Who's Playing
Robert Morris @ Northern Kentucky
Current Records: Robert Morris 7-21; Northern Kentucky 16-11
What to Know
The Northern Kentucky Norse will be returning home after a five-game road trip. NKU and the Robert Morris Colonials will face off in a Horizon League battle at 7 p.m. ET Thursday at BB&T Arena. Coming off of a win even when the odds were against them, the Norse have to be feeling especially confident now that the spread is in their favor.
The Oakland Golden Grizzlies typically have all the answers at home, but on Sunday NKU proved too difficult a challenge. NKU snuck past Oakland with a 71-66 victory.
Meanwhile, Robert Morris came up short against the Illinois-Chicago Flames on Saturday, falling 96-88.
This next contest looks promising for NKU, who are favored by a full 10 points. Those playing the odds have seen things go back and forth with the Norse, who are 12-13 against the spread.
NKU is now 16-11 while Robert Morris sits at 7-21. NKU is 8-7 after wins this season, and Robert Morris is 6-14 after losses.
How To Watch
- When: Thursday at 7 p.m. ET
- Where: BB&T Arena -- Highland Heights, Kentucky
- Follow: CBS Sports App
- Ticket Cost: $16.20
Odds
The Norse are a big 10-point favorite against the Colonials, according to the latest college basketball odds.
The oddsmakers were right in line with the betting community on this one, as the game opened as a 10-point spread, and stayed right there.
Over/Under: -110
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Series History
Northern Kentucky have won two out of their last three games against Robert Morris.
- Jan 15, 2022 - Robert Morris 74 vs. Northern Kentucky 64
- Jan 23, 2021 - Northern Kentucky 79 vs. Robert Morris 74
- Jan 22, 2021 - Northern Kentucky 81 vs. Robert Morris 76
