UNC Wilmington vs Northeastern Prediction 1/8/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

In this article we will formulate a UNC Wilmington vs Northeastern prediction for this College Basketball game on Thursday, January 8th at the Cabot Center in Boston, Massachusetts. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

UNC Wilmington Seahawks Betting Preview

The UNC Wilmington Seahawks are 14-2 (3-0) this season after they defeated Hampton by a score of 49-45 in their last game. UNC Wilmington led 27-18 at halftime, but was outscored 27-22 in the second half in the win. The Seahawks shot 39% from the field, 19% on three pointers, and 38% on free throws in the win. Patrick Wessler led UNC Wilmington with 19 points and 14 rebounds, while Noah Ross added nine points and three rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, UNC Wilmington defeated Drexel by a score of 65-53 and NC A&T by a score of 87-78. The Seahawks have scored 77.9 points per game with 42.0 rebounds and 13.4 assists per game, while they have allowed 64.6 points against per game this season. Nolan Hodge is averaging 15.8 points and 4.3 rebounds per game, while Patrick Wessler is averaging 12.0 points and 8.8 rebounds per game for the Seahawks. UNC Wilmington is shooting 45.0% from the field, 68.6% on free throws, and 34.4% on three pointers this season. 

Northeastern Huskies Betting Preview

The Northeastern Huskies are 5-9 (1-2) this year after they lost to Campbell by a score of 97-82 in their last game. Northeastern trailed 49-36 at halftime and they allowed 48 points in the second half in the loss. The Huskies shot 53% from the field, 43% on three pointers, and 92% on free throws in the game. Mike Loughnane led Northeastern with 23 points and three rebounds, while William Kermoury added 16 points and two assists in the loss. 

Prior to that game, Northeastern defeated NC A&T by a score of 85-74, but lost to Elon by a score of 103-91 before that. The Huskies have scored 76.2 points per game with 30.9 rebounds and 15.4 assists per game, while they have allowed 79.3 points against per game this season. Youri Fritz is averaging 11.5 points and 5.1 rebounds per game, while Xavier Abreu is averaging 10.7 points and 1.8 rebounds per game for the Huskies. Northeastern is shooting 47.2% from the field, 70.5% on free throws, and 36.9% on three pointers this year. 

Why the North Carolina-Wilmington Seahawks will win

• North Carolina-Wilmington has won each of its last nine games against the Coastal Athletic Association.
• Northeastern has lost each of its last four night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Northeastern has lost the first half in each of its last four night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Each of Northeastern’s last five games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 159+ points.
• Four of North Carolina-Wilmington’s last five road games against the Coastal Athletic Association have produced a total of 149+ points.

UNC Wilmington vs Northeastern Prediction 

UNC Wilmington comes into this matchup on a four game winning streak and they have allowed 56 points or fewer in three of those four wins. The Seahawks are shooting 45% from the field, but they have scored just 49 and 65 points in their last two games. Northeastern has lost four of their last five games and they have allowed at least 85 points in all four losses. The Huskies are shooting 47% from the field and their offense has been solid, as they have scored at least 77 points in five straight. These two teams play two different paces, but I think Northeastern can speed the game up. Take the over here.

David Racey's Pick: Over 146.5