Match Analysis: UIC Flames vs Valparaiso Beacons – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: March 7, 2025
- Time: 2:30 AM UTC
- Location: Credit Union 1 Arena, Chicago, Illinois
Game Overview
The UIC Flames host the Valparaiso Beacons in an MVC matchup. UIC is favored, reflecting their stronger recent performance and home advantage.
Key Factors to Consider
- UIC averages 77.4 points per game, while Valparaiso averages about 76.5 points per game. UIC has a slight edge in scoring differential and rebounding.
- UIC has won five of the last seven head-to-head meetings, indicating a historical advantage.
- No significant injury reports are available for either team.
- Home-court advantage could play a significant role for UIC, as they score more points at home.
- Both teams are motivated, but UIC may have more to gain from a win given their current standing.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | UIC: -172, Valparaiso: 142 | UIC | ★★★★☆ 74% |
Spread | UIC: -3.5 -115, Valparaiso: 3.5 -105 | UIC | ★★★☆☆ 58% |
Over_under | Over: 152.5 -106, Under: 152.5 -114 | Under | ★★★☆☆ 52% |
Predicted Outcome
UIC is likely to win, given their historical advantage and home-court edge.
Predicted Score: UIC 75, Valparaiso 70