Northern Kentucky Norse vs Green Bay Phoenix Picks and Predictions – Feb 4th 2026

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Northern Kentucky hosts Green Bay in a Horizon League tilt Wednesday night at 7:00 PM ET from Truist Arena. This one will air on ESPN+, and it’s shaping up to be a fast-paced matchup between two teams trending in opposite directions. The Norse are laying over a touchdown on the spread, and that line opened with confidence from oddsmakers.

Northern Kentucky has been the more consistent unit on both ends of the court. Green Bay enters as a capable but flawed team with heavy reliance on perimeter shooting. Bettors should expect pace, offensive execution, and rebounding control to determine the final margin. This isn’t a rivalry, but it’s a meaningful conference game — and for bettors, a potentially valuable spot.

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Northern Kentucky vs Green Bay Odds

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TeamMoneylineSpreadTotal
Northern Kentucky-340-7.5 (-105)O 151.5 (-110)
Green Bay+275+7.5 (-115)U 151.5 (-110)

Northern Kentucky Betting Form

The Norse have surged in conference play, fueled by efficient half-court offense and disciplined defense. They’ve covered in four of their last five games and continue to control the pace against less structured opponents. For deeper metrics and game logs, check out the Northern Kentucky stats and results.

They shoot well from beyond the arc and consistently win the rebounding battle, both on the defensive glass and with second-chance looks. That’s a big edge in this matchup. There are no major injury concerns, but always double-check the Northern Kentucky injury report before locking anything in.

Green Bay Betting Form

Green Bay has been unpredictable. They’ve had moments of strong perimeter play, but they’ve struggled to defend and stay in games when shots aren’t falling. They’re just 2-4 ATS in their last six and haven’t fared well on the road. You can review their complete profile here: Green Bay schedule and stats.

They’ll need to hit a high percentage from deep to stay competitive. Their frontcourt doesn’t match up well on the boards, which puts extra pressure on transition efficiency. Make sure to scan the Green Bay injury report for late scratches, as their bench depth is thin.

Northern Kentucky vs Green Bay Matchup Breakdown

This matchup sets up as a battle of tempo and shot quality. Northern Kentucky plays with pace and spreads the floor, while Green Bay prefers quick-trigger threes but struggles with shot discipline under pressure. The Norse dominate the glass, which could swing this game early and force the Phoenix into rushed possessions.

Neither defense is elite, which makes the total playable. Green Bay ranks poorly in defending the pick-and-roll, something NKU exploits with strong guard play. Shot selection and ball movement favor the home side here.

Key matchup edges:

  • Rebounding: Northern Kentucky has a clear advantage
  • Ball movement: NKU executes more efficiently in the half court
  • Green Bay relies heavily on three-point shooting
  • Tempo leans toward a higher scoring game

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Northern Kentucky vs Green Bay Predictions and Best Bets

At -7.5, Northern Kentucky is the right side. They’re better at executing their game plan, protecting the rim, and limiting transition opportunities. Green Bay doesn’t have the interior presence to control the paint or extend possessions — that’s trouble in a road game against a more physical opponent.

As for the total, the over 151.5 has merit. Both teams rank in the top half of the conference in possessions per game, and neither has shown much defensive resistance. Late fouls could push this over the number even if the game feels slightly under-paced early on.

Secondary lean: Northern Kentucky first half -4. The Norse tend to start fast at home, and Green Bay often takes time to settle offensively.

Best Bet: Northern Kentucky -7.5 (-105)

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