UIC vs Evansville Prediction, Picks & Odds | 18 Feb 2026

College Basketball Betting Preview: UIC vs Evansville

The UIC Flames square off against the Evansville Purple Aces, with tip-off scheduled for 20:00 on Wednesday, February 18.

We’ve got a strong opinion when it comes to the totals when UIC Flames go up against Evansville. Our prediction is that there will be Over 138.5 points and that is available at -112.

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UIC Flames previous game saw them claim a 83-56 home win over Illinois State Redbirds.

Evansville Purple Aces were defeated in their last game. On the road, they suffered a 86-60 reverse against Southern Illinois Salukis.

Head-to-Head Statistics

UIC won the last matchup between the pair. Enjoying a 76-49 triumph when facing Evansville. UIC have won four on the spin against Evansville. They’ve also claimed 6 wins in the past 7 head-to-head matchups.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
UIC	15-12	2027	1883	144	9-5	6-7	2W
Evansville	6-20	1752	1949	-197	4-10	2-10	1L

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UIC vs Evansville Prediction & Picks

This expert UIC vs Evansville betting breakdown features our match prediction, a correct score pick and a carefully constructed bet builder to guide your wagers.

Game Prediction

The Overs is sticking out like a sore thumb considering the line for this college contest is set at 138.5. We’re expecting a bigger total and -112 is available.

We keep a close eye on team news and our college basketball handicappers stay sharp by tracking the latest form and lineups. You’ll also find a full set of stats that offer valuable insight and help shape smarter predictions ahead of the action.

Key UIC vs Evansville stats:

• The 138.5 line has been covered in 6 of the last 10 UIC games.
• The 138.5 line has been covered in 3 of the last 5 UIC games.
• The 138.5 line has been covered in the last 2 UIC games.
• The 138.5 line has been covered in the last 4 Evansville games at home.
• The 138.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Evansville games.
• The 138.5 line has been covered in 13 of the last 20 Evansville games at home.

Over 138.5 Probability

The top betting sites are estimating that there is a 52.9% likelihood of this pick winning. Our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be 55-60%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.

There’s a chance to secure larger odds when you wager on the Totals. The leading sportsbooks allow you to move the line for an Over pick until you’re happy with the potential return.

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Our Game Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

UIC 78 - 66 Evansville

There’s a huge payout on the cards should you correctly predict the correct score. We’re siding with UIC to claim a 78-66 win which will hopefully go close.

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UIC vs Evansville 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.

Some sportsbooks won’t be offering Moneyline wagering for this college game considering UIC Flames are massive underdogs. Many bettors like to consider the Spread as an alternative, with this suiting all types of bankroll.

8.5 is the spread and 138.5 is the total points line. There is no denying the popularity of betting on the Totals. The Over 138.5 selection is available to back at -112.

You can find a nice selection of game lines and team props for most college basketball matchups, with the top betting apps creating many different options. Check out the pre-game and in-game selections before placing your bets.

Moneyline

UIC

-

Evansville

-

Point Spread

UIC -8.5

-112

Evansville +8.5

-108

Total Points

Under 138.5

-108

Over 138.5

-112

If you’re looking for an alternative to the main game lines, check out the player props instead. It’s great to wager on Total Points, Three-Pointers, Assists, Steals, Blocks and Rebounds as potential options.

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UIC Stats

Evansville 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

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

Point Spread

• -7.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games
• -7.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• +7.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games
• +7.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 140.90 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 145.20 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 138.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 138.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 74.70 pts and allowed 66.20 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 72.40 pts and allowed 72.80 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 147.80 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 145.80 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 138.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
• Over 138.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 68.70 pts and allowed 79.10 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 68.30 pts and allowed 77.50 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	24-4	2346	2032	314	13-2	11-2	2W
Murray State	19-9	2361	2226	135	13-3	6-6	1L
Bradley	18-9	2082	1955	127	14-3	4-6	2W
Illinois State	17-10	2062	1838	224	13-3	4-7	1L
Northern Iowa	17-10	1866	1652	214	12-3	5-7	1W
UIC	15-12	2027	1883	144	9-5	6-7	2W
Valparaiso	13-13	1828	1858	-30	10-4	3-9	1W
Southern Illinois	12-15	2001	1919	82	7-7	5-8	1L
Drake	12-16	2149	2115	34	7-10	5-6	6L
Indiana State	10-17	2028	2023	5	7-6	3-11	3L
Evansville	6-20	1752	1949	-197	4-10	2-10	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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