Valparaiso vs. Illinois-Chicago Prediction, Odds, College Basketball Picks [1/6/2024]

Illinois-Chicago and Valparaiso will lock horns in College Basketball action at Credit Union 1 Arena on Saturday, starting at 8:00PM ET.

Dimers.com's full betting preview for Saturday's Valparaiso vs. Illinois-Chicago matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

Valparaiso vs. Illinois-Chicago Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread

We have used advanced machine learning and data to simulate the outcome of Saturday's College Basketball matchup between Valparaiso and Illinois-Chicago 10,000 times, in line with our coverage of College Basketball predictions.

Our famous predictive analytics model currently gives Illinois-Chicago an 86% chance of beating Valparaiso, and our predicted final score has Illinois-Chicago winning 75-63.

According to our model, Valparaiso (+12.5) has a 51% chance of covering the spread, while the 138-point Over/Under has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.

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Valparaiso vs. Illinois-Chicago Odds

We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Valparaiso	Illinois-Chicago
Spread	+12.5 (-110)	-12.5 (-105)
Moneyline	+550	-750
Total	o138 (-115)	u138 (-105)

• Illinois-Chicago is the -12.5 favorite against Valparaiso, with -105 at BetMGM Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the underdog Valparaiso (+12.5) to cover the spread, DraftKings Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at -110.
• BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for Illinois-Chicago at -750, which means you can risk $750 to win $100 for a total payout of $850 if it gets the W.
• Meanwhile, DraftKings currently has the best moneyline odds for Valparaiso at +550, where you can bet $100 to profit $550, earning a total payout of $650 if it wins.
• The Over/Under sits at 138 with DraftKings, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -115, as well as the best odds for the Under at -105.

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

As always, check out the sports betting sites you have access to in your state for the best College Basketball odds and lines.

Valparaiso vs. Illinois-Chicago Picks

By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have identified the best betting picks to place on this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Spread	Valparaiso +12.5	-110
Moneyline	Valparaiso	+550
Total	Under 138	-105

While Illinois-Chicago is more likely to win the game, betting on Valparaiso moneyline is the best option because of the edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the sportsbooks' odds currently on offer.

Taking advantage of the edges seen here at Dimers is one of the keys to achieving long-term profitability as a sports bettor.

Our College Basketball best bets are based on complex simulations and wagering expertise to serve you the best possible plays every day of the year.

Remember, our model updates frequently, so keep checking this page for the latest betting insights before Valparaiso vs. Illinois-Chicago on Saturday January 6, 2024.

Valparaiso vs. Illinois-Chicago Game Information

Saturday's game between Illinois-Chicago and Valparaiso in College Basketball at Credit Union 1 Arena is scheduled to begin at 8:00PM ET.

• Who: Valparaiso vs. Illinois-Chicago
• Date: Saturday January 6, 2024
• Time: 8:00PM ET / 5:00PM PT
• Venue: Credit Union 1 Arena

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Conclusion

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