Youngstown State vs Northern Kentucky Prediction, Picks & Odds | 04 Jan 2026

College Basketball Betting Preview: Youngstown State vs Northern Kentucky

The Youngstown State Penguins square off against the Northern Kentucky Norse, with tip-off scheduled for 16:00 on Sunday, January 4.

The total line of 147.5 points looks pretty low and we can take advantage by backing the Overs at -110. We can see Youngstown State and NKU combining to go bigger.

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Youngstown State Penguins were defeated in their previous game. They were beaten at home to Oakland Golden Grizzlies by a 85-83 scoreline.

Northern Kentucky Norse won their last game which was at home. It was a 81-72 triumph against IU Indianapolis Jaguars.

Head-to-Head Statistics

It was NKU who came out on top when they last played Youngstown State. A 88-79 win was recorded. The past 10 clashes between these teams have seen six NKU wins.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Northern Kentucky	12-5	1434	1280	154	9-2	3-3	3W
Youngstown State	8-8	1266	1149	117	6-2	2-6	3L

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Youngstown State vs Northern Kentucky Prediction & Picks

Get the edge with our Youngstown State vs Northern Kentucky betting tips: our expert match prediction, most likely correct score outcome and a bet builder tailored for value.

Game Prediction

There’s juice available when it comes to backing Over 147.5 points in this college game and that’s the betting angle we’re pursuing. Our pick is priced up at -110 which looks worth taking.

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 Youngstown State vs Northern Kentucky stats:

• The 147.5 line has been covered in 6 of the last 10 Youngstown State games on the road.
• The 147.5 line has been covered in 3 of the last 5 Youngstown State games.
• The 147.5 line has been covered in the last 5 NKU games.
• The 147.5 line has been covered in 8 of the last 10 NKU games.
• The 147.5 line has been covered in 16 of the last 20 NKU games.

Over 147.5 Probability

Based on the odds from the top betting sites, there’s a 52.4% likelihood of our pick delivering a return. After careful examination, our analysts calculate this probability to be closer to 60%. This college basketball bet can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Game Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Youngstown State 72 - 80 Northern Kentucky

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Youngstown State vs Northern Kentucky 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 Northern Kentucky odds have been priced up by the sportsbooks and they are -185 betting favorites to land victory in this college game which means a 65% chance of winning. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, Youngstown State are trading at +152.

The current spread is 3.5 and the total points line is 146.5. There are many ways to bet on basketball including the Totals. If you’re going for Over 146.5, then the odds are -110.

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Moneyline

Youngstown State

+152

NKU

-185

Point Spread

Youngstown State +3.5

-108

NKU -3.5

-112

Total Points

Under 146.5

-110

Over 146.5

-110

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Youngstown State Stats

Northern Kentucky Stats

Moneyline

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

Moneyline

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
• 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +3.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games
• +3.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -3.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
• -3.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 143.90 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 149.90 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 147.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 147.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 76.80 pts and allowed 67.10 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 73.40 pts and allowed 76.50 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 157.40 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 162.80 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 147.5: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 games
• Over 147.5 at Home: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 82.20 pts and allowed 75.20 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 89.50 pts and allowed 73.30 pts in the last 10 home games

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Horizon League	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Northern Kentucky	12-5	1434	1280	154	9-2	3-3	3W
Robert Morris	11-6	1305	1241	64	7-1	4-5	1L
Wright State	9-7	1255	1103	152	7-2	2-5	4W
Fort Wayne	9-8	1371	1312	59	8-1	1-7	1W
Oakland	8-8	1333	1336	-3	4-0	4-8	2W
Youngstown State	8-8	1266	1149	117	6-2	2-6	3L
Milwaukee	7-8	1173	1186	-13	6-1	1-7	2L
Green Bay	7-8	1096	1131	-35	3-1	4-7	1W
Detroit	6-8	1060	1085	-25	3-2	3-6	1L
Cleveland State	5-11	1271	1338	-67	5-3	0-8	1L
IU Indy	4-13	1471	1546	-75	3-4	1-9	4L

• 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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