Northern Illinois vs Northern Iowa Prediction, Picks & Odds | 18 Nov 2025

College Basketball Betting Preview: Northern Illinois vs Northern Iowa

The Northern Illinois Huskies battle the Northern Iowa Panthers, with tip-off scheduled for 20:00 on Tuesday, November 18.

Northern Iowa can finish well clear of Northern Illinois and that means we’re going for them against the spread. There is -108 on offer that the favorites are able to cover a -20.5 line.

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Northern Illinois Huskies won their previous game, beating Benedictine Eagles at home. It was a 117-62 win.

Northern Iowa Panthers won their last game which was at home. It was a 70-54 triumph against Furman Paladins.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Northern Iowa had the edge in the most recent matchup between these teams. They recorded a 101-57 win over NIU. For the past 4 games involving these teams, there has been a Northern Iowa win every time.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Northern Iowa	3-0	221	169	52	3-0	0-0	3W
Northern Illinois	2-2	350	329	21	2-0	0-2	1W

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Northern Illinois vs Northern Iowa Prediction & Picks

Our Northern Illinois vs Northern Iowa betting guide delivers expert insight, including a main match pick, our correct score angle and bet builder recommendations. Dive into each section below for more.

Game Prediction

We have decided to go for the big favorites against the spread in order to get the best value. Northern Iowa should be able to cover an appealing -20.5 line at -108 for this college matchup.

It’s important to know which players are unavailable for the upcoming college hoops action along with the current form of each team. If you're after stats, you're in the right place because they form the foundation of our basketball predictions.

Key Northern Illinois vs Northern Iowa stats:

• The +20.5 line hasn’t been covered by NIU in 3 of their last 5 games on the road.
• The +20.5 line hasn’t been covered by NIU in 2 consecutive games on the road.

UNI -20.5 Probability

The latest odds at the best betting apps suggest our pick carries a 51.8% chance of winning. However, we have this number between 55-60% based on our in-depth research. This is why we regard this as a value bet.

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Our Game Prediction

Northern Iowa -20.5 @ -108 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Northern Illinois 59 - 82 Northern Iowa

There is a speculative wager that can be enjoyed on the Panthers when it comes to the correct score lines. Taking them to win 82-59 should provide some entertainment.

Northern Illinois vs Northern Iowa 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.

You might not get rich backing Northern Iowa at -5000. However, the sportsbooks’ betting odds imply a 98% chance of winning this college game. At +1600, Northern Illinois are regarded as having a lower probability of winning.

20.5 is the spread and 146.5 is the total points line. Basketball bettors love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Total wager. There’s the chance to back Under 146.5 at -112.

Consider every angle when placing your college basketball wagers. The best sportsbooks have a huge selection of game lines and team props and it’s all about finding a bet which matches your prediction of the game.

Moneyline

NIU

+1600

UNI

-5000

Point Spread

NIU +20.5

-114

UNI -20.5

-106

Total Points

Under 146.5

-112

Over 146.5

-108

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Northern Illinois Stats

Northern Iowa Stats

Moneyline

• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
• 1 win and 9 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

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

Point Spread

• +20.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games
• +20.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -20.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 2 of the last 10 games
• -20.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 2 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 155.20 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 158.80 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 146.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 146.5 on the Road: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 75.80 pts and allowed 79.40 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 72.00 pts and allowed 86.80 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 132.80 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 135.80 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 146.5: Covered in 1 of the previous 10 games
• Over 146.5 at Home: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 69.10 pts and allowed 63.70 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 73.40 pts and allowed 62.40 pts in the last 10 home games

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Missouri Valley	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Northern Iowa	3-0	221	169	52	3-0	0-0	3W
Belmont	3-0	249	202	47	2-0	1-0	3W
Murray State	3-1	383	318	65	3-0	0-1	1W
UIC	3-1	329	265	64	2-0	1-1	2W
Valparaiso	3-1	261	283	-22	3-0	0-1	2W
Drake	3-2	375	326	49	2-2	1-0	1W
Southern Illinois	2-2	350	298	52	2-0	0-2	2L
Evansville	2-2	291	256	35	2-1	0-1	1L
Illinois State	2-2	293	304	-11	1-0	1-2	1W
Indiana State	2-2	306	320	-14	1-0	1-2	1L
Bradley	1-3	279	276	3	1-1	0-2	2L

Mid-American	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Miami (OH)	3-0	292	182	110	2-0	1-0	3W
Buffalo	4-0	314	272	42	3-0	1-0	4W
Kent State	4-1	471	449	22	3-1	1-0	4W
Bowling Green	3-1	373	264	109	3-0	0-1	1L
Akron	3-1	377	288	89	3-0	0-1	1L
UMass	3-1	333	297	36	3-1	0-0	3W
Northern Illinois	2-2	350	329	21	2-0	0-2	1W
Central Michigan	2-2	282	276	6	2-0	0-2	1W
Ball State	2-2	276	272	4	2-1	0-1	2L
Toledo	2-2	318	315	3	1-2	1-0	2W
Western Michigan	2-3	400	401	-1	2-1	0-2	1L
Eastern Michigan	1-2	220	217	3	1-1	0-1	2L
Ohio	1-3	298	353	-55	1-1	0-2	2L

• 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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