The Northern Iowa Panthers (12-7, 4-4 MVC) will attempt to end a four-game losing streak when they hit the road to play the Illinois State Redbirds (13-6, 5-3 MVC) on January 21, 2026 at CEFCU Arena.
In its most recent game, Illinois State beat Bradley on Saturday, 88-62. Boden Skunberg scored a team-high 23 points (and added one assist and four rebounds). Northern Iowa lost its previous game to Valparaiso, 54-44, on Saturday. Ben Schwieger was its top scorer with 10 points.
When is Illinois State vs. Northern Iowa and when does it start?
This contest between the Redbirds and Panthers will take place on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. Expect to see the opening tip at 9 p.m. ET.
Where to Watch Illinois State vs. Northern Iowa
The Redbirds and Panthers will hit the hardwood at CEFCU Arena for this matchup on Jan. 21, and if you’d like to catch the event live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
What channel is the game on?
You can catch this game live on ESPNU (>Watch on Fubo).
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Illinois State Redbirds vs. Northern Iowa Panthers Game Preview
Illinois State Stats, Odds & Insights
Illinois State’s +232 scoring differential (outscoring opponents by 12.2 points per game) is a result of scoring 79.3 points per game (125th in college basketball) while allowing 67.1 per contest (35th in college basketball).
The Redbirds are averaging 79.3 points, 19.6 more than the Panthers allow.
Illinois State makes 2.0 more threes per contest than the opposition, 8.6 (120th in college basketball) compared to its opponents’ 6.6.
The Redbirds are putting up 83.6 points per game when playing at home. Away from home, they are averaging 76.3 points per contest.
Illinois State has seen a downturn in scoring lately, putting up 78.6 points per game in its last 10 outings, 0.7 points fewer than the 79.3 it has scored this season.
Northern Iowa Stats, Odds & Insights
Northern Iowa outscores opponents by 8.1 points per game (posting 67.8 points per game, 335th in college basketball, and giving up 59.7 per outing, first in college basketball) and has a +153 scoring differential.
The Panthers’ 67.8 points per game are only 0.7 more than the Redbirds concede.
Northern Iowa knocks down 7.8 three-pointers per game (186th in college basketball), 2.3 more than its opponents. It shoots 33.7% from beyond the arc (206th in college basketball), and its opponents are shooting 25.6%.
At home, the Panthers score 72.1 points per game. On the road, they score 60.5.
Northern Iowa has performed worse offensively over its previous 10 games, posting 62.7 points per contest, 5.1 fewer points its than season average of 67.8.
Redbirds Key Players to Watch
Redbirds Leaders Name GP PTS REB ASST STL BLK 3PM Chase Walker 18 14.2 5.8 2.3 0.9 0.4 0.1 Johnny Kinziger 19 11.8 2.7 2.9 1.3 0.1 1.4 Ty’Reek Coleman 18 10.7 1.8 1.9 0.7 0.1 1.3 Boden Skunberg 19 10.5 4.5 1.2 0.8 0.1 1.7 Ty Pence 19 9.9 4.6 1.6 0.4 0.4 0.7Panthers Key Players to Watch
Panthers Leaders Name GP PTS REB ASST STL BLK 3PM Trey Campbell 19 13.3 3.3 3.7 1.9 0.2 1.8 Leon Bond III 19 11.6 5.8 1.8 0.7 0.9 1.4 Tristan Smith 15 9.9 5.3 1.9 0.9 0.9 0.1 Ben Schwieger 19 9.6 4.9 1.9 1.1 0.7 0.8 Will Hornseth 18 8.9 4.3 1.6 0.5 0.4 0.2And for more CBB game previews, NCAA basketball picks or even how to bet on college basketball check out the latest NCAAB lines on Betsperts.
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