Western Michigan vs. Northern Illinois Prediction: Western Michigan Predicted to Win College Basketball Matchup [3/1/2025]

Northern Illinois will square off with the favored Western Michigan in college basketball action at NIU Convocation Center on Saturday, beginning at 4:30PM ET.

Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven college basketball model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects Western Michigan as the most likely winner of today's game.

Check the latest March Madness bracket projections and 2025 NCAA Championship probabilities.

"Our team has used the latest data to run 10,000 simulations of Saturday's Western Michigan-Northern Illinois game," said Dimers' Chief Content Officer, Nick Slade.

"By incorporating recent updates and various other inputs, we estimate that Western Michigan is more likely to win, while Northern Illinois has a lower chance of victory."

For further insights into Saturday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks, visit our interactive Western Michigan vs. Northern Illinois predictions page.

READER EXCLUSIVE: Use code 20BASKETBALL at checkout now to get 20% off your first month of Dimers Pro! Hurry, this offer won't last long.

Western Michigan vs. Northern Illinois Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread?

Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NCAA basketball matchup between Western Michigan and Northern Illinois 10,000 times as part of our college basketball predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model currently gives Western Michigan a 66% chance of defeating Northern Illinois. Our predicted final score has Western Michigan winning 75-71.

According to our model, Northern Illinois (+5.5) has a 56% chance of covering the spread, while the 148.5-point over/under has a 53% chance of staying under.

Western Michigan vs. Northern Illinois Odds

We have sourced the best College Basketball odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Western Michigan	Northern Illinois
Spread	-5.5 (-105)	+5.5 (-115)
Moneyline	-218	+210
Total	o148.5 (-110)	u148.5 (-106)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Make the most of your sports betting experience by exploring our comprehensive list of US betting apps, and the latest sportsbooks in 2025, ensuring you never miss a top new-user deal.

Western Michigan vs. Northern Illinois Picks and Best Bets

Our model's biggest edge in today's Western Michigan vs. Northern Illinois matchup is on the total.

Our expert predictions, matched against the current odds, reveal the best college basketball picks for every game throughout the season.

Unlimited access to our full suite of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.

Western Michigan vs. Northern Illinois Game-Day Updates and Essential Details

Saturday's college basketball action between Northern Illinois and Western Michigan at NIU Convocation Center is scheduled to commence at 4:30PM ET.

• Who: Western Michigan vs. Northern Illinois
• Date: Saturday, March 1, 2025
• Time: 4:30PM ET/1:30PM PT
• Venue: NIU Convocation Center

Dimers.com's in-depth preview of Saturday's Western Michigan vs. Northern Illinois matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.

Before making any Western Michigan vs. Northern Illinois picks, be sure to check out the latest college basketball predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.

Sports Betting Deals Available for Saturday

To make the most of Saturday's mammoth day of sports, headlined by Warriors-Sixers NBA action on ABC, check out details on the latest Bet365 bonus code "DIMERS" that unlocks the choice of two exceptional signup promos.

Plus, find out all the details on the BetMGM bonus code "DIMERS150" which is now available in AZ, CO, DC, MA, MD, MI, NC, NJ, PA, VA, and WV. Don't miss out!

Conclusion

We predict Western Michigan, with a 66% win probability, will likely beat Northern Illinois on Saturday.

AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Western Michigan vs. Northern Illinois insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.

Note: Clicking links to our partners may earn us a referral fee. Learn about how we review products and services.

More on College Basketball

Keep up with the latest college basketball news, college basketball best bets and CBB parlay picks throughout the season. Plus, our March Madness odds provide the latest probabilities for every March Madness contender.