
Northwestern vs Indiana Prediction 1/22/25 College Basketball Picks Today
Indiana (14-5) vs. Northwestern (11-7)
January 22, 2025 7:00 pm EDT
The Line: Northwestern -5.5; Over/Under: 140.5
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In this article, we will formulate a Northwestern vs Indiana prediction for this College Basketball game on Wednesday, January 22nd at Welsh-Ryan Arena in Evanston, Illinois. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Northwestern Wildcats Betting Preview
The Northwestern Wildcats are 11-7 (2-5) this year after they lost to Michigan in overtime by a score of 80-76 in their last game. Northwestern led 35-30 at halftime, but they couldn’t hold onto the lead and lost in overtime. The Wildcats shot 39.7% from the field, 31.8% on three-pointers, and 74.2% on free throws in the game. Brooks Barnhizer led Northwestern with 21 points and eight rebounds, while Nick Martinelli added 20 points and six rebounds in the loss.
Prior to that game, the Wildcats defeated Maryland by a score of 76-74 but did lose to Michigan State by a score of 78-68 before that. Northwestern has lost four of their last five games and they are near the bottom of the Big Ten standings. Northwestern has scored 73.9 points per game and they have allowed 68.1 points per game, while also averaging 35 rebounds and 14.4 assists per game this season. Nick Martinelli is averaging 20.0 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game, while Brooks Barnhizer is averaging 18.4 points, 9.3 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game. Northwestern is shooting 44.2% from the field, 72.7% on free throws, and 31.5% on three-pointers this season. Northwestern will take on Illinois, Rutgers, Wisconsin, and USC after this game.
Indiana Hoosiers Betting Preview
The Indiana Hoosiers are 14-5 (5-3) this season after they defeated Ohio State in overtime by a score of 77-76 in their last game. Indiana trailed 35-29 at halftime, but they scored 42 points in the second half before getting the win in overtime. The Hoosiers shot 42.2% from the field, 30% on three-pointers, and 73.9% on free throws in the game. Luke Goode led Indiana with 23 points and three rebounds, while Oumar Ballo added 21 points and 15 rebounds in the win.
Prior to that win, the Hoosiers lost to Illinois by a score of 94-69 and Iowa by a score of 85-60. Indiana has won six of their last eight games and they are currently tied for fourth in the Big Ten with Wisconsin and Illinois. Indiana has scored 77.5 points per game and they have allowed 72.5 points per game, while also averaging 38.6 rebounds and 16.4 assists per game this season. Oumar Ballo is averaging 14.5 points, 10.3 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game, while Malik Reneau (questionable) is averaging 14.1 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game this year. Indiana is shooting 46.5% from the field, 72.6% on free throws, and 31.4% on three-pointers this season.
Why Northwestern will beat Indiana
- Northwestern has won each of its last 15 night games at Welsh-Ryan Arena.
- Indiana has lost each of its last five night games at Welsh-Ryan Arena.
- Northwestern has won the first half in 18 of its last 19 games at Welsh-Ryan Arena against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Indiana’s last nine games against Conference opponents has produced a total of 145+ points.
- Each of Northwestern’s last four home games has produced a total of 145+ points.
Northwestern vs Indiana Prediction
Northwestern comes into this matchup after back-to-back overtime games and they have lost four of their last five. The Wildcats had many chances to get the win against Michigan in their last game, but couldn’t find a way to get it done. Northwestern is shooting just 44.2% from the field, but they do play their best basketball at home. Indiana picked up a great road win against Ohio State in their last game and they have a chance to get Reneau back from injury here. The Hoosiers are scoring over 77 points per game this year, but they have allowed 94 and 85 points in their last two losses. It is tough to know if Reneau is going to play, but I will be cautious and assume he is out again. Take Northwestern at home.