Illinois Fighting Illini vs Northwestern Wildcats predictions, Feb 04, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

8 months ago

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In what promises to be an intriguing matchup, the Illinois Fighting Illini basketball team will face off against the Northwestern Wildcats at home on February 4, 2026.

Illinois comes into this game in red-hot form, having won all five of their last matches. Their recent performances have showcased their strong offensive capabilities and solid defensive strategies. On the other hand, Northwestern has won only two of their last five matches, but they have shown resilience and determination in their gameplay.

The bookmakers heavily favor Illinois with odds of 1.06 for the home team and 6.39 for the away side. This indicates the confidence in Illinois’ ability to secure a victory based on their recent form and home advantage.

Tactically, Illinois will look to capitalize on their scoring efficiency and defensive prowess to control the game. Northwestern, on the other hand, will need to bring their A-game and exploit any weaknesses in the Illini’s defense.

In conclusion, while Illinois may have the upper hand in this matchup, basketball is a game of unpredictability, and anything can happen on the court. It will be interesting to see how both teams perform in what could be a competitive and entertaining game.

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Illinois
85.8%

Northwestern
14.2%

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Latest Results

01.02.26 Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – 69:78
29.01.26 Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – Washington Huskies basketball – 75:66
24.01.26 Purdue Boilermakers basketball – Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – 82:88
21.01.26 Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – Maryland Terrapins basketball – 89:70
17.01.26 Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – Minnesota Golden Gophers basketball – 77:67

31.01.26 Northwestern Wildcats basketball – Washington Huskies basketball – 62:76
29.01.26 Northwestern Wildcats basketball – Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – 94:73
24.01.26 UCLA Bruins basketball – Northwestern Wildcats basketball – 71:64
21.01.26 USC Trojans basketball – Northwestern Wildcats basketball – 68:74
17.01.26 Northwestern Wildcats basketball – Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – 58:77

Facts

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

Illinois has shown excellent form with a series of wins in recent matches (last 5 games: 5 wins).

Northwestern has been playing with ups and downs recently (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).

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

In this match, Illinois is the obvious favorite.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Illinois won 14 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 1455:1344. (average 72.8:67.2).

Including home matches between the teams, Illinois won 9 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 687:600. (average 76.3:66.7).

Latest Head To Head

14.01.26 Northwestern Wildcats basketball – Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – 68:79
26.01.25 Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – Northwestern Wildcats basketball – 83:74
06.12.24 Northwestern Wildcats basketball – Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – 70:66 OT
24.01.24 Northwestern Wildcats basketball – Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – 96:91 OT
02.01.24 Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – Northwestern Wildcats basketball – 96:66

Standings

NCAA College Basketball Outrights

1. Arizona Wildcats: 5.15 (9.27%)

2. Michigan Wolverines: 5.69 (8.39%)

3. Michigan Tech: 5.75 (8.3%)

4. Duke Blue Devils: 7.7 (6.2%)

5. Houston Cougars: 12 (3.98%)

6. Connecticut Huskies: 14.4 (3.31%)

7. Illinois Fighting Illini: 15.2 (3.14%)

8. Iowa State: 16.8 (2.84%)

9. Florida Gators: 19 (2.51%)

10. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 20.6 (2.32%)

11. Kansas Jayhawks: 21 (2.27%)

12. Purdue Boilermakers: 22.2 (2.15%)

13. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 28.4 (1.68%)

14. Michigan State: 33.5 (1.42%)

15. Texas Tech: 35 (1.36%)

16. Vanderbilt Commodores: 36 (1.33%)

17. Michigan State Spartans W: 36 (1.33%)

18. Brigham Young: 43 (1.11%)

19. Alabama Crimson Tide: 45 (1.06%)

20. Arkansas State: 50 (0.95%)

21. Arkansas Razorbacks: 57.75 (0.83%)

22. Tennessee Volunteers: 64.2 (0.74%)

23. Louisville: 64.2 (0.74%)

24. St. Johns Sonics: 65 (0.73%)

25. St. Johns Red Storm: 71.5 (0.67%)

26. North Carolina: 76.2 (0.63%)

27. Virginia Cavaliers: 77.4 (0.62%)

28. Kentucky Wildcats: 80.2 (0.6%)

29. VCU Rams: 100 (0.48%)

30. Maryland Terrapins: 100 (0.48%)

31. South Carolina Gamecocks: 100 (0.48%)

32. Boise State: 100 (0.48%)

33. UC Irvine: 100 (0.48%)

34. Marquette: 100 (0.48%)

35. Dayton Flyers: 100 (0.48%)

36. Colorado State: 100 (0.48%)

37. High Point: 100 (0.48%)

38. Wake Forest: 100 (0.48%)

39. Memphis Tigers: 100 (0.48%)

40. Pittsburgh Panthers: 100 (0.48%)

41. Kansas State: 100 (0.48%)

42. Northwestern Wildcats: 100 (0.48%)

43. Notre Dame: 100 (0.48%)

44. Liberty: 100 (0.48%)

45. St. Marys (CA): 100 (0.48%)

46. Mississippi St.: 100 (0.48%)

47. McNeese State: 100 (0.48%)

48. Utah State: 100 (0.48%)

49. Georgia Tech: 100 (0.48%)

50. Oklahoma Sooners: 100 (0.48%)

51. Providence Friars: 100 (0.48%)

52. Santa Clara: 100 (0.48%)

53. Penn State: 100 (0.48%)

54. Yale: 100 (0.48%)

55. Oregon Ducks: 100 (0.48%)

56. Georgetown: 100 (0.48%)

57. Troy: 100 (0.48%)

58. Akron Zips: 100 (0.48%)

59. Saint Marys: 100 (0.48%)

60. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 100 (0.48%)

61. Florida State: 100 (0.48%)

62. Boston College: 100 (0.48%)

63. Saint-Louis: 100 (0.48%)

64. California Maritime: 100 (0.48%)

65. Georgetown Hoyas W: 100 (0.48%)

66. Miami Hurricanes W: 100 (0.48%)

67. Clemson: 105.2 (0.45%)

68. Iowa Hawkeyes: 105.2 (0.45%)

69. St. Louis Billikens: 106.5 (0.45%)

70. Auburn Tigers: 115.2 (0.41%)

71. UCF Knights: 120.2 (0.4%)

72. Wisconsin Badgers: 120.2 (0.4%)

73. UCLA: 120.2 (0.4%)

74. Georgia Bulldogs: 120.2 (0.4%)

75. NC State: 120.2 (0.4%)

76. Villanova Wildcats: 130.2 (0.37%)

77. SMU Mustangs: 130.2 (0.37%)

78. Texas Longhorns: 130.2 (0.37%)

79. Texas A&M: 130.2 (0.37%)

80. Miami (FL): 137.75 (0.35%)

81. Baylor Bears: 150.2 (0.32%)

82. Indiana Hoosiers: 150.2 (0.32%)

83. Ohio State Buckeyes: 150.2 (0.32%)

84. USC Trojans: 150.2 (0.32%)

85. Virginia Tech: 180.2 (0.26%)

86. TCU: 180.2 (0.26%)

87. Seton Hall Pirates: 180.2 (0.26%)

88. New Mexico: 180.2 (0.26%)

89. San Diego State: 180.2 (0.26%)

90. Stanford Cardinal: 180.2 (0.26%)

91. West Virginia: 230.2 (0.21%)

92. Butler Bulldogs: 230.2 (0.21%)

93. Missouri Tigers: 230.2 (0.21%)

94. LSU: 280.2 (0.17%)

95. Washington Huskies: 280.2 (0.17%)

96. Colorado: 280.2 (0.17%)

97. Utah Utes: 280.2 (0.17%)

98. Syracuse Orange: 280.2 (0.17%)

99. Xavier Musketeers: 280.2 (0.17%)

100. Creighton: 280.2 (0.17%)

101. Cincinnati Bearcats: 280.2 (0.17%)

102. DePaul Blue Demons: 280.2 (0.17%)

103. Oklahoma State: 280.2 (0.17%)

104. Arizona State: 280.2 (0.17%)

105. Miami (Ohio): 280.2 (0.17%)

106. California Golden Bears: 325.25 (0.15%)

107. Ole Miss Rebels: 325.25 (0.15%)

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