NCAAB · Final

UIC Flames Defeat Northern Iowa Panthers 69-61

Tuesday, January 13, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · McLeod Center

UIC Flames 69, Northern Iowa Panthers 61, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won UIC Flames vs Northern Iowa Panthers?

UIC Flames beat Northern Iowa Panthers 69-61 at McLeod Center on January 13, 2026.

Who was favored in UIC Flames vs Northern Iowa Panthers?

Northern Iowa Panthers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -290 (about 74% implied). The underdog won.

In a surprising turn of events, the UIC Flames triumphed over the Northern Iowa Panthers with a final score of 69-61 at the McLeod Center. This victory marks a significant moment for UIC, as they had previously struggled against Northern Iowa, losing all three of their prior meetings this season and last. The Flames had entered the game with a record of 8-10, while the Panthers stood at 12-6, making this matchup particularly intriguing given the contrasting records and recent forms of both teams.

The Panthers had been experiencing a rough patch, entering the game on a two-game losing streak. Their last ten games yielded a record of 6-4, but their recent performance had seen them score an average of 65.8 points while allowing 63.0. Notably, their home record was 4-2, and they had struggled in their last five games, averaging only 65.8 points. In their last outing on January 10, they fell to the Bradley Braves with a score of 69-75, further highlighting their struggles.

Conversely, the Flames came into this game with a record of 3-7 over their last ten games, but they were riding a two-game winning streak. Their recent form had seen them score an average of 74.2 points while allowing 65.4. They had shown resilience, winning their last two games against the Illinois State Redbirds and Southern Illinois Salukis. UIC's away record was less impressive at 1-4, but their recent victories indicated a potential turnaround.

The matchup was also notable for the betting lines, with DraftKings pricing the Panthers as 6.5-point favorites. The total for the game was set at 128.5, reflecting expectations for a relatively low-scoring affair given both teams' recent scoring averages.

As the game unfolded, the Flames took control, leveraging their momentum from recent victories. Key scoring plays included free throws from Elijah Crawford and Abdul Momoh, which helped extend their lead in the second half. The Panthers struggled to keep pace, unable to capitalize on their home advantage, ultimately falling short.

The conditions at the McLeod Center were typical for a winter evening, with a crowd eager to support the home team. However, the Panthers' inability to convert scoring opportunities proved detrimental. The Flames' defense played a crucial role in limiting Northern Iowa's scoring, particularly in the second half.

Overall, this game serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of college basketball, where records and previous meetings do not always dictate outcomes. The UIC Flames' victory over the Northern Iowa Panthers not only boosts their confidence but also adds a layer of intrigue to the remainder of the season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	UNI -6.5	128.5 o -108 / u -112	UIC Flames +235 · Northern Iowa Panthers -290

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Leaders

PointsTrey Campbell21Northern Iowa Panthers
AssistsTrey Campbell3Northern Iowa Panthers
ReboundsBen Schwieger9Northern Iowa Panthers
PointsAbdul Momoh21UIC Flames
AssistsElijah Crawford9UIC Flames
ReboundsMekhi Lowery6UIC Flames

Recent form

Northern Iowa Panthers

Last 10: 6-4Streak L269 scored · 60.3 allowed per game4-2 at home

L69-75at Bradley BravesJan 10
L65-78vs Belmont BruinsJan 8
W62-48at Evansville Purple AcesJan 4
W75-66vs Indiana State SycamoresJan 2
W58-48vs Valparaiso BeaconsDec 30
L58-63at Saint Mary's GaelsDec 23
W60-54at UIC FlamesDec 17
W75-63vs Oakland Golden GrizzliesDec 13
L69-74vs Wichita State ShockersDec 7
W99-34vs Coe KohawksDec 2

UIC Flames

Last 10: 3-7Streak W271.3 scored · 70.5 allowed per game1-4 away

W63-59at Illinois State RedbirdsJan 10
W70-57vs Southern Illinois SalukisJan 8
L59-66at Valparaiso BeaconsJan 4
L77-81vs Murray State RacersJan 2
W102-64vs Illinois Tech Scarlet HawksDec 29
L76-88at Charlotte 49ersDec 21
L54-60vs Northern Iowa PanthersDec 17
L84-87at Belmont BruinsDec 13
L66-80at Yale BulldogsDec 7
L62-63vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsDec 3

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Belmont	26-6	-	16-4
Bradley	21-13	3	13-7
Illinois State	23-13	4	12-8
Murray State	20-13	4	12-8
UIC	19-16	4	12-8
Northern Iowa	23-13	5	11-9
Valparaiso	18-15	5	11-9
Southern Illinois	16-16	6	10-10
Drake	14-20	10	6-14
Indiana State	11-21	12	4-16
Evansville	7-25	13	3-17

Box score

Stat	UIC Flames	Northern Iowa Panthers
Field goals	28-53	22-56
Field goal %	53	39
Three-pointers	3-14	3-24
Three-point %	21	13
Free throws	10-18	14-16
Free throw %	56	88
Rebounds	29	36
Offensive rebounds	5	12
Defensive rebounds	24	24
Assists	13	11
Steals	6	4
Blocks	2	2
Turnovers	6	11
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	13	3
Fast-break points	6	0
Points in the paint	42	38
Fouls	16	19
Largest lead	9	7
Lead changes	11	11
Time in front	38	44

How the scoring went

2nd Half31-34Mekhi Lowery makes layup
2nd Half31-36Will Hornseth makes layup (Trey Campbell assists)
2nd Half31-38Will Hornseth makes layup
2nd Half34-38Jayce Nathaniel makes 25-foot three point jumper (Elijah Crawford assists)
2nd Half37-38Andy Johnson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Elijah Crawford assists)
2nd Half39-38Mekhi Lowery makes layup (Elijah Crawford assists)
2nd Half39-39Ben Schwieger makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half39-40Ben Schwieger makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half41-40Abdul Momoh makes layup
2nd Half41-42Ben Schwieger makes 5-foot tip in layup
2nd Half41-44Trey Campbell makes layup
2nd Half41-45Trey Campbell makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half43-45Rashund Washington Jr. makes layup
2nd Half45-45Mekhi Lowery makes layup
2nd Half45-47Kyle Pock makes layup (Will Hornseth assists)
2nd Half46-47Mekhi Lowery makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half48-47Ahmad Henderson II makes layup (Sam Silverstein assists)
2nd Half48-49Will Hornseth makes layup (Ben Schwieger assists)
2nd Half50-49Mekhi Lowery makes layup (Ahmad Henderson II assists)
2nd Half52-49Ahmad Henderson II makes layup
2nd Half54-49Mekhi Lowery makes 14-foot jumper (Elijah Crawford assists)
2nd Half54-51Trey Campbell makes 8-foot jumper
2nd Half56-51Elijah Crawford makes 5-foot jumper
2nd Half56-53Leon Bond III makes layup (Ismael Diouf assists)
2nd Half58-53Mekhi Lowery makes 4-foot dunk
2nd Half58-54Trey Campbell makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half61-54Andy Johnson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Mekhi Lowery assists)
2nd Half61-56Trey Campbell makes layup
2nd Half63-56Abdul Momoh makes 10-foot dunk (Elijah Crawford assists)
2nd Half64-56Elijah Crawford makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half65-56Elijah Crawford makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half65-57Trey Campbell makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half65-58Trey Campbell makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half66-58Elijah Crawford makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half67-58Elijah Crawford makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half67-59Max Weisbrod makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half67-60Max Weisbrod makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half67-61Will Hornseth makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half68-61Mekhi Lowery makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half69-61Abdul Momoh makes free throw 1 of 2