Drake Bulldogs vs Illinois-Chicago Flames predictions, Feb 12, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

2 months ago

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The upcoming NCAA College Basketball matchup between the Drake Bulldogs and the Illinois-Chicago Flames on February 12, 2026, promises an intriguing contest as both teams vie for crucial conference positioning.

The Bulldogs are hoping to leverage home-court advantage but come into the game struggling, having secured victory in only 1 of their last 5 outings. Their recent form suggests issues on both ends of the floor, which they will need to address against a Flames team that has found a rhythm, winning 3 of their last 5 matches. Illinois-Chicago has demonstrated stronger offensive cohesion during this stretch, which could pose a challenge for the Bulldogs’ defense.

Bookmakers provide a slight edge to Drake with odds of 1.78, reflecting a probability of 57.1% for a home win. However, the Flames’ recent form gives them an equally viable path to victory, standing at 42.9% according to the predictive model.

In terms of tactical approach, expect the Bulldogs to rely on strong home support to stabilize their performance while the Flames will look to exploit any defensive lapses in their opponent. Overall, this match has all the makings of a tightly contested battle, with both teams having compelling reasons to push for the win. As always, caution is advised as there are no guaranteed outcomes in sports.

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Drake
52.4%

Illinois-Chicago
47.6%

Prediction (the most likely score): 74:72

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Betting Odds

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Latest Results

09.02.26 Drake Bulldogs basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 76:81
06.02.26 Illinois State Redbirds basketball – Drake Bulldogs basketball – 86:76
03.02.26 Belmont Bruins basketball – Drake Bulldogs basketball – 103:90
31.01.26 Drake Bulldogs basketball – Bradley Braves basketball – 73:87
28.01.26 Drake Bulldogs basketball – Evansville Purple Aces basketball – 82:78

06.02.26 Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – Belmont Bruins basketball – 62:68
03.02.26 Murray State Racers basketball – Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – 81:74
31.01.26 Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – 66:68
27.01.26 Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – Indiana State Sycamores basketball – 76:74
24.01.26 Bradley Braves basketball – Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – 70:85

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Drake won 3.

Drake has been struggling lately (last 5 games: 1 wins).

Illinois-Chicago has been playing with ups and downs recently (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).

Drake may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

The probability of winning is almost the same for both teams in this match.

In the last 8 head-to-head matches, Drake won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 615:566. (average 76.9:70.8).

Including home matches between the teams, Drake won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 234:183. (average 78:61).

Latest Head To Head

17.01.26 Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – Drake Bulldogs basketball – 74:67
19.02.25 Drake Bulldogs basketball – Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – 74:57
01.01.25 Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – Drake Bulldogs basketball – 74:70
28.02.24 Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – Drake Bulldogs basketball – 105:107 OT
10.01.23 Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – Drake Bulldogs basketball – 71:76 OT

Standings

NCAA College Basketball Outrights

1. Arizona Wildcats: 4.6 (15.4%)

2. Michigan Wolverines: 5.75 (12.32%)

3. Duke Blue Devils: 7.5 (9.44%)

4. Houston Cougars: 8.5 (8.33%)

5. Illinois Fighting Illini: 13 (5.45%)

6. Florida Gators: 14 (5.06%)

7. Iowa State: 15 (4.72%)

8. Connecticut Huskies: 16 (4.43%)

9. Kansas Jayhawks: 17 (4.17%)

10. Purdue Boilermakers: 20 (3.54%)

11. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 26 (2.72%)

12. Texas Tech: 36 (1.97%)

13. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 36 (1.97%)

14. Michigan State: 41 (1.73%)

15. Vanderbilt Commodores: 46 (1.54%)

16. Arkansas Razorbacks: 51 (1.39%)

17. Tennessee Volunteers: 67 (1.06%)

18. Brigham Young: 67 (1.06%)

19. Alabama Crimson Tide: 67 (1.06%)

20. St. Johns Red Storm: 67 (1.06%)

21. North Carolina: 67 (1.06%)

22. Louisville: 81 (0.87%)

23. Kentucky Wildcats: 81 (0.87%)

24. Iowa Hawkeyes: 91 (0.78%)

25. Virginia Cavaliers: 101 (0.7%)

26. St. Louis Billikens: 101 (0.7%)

27. Clemson: 126 (0.56%)

28. Wisconsin Badgers: 151 (0.47%)

29. Auburn Tigers: 151 (0.47%)

30. NC State: 151 (0.47%)

31. Miami (FL): 176 (0.4%)

32. UCF Knights: 201 (0.35%)

33. Texas A&M: 201 (0.35%)

34. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.28%)

35. Indiana Hoosiers: 251 (0.28%)

36. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.28%)

37. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.28%)

38. UCLA: 251 (0.28%)

39. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.2%)

40. Georgia Bulldogs: 351 (0.2%)

41. USC Trojans: 351 (0.2%)

42. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.14%)

43. Baylor Bears: 501 (0.14%)

44. Seton Hall Pirates: 501 (0.14%)

45. New Mexico: 501 (0.14%)

46. San Diego State: 501 (0.14%)

47. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.14%)

48. Missouri Tigers: 751 (0.09%)

49. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

50. Ole Miss Rebels: 1001 (0.07%)

51. TCU: 1001 (0.07%)

52. West Virginia: 1001 (0.07%)

53. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.07%)

54. Oklahoma Sooners: 1001 (0.07%)

55. Stanford Cardinal: 1001 (0.07%)

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

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