Northern Iowa Panthers vs Murray State Racers predictions, Jan 24, 2026

Jan 24, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

NCAA College Basketball, on Saturday,

Northern Iowa Panthers

Murray State Racers

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In an upcoming NCAA College Basketball matchup, the Northern Iowa Panthers will face off against the Murray State Racers at home. The Panthers have had a tough run recently, failing to secure a win in their last five matches. Conversely, the Racers have been in top form, winning four out of their last five games.

The odds from bookmakers slightly favor the Panthers with a 1.86 to 1.8 advantage over the Racers. However, our model prediction gives a slight edge to the Racers with a 46.6% probability of an away win compared to the Panthers’ 53.4% likelihood of a home victory.

Both teams will need to bring their A-game to this matchup. The Panthers will be looking to turn their recent form around and secure a much-needed win on their home court. On the other hand, the Racers will be aiming to continue their winning streak and maintain their momentum. It promises to be a closely contested game with potential for an upset.

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Northern Iowa
49.2%		 Murray State
50.8%

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Betting Odds

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Pinnacle 1.86 1.80

Latest Results

21.01.26 Illinois State Redbirds basketball – Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – 59:54
17.01.26 Valparaiso Beacons basketball – Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – 54:44
13.01.26 Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – 61:69
10.01.26 Bradley Braves basketball – Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – 75:69
07.01.26 Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – Belmont Bruins basketball – 65:78		 21.01.26 Drake Bulldogs basketball – Murray State Racers basketball – 101:90
17.01.26 Murray State Racers basketball – Indiana State Sycamores basketball – 85:81
10.01.26 Murray State Racers basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 92:79
07.01.26 Evansville Purple Aces basketball – Murray State Racers basketball – 69:79
04.01.26 Murray State Racers basketball – Bradley Braves basketball – 86:66

Facts

  • Northern Iowa is on a losing streak (last 5 games: 0 wins).
  • Murray State is currently in excellent shape (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).
  • Murray State may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • The probability of winning is almost the same for both teams in this match.
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Northern Iowa won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 330:336. (average 66:67.2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Northern Iowa won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 186:209. (average 62:69.7).

    Latest Head To Head

    17.02.25 Murray State Racers basketball – Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – 67:74
    08.01.25 Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – Murray State Racers basketball – 68:71
    03.02.24 Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – Murray State Racers basketball – 43:71
    14.01.24 Murray State Racers basketball – Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – 60:70
    10.01.23 Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – Murray State Racers basketball – 75:67

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 5 (14.46%)

    2. Arizona Wildcats: 5.5 (13.14%)

    3. Connecticut Huskies: 10 (7.23%)

    4. Duke Blue Devils: 12 (6.02%)

    5. Houston Cougars: 12 (6.02%)

    6. Purdue Boilermakers: 13 (5.56%)

    7. Iowa State: 15 (4.82%)

    8. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 16 (4.52%)

    9. Florida Gators: 19 (3.8%)

    10. Illinois Fighting Illini: 23 (3.14%)

    11. Vanderbilt Commodores: 31 (2.33%)

    12. Brigham Young: 31 (2.33%)

    13. Kansas Jayhawks: 31 (2.33%)

    14. Michigan State: 36 (2.01%)

    15. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 36 (2.01%)

    16. Texas Tech: 41 (1.76%)

    17. Virginia Cavaliers: 51 (1.42%)

    18. Louisville: 51 (1.42%)

    19. Alabama Crimson Tide: 51 (1.42%)

    20. Arkansas Razorbacks: 61 (1.18%)

    21. North Carolina: 81 (0.89%)

    22. St. Johns Red Storm: 91 (0.79%)

    23. Tennessee Volunteers: 101 (0.72%)

    24. Kentucky Wildcats: 101 (0.72%)

    25. Clemson: 126 (0.57%)

    26. Iowa Hawkeyes: 126 (0.57%)

    27. Georgia Bulldogs: 176 (0.41%)

    28. Indiana Hoosiers: 201 (0.36%)

    29. Wisconsin Badgers: 201 (0.36%)

    30. SMU Mustangs: 201 (0.36%)

    31. UCLA: 201 (0.36%)

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

    33. NC State: 201 (0.36%)

    34. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.29%)

    35. Baylor Bears: 251 (0.29%)

    36. Auburn Tigers: 251 (0.29%)

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

    38. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.29%)

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

    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 (0.14%)

    47. TCU: 501 (0.14%)

    48. Creighton: 501 (0.14%)

    49. Oklahoma Sooners: 501 (0.14%)

    50. Stanford Cardinal: 501 (0.14%)

    51. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.14%)

    52. LSU: 751 (0.1%)

    53. Ole Miss Rebels: 751 (0.1%)

    54. Kansas State: 751 (0.1%)

    55. West Virginia: 751 (0.1%)

    56. New Mexico: 751 (0.1%)

    57. Butler Bulldogs: 751 (0.1%)

    58. Oregon Ducks: 751 (0.1%)

    59. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

    60. Maryland Terrapins: 1001 (0.07%)

    61. South Carolina Gamecocks: 1001 (0.07%)

    62. Marquette: 1001 (0.07%)

    63. Colorado State: 1001 (0.07%)

    64. Wake Forest: 1001 (0.07%)

    65. Memphis Tigers: 1001 (0.07%)

    66. Pittsburgh Panthers: 1001 (0.07%)

    67. Washington Huskies: 1001 (0.07%)

    68. Colorado: 1001 (0.07%)

    69. Utah Utes: 1001 (0.07%)

    70. Northwestern Wildcats: 1001 (0.07%)

    71. Notre Dame: 1001 (0.07%)

    72. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.07%)

    73. Xavier Musketeers: 1001 (0.07%)

    74. Mississippi St.: 1001 (0.07%)

    75. Cincinnati Bearcats: 1001 (0.07%)

    76. Georgia Tech: 1001 (0.07%)

    77. DePaul Blue Demons: 1001 (0.07%)

    78. Providence Friars: 1001 (0.07%)

    79. Arizona State: 1001 (0.07%)

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

    81. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 1001 (0.07%)

    82. Florida State: 1001 (0.07%)

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