The Northern Colorado Bears (11-10, 1-7 Big Sky) are 3.5-point favorites as they attempt to turn around a five-game losing streak when they host the Idaho Vandals (12-8, 4-3 Big Sky) on Thursday, January 29, 2026 at Bank of Colorado Arena. The contest airs at 9 p.m. ET on ESPN+. The over/under is set at 155.5 in the matchup.
Check out all the Latest NCAA Basketball Betting Previews!
Northern Colorado Cover -3.5 vs Idaho -105
Northern Colorado vs. Idaho betting lines
- Northern Colorado moneyline odds to win: -163
- Idaho moneyline odds to win: +137
- Spread: Northern Colorado (-3.5)
- Total: 155.5
Northern Colorado statistics, trends and more
As the home team
- Northern Colorado has done a better job covering the spread on the road (6-5-0) than it has at home (1-4-0).
- The Bears have eclipsed the total in three of five home games (60%). They’ve done better on the road, going over the total in eight of 11 matchups (72.7%).
- Northern Colorado has performed worse as a moneyline favorite when playing at home, posting a home record of 2-3, compared to going 4-3 in road games.
Recent trends
- On the offensive side of the ball, the Bears have had a hard time putting the ball in the basket over their last 10 games, scoring 78.2 points per contest over that stretch compared to the 83.1 they’ve put up over the course of this season.
- Northern Colorado’s defense has been less stingy lately, as the team has given up 81.5 points per game during its last 10 compared to the 78.0 points per game its opponents average this season.
- The Bears’ past 10 outings have seen them make 9.3 three-pointers per game while shooting 35.2% from beyond the arc. Both numbers are below their 2025-26 averages of 10.3 makes and 37.0%.
Northern Colorado betting records this season
- ATS Record: 8-10-0 (Home: 1-4-0; Away: 6-5-0)
- ATS Record When Favored by 3.5+: 3-7-0 (As Favorite: 5-8-0; As Underdog: 3-2-0)
- O-U-P: 12-6-0 (Home: 3-2-0; Away: 8-3-0)
- Record When Moneyline Favorite: 7-6 (Home: 2-3; Away: 4-3)
- Record When Moneyline Underdog: 1-4 (Home: 0-0; Away: 1-3)
| Field Goal % | Opp. Field Goal % | Rebounds | Opp. Rebounds | Assists | Turnovers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48.8 (34th in nation) | 45.9 (285th) | 33.2 (139th) | 28.6 (54th) | 17.2 (41st) | 11.6 (210th) |
Need to know more about sports betting before you put down a wager on Northern Colorado vs. Idaho? Here’s everything you need to know about how to bet.
Idaho statistics, trends and more
As the away team
- Idaho’s winning percentage against the spread at home is .333 (2-4-0). Away, it is .444 (4-5-0).
- Looking at the over/under, Vandals games have gone over more frequently at home (three of six, 50%) than away (three of nine, 33.3%).
Recent trends
- Over their last 10 games, the Vandals are posting 79.9 points per game, 0.1 fewer points than their season average (80.0).
- Idaho is surrendering 73.6 points per game in its previous 10 games, which is 0.4 more points than it is allowing for the season (73.2).
- Over their previous 10 games, the Vandals are making 9.9 three-pointers per game, 0.7 fewer threes than their season average (10.6). They also own a lower three-point percentage over their previous 10 contests (35.0%) compared to their season average (36.2%).
Idaho betting records this season
- ATS Record: 7-10-0 (Home: 2-4-0; Away: 4-5-0)
- ATS Record When Underdog by 3.5+: 2-2-0 (As Favorite: 4-7-0; As Underdog: 3-3-0)
- O-U-P: 7-10-0 (Home: 3-3-0; Away: 3-6-0)
- Record When Moneyline Favorite: 7-5 (Home: 4-2; Away: 2-2)
- Record When Moneyline Underdog: 2-3 (Home: 0-0; Away: 2-3)
| Field Goal % | Opp. Field Goal % | Rebounds | Opp. Rebounds | Assists | Turnovers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45.1 (191st in nation) | 43.2 (149th) | 33.3 (132nd) | 29.9 (110th) | 13.2 (244th) | 10.8 (133rd) |
BetDecider Team
The BetDecider team brings you the most current sports betting content, with expert insights and tips. Our aim is that you can make an informed betting decision, including best odds and exclusive sportsbook offers, to maximize your betting experience.
