Northern Iowa vs Belmont Prediction 2/19/25 College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate a Northern Iowa vs Belmont prediction for this College Basketball game on Wednesday, February 19th at Curb Event Center Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Northern Iowa Panthers Betting Preview

The Northern Iowa Panthers are 18-9 (12-4) this season after they defeated Murray State by a score of 74-67 in their last game. Northern Iowa led 37-34 at halftime and added 37 more points in the second half for the win. The Panthers shot 45.3% from the field, 35.3% on three-pointers, and 76.9% on free throws in the game. Trey Campbell led Northern Iowa with 21 points and four rebounds, while Ben Schwieger added 19 points and six rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, the Panthers defeated Indiana State by a score of 88-73 and Illinois State by a score of 68-65. Northern Iowa has won five games in a row and they are currently tied for second in the MVC standings with a 12-4 record. Northern Iowa has scored 74.9 points per game and they have allowed 67.5 points per game, while also averaging 32.6 rebounds and 14.0 assists per game this season. Tytan Anderson is averaging 14.9 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game, while Jacob Hutson is averaging 11.8 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game this year. Northern Iowa is shooting 49.7% from the field, 70.8% on free throws, and 37.5% on three-pointers this season. 

Belmont Bruins Betting Preview

The Belmont Bruins are 18-9 (10-6) this year after they defeated SIU by a score of 73-68 in their last game. Belmont trailed 38-25 at halftime, but they won the second half by a total of 48-30 for the comeback win. The Bruins shot 44.1% from the field, 42.3% on three-pointers, and 55.6% on free throws in the game. Tyler Lundblade led Belmont with 19 points and two steals, while Carter Whitt added 17 points and four assists in the game. 

Prior to that win, the Bruins lost to Valparaiso by a score of 101-86 but did beat Missouri State by a score of 85-68 before that. Belmont has won three of their last four games and they are currently fourth in the MVC standings with a 10-6 record. Belmont has scored 81.3 points per game and they have allowed 78.8 points per game, while also averaging 34.3 rebounds and 17.6 assists per game this season. Jonathan Pierre is averaging 14.1 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game, while Carter Whitt is averaging 12.8 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 5.8 assists per game this year. Belmont is shooting 47% from the field, 72.2% on free throws, and 39.4% on three-pointers this year. 

Why Belmont will beat Northern Iowa

• Belmont has won 38 of its last 43 night games at Curb Event Center against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Northern Iowa vs Belmont Prediction 

Northern Iowa comes into this matchup on a five-game winning streak and they are one of the hottest teams in the MVC right now, but they will be on the road for this game. The Panthers are shooting nearly 50% from the field this year and their defense has been very solid for most of the season. Belmont has won three of their last four games and they are 4-2 in their last six home games. The Bruins have struggled on the defensive end of the court so far this year, as they have allowed nearly 79 points per game. UNI won the first meeting with Belmont by a score of 76-70, but they are on the road and they are on short rest, so I like Belmont to get the win here.