North Dakota Fighting Hawks vs Western Illinois Leathernecks 1-23-23 NCAA Basketball Prediction, Picks and Odds

North Dakota Fighting Hawks vs Western Illinois Leathernecks 1/23/23 – On Monday night, the North Dakota Fighting Hawks will attempt to end a seven-game losing streak on the road when they take on Western Illinois Leathernecks. As 13.5-point underdogs, the Fighting Hawks are coming off an 84-72 defeat to Oral Roberts. As 1.5-point favorites, the Leathernecks are coming off a win of 60-56 over St. Thomas (MN). Leathernecks is the favorable team and will win as per college basketball betting site.

North Dakota Fighting Hawks vs Western Illinois Leathernecks 

Date & Time: Monday, January 23, 2023 at 7:00 PM ET

Location: Western Hall

North Dakota Fighting Hawks vs Western Illinois Leathernecks Betting Odds

North Dakota

Moneyline: +245

Spread: +6.5 (-105)

Total: 140.5 over (-105)

Western Illinois

Moneyline: -265

Spread: -6.5 (-105)

Total: 140.5 under (-105)

North Dakota Fighting Hawks vs Western Illinois Leathernecks Analysis

In their final game, the North Dakota Fighting Hawks lost to the Golden Eagles after their win in Kansas City. They will attempt to rebound from their loss by beating the Leathernecks. This will be their second win in three games. North Dakota averages 65.6 points per match. They scored 72 points last night, scoring 38.8 percent of field goals and 28.9% of three-pointers. North Dakota has been unable to defend well, giving up 72.5 points per game. They were held to 84 points by North Dakota in their last game. If they are to win, they will need to perform better.

The Leathernecks are performing well and have a winning streak of two games. The Leathernecks will attempt to maintain the momentum by beating the Fighting Hawks. This will be their third consecutive win. Western Illinois averages 70.8 points per contest. They scored 60 points last night, scoring 45.7 percent of field goals and 25% of three-pointers. Western Illinois has been unable to defend their territory, giving up 73.3 points per game. They allowed 56 points in their last game. If they want to win, they will need to put forth the same effort.

North Dakota Fighting Hawks vs Western Illinois Leathernecks Against the Spread

North Dakota are 4-2 ATS in their last 6 games. North Dakota are 1-6 SU in their last 7 games. North Dakota are 0-5 ATS in their last 5 games on the road. North Dakota are 1-11 SU in their last 12 games against an opponent in the Summit League conference. North Dakota are 1-15 SU in their last 16 games played in January.

The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Western Illinois’ last 8 games. Western Illinois are 9-4 SU in their last 13 games. The total has gone OVER in 5 of Western Illinois’ last 7 games against North Dakota. Western Illinois are 7-1 SU in their last 8 games at home. The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Western Illinois’ last 9 games against an opponent in the Summit League conference.

North Dakota Fighting Hawks vs Western Illinois Leathernecks Free Pick

The Leathernecks are aggressive on the offensive glass which will allow them more scoring opportunities and protect the ball well. The Fighting Hawks have been inconsistent defensively, and they are worse when on the road. Despite their defensive struggles, the Leathernecks are still playing well. The Leathernecks will cover the spread based on the latest NCAAB online betting tips.

Free Pick: Western Illinois Leathernecks -6.5