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Minnesota vs. Iowa prediction: Why Iowa is favored to win women's college basketball matchup [2/5/2026]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Minnesota vs Iowa predictions for college basketball Thursday.
Women's college basketball action continues on Thursday at 7:00 PM ET as Minnesota squares off with Iowa at Carver-Hawkeye Arena.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' new women's basketball model predicts Iowa as the most likely winner of the Minnesota vs. Iowa game.
This article offers a closer look at Thursday's matchup, including best bets and picks.
Minnesota vs. Iowa prediction: Who will win?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Thursday's women's basketball matchup between Minnesota and Iowa 10,000 times as part of our women's college basketball predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives Iowa a 79% chance of beating Minnesota.
According to our model, the 135.5-point over/under has a 53% chance of staying under.
Minnesota vs. Iowa odds
We have sourced the best women's college basketball odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Minnesota | Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +4.5 (-122) | -4.5 (-108) |
| Moneyline | +164 | -188 |
| Total | o135.5 (-110) | u135.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Minnesota vs. Iowa picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Iowa -4.5 | -108 |
| Moneyline | Iowa | -188 |
| Total | Under 135.5 | -110 |
According to our women's college basketball best bets, the top play to make on this game is Iowa to win.
Minnesota vs. Iowa game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's women's basketball game between Iowa and Minnesota at Carver-Hawkeye Arena is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Minnesota vs. Iowa
- Date: Thursday, February 5, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Carver-Hawkeye Arena
Conclusion
We predict Iowa, with a 79% win probability, will likely beat Minnesota on Thursday.
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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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