Northern Kentucky vs Tennessee Prediction, Picks & Odds | 08 Nov 2025
College Basketball Betting Preview: Northern Kentucky vs Tennessee
The Northern Kentucky Norse face the Tennessee Volunteers, with tip-off scheduled for 15:00 on Saturday, November 8. Our betting preview features expert NCAAB predictions, betting tips, the latest odds and H2H stats.
We like the look of NKU +26.5 at odds of -110 when they take on Tennessee. We think they can put up a strong showing against the big favorites.
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Northern Kentucky Norse claimed a victory in their previous game. A 126-69 home win occurred against Cincinnati Clermont Cougars.
Tennessee Volunteers won their last game which was at home. It was a 76-61 triumph against Mercer Bears.
| NCAAB | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Tennessee
|
7-3 | 809 | 660 | 149 | 6-2 | 1-1 | 3L |
Northern Kentucky
|
7-3 | 857 | 756 | 101 | 6-0 | 1-3 | 1L |
Northern Kentucky vs Tennessee Prediction & Picks
Discover the top Northern Kentucky vs Tennessee betting angles — from our trusted match prediction and likely score to the best prop plays and a customized bet builder.
Game Prediction
NKU look capable of avoiding a heavy defeat in this college matchup and we’re happy to bet them against the spread. The underdogs can comfortably cover +26.5 and this can be backed at -110.
Team news plays a key role in our basketball forecasts and we’re always tracking players with injury concerns. We also stay on top of the college hoops form guide, supported by detailed stats that help paint a clearer picture of what to expect.
Key Northern Kentucky vs Tennessee stats:
NKU +26.5 Probability
The best betting sites make it a 52.4% chance that our pick will deliver a return. In our opinion, there’s actually a probability of success between 55-60%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.
A Bet Builder provides you with the opportunity to combine NKU on the spread with other picks. For every additional selection, the odds are boosted.
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Player Prop Picks
Felix Okpara (Tennessee) can be wagered to record Under 6.5 points at +105. We’re expecting him to fall short when it comes to Player Points as the line looks high enough.
Latest Felix Okpara Player Prop Odds
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Ja'Kobi Gillespie (Tennessee) can be wagered to finish with Over 2.5 rebounds at -164. We’re anticipating a strong performance from him, so it makes sense that he will cover the line.
Latest Ja'Kobi Gillespie Player Prop Odds
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Same Game Parlay Picks
Get in the game with a same game parlay. Our picks are Northern Kentucky to cover the +27.5 spread, Over 137.5 on the total and Felix Okpara (Tennessee) to score Under 6.5 points.
We recommend a same game parlay as it’s a fantastic way of wagering on a single event. Many basketball bettors like to create a personalised wager which reflects their predictions for how a game is going to play out.
Correct Score Prediction
62
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86
Tennessee
Let’s roll the dice and try the Vols to achieve a 86-62 winning scoreline. There are huge betting odds for this potential outcome and it’s a fun type of wager to enjoy.
Northern Kentucky vs Tennessee 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 betting odds might not be available with some sportsbooks as there’s a big underdog in the form of Northern Kentucky. However, the Spread can provide some great alternative wagering options.
The spread is currently 27.5, with the total points line at 137.5. A bet on the Totals allows fans to use the latest basketball data to good effect. If you fancy Over 137.5, this outcome can be backed at -115.
Whether you are betting pre-game or in-game, you can feast on a wide range of team props and game lines at the top basketball sportsbooks. The selections are practically endless, and it’s fantastic to have so many options.
Nate Ament is the favorite to hit the most buckets. You can back -135 that he gets Over 16.5 points. Alternatively, Under is trading at -100.
There are always opportunities to enjoy college basketball micro betting. It’s generally the case that you will find player and team props in-game and bettors can use their insight to wager on outcomes such as if the next shot will be a Two or Three-Pointer.
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Northern Kentucky Stats
Tennessee Stats
- 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
- 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- +26.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in the last 10 games
- +26.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in the last 10 games on the road
- -26.5 Betting Line: Have not covered the spread in any of the last 10 games
- -26.5 Betting Line at Home: Have not covered the spread in any of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 156.60 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 147.60 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 141.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
- Over 141.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 82.50 pts and allowed 74.10 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 71.80 pts and allowed 75.80 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 141.00 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 142.50 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 141.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
- Over 141.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 72.90 pts and allowed 68.10 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 76.50 pts and allowed 66.00 pts in the last 10 home games
NCAAB Table Select Season
| Southeastern | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Vanderbilt
|
9-0 | 871 | 657 | 214 | 6-0 | 3-0 | 9W |
Georgia
|
8-1 | 899 | 641 | 258 | 6-1 | 2-0 | 2W |
LSU
|
8-1 | 796 | 629 | 167 | 5-1 | 3-0 | 1L |
Missouri
|
8-2 | 874 | 701 | 173 | 7-0 | 1-2 | 2L |
Arkansas
|
7-2 | 788 | 639 | 149 | 7-1 | 0-1 | 2W |
Alabama
|
7-2 | 856 | 713 | 143 | 5-2 | 2-0 | 4W |
|
Tennessee
|
7-3 | 809 | 660 | 149 | 6-2 | 1-1 | 3L |
Texas A&M
|
7-3 | 910 | 769 | 141 | 5-1 | 2-2 | 1L |
Auburn
|
7-3 | 859 | 767 | 92 | 6-2 | 1-1 | 1L |
Texas
|
6-3 | 796 | 663 | 133 | 5-2 | 1-1 | 1L |
South Carolina
|
6-3 | 730 | 627 | 103 | 6-1 | 0-2 | 1W |
Oklahoma
|
6-3 | 762 | 675 | 87 | 4-0 | 2-3 | 1L |
Florida
|
5-3 | 667 | 575 | 92 | 5-1 | 0-2 | 1L |
Kentucky
|
5-4 | 752 | 603 | 149 | 5-3 | 0-1 | 2L |
Ole Miss
|
5-4 | 678 | 612 | 66 | 5-1 | 0-3 | 4L |
Mississippi State
|
4-5 | 705 | 707 | -2 | 3-3 | 1-2 | 1L |
| Horizon League | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Northern Kentucky
|
7-3 | 857 | 756 | 101 | 6-0 | 1-3 | 1L |
Robert Morris
|
7-4 | 836 | 772 | 64 | 5-0 | 2-4 | 1L |
Youngstown State
|
6-4 | 782 | 700 | 82 | 4-0 | 2-4 | 4W |
Oakland
|
5-5 | 864 | 861 | 3 | 3-0 | 2-5 | 4W |
Wright State
|
5-5 | 790 | 660 | 130 | 4-2 | 1-3 | 1W |
Fort Wayne
|
5-6 | 955 | 881 | 74 | 5-0 | 0-6 | 1W |
Milwaukee
|
4-5 | 729 | 747 | -18 | 4-0 | 0-5 | 1W |
Detroit
|
4-6 | 742 | 791 | -49 | 2-1 | 2-5 | 3W |
Green Bay
|
4-7 | 793 | 836 | -43 | 2-1 | 2-6 | 2L |
IU Indy
|
3-8 | 957 | 1036 | -79 | 2-2 | 1-6 | 2L |
Cleveland State
|
3-8 | 857 | 944 | -87 | 3-2 | 0-6 | 3L |
- 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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