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As the Drake Bulldogs prepare to host the Valparaiso Beacons on February 9, 2026, both teams come into this matchup with varying momentum. The Bulldogs, having secured victories in two of their last five outings, will be looking to leverage their home-court advantage in a crucial conference clash. Despite their recent inconsistencies, Drake’s tactical approach typically emphasizes strong defensive play, aiming to stifle opposing offenses and control the tempo of the game.
Conversely, the Valparaiso Beacons arrive with a slightly better record, having won three of their last five matches. Their recent form highlights a more aggressive offensive strategy, which has paid dividends in high-pressure situations. This contrast in styles—Drake’s defensive discipline versus Valparaiso’s offensive prowess—sets the stage for an intriguing matchup.
Bookmakers have priced Drake as the favorites with odds of 1.63 compared to Valparaiso’s 2.17, translating to a predicted probability of a 58.4% chance for a home win. The statistical model forecasts a close encounter, projecting a final score of 74-71 in favor of the Bulldogs. While Drake’s home advantage leans the odds in their favor, the unpredictability of college basketball ensures that both teams will have pathways to victory. As such, bettors should approach this game with careful consideration of form and tactical execution.
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| Drake 57.2% |
Valparaiso 42.8% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 74:71
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.63 | 2.18 | ||
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1.64 | 2.19 | ||
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1.66 | 2.2 | ||
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1.66 | 2.16 |
Latest Results
| 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 24.01.26 Indiana State Sycamores basketball – Drake Bulldogs basketball – 62:76 |
06.02.26 Valparaiso Beacons basketball – Evansville Purple Aces basketball – 70:63 OT 03.02.26 Bradley Braves basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 72:65 31.01.26 Indiana State Sycamores basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 72:76 OT 28.01.26 Valparaiso Beacons basketball – Belmont Bruins basketball – 77:78 21.01.26 Valparaiso Beacons basketball – Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – 69:63 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 22.01.25 Drake Bulldogs basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 81:71 05.12.24 Valparaiso Beacons basketball – Drake Bulldogs basketball – 60:66 31.01.24 Drake Bulldogs basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 81:70 29.11.23 Valparaiso Beacons basketball – Drake Bulldogs basketball – 65:83 04.02.23 Valparaiso Beacons basketball – Drake Bulldogs basketball – 82:85 OT |
Standings
NCAA College Basketball Outrights
1. Arizona Wildcats: 4.95 (12.21%)
2. Michigan Wolverines: 5.9 (10.25%)
3. Duke Blue Devils: 7.2 (8.4%)
4. Houston Cougars: 9.6 (6.3%)
5. Illinois Fighting Illini: 12.2 (4.96%)
6. Florida Gators: 13.8 (4.38%)
7. Connecticut Huskies: 14.2 (4.26%)
8. Iowa State: 17 (3.56%)
9. Kansas Jayhawks: 18.2 (3.32%)
10. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 23.6 (2.56%)
11. Texas Tech: 28 (2.16%)
12. Purdue Boilermakers: 29.4 (2.06%)
13. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 35 (1.73%)
14. Michigan State: 36 (1.68%)
15. St. Johns Sonics: 36 (1.68%)
16. Michigan State Spartans W: 36 (1.68%)
17. North Carolina: 39 (1.55%)
18. St. Johns Red Storm: 43.75 (1.38%)
19. Alabama Crimson Tide: 53.4 (1.13%)
20. Arkansas Razorbacks: 56.2 (1.08%)
21. Vanderbilt Commodores: 57.4 (1.05%)
22. Brigham Young: 57.4 (1.05%)
23. Tennessee Volunteers: 65.4 (0.92%)
24. Louisville: 68.2 (0.89%)
25. Virginia Cavaliers: 72.2 (0.84%)
26. Kentucky Wildcats: 76.2 (0.79%)
27. NC State: 90.2 (0.67%)
28. VCU Rams: 100 (0.6%)
29. UC Irvine: 100 (0.6%)
30. High Point: 100 (0.6%)
31. Liberty: 100 (0.6%)
32. St. Marys (CA): 100 (0.6%)
33. McNeese State: 100 (0.6%)
34. Utah State: 100 (0.6%)
35. Santa Clara: 100 (0.6%)
36. Yale: 100 (0.6%)
37. Saint Marys: 100 (0.6%)
38. Miami Hurricanes W: 100 (0.6%)
39. Iowa Hawkeyes: 100.2 (0.6%)
40. Texas A&M: 100.2 (0.6%)
41. St. Louis Billikens: 100.2 (0.6%)
42. Clemson: 105.2 (0.57%)
43. Auburn Tigers: 105.2 (0.57%)
44. UCF Knights: 120.2 (0.5%)
45. Villanova Wildcats: 130.2 (0.46%)
46. Indiana Hoosiers: 130.2 (0.46%)
47. Wisconsin Badgers: 130.2 (0.46%)
48. SMU Mustangs: 130.2 (0.46%)
49. Texas Longhorns: 130.2 (0.46%)
50. UCLA: 130.2 (0.46%)
51. Miami (FL): 137.75 (0.44%)
52. Ohio State Buckeyes: 150.2 (0.4%)
53. Georgia Bulldogs: 150.2 (0.4%)
54. USC Trojans: 150.2 (0.4%)
55. Virginia Tech: 180.2 (0.34%)
56. Seton Hall Pirates: 180.2 (0.34%)
57. New Mexico: 180.2 (0.34%)
58. San Diego State: 180.2 (0.34%)
59. Oklahoma State: 180.2 (0.34%)
60. Missouri Tigers: 230.2 (0.26%)
61. TCU: 280.2 (0.22%)
62. Miami (Ohio): 280.2 (0.22%)
63. Baylor Bears: 501 (0.12%)
64. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.06%)
65. LSU: 1001 (0.06%)
66. Ole Miss Rebels: 1001 (0.06%)
67. West Virginia: 1001 (0.06%)
68. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.06%)
69. Oklahoma Sooners: 1001 (0.06%)
70. Stanford Cardinal: 1001 (0.06%)
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