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Toledo Rockets Favored to Win Against Northern Illinois Huskies in MAC Showdown

On Saturday afternoon, Northern Illinois (5-15, 1-7 MAC) will look to secure their first road win of the season as they face off against Toledo (12-8, 6-2 MAC). The Huskies recently suffered a loss to Akron, while the Rockets are coming off a victory against Ohio. Toledo has a favorable record of 6-4 in their last 10 games against Northern Illinois. In the upcoming matchup, Toledo is the betting favorite with a line of -14 that has remained unchanged. Stay tuned to see which team comes out on top in this Northern Illinois vs. Toledo prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Huskies +675 | Rockets -1125
• Spread: Huskies +14 (-110) | Rockets -14 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 154.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Toledo will win straight-up is 92%.

Northern Illinois vs Toledo Stats

Northern Illinois Huskies

Northern Illinois recently suffered a loss to Akron after a victory over Ball State. They have encountered difficulty on the road, losing 10 consecutive games, and are seeking to break that streak in their upcoming game on Saturday. The team averages 70.8 points per game, with Quentin Jones leading the way with 25 points and six rebounds in their last game. However, defensively, they have struggled, allowing an average of 75.9 points per game. In terms of rankings, Northern Illinois is positioned at 243 in power rankings, with offensive and defensive rankings of 269 and 289, respectively. Offensively, they have a field goal percentage of 40.93% and a three-point percentage of 33.52%. Defensively, they allow opponents to shoot 44.67% from the field and 36.84% from beyond the arc. The Huskies have a record of 5-15 this season, with significant room for improvement on both ends of the court.

Toledo Rockets Analysis

The Toledo Rockets rebounded from a loss to Kent State with wins over Bowling Green and Ohio, currently sitting third in the MAC standings. They are looking to close the gap with Akron with a win on Saturday. Toledo averages 78.3 points per game and shot 53.1 percent from the field and 43.8 percent from three-point range in their last game. Sam Lewis, Sonny Wilson, and Bryce Ford each contributed 15 points in the last game. Defensively, the Rockets have struggled, giving up an average of 77.8 points per game. In terms of power ranking, Toledo ranks 181 overall, #95 for offense, and #321 for defense. They have a record of 12-8 overall. The team averages 46.36% field goals, 73.43% free throws, and 33.62% three-pointers on offense, while allowing 47.09% field goals, 71.05% free throws, and 34.22% three-pointers on defense. They also average 34.11 rebounds, 13.32 offensive assists, and 9.95 turnovers per game on offense, and 35.84 defensive rebounds, 13.74 defensive assists, and 11.42 turnovers per game on defense.

Toledo has Home Court Advantage in Upcoming Matchup against the Huskies

With Toledo winning four out of their six home games and the Huskies experiencing a losing streak of 10 road games, it is evident that Toledo has an advantage in the upcoming matchup. Toledo's superior shooting accuracy, with over 48 percent of their shots made at home compared to the Huskies' less than 38 percent on the road, and their consistent free throw percentage of over 75 percent in recent games, make them a strong contender. Additionally, Toledo's prowess in rebounding, averaging more than eight offensive rebounds per game, provides them with additional scoring opportunities. Their low turnover rate further enhances their offensive capabilities. Conversely, the Huskies' defensive weaknesses, especially on the road where they give up more than 80 points per game, will likely hinder their ability to contain the Rockets. Therefore, selecting Toledo to cover the spread is advisable.

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