Match Analysis: Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Iowa Hawkeyes – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: March 9, 2025
- Time: 4:30 PM UTC
- Location: Pinnacle Bank Arena, Lincoln
Game Overview
The Nebraska Cornhuskers host the Iowa Hawkeyes in a Big Ten matchup. Nebraska has a slight edge in recent form, but both teams have shown inconsistency.
Key Factors to Consider
- Nebraska has a better record at 17-11 compared to Iowa's 15-14. However, Iowa's recent losses have been significant, including a 20-point loss to Illinois.
- Recent head-to-head data is not detailed, but Nebraska's home performance could be crucial.
- Iowa's Owen Freeman is out for the season, while Drew Thelwell and Cooper Koch are questionable. Nebraska's Berke Buyuktuncel is also out.
- Home advantage could play a significant role for Nebraska, given their performance at Pinnacle Bank Arena.
- Both teams are motivated to improve their standings in the Big Ten, but Nebraska's recent losses might add pressure.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | Iowa +230, Nebraska -285 | Nebraska | β β β ββ 65% |
Spread | Iowa +6.5 -102, Nebraska -6.5 -120 | Nebraska | β β β ββ 55% |
Over_under | Over 154.5 -115, Under 154.5 -105 | Over | β β β ββ 60% |
Predicted Outcome
Nebraska is likely to win due to their home advantage and slightly better form.
Predicted Score: Nebraska 82, Iowa 76