Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs Jacksonville State Gamecocks predictions, Feb 05, 2026

Feb 05, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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The upcoming NCAA basketball clash on February 5, 2026, sees the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers hosting the Jacksonville State Gamecocks at their home venue.

In recent form, the Hilltoppers have struggled, securing only 1 victory in their last 5 outings. This indicates potential issues in both offensive execution and defensive consistency that they will need to address to compete effectively. Conversely, the Gamecocks have shown a marked improvement, winning 3 of their last 5 games, which reflects a growing confidence and tactical cohesiveness in their play.

From a tactical perspective, Western Kentucky will likely aim to leverage their home-court advantage and establish a strong defensive presence. Meanwhile, Jacksonville State will be looking to exploit any defensive lapses by the Hilltoppers, utilizing their recent form to transition swiftly on offense.

Bookmakers place the odds at 1.41 for a home win and 2.8 for an away victory, suggesting a slight edge for the Hilltoppers. Model predictions favor Western Kentucky with a 67% probability of winning. However, given Jacksonville State’s upward trajectory, this matchup offers a potential for surprises. As always, outcomes in sports can be unpredictable, making this a compelling contest to watch.

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Western Kentucky
66.6%		 Jacksonville State
33.4%

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Betting Odds

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MarathonBet 1.41 2.75
WilliamHill 1.4 2.85

Latest Results

31.01.26 Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders basketball – Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – 60:65
28.01.26 Kennesaw State Owls basketball – Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – 72:69
24.01.26 Sam Houston State Bearkats basketball – Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – 73:58
21.01.26 Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – Liberty Flames basketball – 69:76
17.01.26 Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – Kennesaw State Owls basketball – 65:81		 31.01.26 Missouri State Bears basketball – Jacksonville State Gamecocks basketball – 74:67
28.01.26 Florida International Golden Panthers basketball – Jacksonville State Gamecocks basketball – 74:78
23.01.26 Jacksonville State Gamecocks basketball – Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders basketball – 75:58
17.01.26 Jacksonville State Gamecocks basketball – Louisiana Tech Bulldogs basketball – 64:60
14.01.26 Jacksonville State Gamecocks basketball – Sam Houston State Bearkats basketball – 62:77

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Western Kentucky won 2.
  • Western Kentucky is currently in poor form (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Jacksonville State has been unpredictable lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • Western Kentucky will hold a modest advantage in this match.
  • In the last 6 head-to-head matches, Western Kentucky won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 441:431. (average 73.5:71.8).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Western Kentucky won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 221:209. (average 73.7:69.7).

    Latest Head To Head

    29.12.25 Jacksonville State Gamecocks basketball – Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – 78:67
    08.02.25 Jacksonville State Gamecocks basketball – Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – 85:83
    09.01.25 Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – Jacksonville State Gamecocks basketball – 67:73
    10.02.24 Jacksonville State Gamecocks basketball – Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – 59:70
    13.01.24 Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – Jacksonville State Gamecocks basketball – 80:69

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Arizona Wildcats: 4.75 (15.28%)

    2. Michigan Wolverines: 5.5 (13.2%)

    3. Duke Blue Devils: 8 (9.07%)

    4. Connecticut Huskies: 12 (6.05%)

    5. Houston Cougars: 12 (6.05%)

    6. Illinois Fighting Illini: 14 (5.18%)

    7. Florida Gators: 19 (3.82%)

    8. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 19 (3.82%)

    9. Kansas Jayhawks: 19 (3.82%)

    10. Purdue Boilermakers: 19 (3.82%)

    11. Iowa State: 20 (3.63%)

    12. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 26 (2.79%)

    13. Michigan State: 36 (2.02%)

    14. Vanderbilt Commodores: 36 (2.02%)

    15. Texas Tech: 41 (1.77%)

    16. Brigham Young: 46 (1.58%)

    17. Alabama Crimson Tide: 51 (1.42%)

    18. Virginia Cavaliers: 67 (1.08%)

    19. Tennessee Volunteers: 81 (0.9%)

    20. Louisville: 81 (0.9%)

    21. Arkansas Razorbacks: 81 (0.9%)

    22. North Carolina: 81 (0.9%)

    23. Kentucky Wildcats: 81 (0.9%)

    24. St. Louis Billikens: 101 (0.72%)

    25. St. Johns Red Storm: 101 (0.72%)

    26. Clemson: 126 (0.58%)

    27. Iowa Hawkeyes: 126 (0.58%)

    28. Auburn Tigers: 176 (0.41%)

    29. UCF Knights: 201 (0.36%)

    30. Wisconsin Badgers: 201 (0.36%)

    31. Georgia Bulldogs: 201 (0.36%)

    32. Texas A&M: 201 (0.36%)

    33. NC State: 201 (0.36%)

    34. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.29%)

    35. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.29%)

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

    37. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.29%)

    38. UCLA: 251 (0.29%)

    39. Baylor Bears: 351 (0.21%)

    40. Indiana Hoosiers: 351 (0.21%)

    41. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.21%)

    42. USC Trojans: 351 (0.21%)

    43. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.14%)

    44. Seton Hall Pirates: 501 (0.14%)

    45. New Mexico: 501 (0.14%)

    46. San Diego State: 501 (0.14%)

    47. West Virginia: 751 (0.1%)

    48. Butler Bulldogs: 751 (0.1%)

    49. Missouri Tigers: 751 (0.1%)

    50. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

    51. LSU: 1001 (0.07%)

    52. Ole Miss Rebels: 1001 (0.07%)

    53. TCU: 1001 (0.07%)

    54. Washington Huskies: 1001 (0.07%)

    55. Colorado: 1001 (0.07%)

    56. Utah Utes: 1001 (0.07%)

    57. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.07%)

    58. Xavier Musketeers: 1001 (0.07%)

    59. Creighton: 1001 (0.07%)

    60. Cincinnati Bearcats: 1001 (0.07%)

    61. DePaul Blue Demons: 1001 (0.07%)

    62. Stanford Cardinal: 1001 (0.07%)

    63. Oklahoma State: 1001 (0.07%)

    64. Arizona State: 1001 (0.07%)

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

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