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.

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	15-17	2492	2515	-23	11-8	4-9	4L
Northern Illinois	9-21	2086	2334	-248	6-7	3-14	5L

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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.

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Northern Illinois vs Ohio 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.

At betting odds of -769 with the sportsbooks, Ohio are regarded as 88% likely to win this college game. At +530, Northern Illinois are regarded as having a lower probability of winning.

The spread is currently 11.5, with the total points line at 154.5. Basketball bettors love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Total wager. If you’re going for Under 154.5, this outcome can be backed at -110.

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Moneyline

NIU

+530

Ohio

-769

Point Spread

NIU +11.5

-112

Ohio -11.5

-108

Total Points

Under 154.5

-110

Over 154.5

-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)	31-1	2901	2409	492	17-1	14-0	1L
Akron	29-5	3004	2499	505	19-2	10-3	10W
Kent State	23-9	2697	2560	137	16-3	7-6	1L
Bowling Green	18-14	2602	2290	312	12-7	6-7	1L
Toledo	19-15	2754	2603	151	13-4	6-11	1L
Buffalo	17-15	2497	2437	60	8-8	9-7	2L
UMass	17-16	2648	2562	86	11-6	6-10	1L
Ohio	15-17	2492	2515	-23	11-8	4-9	4L
Ball State	12-19	2093	2154	-61	8-7	4-12	4W
Central Michigan	10-21	2275	2384	-109	8-5	2-16	2L
Western Michigan	10-21	2318	2464	-146	7-8	3-13	3L
Eastern Michigan	9-21	2105	2231	-126	6-7	3-14	4L
Northern Illinois	9-21	2086	2334	-248	6-7	3-14	5L

• 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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