Valparaiso Beacons will take on N. Iowa Panthers in a Missouri Valley battle at the McLeod Center in Cedar Falls, Iowa at 8:00 p.m. ET on Tuesday. With a 6-23 record, Valparaiso faces a daunting task, as they have lost 10 straight games and are aiming for their first win since January 20. On the other hand, N. Iowa Panthers, with a 16-13 record, are in better form, coming off a three-game winning streak at home and are favored by 15.5 points for this game. Valparaiso has not had much success against N. Iowa, losing 8 out of their last 10 encounters, including an 86-67 defeat two weeks ago. The odds favor N. Iowa, and it remains to be seen if Valparaiso can turn the tide this time around.

By the Numbers
  • Valparaiso's current record: 6-23
  • N. Iowa's current record: 16-13
  • Valparaiso is a 15.5-point underdog for the upcoming game
  • N. Iowa has won 8 out of their last 10 games against Valparaiso
State of Play
  • Valparaiso has lost 10 straight games and is aiming for their first win since January 20
  • N. Iowa Panthers are in better form, coming off a three-game winning streak at home
  • The upcoming game favors N. Iowa with a 15.5-point spread
Bottom Line

Valparaiso faces a challenging task against N. Iowa, the clear favorite with a 15.5-point spread. However, history shows that Valparaiso has struggled against N. Iowa in their recent matchups. The odds are stacked against Valparaiso, but anything can happen in college basketball, and the game on Tuesday will reveal whether they can defy expectations and secure a victory.