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Ohio Bobcats vs Northern Illinois Huskies predictions, Jan 20, 2026

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In this upcoming NCAA college basketball clash, the Ohio Bobcats will face off against the Northern Illinois Huskies at the Ohio Bobcats basketball arena on January 20, 2026.

The Ohio Bobcats come into this game with a relatively strong recent form, winning three of their last five matches. They seem to be in good shape and will be looking to capitalize on their home advantage. On the other hand, the Northern Illinois Huskies have been struggling recently, only managing to secure one victory in their last five games. Their form may raise some concerns as they head into this matchup.

Bookmakers have favored the Ohio Bobcats as the home team, with odds of 1.1 compared to the Northern Illinois Huskies’ odds of 5.26. This indicates that the Bobcats are the clear favorites to win this game. Based on the odds, the predicted final score expects a relatively high-scoring game, with the Bobcats coming out on top 81-69.

Overall, this matchup promises to be an exciting one, with the Ohio Bobcats looking to continue their winning momentum and the Northern Illinois Huskies seeking to turn around their recent struggles. It will be interesting to see how both teams perform on the day.

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Ohio
84.3%
Northern Illinois
15.7%

Prediction (the most likely score): 81:69

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
1.11 5.75
1.11 6.4
1.1 5.26
1.12 6.5

Latest Results

16.01.26 Ball State Cardinals basketball – Ohio Bobcats basketball – 76:71
13.01.26 Toledo Rockets basketball – Ohio Bobcats basketball – 101:85
10.01.26 Ohio Bobcats basketball – Buffalo Bulls basketball – 91:80
06.01.26 Ohio Bobcats basketball – Massachusetts Minutemen basketball – 86:83
03.01.26 Eastern Michigan Eagles basketball – Ohio Bobcats basketball – 67:68
17.01.26 Northern Illinois Huskies basketball – Massachusetts Minutemen basketball – 70:68
13.01.26 Eastern Michigan Eagles basketball – Northern Illinois Huskies basketball – 77:59
06.01.26 Northern Illinois Huskies basketball – Toledo Rockets basketball – 61:75
03.01.26 Kent State Golden Flashes basketball – Northern Illinois Huskies basketball – 77:73
31.12.25 Northern Illinois Huskies basketball – Buffalo Bulls basketball – 67:81

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Ohio won 5.
  • In recent matches, Ohio has shown inconsistent form (last 5 games: 3 wins).
  • Northern Illinois has been struggling lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • Ohio may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • In this match, Ohio is the undeniable favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Ohio won 12 matches, drew 1 match, lost 7 matches, and goals 1387:1280. (average 69.4:64).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Ohio won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 776:680. (average 77.6:68).

    Latest Head To Head

    11.01.25 Ohio Bobcats basketball – Northern Illinois Huskies basketball – 108:70
    24.02.24 Northern Illinois Huskies basketball – Ohio Bobcats basketball – 59:80
    06.01.24 Ohio Bobcats basketball – Northern Illinois Huskies basketball – 78:66
    21.02.23 Ohio Bobcats basketball – Northern Illinois Huskies basketball – 77:68
    07.02.23 Northern Illinois Huskies basketball – Ohio Bobcats basketball – 76:82

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 5 (14.46%)

    2. Arizona Wildcats: 5.5 (13.15%)

    3. Purdue Boilermakers: 10 (7.23%)

    4. Connecticut Huskies: 11 (6.57%)

    5. Houston Cougars: 12 (6.03%)

    6. Duke Blue Devils: 13 (5.56%)

    7. Iowa State: 15 (4.82%)

    8. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 16 (4.52%)

    9. Florida Gators: 19 (3.81%)

    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: 81 (0.89%)

    21. North Carolina: 81 (0.89%)

    22. Tennessee Volunteers: 101 (0.72%)

    23. Kentucky Wildcats: 101 (0.72%)

    24. Clemson: 126 (0.57%)

    25. St. Johns Red Storm: 126 (0.57%)

    26. Baylor Bears: 151 (0.48%)

    27. Iowa Hawkeyes: 151 (0.48%)

    28. Georgia Bulldogs: 176 (0.41%)

    29. Indiana Hoosiers: 201 (0.36%)

    30. Wisconsin Badgers: 201 (0.36%)

    31. SMU Mustangs: 201 (0.36%)

    32. Auburn Tigers: 201 (0.36%)

    33. NC State: 201 (0.36%)

    34. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.29%)

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

    36. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.29%)

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

    38. UCF Knights: 351 (0.21%)

    39. Seton Hall Pirates: 351 (0.21%)

    40. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.21%)

    41. San Diego State: 351 (0.21%)

    42. Missouri Tigers: 351 (0.21%)

    43. UCLA: 351 (0.21%)

    44. USC Trojans: 351 (0.21%)

    45. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.14%)

    46. TCU: 501 (0.14%)

    47. Creighton: 501 (0.14%)

    48. Oklahoma Sooners: 501 (0.14%)

    49. Stanford Cardinal: 501 (0.14%)

    50. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.14%)

    51. St. Louis Billikens: 501 (0.14%)

    52. LSU: 751 (0.1%)

    53. Ole Miss Rebels: 751 (0.1%)

    54. Wake Forest: 751 (0.1%)

    55. Kansas State: 751 (0.1%)

    56. Washington Huskies: 751 (0.1%)

    57. West Virginia: 751 (0.1%)

    58. New Mexico: 751 (0.1%)

    59. Butler Bulldogs: 751 (0.1%)

    60. Oregon Ducks: 751 (0.1%)

    61. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

    62. Maryland Terrapins: 1001 (0.07%)

    63. South Carolina Gamecocks: 1001 (0.07%)

    64. Boise State: 1001 (0.07%)

    65. Marquette: 1001 (0.07%)

    66. Colorado State: 1001 (0.07%)

    67. Memphis Tigers: 1001 (0.07%)

    68. Pittsburgh Panthers: 1001 (0.07%)

    69. Colorado: 1001 (0.07%)

    70. Utah Utes: 1001 (0.07%)

    71. Northwestern Wildcats: 1001 (0.07%)

    72. Notre Dame: 1001 (0.07%)

    73. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.07%)

    74. Xavier Musketeers: 1001 (0.07%)

    75. Mississippi St.: 1001 (0.07%)

    76. Cincinnati Bearcats: 1001 (0.07%)

    77. Georgia Tech: 1001 (0.07%)

    78. DePaul Blue Demons: 1001 (0.07%)

    79. Providence Friars: 1001 (0.07%)

    80. Arizona State: 1001 (0.07%)

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

    82. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 1001 (0.07%)

    83. Florida State: 1001 (0.07%)

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