Illinois Fighting Illini vs Maryland Terrapins predictions, Jan 21, 2026

Jan 21, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

NCAA College Basketball, on Wednesday,

Illinois Fighting Illini

Maryland Terrapins

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In this highly anticipated NCAA College Basketball matchup on January 21, 2026, the Illinois Fighting Illini will take on the Maryland Terrapins at home. The Illinois Fighting Illini come into this game in red-hot form, having won all of their last 5 matches, showcasing their dominance on the court. On the other hand, the Maryland Terrapins have struggled recently, only managing to secure a victory in 1 of their last 5 games.

With such contrasting recent form, the bookmakers have heavily favored the Illinois Fighting Illini, with odds of 1.02 for the home team and 8.91 for the away team. The Illinois Fighting Illini will look to capitalize on their momentum and continue their winning streak, while the Maryland Terrapins will be aiming to turn their fortunes around with a strong performance on the road.

Both teams possess unique tactical strengths that could come into play during the game, making it an intriguing matchup for fans and bettors alike. It remains to be seen how the teams will perform on the day, but one thing is for sure – this game promises to be a thrilling contest between two competitive sides.

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Illinois
92.6%		 Maryland
7.4%

Prediction (the most likely score): 85:65

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Betting Odds

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betsson 1.02 11
MarathonBet 1.02 13
WilliamHill 1.02 14
Pinnacle 1.02 8.91

Latest Results

17.01.26 Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – Minnesota Golden Gophers basketball – 77:67
14.01.26 Northwestern Wildcats basketball – Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – 68:79
11.01.26 Iowa Hawkeyes basketball – Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – 69:75
08.01.26 Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – 81:55
03.01.26 Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – 65:73		 18.01.26 Maryland Terrapins basketball – Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – 96:73
13.01.26 USC Trojans basketball – Maryland Terrapins basketball – 88:71
10.01.26 UCLA Bruins basketball – Maryland Terrapins basketball – 67:55
07.01.26 Maryland Terrapins basketball – Indiana Hoosiers basketball – 66:84
02.01.26 Maryland Terrapins basketball – Oregon Ducks basketball – 54:64

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Illinois won 1.
  • Illinois has shown excellent form with a series of wins in recent matches (last 5 games: 5 wins).
  • Maryland is currently in poor form (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • Maryland may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, Illinois is the clear favorite.
  • In the last 16 head-to-head matches, Illinois won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 12 matches, and goals 1084:1194. (average 67.8:74.6).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Illinois won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 553:583. (average 69.1:72.9).

    Latest Head To Head

    14.03.25 Maryland Terrapins basketball – Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – 88:65
    23.01.25 Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – Maryland Terrapins basketball – 70:91
    17.02.24 Maryland Terrapins basketball – Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – 80:85
    14.01.24 Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – Maryland Terrapins basketball – 67:76
    02.12.22 Maryland Terrapins basketball – Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – 71:66

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 5 (9.92%)

    2. Michigan Tech: 5 (9.92%)

    3. Arizona Wildcats: 6.3 (7.88%)

    4. Connecticut Huskies: 11.8 (4.2%)

    5. Purdue Boilermakers: 12.4 (4%)

    6. Houston Cougars: 12.8 (3.88%)

    7. Duke Blue Devils: 13 (3.82%)

    8. Iowa State: 16.6 (2.99%)

    9. Florida Gators: 17.4 (2.85%)

    10. Illinois Fighting Illini: 19.8 (2.51%)

    11. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 20 (2.48%)

    12. Vanderbilt Commodores: 23 (2.16%)

    13. Brigham Young: 27 (1.84%)

    14. Kansas Jayhawks: 31 (1.6%)

    15. Michigan State Spartans W: 34 (1.46%)

    16. Michigan State: 34.5 (1.44%)

    17. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 40 (1.24%)

    18. Alabama Crimson Tide: 43 (1.15%)

    19. Arkansas State: 50 (0.99%)

    20. Virginia Cavaliers: 50.2 (0.99%)

    21. Texas Tech: 56.2 (0.88%)

    22. Arkansas Razorbacks: 57.75 (0.86%)

    23. Louisville: 58.2 (0.85%)

    24. North Carolina: 64.2 (0.77%)

    25. Kentucky Wildcats: 68.2 (0.73%)

    26. St. Johns Red Storm: 73 (0.68%)

    27. St. Johns Sonics: 75 (0.66%)

    28. Tennessee Volunteers: 80.2 (0.62%)

    29. VCU Rams: 100 (0.5%)

    30. UC Irvine: 100 (0.5%)

    31. Dayton Flyers: 100 (0.5%)

    32. High Point: 100 (0.5%)

    33. UC San Diego: 100 (0.5%)

    34. George Mason: 100 (0.5%)

    35. St. Marys (CA): 100 (0.5%)

    36. McNeese State: 100 (0.5%)

    37. Utah State: 100 (0.5%)

    38. UCLA: 100 (0.5%)

    39. Penn State: 100 (0.5%)

    40. Yale: 100 (0.5%)

    41. Georgetown: 100 (0.5%)

    42. Murray State: 100 (0.5%)

    43. Troy: 100 (0.5%)

    44. Akron Zips: 100 (0.5%)

    45. Saint Marys: 100 (0.5%)

    46. Boston College: 100 (0.5%)

    47. Saint-Louis: 100 (0.5%)

    48. California Maritime: 100 (0.5%)

    49. Georgetown Hoyas W: 100 (0.5%)

    50. Miami Hurricanes W: 100 (0.5%)

    51. UC San Diego Tritons W: 100 (0.5%)

    52. Clemson: 105.2 (0.47%)

    53. Baylor Bears: 110.2 (0.45%)

    54. Iowa Hawkeyes: 110.2 (0.45%)

    55. Georgia Bulldogs: 115.2 (0.43%)

    56. Indiana Hoosiers: 120.2 (0.41%)

    57. Wisconsin Badgers: 120.2 (0.41%)

    58. SMU Mustangs: 120.2 (0.41%)

    59. Auburn Tigers: 120.2 (0.41%)

    60. NC State: 120.2 (0.41%)

    61. Villanova Wildcats: 130.2 (0.38%)

    62. Texas Longhorns: 130.2 (0.38%)

    63. Texas A&M: 130.2 (0.38%)

    64. Miami (FL): 137.75 (0.36%)

    65. UCF Knights: 150.2 (0.33%)

    66. Seton Hall Pirates: 150.2 (0.33%)

    67. Ohio State Buckeyes: 150.2 (0.33%)

    68. San Diego State: 150.2 (0.33%)

    69. Missouri Tigers: 150.2 (0.33%)

    70. USC Trojans: 150.2 (0.33%)

    71. Virginia Tech: 180.2 (0.28%)

    72. TCU: 180.2 (0.28%)

    73. Creighton: 180.2 (0.28%)

    74. Oklahoma Sooners: 180.2 (0.28%)

    75. Stanford Cardinal: 180.2 (0.28%)

    76. Oklahoma State: 180.2 (0.28%)

    77. St. Louis Billikens: 200.25 (0.25%)

    78. LSU: 230.2 (0.22%)

    79. Wake Forest: 230.2 (0.22%)

    80. Kansas State: 230.2 (0.22%)

    81. Washington Huskies: 230.2 (0.22%)

    82. West Virginia: 230.2 (0.22%)

    83. New Mexico: 230.2 (0.22%)

    84. Butler Bulldogs: 230.2 (0.22%)

    85. Oregon Ducks: 230.2 (0.22%)

    86. Ole Miss Rebels: 262.75 (0.19%)

    87. Maryland Terrapins: 280.2 (0.18%)

    88. South Carolina Gamecocks: 280.2 (0.18%)

    89. Boise State: 280.2 (0.18%)

    90. Marquette: 280.2 (0.18%)

    91. Colorado State: 280.2 (0.18%)

    92. Memphis Tigers: 280.2 (0.18%)

    93. Pittsburgh Panthers: 280.2 (0.18%)

    94. Colorado: 280.2 (0.18%)

    95. Utah Utes: 280.2 (0.18%)

    96. Northwestern Wildcats: 280.2 (0.18%)

    97. Notre Dame: 280.2 (0.18%)

    98. Syracuse Orange: 280.2 (0.18%)

    99. Xavier Musketeers: 280.2 (0.18%)

    100. Mississippi St.: 280.2 (0.18%)

    101. Cincinnati Bearcats: 280.2 (0.18%)

    102. Georgia Tech: 280.2 (0.18%)

    103. DePaul Blue Demons: 280.2 (0.18%)

    104. Providence Friars: 280.2 (0.18%)

    105. Arizona State: 280.2 (0.18%)

    106. Miami (Ohio): 280.2 (0.18%)

    107. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 280.2 (0.18%)

    108. Florida State: 280.2 (0.18%)

    109. California Golden Bears: 325.25 (0.15%)

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