Valparaiso Beacons vs Northern Iowa Panthers predictions, Jan 17, 2026

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Valparaiso

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In a highly anticipated NCAA College Basketball matchup, the Valparaiso Beacons will face off against the Northern Iowa Panthers on January 17, 2026. Both teams are coming off mixed results in their recent games, with the Beacons winning 2 out of their last 5 matches and the Panthers posting a similar record.

The Valparaiso Beacons, playing at home, will look to capitalize on their home-court advantage to secure a much-needed victory. With odds slightly in their favor at 1.92, the Beacons will rely on their tactical strengths and recent form to outperform their opponents. On the other hand, the Northern Iowa Panthers, with odds at 1.75, will seek to showcase their skills and come out on top in this challenging matchup.

With both teams evenly matched in terms of recent performance, this game promises to be a thrilling contest with unpredictable outcomes. Fans can expect a competitive and intense battle on the court as these two teams go head-to-head.

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Valparaiso
47.7%
Northern Iowa
52.3%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
Pinnacle 1.92 1.75

Latest Results

13.01.26 Belmont Bruins basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 78:74
10.01.26 Murray State Racers basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 92:79
07.01.26 Valparaiso Beacons basketball – Illinois State Redbirds basketball – 77:71
04.01.26 Valparaiso Beacons basketball – Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – 66:59
01.01.26 Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 75:70
13.01.26 Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – 61:69
10.01.26 Bradley Braves basketball – Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – 75:69
07.01.26 Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – Belmont Bruins basketball – 65:78
04.01.26 Evansville Purple Aces basketball – Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – 48:62
01.01.26 Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – Indiana State Sycamores basketball – 75:66

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Valparaiso won 2.
  • Both teams have been playing unpredictably.
  • In this match, both teams have almost equal chances to win.
  • In the last 17 head-to-head matches, Valparaiso won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 12 matches, and goals 1120:1227. (average 65.9:72.2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Valparaiso won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 486:505. (average 69.4:72.1).

    Latest Head To Head

    29.12.25 Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 58:48
    07.03.25 Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 63:64
    04.01.25 Valparaiso Beacons basketball – Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – 80:73
    27.02.24 Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 68:54
    14.02.24 Valparaiso Beacons basketball – Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – 67:86

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.5 (15.91%)

    2. Arizona Wildcats: 5.5 (13.02%)

    3. Connecticut Huskies: 10 (7.16%)

    4. Purdue Boilermakers: 11 (6.51%)

    5. Iowa State: 12 (5.97%)

    6. Duke Blue Devils: 13 (5.51%)

    7. Houston Cougars: 15 (4.77%)

    8. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 16 (4.48%)

    9. Illinois Fighting Illini: 23 (3.11%)

    10. Florida Gators: 26 (2.75%)

    11. Vanderbilt Commodores: 31 (2.31%)

    12. Brigham Young: 31 (2.31%)

    13. Michigan State: 36 (1.99%)

    14. Kansas Jayhawks: 36 (1.99%)

    15. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 41 (1.75%)

    16. Texas Tech: 51 (1.4%)

    17. Virginia Cavaliers: 51 (1.4%)

    18. Louisville: 51 (1.4%)

    19. Arkansas Razorbacks: 51 (1.4%)

    20. Alabama Crimson Tide: 51 (1.4%)

    21. North Carolina: 67 (1.07%)

    22. Tennessee Volunteers: 81 (0.88%)

    23. Kentucky Wildcats: 101 (0.71%)

    24. Clemson: 126 (0.57%)

    25. St. Johns Red Storm: 126 (0.57%)

    26. Baylor Bears: 151 (0.47%)

    27. Iowa Hawkeyes: 151 (0.47%)

    28. UCLA: 151 (0.47%)

    29. Villanova Wildcats: 201 (0.36%)

    30. Indiana Hoosiers: 201 (0.36%)

    31. Wisconsin Badgers: 201 (0.36%)

    32. Auburn Tigers: 201 (0.36%)

    33. NC State: 201 (0.36%)

    34. TCU: 251 (0.29%)

    35. UCF Knights: 251 (0.29%)

    36. Seton Hall Pirates: 251 (0.29%)

    37. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.29%)

    38. Miami (FL): 251 (0.29%)

    39. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.29%)

    40. Texas A&M: 251 (0.29%)

    41. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.2%)

    42. Missouri Tigers: 351 (0.2%)

    43. Georgia Bulldogs: 351 (0.2%)

    44. USC Trojans: 351 (0.2%)

    45. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.14%)

    46. Syracuse Orange: 501 (0.14%)

    47. San Diego State: 501 (0.14%)

    48. Creighton: 501 (0.14%)

    49. Oklahoma Sooners: 501 (0.14%)

    50. Stanford Cardinal: 501 (0.14%)

    51. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.14%)

    52. Oregon Ducks: 501 (0.14%)

    53. St. Louis Billikens: 501 (0.14%)

    54. LSU: 751 (0.1%)

    55. Ole Miss Rebels: 751 (0.1%)

    56. Wake Forest: 751 (0.1%)

    57. Kansas State: 751 (0.1%)

    58. Washington Huskies: 751 (0.1%)

    59. West Virginia: 751 (0.1%)

    60. New Mexico: 751 (0.1%)

    61. Butler Bulldogs: 751 (0.1%)

    62. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

    63. Maryland Terrapins: 1001 (0.07%)

    64. South Carolina Gamecocks: 1001 (0.07%)

    65. Boise State: 1001 (0.07%)

    66. Marquette: 1001 (0.07%)

    67. Colorado State: 1001 (0.07%)

    68. Memphis Tigers: 1001 (0.07%)

    69. Pittsburgh Panthers: 1001 (0.07%)

    70. Colorado: 1001 (0.07%)

    71. Utah Utes: 1001 (0.07%)

    72. Northwestern Wildcats: 1001 (0.07%)

    73. Notre Dame: 1001 (0.07%)

    74. Xavier Musketeers: 1001 (0.07%)

    75. Mississippi St.: 1001 (0.07%)

    76. Cincinnati Bearcats: 1001 (0.07%)

    77. Georgia Tech: 1001 (0.07%)

    78. DePaul Blue Demons: 1001 (0.07%)

    79. Providence Friars: 1001 (0.07%)

    80. Arizona State: 1001 (0.07%)

    81. Miami (Ohio): 1001 (0.07%)

    82. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 1001 (0.07%)

    83. Florida State: 1001 (0.07%)

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