Northern Iowa Panthers vs Indiana State Sycamores predictions, Jan 01, 2026

Jan 01, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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In what promises to be an exciting NCAA College Basketball matchup, the Northern Iowa Panthers will face off against the Indiana State Sycamores on January 1, 2026. The Panthers will have the home court advantage as they look to build on their recent form of winning 3 out of their last 5 matches. On the other hand, the Sycamores have been in slightly better form, winning 4 of their last 5 games.

From a tactical standpoint, both teams possess solid defensive abilities and scoring threats that could make for a closely contested game. However, bookmakers have favored the Northern Iowa Panthers with odds of 1.14, compared to the Indiana State Sycamores’ odds of 4.53. This suggests that the Panthers are slight favorites to come out on top with a projected final score of 72:61.

Ultimately, this matchup could go either way as both teams are evenly matched in terms of recent performances. Fans can expect an intense battle on the court with both teams giving their all to secure the victory.

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Northern Iowa
82.9%		 Indiana State
17.1%

Prediction (the most likely score): 72:61

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Betting Odds

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betsson 1.12 5.5
MarathonBet 1.15 4.7
WilliamHill 1.13 5.75
Pinnacle 1.14 4.53
Best for US Customers 1.1 6.33

Latest Results

29.12.25 Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 58:48
22.12.25 St. Marys CA Gaels basketball – Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – 63:58
17.12.25 Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – 54:60
13.12.25 Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – Oakland Golden Grizzlies basketball – 75:63
06.12.25 Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – Wichita State Shockers basketball – 69:74 OT		 29.12.25 Indiana State Sycamores basketball – Belmont Bruins basketball – 81:80 OT
21.12.25 Illinois State Redbirds basketball – Indiana State Sycamores basketball – 85:65
18.12.25 Indiana State Sycamores basketball – Bradley Braves basketball – 99:108 OT
14.12.25 Wisconsin-Milwaukee Panthers basketball – Indiana State Sycamores basketball – 68:70
07.12.25 Indiana State Sycamores basketball – Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles basketball – 77:55

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Northern Iowa won 2.
  • The recent form of both competitors has been shaky.
  • Northern Iowa may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • In this match, Northern Iowa is the obvious favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Northern Iowa won 9 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 11 matches, and goals 1364:1398. (average 68.2:69.9).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Northern Iowa won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 755:737. (average 68.6:67).

    Latest Head To Head

    11.02.25 Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – Indiana State Sycamores basketball – 88:73
    25.01.25 Indiana State Sycamores basketball – Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – 56:74
    09.03.24 Indiana State Sycamores basketball – Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – 94:72
    07.01.24 Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – Indiana State Sycamores basketball – 66:77
    11.02.23 Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – Indiana State Sycamores basketball – 62:80

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 5.25 (8.31%)

    2. Michigan Tech: 5.25 (8.31%)

    3. Arizona Wildcats: 9.5 (4.59%)

    4. Connecticut Huskies: 11 (3.96%)

    5. Duke Blue Devils: 12 (3.63%)

    6. Iowa State: 13 (3.35%)

    7. Purdue Boilermakers: 13 (3.35%)

    8. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 15 (2.91%)

    9. Houston Cougars: 16 (2.73%)

    10. Michigan State: 26 (1.68%)

    11. Florida Gators: 26 (1.68%)

    12. Louisville: 26 (1.68%)

    13. Illinois Fighting Illini: 26 (1.68%)

    14. Michigan State Spartans W: 26 (1.68%)

    15. Vanderbilt Commodores: 29 (1.5%)

    16. Brigham Young: 29 (1.5%)

    17. Kansas Jayhawks: 29 (1.5%)

    18. Kentucky Wildcats: 34 (1.28%)

    19. Tennessee Volunteers: 36 (1.21%)

    20. Alabama Crimson Tide: 36 (1.21%)

    21. North Carolina: 36 (1.21%)

    22. Arkansas Razorbacks: 41 (1.06%)

    23. Arkansas State: 41 (1.06%)

    24. Texas Tech: 46 (0.95%)

    25. St. Johns Red Storm: 50 (0.87%)

    26. St. Johns Sonics: 50 (0.87%)

    27. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 65 (0.67%)

    28. Virginia Cavaliers: 80 (0.55%)

    29. UCLA: 80 (0.55%)

    30. VCU Rams: 100 (0.44%)

    31. California Golden Bears: 100 (0.44%)

    32. Maryland Terrapins: 100 (0.44%)

    33. South Carolina Gamecocks: 100 (0.44%)

    34. Virginia Tech: 100 (0.44%)

    35. Boise State: 100 (0.44%)

    36. UC Irvine: 100 (0.44%)

    37. Marquette: 100 (0.44%)

    38. Villanova Wildcats: 100 (0.44%)

    39. LSU: 100 (0.44%)

    40. Ole Miss Rebels: 100 (0.44%)

    41. TCU: 100 (0.44%)

    42. Dayton Flyers: 100 (0.44%)

    43. Baylor Bears: 100 (0.44%)

    44. Indiana Hoosiers: 100 (0.44%)

    45. Colorado State: 100 (0.44%)

    46. High Point: 100 (0.44%)

    47. UCF Knights: 100 (0.44%)

    48. Wake Forest: 100 (0.44%)

    49. Wisconsin Badgers: 100 (0.44%)

    50. Memphis Tigers: 100 (0.44%)

    51. Pittsburgh Panthers: 100 (0.44%)

    52. Kansas State: 100 (0.44%)

    53. Clemson: 100 (0.44%)

    54. Iowa Hawkeyes: 100 (0.44%)

    55. Washington Huskies: 100 (0.44%)

    56. Colorado: 100 (0.44%)

    57. Utah Utes: 100 (0.44%)

    58. Northwestern Wildcats: 100 (0.44%)

    59. Drake Bulldogs: 100 (0.44%)

    60. Seton Hall Pirates: 100 (0.44%)

    61. West Virginia: 100 (0.44%)

    62. SMU Mustangs: 100 (0.44%)

    63. Ohio State Buckeyes: 100 (0.44%)

    64. Notre Dame: 100 (0.44%)

    65. Syracuse Orange: 100 (0.44%)

    66. New Mexico: 100 (0.44%)

    67. Auburn Tigers: 100 (0.44%)

    68. Butler Bulldogs: 100 (0.44%)

    69. UC San Diego: 100 (0.44%)

    70. San Diego State: 100 (0.44%)

    71. George Mason: 100 (0.44%)

    72. Xavier Musketeers: 100 (0.44%)

    73. St. Marys (CA): 100 (0.44%)

    74. Mississippi St.: 100 (0.44%)

    75. Missouri Tigers: 100 (0.44%)

    76. McNeese State: 100 (0.44%)

    77. Utah State: 100 (0.44%)

    78. Creighton: 100 (0.44%)

    79. Miami (FL): 100 (0.44%)

    80. Texas Longhorns: 100 (0.44%)

    81. Cincinnati Bearcats: 100 (0.44%)

    82. Georgia Tech: 100 (0.44%)

    83. Oklahoma Sooners: 100 (0.44%)

    84. DePaul Blue Demons: 100 (0.44%)

    85. Stanford Cardinal: 100 (0.44%)

    86. Providence Friars: 100 (0.44%)

    87. Oklahoma State: 100 (0.44%)

    88. Santa Clara: 100 (0.44%)

    89. Georgia Bulldogs: 100 (0.44%)

    90. Arizona State: 100 (0.44%)

    91. Texas A&M: 100 (0.44%)

    92. Penn State: 100 (0.44%)

    93. Yale: 100 (0.44%)

    94. Oregon Ducks: 100 (0.44%)

    95. Georgetown: 100 (0.44%)

    96. USC Trojans: 100 (0.44%)

    97. Troy: 100 (0.44%)

    98. Akron Zips: 100 (0.44%)

    99. NC State: 100 (0.44%)

    100. Saint Marys: 100 (0.44%)

    101. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 100 (0.44%)

    102. Florida State: 100 (0.44%)

    103. Boston College: 100 (0.44%)

    104. California Maritime: 100 (0.44%)

    105. Grand Canyon: 100 (0.44%)

    106. Georgetown Hoyas W: 100 (0.44%)

    107. Miami Hurricanes W: 100 (0.44%)

    108. UC San Diego Tritons W: 100 (0.44%)

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