of the Totals is that you only have to choose from one of two options. Those expecting a low total can back Under 163.5 at -110.

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Moneyline

CMU

+142

NKU

-172

Point Spread

CMU +3.5

-110

NKU -3.5

-110

Total Points

Under 163.5

-110

Over 163.5

-110

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Central Michigan Stats

Northern Kentucky Stats

Moneyline

• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
• 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +3.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games
• +3.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -3.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games
• -3.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 148.40 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 154.70 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 163.5: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games
• Over 163.5 on the Road: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 78.10 pts and allowed 70.30 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 72.60 pts and allowed 82.10 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 170.50 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 163.40 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 163.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
• Over 163.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 81.70 pts and allowed 88.80 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 84.70 pts and allowed 78.70 pts in the last 10 home games

NCAAB Table Select Season 2026/20272025/20262024/20252023/20242022/20232021/20222020/20212019/2020

Horizon League	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Wright State	3-0	275	210	65	2-0	1-0	3W
IU Indy	3-0	262	220	42	3-0	0-0	3W
Green Bay	3-2	376	334	42	2-0	1-2	1W
Northern Illinois	2-2	325	302	23	1-1	1-1	2W
Milwaukee	2-2	316	311	5	1-0	1-2	2W
Cleveland State	2-2	301	352	-51	2-0	0-2	1W
Northern Kentucky	2-2	316	399	-83	1-0	1-2	2L
Fort Wayne	1-2	233	224	9	1-1	0-1	1L
Youngstown State	1-2	222	251	-29	0-0	1-2	2L
Robert Morris	0-3	158	241	-83	0-0	0-3	3L
Oakland	0-5	345	475	-130	0-0	0-5	5L

Mid-American	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Central Michigan	3-0	267	206	61	2-0	1-0	3W
Bowling Green	3-0	259	228	31	2-0	1-0	3W
Akron	2-0	187	125	62	1-0	1-0	2W
Ohio	2-0	166	147	19	1-0	1-0	2W
Miami (OH)	2-0	166	150	16	1-0	1-0	2W
Western Michigan	3-1	316	243	73	2-0	1-1	3W
Eastern Michigan	2-1	232	190	42	1-0	1-1	1W
UMass	2-1	198	193	5	1-0	1-1	1W
Kent State	1-2	250	226	24	1-0	0-2	1L
Ball State	1-2	210	200	10	1-1	0-1	1W
Buffalo	1-2	233	237	-4	1-0	0-2	1W
Toledo	1-3	280	314	-34	0-1	1-2	1L

• Overall = Overall Wins-Losses
• PF = Total Points For
• PA = Total Points Against
• N. Pts = Point Differential
• Home = Home Record
• Away = Away Record
• Strk = Current Streak

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