Illinois State vs. Northern Iowa Prediction, Picks and Odds

Illinois State vs. Northern Iowa: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup Overview

• Teams: Illinois State vs. Northern Iowa
• Date: Wednesday, February 25, 2026
• Time: 7:00 PM ET
• Venue: McLeod Center

Current Betting Odds

• Spread: Northern Iowa favored at -5.5
• Total (Over/Under): 132.5
• Moneyline Odds: Illinois State +205, Northern Iowa -225

Dimers' Win Probabilities

• Illinois State: 36%
• Northern Iowa: 64%

Dimers' predictive model estimates win probabilities after simulating the outcome of the game 10,000 times. This method provides a precise and unbiased view of each team's chances.

Projected Final Score

Our predicted final score for this college basketball matchup is Illinois State 65-68 Northern Iowa.

This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.

Our Prediction: Who Wins?

After extensive simulations, our model gives Illinois State a win probability of 36%, while Northern Iowa has a win probability of 64%.

Summary

According to our analysis, Northern Iowa is more likely to beat Illinois State in CBB action at McLeod Center on Thursday. Discover the best spread, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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