Northern Kentucky Norse vs Youngstown State Penguins predictions, Jan 04, 2026

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In an exciting NCAA College Basketball matchup, the Northern Kentucky Norse basketball team will face off against the Youngstown State Penguins on January 4, 2026.

Both teams have had mixed results in their recent form, with the Norse winning 3 of their last 5 matches, while the Penguins have won 2 out of their last 5 games.

The bookmakers have favored the Northern Kentucky Norse with odds of 1.56 for a home win, compared to 2.22 for an away win for the Youngstown State Penguins. Our model predicts a 61.9% probability of a home win, leaving a 38.1% chance for an away victory.

Tactically, both teams have shown strengths in different areas, with the Norse excelling in defense and the Penguins showcasing offensive prowess. It will be interesting to see how these contrasting styles play out on the court.

Overall, this matchup promises to be a closely contested game with both teams having the potential to come out on top. Fans can expect a thrilling encounter as these two teams battle it out for victory.

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Northern Kentucky 59.5%

Youngstown State 40.5%

Prediction (the most likely score): 75:71

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	1.59		2.4
	1.56		2.22

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01.01.26 Youngstown State Penguins basketball – Oakland Golden Grizzlies basketball – 83:85 29.12.25 Youngstown State Penguins basketball – Detroit Mercy Titans basketball – 68:73 20.12.25 Youngstown State Penguins basketball – USC Upstate Spartans basketball – 74:65 17.12.25 Robert Morris Colonials basketball – Youngstown State Penguins basketball – 80:77 OT 06.12.25 IUPUI Jaguars basketball – Youngstown State Penguins basketball – 55:78

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Northern Kentucky won 3.

Both teams have been playing unpredictably.

Northern Kentucky may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

Northern Kentucky could have a small edge in this match.

We predict that Northern Kentucky will win today’s game, with odds of 1.58.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Northern Kentucky won 15 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 1486:1407. (average 74.3:70.4).

Including home matches between the teams, Northern Kentucky won 10 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 859:750. (average 78.1:68.2).

Latest Head To Head

01.03.25 Northern Kentucky Norse basketball – Youngstown State Penguins basketball – 88:79 08.01.25 Youngstown State Penguins basketball – Northern Kentucky Norse basketball – 72:61 28.01.24 Youngstown State Penguins basketball – Northern Kentucky Norse basketball – 82:52 04.01.24 Northern Kentucky Norse basketball – Youngstown State Penguins basketball – 79:76 06.03.23 Youngstown State Penguins basketball – Northern Kentucky Norse basketball – 63:75

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