| MATCHUP | Northwestern State Demons | Murray State Racers |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 0-2 | 1-0 |
| Where | CFSB Center, Murray, KY | |
| When | Saturday, November 7, 2026 | |
| Time | 08:00 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
Northwestern State vs Murray State Prediction
I’ll lean toward Murray State here. The Racers didn’t have a ton of issues in their opener versus Tennessee State this week, cruising to a 30-point win on the strength of 52 percent shooting from the field and 83 percent (24-of-29) at the line. Murray State held the Tigers to just 31 percent shooting on the other side, but it wasn’t all perfect. The Racers committed 17 turnovers and had a pretty small edge in rebounding (37-34) compared to the margin of victory.
As for Northwestern State, they opened up with a tough matchup versus Baylor on Monday and ended up losing by 22 points. The Demons shot just 37 percent from the field in that one with 22 percent (5-of-23) from outside and 67 percent (16-of-24) at the line. Northwestern State gave up 48 percent shooting on defense and got out-rebounded 49-35. In game two the Demons shot just 30 percent from the field versus Mississippi State, adding 27 percent (4-of-15) from outside and 48 percent (12-of-25) from the line alongside a 50-34 rebounding deficit. I like Northwestern State to look better here but not enough to cover.
Game Info, Stats and Previews
The Northwestern State Demons and the Murray State Racers meet Saturday in college basketball action from CFSB Center. Here’s a collection of relevant information and reasoning for a sound Northwestern State vs Murray State prediction. We have looked at this information from a betting perspective and attempted to determine the best Northwestern State vs Murray 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.
Northwestern State Demons Betting Preview
The Demons have two games in the books so far this season. First was a Monday game versus Baylor at Foster Pavilion in Waco, Texas. Northwestern State had some issues in that matchup and finished with a sizable loss 87-65. Leading the team in the defeat was Kai Simpson with 17 points, three assists and five turnovers. Nathan Ojukwu added 13 points with three boards and two assists, while Isaiah Vick had 12 points and seven rebounds in the losing effort.
In Thursday’s outing versus Mississippi State, the Demons traveled to Humphrey Coliseum in Starkville for a blowout loss 82-44 in front of over 6,000 fans. Leading the way in the loss was Kai Simpson, the only player on the team with double-figures on 13 points and six rebounds.
Murray State Racers Betting Preview
Over on the Murray State side, they posted a pretty solid overall record at 20-13 last season. The Racers went a tepid 12-8 in Missouri Valley Conference games, but finished behind only Belmont, Bradley and Illinois State in the standings. Murray State lost their first game of the conference tournament versus UIC, then got an invite to the NIT. The Racers lost in their first game there as well versus Nevada.
In their opener on Monday versus Tennessee State at Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Murray State posted a 94-64 victory in front of over 1,200 fans. Tops in scoring during that win was Roman Domon with 22 points, five rebounds and two assists. Kaden Magwood came off the bench to contribute 15 points, three rebounds and four turnovers in 18 minutes of work during the win.
Northwestern State Demons @ Murray State Racers Betting Trends: November 7, 2026
Why the Murray State Racers will win
- Northwestern State has lost each of its last nine night games against non-Conference opponents.
- Murray State has won 34 of its last 35 Saturday night games at CFSB Center.
- Murray State has won the first half in each of its last seven Saturday games against non-Conference opponents.
Why the Northwestern State Demons will win
- Murray State has lost three of its last four games against non-AP-ranked opponents.