UIC Flames vs Charlotte 49ers Picks and Predictions for Sunday, December 21, 2025
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The UIC Flames travel to Halton Arena to face the Charlotte 49ers on Sunday afternoon, with UIC at 4–7 overall after a home loss to Northern Iowa, while Charlotte is 5–7 following a home win over Lafayette. Win and cash in with our free college basketball picks.
UIC vs Charlotte Game Information
- Tipoff: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: December 21, 2025
- Where: Halton Arena, Charlotte, NC
- TV: ESPN+
UIC Flames Preview
UIC averages 75.7 points per game while allowing an average of 73.3, relying on guard scoring to stay competitive. Ahmad Henderson II leads the Flames in scoring, averaging 14.2 points per game, and Andy Johnson is the second-leading scorer at 13.5 per contest. Henderson also leads UIC in assists at 2.9 per game, with the Flames averaging 14.0 assists as a team, often relying on individual creation when the shot clock runs down.
Rebounding is led by Mekhi Lowery, who averages 6.3 boards per game, helping UIC average 35.5 rebounds overall. Abdul Momoh provides interior defense and leads the Flames in blocks at 1.5 per contest, while UIC averages 4.4 blocks and 8.7 steals per game. The Flames are shooting 44% from the field..
Charlotte 49ers Preview
Charlotte averages 70.8 points per game and allows an average of 71.5, playing at a controlled pace at home. Ben Bradford leads the 49ers in scoring with an average of 13.5 points per game, while Anton Bonke is the second-leading scorer at 10.6 points per contest. Dezayne Mingo runs the offense, leading Charlotte in assists at 3.7 per game, as the 49ers average 13.3 assists overall.
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Bonke anchors the interior, leading Charlotte in rebounding at 8.8 per game and blocks at 2.1 per contest. The 49ers average 34.7 rebounds, 5.0 steals, and 3.7 blocks per game, and are shooting 45% from the field. Charlotte’s ability to protect the paint and limit second-chance looks has supported a strong home record compared to poor road results.
UIC vs Charlotte Prediction
UIC’s scoring balance and rebounding numbers keep the matchup competitive, but Charlotte’s interior defense and home-court play give the 49ers a big advantage over the course of the full game. The 49ers will open a second-half lead and win at home. Final Score Prediction: Charlotte 49ers win and cover ATS, 72–66. Betting on sports and on UIC is easy, but even easier if you use the best sportsbooks. Make sure you know about how the fans are looking on prediction markets for Charlotte with the Novig promo code. Make sure when you place your bet on Charlotte vs UIC you are using the BetMGM bonus code.
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