Western Michigan Broncos (WMU)

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Northern Illinois Huskies (NIU)

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Back Northern Illinois to Make Life Difficult for WMU

Northern Illinois look a great play at +3.5 on the spread. They could beat Western Michigan and the odds of 1.93 about the underdogs makes lots of appeal.

WMU Beat Northern Illinois in Pair’s Previous Matchup

Western Michigan Broncos claimed a victory in their previous game. A 82-73 home win occurred against Ohio Bobcats.

Northern Illinois Huskies were beaten last game and this was on the road. Miami-Ohio RedHawks claimed a 87-58 win.

Western Michigan have won two on the bounce against Northern Illinois. Both victories came at home by 95-90 (OT) and 72-70 scorelines. The H2H over the past 10 games have seen five wins for both teams.

NCAAB Overall PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
Western Michigan 12-20 2306 2433 -127 6-9 6-11 1L
Northern Illinois 6-25 2199 2383 -184 5-10 1-15 1W
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Expert College Basketball Analysis

Our college basketball predictions are always well-researched and it starts with a combination of team news and form guide. Once we have a clear idea of what might happen, we match up the latest data.

Key Western Michigan vs Northern Illinois stats:

  • The +3.5 line has been covered by NIU in 3 of their last 5 games at home.
  • The -3.5 line hasn’t been covered by WMU in 17 of their last 20 games on the road.
  • The -3.5 line hasn’t been covered by WMU in 8 of their last 10 games on the road.
  • The +3.5 line has been covered by NIU in 8 of their last 10 games against WMU.

Western Michigan vs Northern Illinois Prediction

Northern Illinois are more than capable of staying close to the favorites so there’s a strong case for betting them against the spread in this college matchup. Take the 1.93 for the +3.5 that is available.

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Northern Illinois +3.5 Probability

According to the sportsbooks, our pick has a 51.8% chance of winning. Based on our cappers in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be 55-60%. This is why we regard this as a value wager.

Our Pick

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Published 09:54, 01 March 2025

Western Michigan vs Northern Illinois Bet Builder Tips

Spread NIU +3.5
Totals Over 149.5
Result & BTTS 60 NIU / Yes

Our same game parlay pick is Northern Illinois +3.5 on the spread, Over 149.5 points and Northern Illinois/BTTS Yes on the Result & Both Teams to Score lines.

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Correct Score Prediction

Western Michigan Western Michigan logo 77 - 79 Northern Illinois logo Northern Illinois

We’re expecting a close contest so it might be worth going for Northern Illinois to win by a 79-77 scoreline. You can get a massive price and we should hopefully get a run for our money.

Western Michigan vs Northern Illinois Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

WMU Moneyline Odds Suggest Victory

With a 69% chance of securing victory, Western Michigan are favorites for this college game and the sportsbooks have them at betting odds of 1.45. Northern Illinois are the underdogs at 2.76 and they’re regarded as least likely to win.

4.5 is the spread and 148.5 is the total points line. There are many ways to bet on basketball including the Totals. If you're keen on Over 148.5, this selection is available at 1.91.

There’s a chance to back WMU at 1.57 to reach the 20-point total before their opponents. Should you want to go against the favorites, Northern Illinois are available at 2.25.

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Team Stats

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Moneyline

  • 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

  • 1 win and 9 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 home games

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NCAAB Table Select Season

Mid-American Overall PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
Akron 28-6 2876 2532 344 19-0 9-6 7W
Miami (OH) 25-9 2740 2473 267 17-1 8-8 1L
Kent State 22-11 2433 2256 177 12-5 10-6 1L
Toledo 18-15 2603 2645 -42 12-5 6-10 1L
Ohio 16-16 2554 2449 105 12-3 4-13 3L
Eastern Michigan 16-16 2355 2449 -94 10-5 6-11 2L
Ball State 14-17 2336 2300 36 9-8 5-9 4L
Central Michigan 14-17 2341 2237 104 8-6 6-11 1L
Bowling Green 14-18 2352 2366 -14 9-9 5-9 2L
Western Michigan 12-20 2306 2433 -127 6-9 6-11 1L
Buffalo 9-22 2226 2508 -282 6-9 3-13 2L
Northern Illinois 6-25 2199 2383 -184 5-10 1-15 1W
  • Overall = Overall Wins-Losses
  • PF = Total Points For
  • PA = Total Points Against
  • N. Pts = Point Differential
  • Home = Home Record
  • Away = Away Record
  • Strk = Current Streak