Detroit vs Northern Kentucky Prediction, Picks & Odds | 04 Mar 2025

Should We Go Over or Under the Total?

There’s juice available when it comes to backing Over 138.5 points between Detroit and Northern Kentucky. Our betting prediction is priced up at -115 which looks worth taking.

7 Northern Kentucky Victories in Previous 10 H2H Matchups

Detroit Mercy Titans were beaten in their previous game and this was on the road. Wisconsin-Milwaukee Panthers claimed a 89-67 win.

Northern Kentucky Norse won their last game, beating Youngstown State Penguins at home. It was a 88-79 win.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last head-to-head saw Detroit claim a 68-57 win over Northern Kentucky. Northern Kentucky have won seven of the previous 10 H2H meetings.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Northern Kentucky	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Detroit	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-

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Detroit vs Northern Kentucky Prediction & Picks

You can get -115 that there are Over 138.5 points and there’s plenty of juice in those betting odds. The two teams should be able to keep the score ticking for our pick to win.

The expert college basketball handicappers at Sportsgambler.com check injury updates regularly and combine this with the form guide. We’re also able to consult a database of stats and present the key numbers to our readers.

Key Detroit vs Northern Kentucky stats:

• The 138.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Detroit games.
• The 138.5 line has been covered in the last 3 Detroit games on the road.
• The 138.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 NKU games.
• The 138.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 NKU games.
• The 138.5 line has been covered in the last 2 NKU games.

Over 138.5 Probability

The sportsbooks imply that our pick has a 53.5% prospect of winning. In the opinion of our analysts, there’s actually a probability of success closer to 60%. This is why we regard this as a value bet.

If you are wanting bigger odds for your Total bet, then it’s possible to move the line and get more juice. You can choose to wager Over when it comes to different levels.

Best Bet

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Correct Score Prediction

Detroit 65 - 81 Northern Kentucky

There are lots of different betting angles including the chance to back Northern Kentucky on the correct score lines. For example, a 81-65 victory in their favor is available at massive odds.

Detroit vs Northern Kentucky Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Northern Kentucky Heavy Favorites to Win

Northern Kentucky are massive -1250 favorites. They are regarded as 93% likely to win this college game judging by the sportsbooks’ latest Moneyline odds. For those wanting to back Detroit Mercy, you will find +720 about the underdogs.

13.5 is the spread and 139.5 is the total points line. There are many ways to bet on basketball including the Totals. If you’re wanting to back Over 139.5, the odds are -115.

Those wanting to back Northern Kentucky to win the Race to 20 betting can get odds of -450 that the favorites oblige. If you want to back Detroit, then odds of +290 can be found.

College basketball bettors are spoilt for choice thanks to the huge selection of game lines and team props which are available for most contests on the coupon. Head to the betting sites and find the best value picks.

Moneyline

Detroit

+720

NKU

-1250

Point Spread

Detroit +13.5

-110

NKU -13.5

-110

Total Points

Under 139.5

-105

Over 139.5

-115

Player Props & Micro Betting

If you have a view on Total Points, Three-Pointers, Assists, Double-Doubles or Triple-Doubles, then the player prop betting could be up your street. It’s a great way of wagering on individual performance.

It’s possible to use stats to your advantage when it comes to college basketball micro betting, especially if you’re predicting outcomes such as the Next Field Goal. Check out the live player, score and team props to see if you can find an angle.

Last 5 & H2H

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Detroit Stats

Northern Kentucky Stats

Moneyline

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

Moneyline

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +12.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
• +12.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -12.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 1 of the last 10 games
• -12.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 1 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 142.00 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 141.70 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 138.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 138.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 67.00 pts and allowed 75.00 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 62.20 pts and allowed 79.50 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 151.00 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 140.90 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 138.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
• Over 138.5 at Home: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 76.30 pts and allowed 74.70 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 70.70 pts and allowed 70.20 pts in the last 10 home games

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Horizon League	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Cleveland State	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Detroit	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Green Bay	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
IUPUI	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Northern Kentucky	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Oakland	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Fort Wayne	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Robert Morris	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Milwaukee	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Wright State	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Youngstown State	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-

• 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