Northern Illinois Edges Georgia State in Close Contest
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · GSU Convocation Center
Northern Illinois Huskies 75, Georgia State Panthers 74, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Northern Illinois Huskies vs Georgia State Panthers?
Northern Illinois Huskies beat Georgia State Panthers 75-74 at GSU Convocation Center on February 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Northern Illinois Huskies vs Georgia State Panthers?
Georgia State Panthers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -205 (about 67% implied). The underdog won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Northern Illinois Huskies narrowly defeated the Georgia State Panthers with a final score of 75-74 at the GSU Convocation Center on February 7, 2026. This game was particularly noteworthy as it showcased both teams struggling in the latter part of the season, with Georgia State's record now standing at 9-16 and Northern Illinois at 8-14 after the game.
Georgia State entered the game with a 5-5 record in their last ten games, but they were on a three-game losing streak, having lost to the Troy Trojans, South Alabama Jaguars, and Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns in succession. The Panthers had an average of 73.0 points scored and 70.5 points allowed during this stretch, indicating a relatively high-scoring offense but a defense that had been under pressure. At home, their record was 3-2 in their last five games, but they faced challenges in their recent performances.
On the other hand, Northern Illinois had a 3-7 record in their last ten games, with their most recent game resulting in a loss to the Miami (OH) RedHawks. They averaged 68.0 points scored and 73.9 points allowed during this period, reflecting a struggle to keep opponents from scoring while also failing to find consistent offensive rhythm. The Huskies had not won a game away from home in their last five attempts, which added to the significance of their win against Georgia State.
The game unfolded with a series of scoring plays that kept fans on the edge of their seats. In the second half, Dylan Ducommun hit a crucial 10-foot floating jump shot that put Northern Illinois up by four points at 73-69. Micah Tucker then added to the lead with two free throws, extending the score to 75-71. Georgia State fought back, with Tucker making additional free throws, but ultimately fell just short of overcoming the deficit.
In terms of previous meetings, the block does not provide specific historical context, but both teams had been looking to improve their standings in a competitive season. The injury picture and its impact on player performance were not detailed in the block, leaving fans to speculate on the health of key players for both teams.
The betting odds from DraftKings indicated a spread of -4.5 in favor of Georgia State, with a total set at 143.5. The home moneyline was listed at -205.0, while Northern Illinois was priced at 170.0, reflecting the market's expectation of a closer game than the odds suggested.
The conditions at the GSU Convocation Center were conducive to a competitive matchup, with both teams needing a win to improve their season outlooks. Viewers were treated to a game that highlighted the resilience of Northern Illinois, who managed to secure a victory despite their struggles on the road. The final moments of the game showcased the pressure of free throws and the importance of execution in high-stakes situations, making it a memorable encounter for both teams.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | GAST -4.5 | 143.5 o -112 / u -108 | Northern Illinois Huskies +170 · Georgia State Panthers -205 |
Leaders
- PointsJelani Hamilton16Georgia State Panthers
- AssistsMicah Tucker5Georgia State Panthers
- ReboundsChristian Beam13Georgia State Panthers
- PointsMakhai Valentine23Northern Illinois Huskies
- AssistsDylan Ducommun8Northern Illinois Huskies
- ReboundsTaj Walters8Northern Illinois Huskies
Recent form
Georgia State Panthers
Last 10: 5-5Streak L373 scored · 70.5 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L63-74vs Troy TrojansFeb 5
- L67-69at South Alabama JaguarsFeb 1
- L72-82at Louisiana Ragin' CajunsJan 30
- W82-81vs Arkansas State Red WolvesJan 24
- W69-62vs Southern Miss Golden EaglesJan 23
- W77-57at UL Monroe WarhawksJan 17
- W81-73vs Marshall Thundering HerdJan 10
- L50-52vs App State MountaineersJan 9
- W89-71at Coastal Carolina ChanticleersJan 3
- L80-84at Marshall Thundering HerdDec 31
Northern Illinois Huskies
Last 10: 3-7Streak L168 scored · 73.9 allowed per game0-5 away
- L61-85at Miami (OH) RedHawksJan 31
- W85-65vs Western Michigan BroncosJan 28
- L53-58at Ball State CardinalsJan 24
- L77-80at Ohio BobcatsJan 21
- W70-68vs Massachusetts MinutemenJan 17
- L59-77at Eastern Michigan EaglesJan 13
- L61-75vs Toledo RocketsJan 7
- L73-77at Kent State Golden FlashesJan 3
- L67-81vs Buffalo BullsDec 31
- W74-73vs Central Michigan ChippewasDec 20
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wright State | 23-12 | - | 15-5 |
| Robert Morris | 22-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Green Bay | 18-15 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Detroit Mercy | 17-15 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Oakland | 16-16 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Purdue Fort Wayne | 17-15 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Northern Kentucky | 20-14 | 5 | 10-10 |
| Youngstown State | 15-17 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Milwaukee | 12-20 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Cleveland State | 11-22 | 9 | 6-14 |
| IU Indianapolis | 7-25 | 12 | 3-17 |
| Troy | 22-12 | - | 12-6 |
| South Alabama | 21-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Arkansas State | 20-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Texas State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Marshall | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Coastal Carolina | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| App State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| James Madison | 18-15 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Southern Miss | 19-16 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Georgia Southern | 21-16 | 4 | 8-10 |
| Old Dominion | 12-21 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Louisiana | 11-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Georgia State | 10-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| UL Monroe | 4-28 | 11 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Northern Illinois Huskies | Georgia State Panthers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-54 | 23-57 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 40 |
| Three-pointers | 11-23 | 4-20 |
| Three-point % | 48 | 20 |
| Free throws | 16-22 | 24-33 |
| Free throw % | 73 | 73 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 27 |
| Assists | 15 | 14 |
| Steals | 5 | 5 |
| Blocks | 1 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 4 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 0 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 32 |
| Fouls | 23 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 38 | 46 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half45-44Makhai Valentine makes driving layup
- 2nd Half45-46Malachi Brown makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half45-48Jelani Hamilton makes driving layup
- 2nd Half46-48Daemar Kelly makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-48Daemar Kelly makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-50Christian Beam makes 3-foot alley oop dunk (Malachi Brown assists)
- 2nd Half48-50Carlos Coronado makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-50Carlos Coronado makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-52Jelani Hamilton makes driving layup
- 2nd Half49-53Micah Tucker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-54Micah Tucker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-56Christian Beam makes 3-foot dunk (Micah Tucker assists)
- 2nd Half52-56Makhai Valentine makes 23-foot three point jumper (Dylan Ducommun assists)
- 2nd Half55-56Dylan Ducommun makes 24-foot three point jumper (Taj Walters assists)
- 2nd Half55-58Jelani Hamilton makes driving layup
- 2nd Half58-58Makhai Valentine makes 26-foot three point jumper (Dylan Ducommun assists)
- 2nd Half58-61Malachi Brown makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jakai Newton assists)
- 2nd Half60-61Gustav Winther makes layup
- 2nd Half61-61Makhai Valentine makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-61Makhai Valentine makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-62Christian Beam makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-62Gustav Winther makes layup (Gianni Cobb assists)
- 2nd Half64-63Micah Tucker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-64Micah Tucker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-64Gustav Winther makes layup (Dylan Ducommun assists)
- 2nd Half66-65Ayouba Berthe makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-65Taj Walters makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-65Taj Walters makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-67Anthony Enoh makes layup (Micah Tucker assists)
- 2nd Half68-68Micah Tucker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-68Makhai Valentine makes 27-foot three point jumper (Dylan Ducommun assists)
- 2nd Half71-69Christian Beam makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-69Dylan Ducommun makes 10-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half73-70Micah Tucker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-71Micah Tucker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-71Makhai Valentine makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-71Makhai Valentine makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-72Micah Tucker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-73Christian Beam makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-74Christian Beam makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Georgia State Panthers, below favours Northern Illinois Huskies.
Venue
- GSU Convocation CenterAtlanta, GA
- Attendance1589
- OfficialsNick Heater, Bobby Bissant III, Tim Fitzgerald
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