The Ball State Cardinals will try to pay off for their supporters and betting fans on Friday when they play host to the Northern Illinois Huskies at Worthen Arena in NCAA basketball odds action.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
College basketball betting odds makers at Sportsbook opened the Ball State Cardinals as -3.5-point favorites in this matchup. Check for the latest spread and over/under total line at sportsbooks such as Sportsbook.
Northern Illinois Huskies vs Ball State Cardinals Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Northern Illinois Huskies will look to cover the spread vs the Ball State Cardinals on Friday, as the Huskies are 13-8 ATS versus the spread this season, while the Cardinals are 9-11 ATS. Northern Illinois is 12-9 against the total, while Ball State is 11-9 versus the total betting line.
The Cardinals - Huskies odds would favor the Cardinals if the lines were set according to our power ranks. Ball State is rated No. 145 in the current Odds Shark poll, while Northern Illinois is at No. 201.
Statistical Matchup
In the paint, the rebound battle will feature Ball State's No. 184-rated squad against Northern Illinois's No. 32-rated roster. And in long-range shooting, Ball State rates No. 46 in the country with 8.46 per game, while their foes tonight, the Northern Illinois Huskies rank No. 130 nationally with 7.04 per match.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
The Huskies grabbed a 71-60 win over the Falcons on Tuesday, behind a 14-point effort from Aaric Armstead at NIU Convocation Center.
Ball State earned a 73-56 victory over Miami (Ohio) on Tuesday, getting 19 points from Franko House at Millett Hall.
Next Betting Matchups
Northern Illinois at Central Michigan, Tuesday, February 23rd
Ball State at Toledo, Tuesday, February 23rd