| MATCHUP | Northern Iowa Panthers | UIC Flames |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 8-2 | 4-6 |
| Spread | -4.5 -108 | +4.5 -112 |
| Moneyline | -192 | +160 |
| Total | Over 134.5 (-112) | Under 134.5 (-108) |
| Where | Credit Union 1 Arena, Chicago, IL | |
| When | Wednesday, December 17, 2025 | |
| Time | 05:00 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
In this article we will formulate a Northern Iowa vs UIC prediction for this College Basketball game on Wednesday, December 17th at Credit Union 1 Arena in Chicago, Illinois. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Northern Iowa Panthers Betting Preview
The Northern Iowa Panthers are 8-2 (0-0) this season after they defeated Oakland by a score of 75-63 in their last game. Northern Iowa led 38-30 at halftime and added 37 points in the second half to secure the win. The Panthers shot 45% from the field, 33% on three pointers, and 59% on free throws in the game. Loon Bond III led Northern Iowa with 26 points and seven rebounds, while Tristan Smith added 15 points and 11 rebounds in the win.
Prior to that game, Northern Iowa lost to Wichita State by a score of 74-69, but did beat a non-D1 team by a score of 99-34 before that. The Panthers have scored 73.6 points per game with 34.0 rebounds and 17.4 assists per game, while they have allowed 58.0 points against per game this season. Leon Bond III is averaging 14.1 points and 5.3 rebounds per game, while Trey Campbell is averaging 12.6 points and 3.5 assists per game for the Panthers. Northern Iowa is shooting 46.9% from the field, 66.1% on free throws, and 36.0% on three pointers this season.
UIC Flames Betting Preview
The UIC Flames are 4-6 (0-1) this year after they lost to Belmont by a score of 87-84 in their last game. UIC led 43-30 at halftime, but was outscored 57-41 in the second half for the loss. The Flames shot 45% from the field, 41% on three pointers, and 100% on free throws in the game. Josiah Hammons led UIC with 31 points and four rebounds, while Andy Johnson added 17 points and five assists in the loss.
Prior to that game, UIC lost to Yale by a score of 80-66 and Arkansas-Pine Bluff by a score of 63-62. The Flames have scored 77.9 points per game with 35.9 rebounds and 14.0 assists per game, while they have allowed 74.6 points against per game this season. Ahmad Henderson II is averaging 14.6 points and 2.5 assists per game, while Andy Johnson is averaging 14.3 points and 2.8 rebounds per game for the Flames. UIC is shooting 44.5% from the field, 77.7% on free throws, and 31.9% on three pointers this year.
Why the UIC Flames will win
- UIC has won five of its last six games at Credit Union 1 Arena against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Northern Iowa has lost three of its last four games against the Missouri Valley Conference.
- Northern Iowa has lost the first half in four of its last five games against the Missouri Valley Conference.
Why the Northern Iowa Panthers will win
- UIC has lost each of its last four games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Northern Iowa has won eight of its last 10 games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- UIC has lost the first half in three of its last four games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Northern Iowa vs UIC Prediction
Northern Iowa comes into this contest with an 8-2 record on the season, but they are just 2-2 in their last four games. The Panthers are shooting 47% from the field, but their defense has been elite. UIC has lost four games in a row and they have allowed at least 80 points in three of those four games. The Flames are shooting 45% from the field and I think they are going to have a ton of trouble scoring in this one. Take the under here.