Bradley Braves vs UIC Flames Matchup

Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our UIC vs Bradley NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Peoria.

UIC vs Bradley Prediction

Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Flames and Braves. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Braves at Carver Arena in Peoria, IL. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 147 points, and Bradley is favored by -8.5 vs. UIC in a Missouri Valley conference matchup.

UIC vs. Bradley Matchup At A Glance

Sport: NCAAB
Teams: UIC Flames at Bradley Braves
Where: Peoria at Carver Arena
Date: Wednesday, January 29th
Betting Odds BRADLY -8.5, ILLCHI +310 | BRADLY -395 O/U 147

Flames Preview: Will the Flames Win on the Road?

UIC Flames Recent Game/Games

UIC fell to 11-7 on the season after an 89-85 home loss to Southern Illinois on Saturday. The Flames were -6.5 favorites going into the game but failed to cover the spread.

After a 46-46 tie at halftime, UIC was outscored 43-39 in the second half. The total points for the game reached 174, surpassing the over/under line of 148.5.

Flames Offense Breakdown

UIC's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points with a 50% shooting performance from the field. They connected on 41.7% of their three-point attempts, hitting 10 of 24 from deep, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 58.9%.

Ali Dibba led the way with 26 points, despite shooting just 42.9% overall and 20% from three. Jordan Mason added 23 points and 7 assists, while Kennard Davis Jr. contributed 19 points on 66.7% shooting. Javon Jackson was efficient, hitting 6 of 8 shots for 14 points in 23 minutes.

Flames Team Defense

UIC's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 89 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponents to hit 56% of their two-point attempts, going 18/32.

From beyond the arc, UIC's opponents shot 41%, making 10 of 24 three-pointers. They also sent them to the line 28 times, where they converted 19 free throws at a 67% rate. UIC allowed 8 offensive rebounds.

Braves Preview: Will the Braves Come Through as Home Favorites?

Bradley Braves Recent Game/Games

The Braves improved to 17-3 on the season with a 61-57 win over Illinois State on Saturday. Bradley, playing at home, was favored by 8.5 points but didn't cover the spread.

Bradley led 28-26 at halftime and outscored the Redbirds 33-31 in the second half. The game’s total points of 118 fell short of the 141.5 O/U line.

Braves Offense Breakdown

In their latest game, the Bradley Braves managed just 61 points, shooting 42% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46%. Their three-point shooting was a struggle, hitting only 4 of 18 attempts for 22.2%, while they were more efficient inside, connecting on 53.1% of their two-point shots.

At the free-throw line, Bradley was impressive, making 15 of 17 attempts for 88.2%. They recorded 7 offensive rebounds and 7 assists. Johnny Kinziger led the team with 16 points and 5 assists, while Ty Pence was perfect from the field, going 4 for 4, including 2 for 2 from three-point range, finishing with 12 points in 16 minutes.

Braves Team Defense

Bradley's defense held their opponent to just 57 points, despite allowing them to shoot 42% from the field. The Braves gave up 53% shooting on two-point attempts, with the other team hitting 17 of 32 shots inside the arc.

From three-point range, Bradley's defense was more effective, limiting their opponent to 4 made threes on 18 attempts, a 22% shooting performance. The Braves also sent the other team to the line 17 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 88%. Bradley allowed 7 offensive rebounds in the game.

Flames vs Braves Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

Across their last five road contests, UIC has been good against the spread posting a mark of 5-0. Their overall mark in these games was 4-1, while averaging 79 points per game.
Through their last five home contests, the Braves offense has averaged 77 points per game while allowing an average of 74. Bradley posted an overall record of 4-1 while going 2-3 ATS.
Spanning across their last three games as the betting underdog, the Flames have gone 3-0 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 1-2.
Through their last three games as the favorite, the Braves have an ATS record of 2-1 and a straight up mark of 3-0.