Seattle Redhawks vs UIC Flames Matchup

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

UIC vs Seattle Prediction

Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Flames and Redhawks. The game is starting at 5:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Redhawks at Redhawk Center in Seattle, WA. Get ready to place your bets! This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 145.5 points, and Seattle is favored by -6.5 vs. UIC.

UIC vs. Seattle Matchup At A Glance

Sport: NCAAB
Teams: UIC Flames at Seattle Redhawks
Where: Seattle at Redhawk Center
Date: Friday, December 20th
Betting Odds SEA -6.5, ILLCHI +227 | SEA -285 O/U 145.5

Flames Preview: Will UIC Find a Way to Win on the Road?

UIC Flames Recent Game/Games

The Flames improved to 4-4 on the season with a 77-69 road win over the Trojans on Sunday, December 15th. UIC entered the game as +2 point underdogs and covered the spread with the win.

UIC trailed 32-30 at halftime but outscored Little Rock 34-32 in the second half. The game’s total points of 146 just exceeded the O/U line of 145.5.

Flames Offense Breakdown

UIC's offense put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 40.6% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 21.4% (6/28) of their threes, leading to an effective field goal percentage of 45.3%. Inside the arc, they were more efficient, shooting 55.6% on two-point attempts.

The Flames grabbed 21 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists. Johnathan Lawson led the way with 25 points and 8 rebounds, while Sasa Ciani and Filip Skobalj each added 15 points. Skobalj connected on 5 threes, shooting 45.5% from deep.

Flames Team Defense

UIC's defense allowed 69 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 41% from the field. They gave up 19 two-point baskets on 42 attempts, a 45% shooting rate.

From beyond the arc, UIC's opponents shot 31%, making 6 of 19 three-point attempts. UIC also sent them to the line 24 times, where they hit 13 free throws, a 54% success rate. UIC allowed 14 offensive rebounds.

Redhawks Preview: Can Seattle Grab a Win at Home?

Seattle's season continues to be a struggle, as they fell to 2-7 after an 86-73 loss to Western Kentucky on Tuesday. The Redhawks, who were +6.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread, and the game’s total points of 159 exceeded the O/U line of 149.5.

Seattle trailed 38-32 at halftime and allowed 48 points in the 2nd half while scoring 41 of their own. Defensive issues remain a concern as they look to turn their season around.

Redhawks Offense Breakdown

Seattle's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 33.3% overall and 24.2% from three-point range, connecting on 8 of 33 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.7%, but they made up for it at the free-throw line, hitting 23 of 30 for 76.7%.

Don McHenry was a standout, scoring 28 points on 9 of 12 shooting, including 4 of 5 from beyond the arc. Paris Dawson and Maleek Arington each added 17 points, with Dawson dishing out 6 assists despite shooting just 1 of 7 from three.

Redhawks Team Defense

Seattle's defense struggled, giving up 86 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 59% from the field. The Redhawks allowed 17 two-point baskets on 29 attempts, a 58% shooting rate.

From beyond the arc, Seattle's opponent hit 12 of 20 three-point attempts, shooting 60%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 24 times, where they made 16 free throws, shooting 66%. Seattle gave up just 2 offensive rebounds.

Flames vs Redhawks Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

Through their last ten road games, UIC has an ATS record of just 6-3-1. However, their overall record was 4-6 while averaging 69 points per game.
Across the Redhawks last ten home games, the team averaged 69 points per game while allowing 75. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 3-7, while going 2-8 straight-up.
The Flames have played well in their last three games as the betting underdog, going 2-1 straight up and 2-1 against the spread.
In their last three games as the betting favorite, the Redhawks have a straight up record of 1-2 and an ATS mark of 1-2.