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Valparaiso vs. Drake prediction: Drake favored to win men's college basketball matchup [2/9/2026]
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Written by Mac Douglass, Senior Editor
Get Valparaiso vs Drake predictions for college basketball Monday.
Drake will square off with Valparaiso in men's college basketball action at Knapp Center on Monday, commencing at 7:30 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven college basketball model projects Drake as the most likely winner of the Valparaiso vs. Drake game.
This article offers further insights into Monday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks.
Valparaiso vs. Drake prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Monday's NCAA basketball matchup between Valparaiso and Drake 10,000 times as part of our men's college basketball predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives Drake a 62% chance of beating Valparaiso. Our predicted final score has Drake winning 74-70.
According to our model, Valparaiso (+3.5) has a 51% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 144.5 points has a 52% chance of going over.
Valparaiso vs. Drake odds
We have sourced the best men's college basketball odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Valparaiso | Drake |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +3.5 (-105) | -3.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | +152 | -175 |
| Total | o144.5 (-110) | u144.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Valparaiso vs. Drake picks and best bet
After matching our predictions 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 | Valparaiso +3.5 | -105 |
| Moneyline | Drake | -175 |
| Total | Over 144.5 | -110 |
According to our men's college basketball best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 144.5 total points.
Valparaiso vs. Drake game-day updates and essential details
Monday's men's college basketball game between Drake and Valparaiso at Knapp Center is scheduled to start at 7:30 PM ET.
- Who: Valparaiso vs. Drake
- Date: Monday, February 9, 2026
- Time: 7:30 PM ET/4:30PM PT
- Venue: Knapp Center
Conclusion
We predict Drake, with a 62% win probability, will likely beat Valparaiso on Monday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Valparaiso vs. Drake insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Mac Douglass specializes in NFL previews for the NFC South and NFC East, MLB best bets, Formula 1 race previews, and professional tennis insights. Combining predictive simulations and data-driven sports analysis, Mac provides in-depth content to elevate the betting experience for sports fans.
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