Northern Illinois vs Ohio Prediction, Picks & Odds | 20 Jan 2026

College Basketball Betting Preview: Northern Illinois vs Ohio

The Northern Illinois Huskies square off against the Ohio Bobcats, with tip-off scheduled for 19:00 on Tuesday, January 20.

Ohio can enjoy a huge victory and a wager on the spread could be the best way forward. Back the big favorites off -12.5 to cover the line against Northern Illinois at -110.

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Northern Illinois Huskies claimed a victory in their previous game. A 70-68 home win occurred against UMass Minutemen.

Ohio Bobcats lost on the road in their last game. Ball State won 76-71.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Ohio beat NIU when the teams last met. It was a 108-70 scoreline. It’s been five wins on the bounce for Ohio when playing NIU. On the head-to-head front, they have won 7 of the past 10.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Ohio	10-9	1483	1466	17	8-5	2-4	2L
Northern Illinois	6-11	1256	1318	-62	5-3	1-8	1W

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Northern Illinois vs Ohio Prediction & Picks

The Northern Illinois vs Ohio betting tips feature sharp analysis across major markets, including a key match prediction, correct score guidance and a ready-made bet builder.

Game Prediction

We’re really sweet on the big favorites who are -12.5 on the spread. Ohio should enjoy a huge victory in this college matchup and cover the line at -110.

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Key Northern Illinois vs Ohio stats:

• The +12.5 line hasn’t been covered by NIU in 6 of their last 10 games on the road.
• The +12.5 line hasn’t been covered by NIU in 3 of their last 5 games.
• The -12.5 line has been covered by Ohio in 2 consecutive games against NIU.

Ohio -12.5 Probability

Based on the latest odds from the top sportsbooks, our pick carries a 52.4% chance of winning. Based on our analysts in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be 55-60%. This college basketball bet can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Game Prediction

Ohio -12.5 @ -110 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Northern Illinois 64 - 81 Ohio

We’re going for Ohio to claim a 81-64 victory and the good news is that there are massive betting odds for this outcome. A small stake can return a potentially large amount.

Northern Illinois vs Ohio 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.

At betting odds of -1000 with the sportsbooks, Ohio are regarded as 91% likely to win this college game. At +660, Northern Illinois are regarded as having a lower probability of winning.

The spread is currently 12.5, with the total points line at 152.5. Basketball bettors love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Total wager. If you’re going for Under 152.5, this outcome can be backed at -110.

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Moneyline

NIU

+660

Ohio

-1000

Point Spread

NIU +12.5

-110

Ohio -12.5

-110

Total Points

Under 152.5

-110

Over 152.5

-110

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Northern Illinois Stats

Ohio Stats

Moneyline

• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
• 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

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

Point Spread

• +12.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games
• +12.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -12.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games
• -12.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 149.70 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 146.70 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 151.5: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
• Over 151.5 on the Road: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 71.40 pts and allowed 78.30 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 67.20 pts and allowed 79.50 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 155.50 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 153.70 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 151.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 151.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 81.80 pts and allowed 73.70 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 80.80 pts and allowed 72.90 pts in the last 10 home games

NCAAB Table Select Season 2025/20262024/20252023/20242022/20232021/20222020/20212019/2020

Mid-American	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Miami (OH)	19-0	1783	1392	391	12-0	7-0	19W
Akron	14-4	1685	1377	308	11-2	3-2	4W
Kent State	13-4	1513	1407	106	11-1	2-3	2W
Buffalo	13-5	1461	1341	120	7-2	6-3	3L
Bowling Green	12-6	1581	1282	299	9-4	3-2	1W
UMass	11-8	1522	1409	113	7-4	4-4	1L
Toledo	10-8	1490	1409	81	6-3	4-5	1L
Ohio	10-9	1483	1466	17	8-5	2-4	2L
Eastern Michigan	8-10	1280	1312	-32	5-2	3-8	1L
Western Michigan	7-11	1388	1441	-53	6-3	1-8	2L
Northern Illinois	6-11	1256	1318	-62	5-3	1-8	1W
Ball State	5-13	1232	1275	-43	5-4	0-9	1W
Central Michigan	5-13	1298	1438	-140	4-3	1-10	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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