UIC vs Northern Iowa Prediction 2/26/25 College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate a UIC vs Northern Iowa Prediction for this college basketball game on Wednesday,  February 26th, at the McLeod Center. To formulate this prediction, we will examine:

-The Flames’ recent form and recent player performance 

-The Panthers’ recent form and recent player performance

-Recent Betting trends and streaks involving UIC

-Recent Betting trends and streaks involving Northern Iowa

-Recent betting trends in games played between UIC and Northern Iowa

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

Can UIC Win the Second Straight?

UIC faced off against Evansville in the last game, and the offense ran up the score, scoring 82 points on the way to the victory. UIC outscored Evansville 39-31 in the first half, and the second half wasn’t as dominant, but they held on. Modestas Kancleris had a strong game, putting up 18 points, 10 rebounds, and one assist. Four different players put up at least 11 points to help pace the squad. Two games ago against Drake, they didn’t play as well, and they lost 74-57. 

UIC on the season comes into this game with a 16-12 record overall, and they have gone 14-12 against the spread. UIC wants to push the pace, and they are averaging 77.8 points per game. The defense has not slowed down many teams this season, so when they have found success, it’s had to be the offense that has run up the score. Javon Jackson has been the top player this season, averaging 12.4 points while shooting 40.2 percent from the field and 32.5 percent from behind the three-point line. 

Can Northern Iowa Bounce Back?

Northern Iowa faced off against Drake in the last game, and they fell short. Northern Iowa scored 58 points, and even though the defense was pretty good, they still lost by six points. They made it to overtime but only scored three points in the extra minutes, leading to the defeat. Two games ago against Belmont, Northern Iowa scored 82 points and came out on top by eight points. The Panthers need to get the offense back on track here. 

Northern Iowa has a 19-10, and they have gone 18-10 against the spread. Northern Iowa averages 74.6 points, while their defense gives up 67.6 points per game. Overall, the offense has been pretty good, and it will be the biggest key here. They are also shooting 49.24 percent from the field, which places them at 9th in the league. Tytan Anderson has been the top player, averaging 15.6 points while shooting 58.3 percent. 

Why Northern Iowa Will Beat UIC

• Northern Iowa has won 16 of its last 17 night games at McLeod Center against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• UIC has lost each of its last three night games.
• UIC has lost the first half in each of its last three road games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

UIC vs Northern Iowa Prediction

Is Northern Iowa going to win this game? Probably, but this is way too many points. UIC’s offense is elite, averaging 77.8 points per game, and although they might not reach that number here, they are going to get above the season average of how many points Northern Iowa usually gives up. Chicago has used a balanced attack and will get the offense out to a fast start. Northern Iowa will pull it out late, but UIC is going to keep it within a couple of points. Back UIC against the spread.