<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Panthers and Beacons. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Beacons at Athletics-Recreation Center in Valparaiso, IN. Get ready to place your bets! In this Missouri Valley matchup, Northern Iowa is favored bt -4.5 vs. Valparaiso. The over/under for the game is 147.5 points.</p><h3>NORTHERN IOWA PANTHERS VS VALPARAISO BEACONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Valparaiso Beacons +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Athletics-Recreation Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VALPARAISO BEACONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Beacons.</li><li>Not only will Valparaiso pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Northern Iowa Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><h3>Northern Iowa Panthers Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Northern Iowa improved to 8-5 on the season with a 76-70 win over Belmont on Wednesday. The Panthers were -5.5 favorites at home and covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>UNI led 39-34 at halftime and outscored Belmont 37-36 in the second half. The total points for the game were 146, which was under the O/U line of 153.5.</p><p>Northern Iowa put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 45.3% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 18 attempts for a 16.7% success rate, while their two-point shooting was much stronger at 56.5%.</p> <p>Jonathan Pierre led the way with 19 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 5 of 12 from three-point range. Carter Whitt contributed 17 points and 8 assists, and Leon Bond III added 15 points on 7 of 11 shooting.</p><p>Despite Northern Iowa's defensive efforts, they allowed 70 points, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field, hitting 29 of their 64 attempts. The Panthers struggled to contain two-point shots, where the other team connected on 26 of 46 for 56%.</p> <p>However, Northern Iowa did well in limiting three-point damage, as the other team made just 3 of 18 attempts, shooting 16% from beyond the arc. The Panthers also sent them to the line 23 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 65%. Northern Iowa gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Beacons Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>Valparaiso Beacons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Valparaiso improved to 6-6 on the season with a narrow 73-72 win over Missouri State on Wednesday. The Beacons were +5.5 point underdogs going into the game, but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Valparaiso led 35-34 at halftime and matched Missouri State point-for-point in the 2nd half, with both teams scoring 38 points. The total points for the game reached 145, surpassing the O/U line of 139.5.</p><p>Valparaiso's offense put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 52.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 58.5%. They connected on 62.9% of their two-point attempts, while hitting 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 6-for-18 from three-point range. At the free-throw line, the Beacons shot 73.3%, making 11 of 15 attempts.</p> <p>Cooper Schwieger led the team with 22 points, shooting 57.1% overall and 40% from three. Vincent Brady II contributed 19 points, hitting 8 of 9 shots, while All Wright added 14 points, making 6 of 8 attempts, including a perfect 1-for-1 from three-point range. Michael Osei-Bonsu also had a strong game, with 15 points and 9 rebounds, along with 6 assists.</p><p>Valparaiso's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 72 points on 58% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 65% of their two-point attempts, going 21/32.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Valparaiso's opponent shot 44%, making 8 of 18 three-point attempts. The Beacons also sent them to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 6 for 37%. Valparaiso gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

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