Penn vs Illinois Prediction, Picks & Odds | 05 Nov 2026

Penn vs Illinois Predictions

Best Bet

Under 168.5 Points @ -105

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Let’s shoot for a total bet between Penn and Illinois, with Under 168.5 points available at odds of -105. This betting prediction has plenty of juice in the price.

We've selected our preferred Penn vs Illinois wagers, including our Best Bet, Same Game Parlay and Correct Score Prediction. Explore each section for the full analysis and reasoning behind each pick.

Penn vs Illinois Preview

The Penn Quakers face the Illinois Fighting Illini, with tip-off scheduled for 20:30 on Thursday, November 5.

Penn Quakers were turned over 105-70 by Illinois Fighting Illini last time out.

Illinois Fighting Illini were winners last time out. It was a 120-45 home victory against Fairleigh Dickinson Knights.

H2H: Teams’ Last Matchup Saw 105-70 Illini Win

Illini beat Penn in their last head-to-head matchup. It was a 105-70 scoreline.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Illinois	1-0	120	45	75	1-0	0-0	1W
Penn	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-

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Best Bet

Under 168.5 points looks like an attractive total wager. The teams might not be able to reach this combined amount and we can profit with this college pick at -105.

Key stats supporting our main match prediction:

• The 168.5 line hasn’t been covered in 17 of the last 20 Penn games.
• The 168.5 line hasn’t been covered in 8 of the last 10 Penn games.
• The 168.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 5 Illinois games.
• The 168.5 line hasn’t been covered in 17 of the last 20 Illinois games at home.
• The 168.5 line hasn’t been covered in 8 of the last 10 Illinois games.

Our expert college basketball handicappers study recent form and take injuries into account when assessing each matchup. Before delivering a verdict, we combine that insight with the latest stats to strengthen our analysis.

Under 168.5 Probability

According to the top sportsbooks, our pick has a 51.3% chance of winning. However, our analysts in-depth research has found that the actual probability is between 55-60%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.

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Correct Score Prediction

Penn 68 - 95 Illinois

There are some big returns lying in wait if you can get the correct score right. With this in mind, we’ll have a play on the Illini to enjoy a 95-68 winning scoreline.

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Penn vs Illinois 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 Spread offers a better alternative to the Moneyline considering Illinois are huge favorites for this college game. Consider whether to side with them to cover the line or alternatively wager on the underdogs to outperform their odds.

The spread is 30.5 and the total points line is currently 168.5. Basketball bettors love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Total wager. If you fancy Under 168.5, then the odds are -105.

Consider every angle when placing your college hoops bets. The top basketball betting sites offer a huge selection of game lines and team props, and it’s all about finding a wager that fits your prediction of the game.

Moneyline

Penn

-

Illinois

-

Point Spread

Penn +30.5

-102

Illinois -30.5

-120

Total Points

Under 168.5

-105

Over 168.5

-115

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Penn Stats

Illinois Stats

Moneyline

• 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games
• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +30.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games
• +30.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -30.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 2 of the last 10 games
• -30.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 145.40 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 150.60 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 168.5: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games
• Over 168.5 on the Road: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 73.50 pts and allowed 71.90 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 75.30 pts and allowed 75.30 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 147.10 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 150.30 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 168.5: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games
• Over 168.5 at Home: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 81.50 pts and allowed 65.60 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 84.60 pts and allowed 65.70 pts in the last 10 home games

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Big Ten	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Illinois	1-0	120	45	75	1-0	0-0	1W
Nebraska	1-0	106	64	42	1-0	0-0	1W
Penn State	1-0	96	57	39	1-0	0-0	1W
Michigan State	1-0	96	59	37	1-0	0-0	1W
Minnesota	1-0	85	50	35	1-0	0-0	1W
Indiana	1-0	91	57	34	1-0	0-0	1W
USC	1-0	95	63	32	1-0	0-0	1W
Maryland	1-0	96	67	29	1-0	0-0	1W
Northwestern	1-0	86	60	26	1-0	0-0	1W
Iowa	1-0	76	54	22	1-0	0-0	1W
Oregon	1-0	87	69	18	1-0	0-0	1W
Michigan	1-0	84	68	16	1-0	0-0	1W
Washington	1-0	90	76	14	1-0	0-0	1W
UCLA	1-0	84	75	9	0-0	1-0	1W
Wisconsin	1-0	75	68	7	1-0	0-0	1W
Rutgers	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Purdue	0-1	72	78	-6	0-1	0-0	1L
Ohio State	0-1	83	94	-11	0-0	0-1	1L

Ivy League	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Dartmouth	2-0	176	112	64	1-0	1-0	2W
Princeton	1-0	78	46	32	1-0	0-0	1W
Harvard	1-0	73	45	28	1-0	0-0	1W
Yale	1-0	72	62	10	1-0	0-0	1W
Cornell	1-0	86	85	1	1-0	0-0	1W
Penn	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Brown	0-1	55	59	-4	0-1	0-0	1L
Columbia	0-1	71	84	-13	0-1	0-0	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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