Omaha Mavericks vs North Dakota Fighting Hawks predictions, Jan 08, 2026

NCAA College Basketball, on Thursday,

Omaha

North Dakota Fighting Hawks

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In what promises to be an exciting NCAA college basketball matchup, the Omaha Mavericks will take on the North Dakota Fighting Hawks on January 8, 2026. The Omaha Mavericks, who have won 2 of their last 5 matches, will be looking to capitalize on home-court advantage and extend their recent form. On the other hand, the North Dakota Fighting Hawks have won 3 of their last 5 matches and will be aiming to continue their winning streak on the road.

In terms of bookmakers’ odds, the home team is favored with odds of 1.39, while the away team has odds of 2.85. Our model predicts a 64.8% probability of a home win, leaving a 35.2% chance of an away win. The predicted final score based on these odds is 76:70 in favor of the Omaha Mavericks.

Both teams have shown strengths in different areas, making this matchup a closely contested one. It will be interesting to see how their tactical approaches unfold on the court. With both teams in good form, this game could go either way, making it a must-watch for basketball fans.

This preview is generated with the Welcome.Bet AI Insights Engine, combining form data, betting odds, and semantic SEO optimization to deliver relevant match analysis for fans and bettors alike from 2026-01-07T22:52:02+00:00.

Omaha
67.4%
North Dakota
32.6%

Prediction (the most likely score): 76:70

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 1.42 2.75
MarathonBet 1.39 2.81
WilliamHill 1.4 2.85
Pinnacle 1.37 2.76
Best for US Customers 1.37 3.2

Latest Results

03.01.26 Omaha Mavericks basketball – UMKC Kangaroos basketball – 66:73
01.01.26 South Dakota State Jackrabbits basketball – Omaha Mavericks basketball – 84:69
28.12.25 Oregon Ducks basketball – Omaha Mavericks basketball – 80:57
20.12.25 Lamar Cardinals basketball – Omaha Mavericks basketball – 82:85 OT
06.12.25 Portland State Vikings basketball – Omaha Mavericks basketball – 55:60
03.01.26 North Dakota Fighting Hawks basketball – South Dakota State Jackrabbits basketball – 90:87 OT
01.01.26 North Dakota Fighting Hawks basketball – Oral Roberts Golden Eagles basketball – 72:61
21.12.25 Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – North Dakota Fighting Hawks basketball – 78:55
18.12.25 North Dakota Fighting Hawks basketball – Winthrop Eagles basketball – 90:88
13.12.25 North Dakota Fighting Hawks basketball – Western Illinois Leathernecks basketball – 66:69 OT

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Omaha won 4.
  • Each of the teams is struggling with stability in their game.
  • North Dakota may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Recently, Omaha has had a series of away games.
  • Recently, North Dakota has had a series of home games.
  • In this match, Omaha is seen as the favorite.
  • In the last 16 head-to-head matches, Omaha won 12 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 1284:1234. (average 80.3:77.1).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Omaha won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 722:657. (average 80.2:73).

    Latest Head To Head

    06.02.25 Omaha Mavericks basketball – North Dakota Fighting Hawks basketball – 80:77
    02.01.25 North Dakota Fighting Hawks basketball – Omaha Mavericks basketball – 85:95
    10.03.24 North Dakota Fighting Hawks basketball – Omaha Mavericks basketball – 72:73
    08.02.24 North Dakota Fighting Hawks basketball – Omaha Mavericks basketball – 99:78
    11.01.24 Omaha Mavericks basketball – North Dakota Fighting Hawks basketball – 79:61

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 4 (17.92%)

    2. Arizona Wildcats: 7 (10.24%)

    3. Connecticut Huskies: 10.5 (6.83%)

    4. Iowa State: 12 (5.97%)

    5. Purdue Boilermakers: 13 (5.52%)

    6. Duke Blue Devils: 16 (4.48%)

    7. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 16 (4.48%)

    8. Houston Cougars: 16 (4.48%)

    9. Michigan State: 21 (3.41%)

    10. Illinois Fighting Illini: 26 (2.76%)

    11. Texas Tech: 31 (2.31%)

    12. Florida Gators: 31 (2.31%)

    13. Vanderbilt Commodores: 31 (2.31%)

    14. Brigham Young: 31 (2.31%)

    15. Louisville: 34 (2.11%)

    16. Alabama Crimson Tide: 36 (1.99%)

    17. Kansas Jayhawks: 41 (1.75%)

    18. Tennessee Volunteers: 51 (1.41%)

    19. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 51 (1.41%)

    20. Arkansas Razorbacks: 51 (1.41%)

    21. North Carolina: 51 (1.41%)

    22. Kentucky Wildcats: 61 (1.18%)

    23. Baylor Bears: 101 (0.71%)

    24. Virginia Cavaliers: 101 (0.71%)

    25. Clemson: 126 (0.57%)

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

    27. TCU: 151 (0.47%)

    28. Iowa Hawkeyes: 151 (0.47%)

    29. Auburn Tigers: 151 (0.47%)

    30. UCLA: 151 (0.47%)

    31. Villanova Wildcats: 201 (0.36%)

    32. Indiana Hoosiers: 201 (0.36%)

    33. Missouri Tigers: 201 (0.36%)

    34. Georgia Bulldogs: 201 (0.36%)

    35. NC State: 201 (0.36%)

    36. Virginia Tech: 251 (0.29%)

    37. UCF Knights: 251 (0.29%)

    38. Wisconsin Badgers: 251 (0.29%)

    39. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.29%)

    40. Ohio State Buckeyes: 251 (0.29%)

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

    42. Oklahoma State: 251 (0.29%)

    43. USC Trojans: 351 (0.2%)

    44. Wake Forest: 501 (0.14%)

    45. Butler Bulldogs: 501 (0.14%)

    46. San Diego State: 501 (0.14%)

    47. Creighton: 501 (0.14%)

    48. Texas Longhorns: 501 (0.14%)

    49. Oklahoma Sooners: 501 (0.14%)

    50. Stanford Cardinal: 501 (0.14%)

    51. Texas A&M: 501 (0.14%)

    52. Oregon Ducks: 501 (0.14%)

    53. California Golden Bears: 751 (0.1%)

    54. Boise State: 751 (0.1%)

    55. LSU: 751 (0.1%)

    56. Ole Miss Rebels: 751 (0.1%)

    57. Memphis Tigers: 751 (0.1%)

    58. Kansas State: 751 (0.1%)

    59. Washington Huskies: 751 (0.1%)

    60. West Virginia: 751 (0.1%)

    61. New Mexico: 751 (0.1%)

    62. Cincinnati Bearcats: 751 (0.1%)

    63. Arizona State: 751 (0.1%)

    64. Maryland Terrapins: 1001 (0.07%)

    65. South Carolina Gamecocks: 1001 (0.07%)

    66. Marquette: 1001 (0.07%)

    67. Colorado State: 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. Georgia Tech: 1001 (0.07%)

    77. DePaul Blue Demons: 1001 (0.07%)

    78. Providence Friars: 1001 (0.07%)

    79. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 1001 (0.07%)

    80. Florida State: 1001 (0.07%)

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