Eastern Michigan vs Northern Illinois Prediction, Odds & Best Bets Today – NCAAB, Feb. 22

(AP Photo)
  • Eastern Michigan is a -3.5 point favorite vs Northern Illinois
  • Total (Over/Under): 145.5 points
  • Eastern Michigan / Northern Illinois TV channel: ESPN+

The Eastern Michigan Eagles visit NIU Convocation Center to take on the Northern Illinois Huskies on Feb. 22. Tip off is scheduled for 4:30pm EST in DeKalb, IL, USA.

Eastern Michigan is the betting favorite in this game, with the spread sitting at -3.5 (-110).

The Eastern Michigan vs. Northern Illinois Over/Under is 145.5 total points.

Bet now on Northern Illinois vs Eastern Michigan & all college basketball games with BetMGM

Eastern Michigan vs. Northern Illinois Odds, Spread, Over/Under

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Eastern Michigan-3.5 -110O 145.5 -110-185
Northern Illinois +3.5 -110U 145.5 -110+150

Eastern Michigan vs Northern Illinois Prediction for Today:

The winning team model predicts Eastern Michigan will win this college basketball game with 79.9% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, key player performances and recent matchups.

Eastern Michigan vs Northern Illinois Spread Prediction:

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the spread model predicts Eastern Michigan will cover the spread with 58.9% confidence for today’s game.


Bet now on Northern Illinois vs Eastern Michigan and all games with BetMGM


  • Eastern Michigan has hit the Moneyline in 14 of their last 30 games (+17.90 Units / 49% ROI)
  • Eastern Michigan has hit the Team Total Over in 18 of their last 30 games (+4.00 Units / 11% ROI)
  • Eastern Michigan has hit the Game Total Under in 9 of their last 16 away games (+1.30 Units / 7% ROI)
  • Eastern Michigan have covered the Spread in 8 of their last 16 away games (+0.30 Units / 2% ROI)
  • Northern Illinois has hit the Game Total Under in 10 of their last 11 games at home (+8.90 Units / 74% ROI)
  • Northern Illinois has hit the 1H Game Total Under in 9 of their last 11 games at home (+6.75 Units / 53% ROI)
  • Northern Illinois has hit the Team Total Under in 7 of their last 11 games at home (+2.52 Units / 20% ROI)

Eastern Michigan Basketball Against the Spread Record (ATS)

Eastern Michigan has a 11-13 record against the spread this college basketball season (-3.3 Units / -12.07% ROI).

  • 11-14 when betting on the Moneyline for +2.5 Units / 7.99% ROI
  • 15-10 when betting the Over for +4 Units / 14.55% ROI
  • 10-15 when betting the Under for -6.5 Units / -23.64% ROI

Northern Illinois Basketball Against the Spread Record (ATS)

Northern Illinois has a 11-12 record against the spread this college basketball season (-2.2 Units / -8.7% ROI).

  • 2-21 when betting on the Moneyline for -17.85 Units / -76.12% ROI
  • 9-14 when betting the Over for -6.45 Units / -25.44% ROI
  • 14-9 when betting the Under for +4.1 Units / 16.24% ROI

Eastern Michigan Offensive Stats & Trends:

Eastern Michigan made 5.7 three-pointers per game last season — lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 7.3

Eastern Michigan averaged 10.2 assists per game (306 assists/30 games) last season — tied for 7th lowest among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 13.4

Eastern Michigan averaged 65.7 points per game (1,972 points/30 games) last season — 14th lowest among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 73.6

Eastern Michigan averaged 25% free throw attempts for every field goal attempt (438 free throw attempts/1,766 field goal attempts) last season — lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 32%

Northern Illinois Offensive Stats & Trends:

Northern Illinois is shooting 41% (639/1,552) this season — lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 45%

Northern Illinois has averaged 7.4 offensive rebounds per game (193 rebounds/26 games) this season — lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 10.3

Northern Illinois had an assist to turnover ratio of 0.9 (312 assists/ 366 TOs) last season — tied for lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 1.1

Northern Illinois has a TS% of 46% this season — 3rd lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 48%

Eastern Michigan Defensive Stats & Trends:

Eastern Michigan has averaged 22.5 defensive rebounds per game (584 rebounds/26 games) this season — lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 25.0

Eastern Michigan has averaged 22.5 defensive rebounds per game (1,259 rebounds/56 games) since the start of the 2023-24 season — lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 24.4

Eastern Michigan averaged 22.5 defensive rebounds per game (675 rebounds/30 games) last season — lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 23.9

Eastern Michigan averaged 5.8 steals per game (175 steals/30 games) last season — 5th lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 6.1

Northern Illinois Defensive Stats & Trends:

Northern Illinois averaged 5.2 steals per game (157 steals/30 games) last season — lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 6.1

Northern Illinois has averaged 25.7 defensive rebounds per game (667 rebounds/26 games) this season — 5th best among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 25.0

Northern Illinois averaged 5.2 steals per game (157 steals/30 games) last season — tied for 30th lowest among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 6.7

Northern Illinois has averaged 6.2 steals per game (161 steals/26 games) this season — 3rd lowest among Mid-American Teams; League Avg: 6.9


Bet now on Northern Illinois vs Eastern Michigan and all games with BetMGM


More College Basketball Betting at

BetMGM is the best online sportsbook for college basketball betting throughout the year. From futures like national championship odds and conference championship odds to weekly team betting like Purdue basketball odds, Michigan basketball odds, or Indiana basketball odds, there’s entertainment for everyone. If you don’t have an account, check your eligibility for a sportsbook welcome offer or BetMGM Refer A Friend bonus.

First Bet Offer BetMGM State Promo Pages $1,500
About the Author

BetMGM Betting

Read More @BETMGM

Our BetMGM betting authors are experts who focus on individual game matchups & player prop bets with an emphasis on betting odds, lines & predictions.

Our BetMGM betting authors are experts who focus on individual game matchups & player prop bets with an emphasis on betting odds, lines & predictions.