Northern Illinois vs Akron Prediction 2/18/25 College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate a Northern Illinois vs Akron Prediction for this college basketball game on Tuesday,  February 18th, at the James A Rhodes Arena. To formulate this prediction, we will examine:

-The Huskies’ recent form and recent player performance 

-The Zips’ recent form and recent player performance

-Recent Betting trends and streaks involving Northern Illinois

-Recent Betting trends and streaks involving Akron

-Recent betting trends in games played between Northern Illinois and Akron

-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for Today’s Game between the Huskies and Zips. 

Northern Illinois is Struggling

Northern Illinois is struggling heading into this game and they have lost six games in a row. Two games ago against Buffalo, they were defeated 73–67, and in the last game against Ball State, they were knocked off 89-83. They were able to force overtime in the last game, but they couldn’t get it done then, and that led to the defeat. Quentin Jones had a strong game, putting up 21 points, nine rebounds, and six assists. 

The Huskies overall this season sit with a 5-20 record overall and they have gone 10-12 against the spread. Away from home this season they have gone 0-13. Northern Illinois is averaging 71.6 points while their defense is giving up 76.7 points per game. The offense is ranked 254th in the league while the defense is ranked 309th. Quentin Jones is averaging 16.5 points while shooting 46.2 percent from the field. 

Akron is on Fire 

Akron is on fire heading into this game, and they have won 13 games in a row. Two games ago against Western Michigan, it took overtime, but they were able to secure the 105-92. In the last game against Central Michigan, they went on the road, and they were able to pick up the 85-82 victory. Nate Johnson had a huge game putting up 18 points, seven rebounds, and three assists. There were five different players that put up at least 11 points. They have used a balanced attack all season. 

Akron sits with a 20-5 record overall and they have gone 12-11 against the spread. At home this season they have gone 11-0 straight up. Akron is averaging 84.6 points while their defense is giving up 73.8 points per game. The offense is ranked 7th in all of college basketball and they are going to need the offense to run up the score here. Guard Nate Johnson is averaging 14 points while shooting 45.99 percent from the field. 

Why Akron Will Beat Northern Illinois

• Akron has won each of its last 15 games against Conference opponents.
• Northern Illinois has lost each of its last 13 road games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Northern Illinois has lost the first half in 12 of its last 13 road games.

Total Points Facts

• Twelve of Northern Illinois’ last 13 night games against the Mid-American Conference have produced a total of 153 or fewer points.
• Forty-three of Akron’s last 48 night games against Conference opponents at James A. Rhodes Arena have produced a total of 158 or fewer points.

Northern Illinois vs Akron Prediction

Akron is going to put on a show and they are going to have no issue running up the score here. Akron is averaging 84.6 points per game and they are going to put on a show here. Northern Illinois is giving up 76.7 points and they are going to have some major issues here. Akron is going to get out to a fast start here, and Northern Illinois is going to have no answer. This game is going to be a blowout. Back Akron against the spread here. This is one of my favorite plays on the board.