Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Iowa Hawkeyes predictions, Jan 06, 2026

Jan 05, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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In an exciting matchup in the NCAA College Basketball, the Minnesota Golden Gophers are set to host the Iowa Hawkeyes on January 6, 2026. Both teams have been in solid form recently, with the Golden Gophers and Hawkeyes each winning 4 of their last 5 matches.

The Minnesota Golden Gophers have shown resilience and determination on the court, particularly in their defensive efforts, which have been key to their recent successes. Meanwhile, the Iowa Hawkeyes have showcased their offensive prowess, with their ability to score points and capitalize on fast breaks proving to be a significant advantage.

In terms of betting odds, the bookmakers have the Iowa Hawkeyes as the favorites with odds of 1.34, while the home team, Minnesota Golden Gophers, have odds of 2.88. Our model prediction leans towards an away win, with a probability of 70.8%, leaving a 29.2% chance for a home victory.

With both teams performing well and displaying different strengths, this game promises to be an exciting and closely contested encounter.

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Minnesota
31.8%		 Iowa
68.2%

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Pinnacle 2.88 1.34

Latest Results

03.01.26 Northwestern Wildcats basketball – Minnesota Golden Gophers basketball – 78:84
29.12.25 Minnesota Golden Gophers basketball – Fairleigh Dickinson Knights basketball – 60:43
21.12.25 Minnesota Golden Gophers basketball – Campbell Fighting Camels basketball – 78:50
14.12.25 Minnesota Golden Gophers basketball – Texas Southern Tigers basketball – 89:53
10.12.25 Purdue Boilermakers basketball – Minnesota Golden Gophers basketball – 85:57		 03.01.26 Iowa Hawkeyes basketball – UCLA Bruins basketball – 74:61
29.12.25 Iowa Hawkeyes basketball – UMass Lowell River Hawks basketball – 90:62
20.12.25 Iowa Hawkeyes basketball – Bucknell Bison basketball – 94:39
14.12.25 Iowa Hawkeyes basketball – Western Michigan Broncos basketball – 91:51
11.12.25 Iowa State Cyclones basketball – Iowa Hawkeyes basketball – 66:62

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Minnesota won 1.
  • At the moment, both teams are looking strong and ready to play.
  • Recently, Iowa has had a series of home games.
  • In this match, Iowa is a strong favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Minnesota won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 14 matches, and goals 1441:1516. (average 72.1:75.8).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Minnesota won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 885:883. (average 80.5:80.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    21.01.25 Iowa Hawkeyes basketball – Minnesota Golden Gophers basketball – 67:72
    11.02.24 Iowa Hawkeyes basketball – Minnesota Golden Gophers basketball – 90:85
    15.01.24 Minnesota Golden Gophers basketball – Iowa Hawkeyes basketball – 77:86
    12.02.23 Minnesota Golden Gophers basketball – Iowa Hawkeyes basketball – 56:68
    06.02.22 Iowa Hawkeyes basketball – Minnesota Golden Gophers basketball – 71:59

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.75 (9.03%)

    2. Michigan Tech: 4.75 (9.03%)

    3. Arizona Wildcats: 9 (4.77%)

    4. Connecticut Huskies: 11 (3.9%)

    5. Duke Blue Devils: 12 (3.57%)

    6. Iowa State: 13 (3.3%)

    7. Purdue Boilermakers: 13 (3.3%)

    8. Houston Cougars: 13 (3.3%)

    9. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 15 (2.86%)

    10. Michigan State: 26 (1.65%)

    11. Florida Gators: 26 (1.65%)

    12. Illinois Fighting Illini: 26 (1.65%)

    13. Michigan State Spartans W: 26 (1.65%)

    14. Vanderbilt Commodores: 29 (1.48%)

    15. Brigham Young: 29 (1.48%)

    16. Kansas Jayhawks: 29 (1.48%)

    17. Louisville: 31 (1.38%)

    18. Kentucky Wildcats: 34 (1.26%)

    19. Tennessee Volunteers: 36 (1.19%)

    20. Alabama Crimson Tide: 36 (1.19%)

    21. North Carolina: 36 (1.19%)

    22. Arkansas Razorbacks: 41 (1.05%)

    23. Arkansas State: 41 (1.05%)

    24. Texas Tech: 46 (0.93%)

    25. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 50 (0.86%)

    26. St. Johns Red Storm: 50 (0.86%)

    27. St. Johns Sonics: 50 (0.86%)

    28. Virginia Cavaliers: 80 (0.54%)

    29. UCLA: 80 (0.54%)

    30. VCU Rams: 100 (0.43%)

    31. California Golden Bears: 100 (0.43%)

    32. Maryland Terrapins: 100 (0.43%)

    33. South Carolina Gamecocks: 100 (0.43%)

    34. Virginia Tech: 100 (0.43%)

    35. Boise State: 100 (0.43%)

    36. UC Irvine: 100 (0.43%)

    37. Marquette: 100 (0.43%)

    38. Villanova Wildcats: 100 (0.43%)

    39. LSU: 100 (0.43%)

    40. Ole Miss Rebels: 100 (0.43%)

    41. TCU: 100 (0.43%)

    42. Dayton Flyers: 100 (0.43%)

    43. Baylor Bears: 100 (0.43%)

    44. Indiana Hoosiers: 100 (0.43%)

    45. Colorado State: 100 (0.43%)

    46. High Point: 100 (0.43%)

    47. UCF Knights: 100 (0.43%)

    48. Wake Forest: 100 (0.43%)

    49. Wisconsin Badgers: 100 (0.43%)

    50. Memphis Tigers: 100 (0.43%)

    51. Pittsburgh Panthers: 100 (0.43%)

    52. Kansas State: 100 (0.43%)

    53. Clemson: 100 (0.43%)

    54. Iowa Hawkeyes: 100 (0.43%)

    55. Washington Huskies: 100 (0.43%)

    56. Colorado: 100 (0.43%)

    57. Utah Utes: 100 (0.43%)

    58. Northwestern Wildcats: 100 (0.43%)

    59. Seton Hall Pirates: 100 (0.43%)

    60. West Virginia: 100 (0.43%)

    61. SMU Mustangs: 100 (0.43%)

    62. Ohio State Buckeyes: 100 (0.43%)

    63. Notre Dame: 100 (0.43%)

    64. Syracuse Orange: 100 (0.43%)

    65. New Mexico: 100 (0.43%)

    66. Auburn Tigers: 100 (0.43%)

    67. Butler Bulldogs: 100 (0.43%)

    68. UC San Diego: 100 (0.43%)

    69. San Diego State: 100 (0.43%)

    70. George Mason: 100 (0.43%)

    71. Xavier Musketeers: 100 (0.43%)

    72. St. Marys (CA): 100 (0.43%)

    73. Mississippi St.: 100 (0.43%)

    74. Missouri Tigers: 100 (0.43%)

    75. McNeese State: 100 (0.43%)

    76. Utah State: 100 (0.43%)

    77. Creighton: 100 (0.43%)

    78. Miami (FL): 100 (0.43%)

    79. Texas Longhorns: 100 (0.43%)

    80. Cincinnati Bearcats: 100 (0.43%)

    81. Georgia Tech: 100 (0.43%)

    82. Oklahoma Sooners: 100 (0.43%)

    83. DePaul Blue Demons: 100 (0.43%)

    84. Stanford Cardinal: 100 (0.43%)

    85. Providence Friars: 100 (0.43%)

    86. Oklahoma State: 100 (0.43%)

    87. Georgia Bulldogs: 100 (0.43%)

    88. Arizona State: 100 (0.43%)

    89. Texas A&M: 100 (0.43%)

    90. Penn State: 100 (0.43%)

    91. Yale: 100 (0.43%)

    92. Oregon Ducks: 100 (0.43%)

    93. Georgetown: 100 (0.43%)

    94. USC Trojans: 100 (0.43%)

    95. Troy: 100 (0.43%)

    96. Akron Zips: 100 (0.43%)

    97. NC State: 100 (0.43%)

    98. Saint Marys: 100 (0.43%)

    99. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 100 (0.43%)

    100. Florida State: 100 (0.43%)

    101. Boston College: 100 (0.43%)

    102. California Maritime: 100 (0.43%)

    103. Grand Canyon: 100 (0.43%)

    104. Georgetown Hoyas W: 100 (0.43%)

    105. Miami Hurricanes W: 100 (0.43%)

    106. UC San Diego Tritons W: 100 (0.43%)

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