Northern Illinois vs DePaul Picks and Prediction – 11/23/2024

On Saturday, the Northern Illinois Huskies (2-3) face off against the DePaul Blue Demons (5-0) at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. Get ready for the college basketball season with our college basketball picks.

DePaul comes into this game having won their first five games of the season. In their recent matchup against Eastern Illinois, the DePaul Blue Demons secured a solid victory with a final score of 78-69, thanks in part to Jacob Meyer, who contributed 16 points to the team's total. This season, Isaiah Rivera has emerged as the top scorer for DePaul, boasting an impressive average of 16 points per game. Following closely behind is Jacob Meyer, who is the second-leading scorer on the team, averaging 15.4 points per game. On the boards, David Skogman stands out as DePaul's leading rebounder, averaging 7 rebounds per game, showcasing his crucial role in both offensive and defensive plays. In terms of playmaking, Conor Enright has taken charge, leading the team with an average of 7.6 assists per game, helping facilitate the Blue Demons' scoring opportunities. As DePaul looks to maintain their undefeated record, they are preparing to host Northern Illinois in Chicago. The Blue Demons have been impressive in their scoring this season, averaging a remarkable 85.8 points per game, which speaks volumes about their offensive capabilities.

Northern Illinois enters this game on a two-game losing streak and has dropped three of their first five games of the season. In a decisive victory against Elon, the Northern Illinois Huskies triumphed with a score of 75 to 48, where James Dent Jr. played a pivotal role by contributing 16 points to the team’s performance. Throughout the current season, Quentin Jones has emerged as the leading scorer for the Huskies, boasting an impressive average of 14.4 points per game. Closely following him is James Dent Jr., who with his consistent scoring ability is averaging 14 points per game, solidifying his position as the second-highest scorer on the team. Dent Jr. has made significant contributions in other areas; he currently leads the Huskies in rebounding with an average of 5.4 rebounds per game. Moreover, his playmaking skills shine through as he also tops the team in assists, averaging 2.6 assists per game this season. As Northern Illinois prepares for their next challenge, they are eager to halt their current losing streak and face off against DePaul, who is maintaining an undefeated record early in the season. On average, the Huskies have been scoring 71.4 points per game, reflecting their offensive capabilities as they aim for a stronger performance moving forward.

DePaul has kicked off their season with an impressive record, winning all of their first five games. As they prepare to face Northern Illinois at home, they are eager to extend their winning streak to six. Meanwhile, Northern Illinois has faced challenges in their initial away games, having lost both contests on the road. They are determined to turn their fortunes around by not only securing their first win of the season but also by putting an end to DePaul’s successful run. Final Score Prediction, DePaul Blue Demons win but fail to cover, 78-68.