Stephen Nover's CBB Tuesday Totals Crusher
(NCAAB) Valparaiso vs. Northern Iowa, 02/27/2024 8:00 PM, Score: 54 - 68
Total: 147.00 | -117.00 Under
Result: Win
I always think defense first when it comes to the Missouri Valley Conference. This quick rematch between Valparaiso and Northern Iowa should result in a lower-scoring game than the oddsmaker perceives.

Valparaiso has been playing better defense with the exception of its Feb. 14 game against Northern Iowa. The Panthers beat Valparaiso, 86-67, by shooting a phenomenal 67 percent from the floor.

Northern Iowa has held five of its last seven opponents to 71 or fewer points. Valparaiso has been held to 70 or fewer points in eight of its last 10 games.