Drake Favored to Defeat Northern Iowa in High-Stakes Basketball Showdown

DES MOINES, Iowa — Drake University is heavily favored to defeat Northern Iowa in a highly anticipated college basketball matchup at the Knapp Center on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. ET. The game features two of the Midwest Valley Conference’s top-10 scorers, Drake’s Stirtz and Northern Iowa’s Anderson, adding extra intrigue to the contest.

According to Dimers‘ advanced predictive model, Drake has an 80% chance of winning, while Northern Iowa trails with a 20% probability. The model, which simulated the game 10,000 times, predicts a final score of 68-60 in favor of Drake. “Our team has simulated the outcome of Wednesday’s Northern Iowa-Drake game extensively,” said Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer at Dimers. “With the latest updates and numerous variables, we estimate Drake’s chance of winning at 80%.”

The betting odds reflect the model’s projections, with Drake favored at -7.5 points and a moneyline of -320. Northern Iowa, meanwhile, is listed at +7.5 points and a moneyline of +260. The over/under for the game is set at 122.5 points, with a 56% chance of going over.

Drake’s strong performance this season has been bolstered by Stirtz’s scoring prowess, while Northern Iowa’s Anderson has been a consistent offensive threat. The matchup is expected to draw significant attention from basketball fans and bettors alike.

For those looking to place bets, Dimers recommends checking their interactive predictions page for detailed analysis, including the predicted score and best bets. A special offer is also available for new users: code 20BASKETBALL provides a 20% discount on the first month of subscription services.

As the game approaches, both teams are preparing for what promises to be a competitive and high-stakes encounter. Fans can follow the action live at the Knapp Center or through streaming platforms.