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.
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
|
23-12 | 2447 | 2144 | 303 | 13-5 | 10-7 | 5W |
Valparaiso
|
17-15 | 2278 | 2300 | -22 | 13-4 | 4-11 | 1L |
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.
We track all injuries that could impact each team before making our basketball picks. The form guide and latest stats also help the Sportsgambler.com team crunch the numbers ahead of the college hoops action.
Key Northern Iowa vs Valparaiso stats:
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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Same Game Parlay Picks
We’ve got a same game parlay with three options: Over 130.5 points, Valparaiso +1.5 and Valparaiso/BTTS Yes on the Result & Both Teams to Score lines.
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Correct Score Prediction
67
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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 below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
The Moneyline odds about Valparaiso triumphing is priced at +106 and you can get Northern Iowa at -128. From a percentage point-of-view, the leading sportsbooks give the visiting team a 56% chance of success.
1.5 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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- NCAAB: 30/12 2025 Valparaiso 48 Northern Iowa 58
- NCAAB: 08/03 2025 Valparaiso 64 Northern Iowa 63
- NCAAB: 04/01 2025 Northern Iowa 73 Valparaiso 80
- NCAAB: 28/02 2024 Valparaiso 54 Northern Iowa 68
- NCAAB: 15/02 2024 Northern Iowa 86 Valparaiso 67
- NCAAB: 26/01 2023 Valparaiso 66 Northern Iowa 77
- NCAAB: 05/01 2023 Northern Iowa 69 Valparaiso 67
- NCAAB: 20/01 2022 Northern Iowa 80 Valparaiso 83
- NCAAB: 06/01 2022 Valparaiso 65 Northern Iowa 92
- NCAAB: 15/02 2021 Valparaiso 60 Northern Iowa 74
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Northern Iowa Stats
Valparaiso Stats
- 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
- 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- -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
- +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
- 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
- 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
| Missouri Valley | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Belmont
|
26-6 | 2684 | 2347 | 337 | 15-3 | 11-3 | 2L |
|
Northern Iowa
|
23-12 | 2447 | 2144 | 303 | 13-5 | 10-7 | 5W |
Bradley
|
21-12 | 2560 | 2422 | 138 | 17-4 | 4-8 | 1L |
Illinois State
|
20-12 | 2404 | 2190 | 214 | 15-4 | 5-8 | 1L |
Murray State
|
20-12 | 2667 | 2558 | 109 | 14-4 | 6-8 | 2L |
UIC
|
19-15 | 2567 | 2379 | 188 | 11-7 | 8-8 | 1L |
|
Valparaiso
|
17-15 | 2278 | 2300 | -22 | 13-4 | 4-11 | 1L |
Southern Illinois
|
16-16 | 2336 | 2226 | 110 | 8-8 | 8-8 | 1L |
Drake
|
14-20 | 2552 | 2544 | 8 | 7-12 | 7-8 | 1L |
Indiana State
|
11-21 | 2354 | 2383 | -29 | 8-7 | 3-14 | 1L |
Evansville
|
7-25 | 2143 | 2447 | -304 | 5-12 | 2-13 | 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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