Northern Colorado Bears vs Northern Arizona Lumberjacks predictions, Feb 21, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

7 months ago

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As the Northern Colorado Bears prepare to host the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks on February 21, 2026, fans can anticipate a compelling matchup in NCAA College Basketball. The Bears enter this contest with impressive momentum, having won all five of their last matches and showcasing a potent offensive lineup complemented by a disciplined defense. Their form highlights a team that has effectively capitalized on their home-court advantage, making them a formidable opponent.

In contrast, the Lumberjacks have experienced a dip in performance with only two wins from their last five outings. This inconsistency may hinder their ability to keep pace with the Bears, especially when playing away from home. Northern Arizona’s tactical approach will need to focus on exploiting any offensive lapses from the Bears while also tightening their own defensive strategies to contain Northern Colorado’s scoring.

With bookmakers favoring the Bears significantly, reflected in the odds of 1.1 for a home victory compared to 5.59 for an away win, it is clear which team holds the edge. However, in college basketball, surprises can happen, and both teams will be keen to leave their mark in this critical matchup. Given their current trajectories, it should be an intriguing face-off with no guaranteed outcomes.

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Northern Colorado
83.6%

Northern Arizona
16.4%

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Latest Results

14.02.26 Northern Colorado Bears basketball – Portland State Vikings basketball – 77:65
12.02.26 Northern Colorado Bears basketball – Sacramento State Hornets basketball – 95:79
07.02.26 Idaho State Bengals basketball – Northern Colorado Bears basketball – 61:69
05.02.26 Weber State Wildcats basketball – Northern Colorado Bears basketball – 74:88
31.01.26 Northern Colorado Bears basketball – Eastern Washington Eagles basketball – 74:71

14.02.26 Northern Arizona Lumberjacks basketball – Sacramento State Hornets basketball – 79:74
12.02.26 Northern Arizona Lumberjacks basketball – Portland State Vikings basketball – 68:77
07.02.26 Weber State Wildcats basketball – Northern Arizona Lumberjacks basketball – 72:53
05.02.26 Idaho State Bengals basketball – Northern Arizona Lumberjacks basketball – 73:79
31.01.26 Northern Arizona Lumberjacks basketball – Idaho Vandals basketball – 62:79

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Northern Colorado won 4.

Northern Colorado has been on a winning streak and is in great shape (last 5 games: 5 wins).

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

In this match, Northern Colorado is the undisputed favorite.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Northern Colorado won 13 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 1473:1336. (average 73.7:66.8).

Including home matches between the teams, Northern Colorado won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 739:642. (average 73.9:64.2).

Latest Head To Head

24.01.26 Northern Arizona Lumberjacks basketball – Northern Colorado Bears basketball – 81:77
01.03.25 Northern Arizona Lumberjacks basketball – Northern Colorado Bears basketball – 73:83
01.02.25 Northern Colorado Bears basketball – Northern Arizona Lumberjacks basketball – 87:69
04.03.24 Northern Arizona Lumberjacks basketball – Northern Colorado Bears basketball – 74:82
30.12.23 Northern Colorado Bears basketball – Northern Arizona Lumberjacks basketball – 92:77

Standings

NCAA College Basketball Outrights

1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.25 (17.74%)

2. Arizona Wildcats: 6 (12.57%)

3. Duke Blue Devils: 7.5 (10.05%)

4. Houston Cougars: 8 (9.42%)

5. Iowa State: 13 (5.8%)

6. Florida Gators: 14 (5.39%)

7. Illinois Fighting Illini: 14 (5.39%)

8. Connecticut Huskies: 17 (4.44%)

9. Kansas Jayhawks: 21 (3.59%)

10. Purdue Boilermakers: 26 (2.9%)

11. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 41 (1.84%)

12. Michigan State: 51 (1.48%)

13. Arkansas Razorbacks: 51 (1.48%)

14. Tennessee Volunteers: 67 (1.13%)

15. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 67 (1.13%)

16. Louisville: 67 (1.13%)

17. Vanderbilt Commodores: 67 (1.13%)

18. Alabama Crimson Tide: 67 (1.13%)

19. St. Johns Red Storm: 67 (1.13%)

20. Virginia Cavaliers: 81 (0.93%)

21. North Carolina: 101 (0.75%)

22. Wisconsin Badgers: 126 (0.6%)

23. Clemson: 126 (0.6%)

24. Brigham Young: 126 (0.6%)

25. Kentucky Wildcats: 126 (0.6%)

26. Iowa Hawkeyes: 151 (0.5%)

27. St. Louis Billikens: 151 (0.5%)

28. NC State: 151 (0.5%)

29. Texas Tech: 201 (0.38%)

30. UCF Knights: 201 (0.38%)

31. Texas A&M: 201 (0.38%)

32. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.3%)

33. Indiana Hoosiers: 251 (0.3%)

34. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.3%)

35. Auburn Tigers: 251 (0.3%)

36. Miami (FL): 251 (0.3%)

37. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.3%)

38. UCLA: 251 (0.3%)

39. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.21%)

40. Georgia Bulldogs: 351 (0.21%)

41. USC Trojans: 351 (0.21%)

42. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.15%)

43. Baylor Bears: 501 (0.15%)

44. Seton Hall Pirates: 501 (0.15%)

45. New Mexico: 501 (0.15%)

46. San Diego State: 501 (0.15%)

47. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.15%)

48. Missouri Tigers: 751 (0.1%)

49. Santa Clara: 751 (0.1%)

50. Miami (Ohio): 751 (0.1%)

51. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.08%)

52. TCU: 1001 (0.08%)

53. West Virginia: 1001 (0.08%)

54. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.08%)

55. Creighton: 1001 (0.08%)

56. Oklahoma Sooners: 1001 (0.08%)

57. Stanford Cardinal: 1001 (0.08%)

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