Northern Iowa vs Michigan State Prediction 11/13/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

Northern Iowa vs Michigan State Prediction

I’ll stay with Michigan State. The Spartans have cruised through three wins so far, most recently a nice six-point win over Duke on a neutral court in Chicago. Michigan State shot 45 percent from the field in that one with 79 percent (22-of-28) at the line. The Spartans held Duke to just 33 percent from the field and 24 percent (7-of-29) from outside but did get out-rebounded 40-38 in the process. The 79 points in that victory come after Michigan State totaled 187 in their first pair this year.

As for Northern Iowa, they’ve got a couple of wins in three games so far and haven’t been playing terribly overall. The Panthers are coming off a 13-point win over Green Bay, shooting a stellar 67 percent from the field and 53 percent (10-of-19) from outside alongside 81 percent (13-of-16) at the line. UNI did have 13 turnovers and got beaten on the boards 30-21, though. I doubt the Panthers will be able to match up so well with Michigan State rebounding-wise, so if Northern Iowa can’t get their shooting going it’s going to be a long night.

Game Info, Stats and Previews

The Northern Iowa Panthers and the Michigan State Spartans meet Friday in college basketball action from Breslin Center. Here’s a collection of relevant information and reasoning for a sound Northern Iowa vs Michigan State prediction. We have looked at this information from a betting perspective and attempted to determine the best Northern Iowa vs Michigan State pick. We will also examine the recent form and player performances for both teams, as well as the recent betting trends and streaks pertaining to this matchup. We will tie it all together to the pick summary, resulting in a sensible prediction for a favorable betting outcome in this game.

Northern Iowa Panthers Betting Preview

Through three games so far this year, the Panthers have managed a 2-1 record. In their first outing of the season versus Cornell IA, Northern Iowa rolled to a 106-70 blowout win. The Panthers shot 47 percent from the field in that one with a 46-39 rebounding advantage. It was a pretty balanced all-around victory. As for game two, Northern Iowa took their first loss of the season 98-83 versus Furman. The Panthers were outmuscled on the boards 41-36 in the defeat while giving up 48 percent shooting from the field.

Northern Iowa was able to get back into the win column in their last game versus Green Bay. The Panthers took that one 89-76 at McLeod Center. Leading the way was Greyson Uelmen with 27 points and four assists alongside six turnovers.

Michigan State Spartans Betting Preview

Over on the Michigan State side, they have three games and three wins in the bag this year. The Spartans opened with a 96-59 win over Quinnipiac, shooting 58 percent from the field with a 46-27 rebounding edge and 36 percent shooting allowed on defense. Game two was another win 91-61 versus Toledo. In that one Michigan State shot 51 percent with a 52-27 edge on the boards.

Matched up against a very good Duke team in game three, the Spartans were able to power out a 79-73 victory at United Center in Chicago. Jeremy Fears led the way on 18 points with seven rebounds and Cam Ward came off the bench with 14 points and six rebounds. Josiah Jervis added 10 points with three rebounds as well.

Northern Iowa Panthers @ Michigan State Spartans Betting Trends: November 13, 2026

Why the Michigan State Spartans will win

• Michigan State has won each of its last 15 games at Jack Breslin Student Events Center against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Northern Iowa has lost eight of its last nine night games against AP-ranked opponents.
• Northern Iowa has lost the first half in four of its last five games against the Big Ten Conference.

Why the Northern Iowa Panthers will win

• Northern Iowa has won five of its last six night games.
• Michigan State has lost each of its last five Friday night games.

Andrew Jett's Pick: Michigan State Spartans -29.5