Northern Iowa Panthers vs Drake Bulldogs Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The Northern Iowa Panthers will be facing off against the Drake Bulldogs in an upcoming Missouri Valley Conference game at The Knapp Center. Currently on a five-game winning streak, the Panthers have a record of 23-12, with a conference record of 6-3. In their most recent game, they defeated the Evansville Purple Aces with a score of 70-63. On the other hand, the Bulldogs, with a record of 16-4 and a conference record of 7-2, are aiming to recover from a double-overtime road loss to the Missouri State Bears, where they were beaten 83-80. Despite Drake being the favored team to win, with a -8 opening betting line that has not changed, the outcome of the game remains uncertain.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Panthers +285 | Bulldogs -370

Spread: Panthers +8 (-110) | Bulldogs -8 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 142.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Drake will win straight-up is 79%.

Northern Iowa Panthers

The Northern Iowa Panthers recently secured a 70-63 victory against the Evansville Purple Aces, demonstrating strong performance in the second half by scoring 42 points. Shooting percentages for the team were decent, with a shooting split of 22-of-53 (41.5%) from the floor, 7-of-23 (30.4%) from the three-point line, and 23 free-throw attempts. Notably, Tytan Anderson, a junior guard, played exceptionally well, contributing 15 points, 10 rebounds, one assist, two blocks, and two steals in a span of 30 minutes. The Panthers' defense showed moderate effort, allowing the Purple Aces to achieve a shooting split of 44.6/31.8/54.5 against them. In terms of national rankings, the Northern Iowa Panthers are currently placed 176th in scoring, averaging 74.6 points per game, and 145th in defense, allowing 70.5 points per game. There are no reported injuries within the team. Additionally, the Panthers hold a power ranking of 122 and are ranked 173rd in offense and 142nd in defense. Their season record currently stands at 12-8, with a 10-9 Against The Spread (ATS) performance. Offensively, the Panthers hit an average of 46.79% of their field goals, 71.60% of their free throws, and 36.15% of their three-pointers. Defensively, they allow opponents to score an average of 44.08% of their field goals, 75.88% of their free throws, and 34.55% of their three-pointers. Additionally, the Panthers average 33.75 rebounds per game, 12.80 offensive assists, 10.70 turnovers, 32.65 defensive rebounds, 10.70 defensive assists, and 11.90 turnovers per game.