Northern Illinois Huskies vs Ball State Cardinals predictions, Feb 28, 2026

Feb 28, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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As the Northern Illinois Huskies prepare to host the Ball State Cardinals on February 28, 2026, both teams are entering the matchup struggling to find their rhythm, each with only one victory in their last five games. The Huskies will aim to leverage their home-court advantage, although their recent form suggests difficulties in asserting control on offense, which may impact their ability to secure a win.

The Cardinals, while equally challenged in recent matchups, have shown flashes of tactical cohesion that could pose challenges for the Huskies. With odds slightly favoring Ball State at 1.86 compared to Northern Illinois at 1.8, bookmakers reflect the narrow margin between the two teams, indicating a closely contested game ahead.

Both squads will need to capitalize on defensive rotations and exploit any lapses from their opponents to turn the tide. The model prediction suggests a 46.4% chance of a Huskies win against a 53.6% probability favoring the Cardinals, highlighting the uncertainty surrounding the outcome. As with any college basketball contest, expect an intense battle where both teams will vie desperately for momentum, leaving the result in the balance until the final whistle.

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Northern Illinois
50.8%		 Ball State
49.2%

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Betting Odds

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Pinnacle 1.80 1.86

Latest Results

24.02.26 Toledo Rockets basketball – Northern Illinois Huskies basketball – 79:69
21.02.26 Northern Illinois Huskies basketball – Ohio Bobcats basketball – 66:74
17.02.26 Buffalo Bulls basketball – Northern Illinois Huskies basketball – 70:72
14.02.26 Central Michigan Chippewas basketball – Northern Illinois Huskies basketball – 88:46
11.02.26 Northern Illinois Huskies basketball – Bowling Green Falcons basketball – 52:68		 24.02.26 Ball State Cardinals basketball – Massachusetts Minutemen basketball – 74:73 OT
20.02.26 Ball State Cardinals basketball – Akron Zips basketball – 65:78
17.02.26 Ohio Bobcats basketball – Ball State Cardinals basketball – 69:57
14.02.26 Ball State Cardinals basketball – Kent State Golden Flashes basketball – 68:75
11.02.26 Ball State Cardinals basketball – Buffalo Bulls basketball – 53:63

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Northern Illinois won 1.
  • Both teams are struggling and far from their best.
  • Northern Illinois may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Recently, Ball State has had a series of home games.
  • In this match, both teams have almost equal chances to win.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Northern Illinois won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 15 matches, and goals 1367:1473. (average 68.4:73.7).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Northern Illinois won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 688:738. (average 68.8:73.8).

    Latest Head To Head

    24.01.26 Ball State Cardinals basketball – Northern Illinois Huskies basketball – 58:53
    15.02.25 Ball State Cardinals basketball – Northern Illinois Huskies basketball – 89:83 OT
    25.01.25 Northern Illinois Huskies basketball – Ball State Cardinals basketball – 76:66
    20.02.24 Northern Illinois Huskies basketball – Ball State Cardinals basketball – 63:70
    27.01.24 Ball State Cardinals basketball – Northern Illinois Huskies basketball – 81:71

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.75 (15.45%)

    2. Duke Blue Devils: 5 (14.68%)

    3. Arizona Wildcats: 5.25 (13.98%)

    4. Houston Cougars: 10.5 (6.99%)

    5. Florida Gators: 11 (6.67%)

    6. Illinois Fighting Illini: 14 (5.24%)

    7. Connecticut Huskies: 14 (5.24%)

    8. Iowa State: 15 (4.89%)

    9. Kansas Jayhawks: 31 (2.37%)

    10. Purdue Boilermakers: 31 (2.37%)

    11. Michigan State: 41 (1.79%)

    12. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 41 (1.79%)

    13. Arkansas Razorbacks: 51 (1.44%)

    14. Tennessee Volunteers: 67 (1.1%)

    15. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 67 (1.1%)

    16. Virginia Cavaliers: 67 (1.1%)

    17. Louisville: 67 (1.1%)

    18. Vanderbilt Commodores: 67 (1.1%)

    19. Alabama Crimson Tide: 67 (1.1%)

    20. St. Johns Red Storm: 81 (0.91%)

    21. North Carolina: 81 (0.91%)

    22. Wisconsin Badgers: 126 (0.58%)

    23. Clemson: 126 (0.58%)

    24. Brigham Young: 126 (0.58%)

    25. Kentucky Wildcats: 126 (0.58%)

    26. Texas Tech: 151 (0.49%)

    27. Iowa Hawkeyes: 151 (0.49%)

    28. St. Louis Billikens: 151 (0.49%)

    29. NC State: 151 (0.49%)

    30. UCF Knights: 201 (0.37%)

    31. Texas A&M: 201 (0.37%)

    32. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.29%)

    33. Indiana Hoosiers: 251 (0.29%)

    34. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.29%)

    35. Auburn Tigers: 251 (0.29%)

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

    37. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.29%)

    38. UCLA: 251 (0.29%)

    39. Georgia Bulldogs: 351 (0.21%)

    40. Ohio State Buckeyes: 501 (0.15%)

    41. New Mexico: 501 (0.15%)

    42. San Diego State: 501 (0.15%)

    43. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.15%)

    44. USC Trojans: 501 (0.15%)

    45. Missouri Tigers: 751 (0.1%)

    46. Santa Clara: 751 (0.1%)

    47. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

    48. Virginia Tech: 1001 (0.07%)

    49. TCU: 1001 (0.07%)

    50. Baylor Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

    51. Seton Hall Pirates: 1001 (0.07%)

    52. West Virginia: 1001 (0.07%)

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

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