Toledo Rockets Defeat Northern Illinois Huskies 75-61
Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · NIU Convocation Center
Toledo Rockets 75, Northern Illinois Huskies 61, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Toledo Rockets vs Northern Illinois Huskies?
Toledo Rockets beat Northern Illinois Huskies 75-61 at NIU Convocation Center on January 6, 2026.
Who was favored in Toledo Rockets vs Northern Illinois Huskies?
Toledo Rockets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -355 (about 78% implied). The favorite won.
The Toledo Rockets secured a solid victory over the Northern Illinois Huskies, winning 75-61 at the NIU Convocation Center. This matchup was notable as Toledo extended its winning streak to four games while Northern Illinois continued to struggle, marking their third consecutive loss. The Rockets improved their record to 10-6, while the Huskies fell to 5-11.
Toledo entered the game with a strong recent form, boasting a record of 6-4 in their last ten games and averaging 83.9 points scored while allowing 77.4 points. Their last five games showed an even more impressive scoring average of 80.2 points. In contrast, Northern Illinois had a record of 3-6-1 in their last ten games, with an average of 65.9 points scored and 69.9 points allowed. This discrepancy in offensive output was evident throughout the game.
At home, Northern Illinois had a record of 2-2, while their away performance was notably weaker at 1-4. Toledo, on the other hand, had a balanced home record of 4-1 and an away record of 2-3, showcasing their ability to perform well regardless of venue.
In their previous meeting during the 2025 season, Toledo had also come out on top, winning 89-85 at home. This trend of dominance continued in this matchup, with Toledo demonstrating their offensive prowess and defensive capabilities.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the impact of player availability can often be crucial in games at this level. The market had priced Toledo as 7.5-point favorites according to DraftKings, reflecting their stronger record and recent form. The total for the game was set at 161.5, indicating expectations for a relatively high-scoring affair.
The conditions during the game were not specified, but typically indoor basketball games are played under controlled environments, minimizing the impact of external factors.
Key moments in the game included several scoring plays in the second half that helped Toledo maintain their lead. Notably, Sonny Wilson made multiple layups, contributing significantly to Toledo's scoring efforts. Dylan Ducommun also showcased his shooting ability with a 24-foot three-point jumper, further extending the Rockets' lead. Northern Illinois struggled to keep pace, only managing to score 61 points against a more efficient Toledo offense.
Overall, the game highlighted the contrasting trajectories of the two teams, with Toledo continuing to build momentum as they push for a stronger season while Northern Illinois seeks to find answers to their recent struggles.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TOL -7.5 | 161.5 o -108 / u -112 | Toledo Rockets -355 · Northern Illinois Huskies +280 |
Leaders
- PointsDylan Ducommun17Northern Illinois Huskies
- AssistsGianni Cobb3Northern Illinois Huskies
- ReboundsTaj Walters13Northern Illinois Huskies
- PointsKyler Vanderjagt18Toledo Rockets
- AssistsSonny Wilson5Toledo Rockets
- ReboundsAustin Parks5Toledo Rockets
Recent form
Northern Illinois Huskies
Last 10: 3-6-1Streak L265.9 scored · 69.9 allowed per game2-2 at home
- L73-77at Kent State Golden FlashesJan 3
- L67-81vs Buffalo BullsDec 31
- W74-73vs Central Michigan ChippewasDec 20
- W112-64vs East West PhantomsDec 17
- L79-85at Elon PhoenixDec 13
- L55-84at Bradley BravesDec 7
- L64-99vs Lindenwood LionsDec 3
- D0-0vs Bellarmine KnightsNov 29
- L59-77at Austin Peay GovernorsNov 26
- W76-59at Loyola Chicago RamblersNov 22
Toledo Rockets
Last 10: 6-4Streak W383.9 scored · 77.4 allowed per game2-3 away
- W78-75at Central Michigan ChippewasJan 3
- W84-79vs Western Michigan BroncosDec 30
- W100-67vs Lourdes Gray WolvesDec 20
- L69-92at Michigan State SpartansDec 16
- L70-75at Robert Morris ColonialsDec 13
- L97-98at Oakland Golden GrizzliesDec 6
- W102-58vs Central State MaraudersDec 1
- L72-87vs Belmont BruinsNov 26
- W75-68at Troy TrojansNov 24
- W92-75vs Youngstown State PenguinsNov 20
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami (OH) | 32-2 | - | 18-0 |
| Akron | 29-6 | 1 | 17-1 |
| Kent State | 24-10 | 4 | 14-4 |
| Toledo | 19-15 | 7 | 11-7 |
| Bowling Green | 18-14 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Ohio | 15-17 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Buffalo | 17-15 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Massachusetts | 17-16 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Ball State | 12-19 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Central Michigan | 10-21 | 12 | 6-12 |
| Western Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Eastern Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Northern Illinois | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
| 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 |
Box score
| Stat | Toledo Rockets | Northern Illinois Huskies |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-58 | 22-56 |
| Field goal % | 50 | 39 |
| Three-pointers | 5-12 | 10-29 |
| Three-point % | 42 | 34 |
| Free throws | 12-19 | 7-11 |
| Free throw % | 63 | 64 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 25 |
| Assists | 15 | 13 |
| Steals | 12 | 7 |
| Blocks | 4 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 21 |
| Team turnovers | 3 | 3 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 26 | 6 |
| Fast-break points | 20 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 40 | 24 |
| Fouls | 14 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 20 | 1 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 94 | 4 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half39-25Kyler Vanderjagt makes layup
- 2nd Half40-25Kyler Vanderjagt makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half41-25Austin Parks makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-27Hassan Washington makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half43-27Austin Parks makes layup (Leroy Blyden Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half43-30Carlos Coronado makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jao Ituka assists)
- 2nd Half44-30Leroy Blyden Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-30Leroy Blyden Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-32Gustav Winther makes layup (Makhai Valentine assists)
- 2nd Half47-32Leroy Blyden Jr. makes 4-foot dunk
- 2nd Half47-34Gustav Winther makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half50-34Mynor Strong makes 24-foot three point jumper (Sonny Wilson assists)
- 2nd Half50-37Makhai Valentine makes 25-foot three point jumper (Gianni Cobb assists)
- 2nd Half53-37Sonny Wilson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Leroy Blyden Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half54-37Kyler Vanderjagt makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-37Kyler Vanderjagt makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-37Sean Craig makes 14-foot jumper (Sonny Wilson assists)
- 2nd Half57-40Dylan Ducommun makes 27-foot three point jumper (Gustav Winther assists)
- 2nd Half57-43Dylan Ducommun makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half59-43Jaylan Ouwinga makes layup (Leroy Blyden Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half59-45Taj Walters makes 2-foot dunk (Dylan Ducommun assists)
- 2nd Half59-46Taj Walters makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half59-47Dylan Ducommun makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-47Kyler Vanderjagt makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half61-50Dylan Ducommun makes 27-foot three point jumper (Hassan Washington assists)
- 2nd Half62-50Leroy Blyden Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-50Leroy Blyden Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-52Gianni Cobb makes layup
- 2nd Half64-52Kyler Vanderjagt makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-54Dylan Ducommun makes layup (Hassan Washington assists)
- 2nd Half65-54Sonny Wilson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-54Sonny Wilson makes layup (Austin Parks assists)
- 2nd Half69-54Sonny Wilson makes layup
- 2nd Half69-57Dylan Ducommun makes 24-foot three point jumper (Hassan Washington assists)
- 2nd Half71-57Austin Parks makes layup
- 2nd Half73-57Sonny Wilson makes layup
- 2nd Half73-59Dylan Ducommun makes layup
- 2nd Half75-59Kyler Vanderjagt makes layup (Sonny Wilson assists)
- 2nd Half75-60Carlos Coronado makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-61Carlos Coronado makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Northern Illinois Huskies, below favours Toledo Rockets.
Venue
- NIU Convocation CenterDekalb, IL
- Attendance864
- OfficialsKevin Brill, Tim Comer, Anthony Burris
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