Kennesaw State Owls vs Western Kentucky Hilltoppers predictions, Jan 28, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

8 months ago

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In an eagerly anticipated NCAA College Basketball matchup, the Kennesaw State Owls will host the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers on January 28, 2026. Both teams have shown promising form in their recent games, with the Owls winning 3 of their last 5 matches, while the Hilltoppers secured victory in 2 of their last 5 outings.

The bookmakers have slightly favored the home team, with odds of 1.49 for a Kennesaw State win compared to 2.38 for an away victory for Western Kentucky. Our model prediction also leans towards the Owls, giving them a 59.7% chance of coming out on top.

Tactically, the Owls will look to capitalize on their recent momentum and home-court advantage to secure a crucial win. On the other hand, the Hilltoppers will aim to overcome their slightly lower odds and showcase their abilities on the court.

With both teams showing potential and determination, this matchup promises to be an intriguing battle between two evenly matched opponents. It could go either way, making it a must-watch for basketball fans.

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Kennesaw State
61.5%

Western Kentucky
38.5%

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Betting Odds

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	1.49		2.38

Latest Results

23.01.26 Louisiana Tech Bulldogs basketball – Kennesaw State Owls basketball – 82:76
21.01.26 Sam Houston State Bearkats basketball – Kennesaw State Owls basketball – 93:87
17.01.26 Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – Kennesaw State Owls basketball – 65:81
14.01.26 Kennesaw State Owls basketball – Florida International Golden Panthers basketball – 89:86
10.01.26 Kennesaw State Owls basketball – Jacksonville State Gamecocks basketball – 88:82

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
14.01.26 Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – Missouri State Bears basketball – 87:72
10.01.26 UTEP Miners basketball – Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – 56:68

Facts

Each of the teams is struggling with stability in their game.

Kennesaw State could have a small edge in this match.

We predict that Kennesaw State will win today’s game, with odds of 1.49.

In the last 3 head-to-head matches, Kennesaw State won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 226:219. (average 75.3:73).

Including home match between the teams, Kennesaw State won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 76:69.

Latest Head To Head

17.01.26 Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – Kennesaw State Owls basketball – 65:81
06.02.25 Kennesaw State Owls basketball – Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – 76:69
11.01.25 Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – Kennesaw State Owls basketball – 85:69

Standings

NCAA College Basketball Outrights

1. Arizona Wildcats: 4.75 (15.3%)

2. Michigan Wolverines: 5.5 (13.21%)

3. Duke Blue Devils: 11 (6.61%)

4. Connecticut Huskies: 12 (6.06%)

5. Houston Cougars: 12 (6.06%)

6. Purdue Boilermakers: 15 (4.84%)

7. Iowa State: 17 (4.27%)

8. Florida Gators: 19 (3.82%)

9. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 19 (3.82%)

10. Illinois Fighting Illini: 21 (3.46%)

11. Texas Tech: 26 (2.8%)

12. Michigan State: 31 (2.34%)

13. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 31 (2.34%)

14. Brigham Young: 31 (2.34%)

15. Kansas Jayhawks: 31 (2.34%)

16. Vanderbilt Commodores: 36 (2.02%)

17. Alabama Crimson Tide: 41 (1.77%)

18. Virginia Cavaliers: 51 (1.42%)

19. Louisville: 61 (1.19%)

20. Arkansas Razorbacks: 61 (1.19%)

21. Tennessee Volunteers: 81 (0.9%)

22. North Carolina: 81 (0.9%)

23. St. Johns Red Storm: 91 (0.8%)

24. Kentucky Wildcats: 101 (0.72%)

25. Clemson: 126 (0.58%)

26. Iowa Hawkeyes: 126 (0.58%)

27. Auburn Tigers: 176 (0.41%)

28. Wisconsin Badgers: 201 (0.36%)

29. SMU Mustangs: 201 (0.36%)

30. UCLA: 201 (0.36%)

31. Georgia Bulldogs: 201 (0.36%)

32. St. Louis Billikens: 201 (0.36%)

33. NC State: 201 (0.36%)

34. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.29%)

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

36. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.29%)

37. Texas A&M: 251 (0.29%)

38. Baylor Bears: 351 (0.21%)

39. Indiana Hoosiers: 351 (0.21%)

40. UCF Knights: 351 (0.21%)

41. Seton Hall Pirates: 351 (0.21%)

42. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.21%)

43. San Diego State: 351 (0.21%)

44. Missouri Tigers: 351 (0.21%)

45. USC Trojans: 351 (0.21%)

46. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.15%)

47. TCU: 501 (0.15%)

48. Creighton: 501 (0.15%)

49. Oklahoma Sooners: 501 (0.15%)

50. Stanford Cardinal: 501 (0.15%)

51. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.15%)

52. LSU: 751 (0.1%)

53. Ole Miss Rebels: 751 (0.1%)

54. West Virginia: 751 (0.1%)

55. New Mexico: 751 (0.1%)

56. Butler Bulldogs: 751 (0.1%)

57. Oregon Ducks: 751 (0.1%)

58. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

59. Maryland Terrapins: 1001 (0.07%)

60. South Carolina Gamecocks: 1001 (0.07%)

61. Marquette: 1001 (0.07%)

62. Memphis Tigers: 1001 (0.07%)

63. Pittsburgh Panthers: 1001 (0.07%)

64. Washington Huskies: 1001 (0.07%)

65. Colorado: 1001 (0.07%)

66. Utah Utes: 1001 (0.07%)

67. Northwestern Wildcats: 1001 (0.07%)

68. Notre Dame: 1001 (0.07%)

69. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.07%)

70. Xavier Musketeers: 1001 (0.07%)

71. Mississippi St.: 1001 (0.07%)

72. Cincinnati Bearcats: 1001 (0.07%)

73. DePaul Blue Demons: 1001 (0.07%)

74. Providence Friars: 1001 (0.07%)

75. Arizona State: 1001 (0.07%)

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

77. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 1001 (0.07%)

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