Northern Iowa vs Valparaiso Prediction, Picks & Odds | 17 Jan 2026

College Basketball Betting Preview: Northern Iowa vs Valparaiso

The Northern Iowa Panthers square off against the Valparaiso Beacons, with tip-off scheduled for 15:00 on Saturday, January 17.

We think a wager on the totals provides value after finding that the line is set at a generous 130.5. Expect Northern Iowa and Valparaiso to surpass this number at -110.

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Northern Iowa Panthers lost their previous game, being beaten at home to UIC Flames 69-61.

Valparaiso Beacons were beaten last game and this was on the road. Belmont Bruins claimed a 78-74 win.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Northern Iowa had the edge in the most recent matchup between these teams. They recorded a 58-48 win over Valparaiso. In the past 10 games between the teams, Northern Iowa have won seven.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Northern Iowa	12-6	1244	1081	163	8-3	4-3	3L
Valparaiso	7-10	1196	1229	-33	6-3	1-7	2L

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Northern Iowa vs Valparaiso Prediction & Picks

Our expert Northern Iowa vs Valparaiso betting tips include a main match prediction, a correct score pick and bet builder advice. Explore each section below for detailed insights.

Game Prediction

We’re expecting Over 130.5 points to be scored by the two teams combined. There’s a juicy -110 for our pick and we’re anticipating that the scoreboard will tick over in this college contest.

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Key Northern Iowa vs Valparaiso stats:

• The 130.5 line has been covered in 3 of the last 5 UNI games.
• The 130.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Valpo games.
• The 130.5 line has been covered in 8 of the last 10 Valpo games.
• The 130.5 line has been covered in the last 3 Valpo games.

Over 130.5 Probability

The top betting apps imply that our pick has a 52.4% prospect of delivering a return. Taking all factors into consideration, our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and have a probability interval between 55-60%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this college basketball bet.

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Our Game Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Northern Iowa 67 - 70 Valparaiso

We’re expecting this to be a close game and we’ll take the Beacons to win 70-67. This is available at huge odds for those that want to have a speculative wager.

Northern Iowa vs Valparaiso 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.

The Moneyline odds about Valparaiso triumphing is priced at +125 and you can get Northern Iowa at -147. From a percentage point-of-view, the leading sportsbooks give the visiting team a 60% chance of success.

2.5 is where the spread lies, with total points being 130.5 right now. The advantage of the Totals is that you only have to choose from one of two options. If you’re wanting to back Over 130.5, the odds are -110.

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Moneyline

UNI

-147

Valpo

+125

Point Spread

UNI -2.5

-106

Valpo +2.5

-114

Total Points

Under 130.5

-110

Over 130.5

-110

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Northern Iowa Stats

Valparaiso Stats

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

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

Point Spread

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 2 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 129.00 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 129.60 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 130.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 130.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 65.20 pts and allowed 63.80 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 65.20 pts and allowed 64.40 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 145.70 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 135.80 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 130.5: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 games
• Over 130.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 70.50 pts and allowed 75.20 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 69.90 pts and allowed 65.90 pts in the last 10 home games

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

Missouri Valley	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Belmont	16-3	1579	1329	250	9-2	7-1	3W
Murray State	15-3	1583	1387	196	11-0	4-3	11W
Bradley	13-6	1502	1371	131	11-2	2-4	3W
Illinois State	12-6	1418	1212	206	9-2	3-4	3L
Northern Iowa	12-6	1244	1081	163	8-3	4-3	3L
Drake	9-9	1376	1288	88	5-7	4-2	1W
Indiana State	9-9	1375	1342	33	7-2	2-7	1W
UIC	8-10	1349	1282	67	5-4	3-6	3W
Southern Illinois	8-10	1378	1323	55	5-3	3-7	2L
Valparaiso	7-10	1196	1229	-33	6-3	1-7	2L
Evansville	5-14	1296	1400	-104	3-9	2-5	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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