The Flames will play the Crusaders on Saturday, January 20th, 2024. Your timezone's tip off time is 4:00 pm EST. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Moneyline Mage
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Pages
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
Looking into the second half of the 2023-24 college basketball season, UIC and Valparaiso are set to hit the hardwood on Saturday, January 20th, 2024. Luckily, we have some clear performance trends emerging now that each team has more than a dozen games under their belts. Use the following data to help analyze this matchup and to place an intelligent wager on its ultimate outcome.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - With the 2023-24 season in full stride, UIC currently has a 95.00 conference power ranking, while the SportsBetting3.com conference power ranking for Valparaiso is 95.33.
- Away UIC - UIC starts this game with a 2-4 record as an away team, ranking them 3rd in the Missouri Valley Conference for away team wins.
- Home Valparaiso - Valparaiso meets UIC boasting a 4-6 record as a home team. They currently rank 6th in the Missouri Valley Conference for home team wins.
- Conference Win Percentage - UIC currently ranks 5th (0.143) in the Missouri Valley Conference, with Valparaiso now standing 5th (0.143) for their conference win percentage in the 2023 Missouri Valley Conference for the 2023-24 college basketball season.
- Overall Win Percentage - UIC has a 0.444 overall win percentage, with Valparaiso, matching up with a 0.278 overall win percentage.
- Team Records - UIC currently possesses 8-10 regular season overall record. Meanwhile, Valparaiso has tallied a 5-13 standing as the 2023-24 college basketball season continues to unfold.
Moneyline Mage
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Ladies and gentlemen, gather 'round for a magical clash on the hardwood! On Saturday, January 20th, 2024, the mighty UIC Flames will be taking on the Valparaiso Crusaders in an epic battle of wits and skills. UIC, with their 8-10 overall standing, will be facing off against Valparaiso, who hold a 5-13 record this season.
In the mystical realm of college basketball, conference records hold great power. They determine the coveted seeds for the conference tournament, where teams fight tooth and nail for glory. Both UIC and Valparaiso find themselves with a 1-6 standing in the Missouri Valley Conference. Every game counts as they strive to rise in the ranks.
The Flames of UIC have stumbled recently, succumbing to defeat in their last three encounters. However, the Crusaders of Valparaiso suffered a lone defeat in their most recent contest. Will the Flames rise from the ashes and reclaim their fiery spirit? Or will the Crusaders fend off their opponents with unyielding valor?
If you wish to join this enchanting battle as a spectator or a brave bettor, review the tables below to find the best point spread, total, and moneylines for this game. Remember, you can bet on college basketball legally at BetRivers, BetMGM, and BetWay. For those seeking a glimpse into the future, we've also listed each team's futures odds and current standings below. May the wizards of the court light the way to victory!
Best Flames at Crusaders Odds
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Matchup Odds FAQs
UIC is a -3 -110 point spread favorite at BetRivers, while Valparaiso is a +3.5 -115 point spread underdog at BetMGM.
The best over line is 135 -110 points at BetRivers, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 135.5 -110 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.
UIC is a -159 moneyline favorite at BetRivers and Valparaiso is a +135 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.
College Basketball Odds Example
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UIC
Valparaiso
1/20/24 4:00pm EST | -3.5 -105+3.5 -115 |
Underdog Valparaiso - Valparaiso bettors risk $100 to win $86.96 at -115 odds.
A +3.5 Valparaiso underdog bet wins if they lose by 3 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 4 or more.
Favorite UIC - UIC bettors risk $100 to win $95.24 at -105 odds.
A -3.5 UIC favorite bet wins if they win by 4 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 3 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
UIC at Valparaiso Prop Bets
Important Note: Some states expressly forbid individual college athlete prop bets. The following wagers may not be available depending on your particular state laws.
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UIC
Valparaiso
First to 5 Points
1/20/24 4:00pm EST | -125-110Bet |
UIC
Valparaiso
First to 10 Points
1/20/24 4:00pm EST | -135-105Bet |
UIC
Valparaiso
First to 15 Points
1/20/24 4:00pm EST | -140+100Bet |
UIC
Valparaiso
Game to Overtime
1/20/24 4:00pm EST | Yes +1050No -10000Bet |
Team Standings
| Team | W-L | Win% | Home | Away | Conf | CGB | Conf% | Strk |
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| UIC | 12-21 | 0.364 | 6-9 | 3-10 | 4-16 | +13 | 0.200 | L1 |
| Valparaiso | 7-25 | 0.219 | 6-11 | 1-13 | 3-17 | +14 | 0.150 | L1 |
UIC & Valparaiso Futures Odds
Latest College Basketball Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review March Madness odds for other teams and learn how to bet on the college basketball tournament. Also be sure to read Ron Halfback's Final Four write-up.
UIC Championship OddsNo NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament TM UIC YR: futures available
Valparaiso Championship OddsNo NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament TM Valparaiso YR: futures available
UIC & Valparaiso Team Pages
Review each team's futures odds, betting bonuses, current standings and other valuable information on our exclusive team betting odds pages. Team betting odds and stats update throughout the season:
How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the UIC vs Valparaiso College Basketball Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Saturday, January 20th, 2024 at 4:00 pm EST, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.
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Tap to the sportsbook's College Basketball page, look for the UIC vs Valparaiso Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's College Basketball page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the UIC vs Valparaiso Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.