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Southern Illinois Salukis Look to End Road Losing Streak Against Missouri State Bears in Rematch at Great Southern Bank Arena

The Southern Illinois Salukis will be aiming to end their three-game road losing streak when they take on the Missouri State Bears in the second game of their series. The game will be held at Great Southern Bank Arena, with a start time of 7 PM. ET. The Salukis recently defeated Missouri State as two-point favorites, while Missouri State has a solid record of 6-4 in their last 10 games against Southern Illinois. Missouri State opens as the -4.5 favorite in betting odds, with the line remaining unchanged. For more details on the prediction for this matchup, continue reading.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Salukis +150 | Bears -182
• Spread: Salukis +4.5 (-110) | Bears -4.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 135.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Missouri St. will win straight-up is 65%.

Southern Illinois vs Missouri St. Stats

Southern Illinois Salukis

The Southern Illinois Salukis recently ended a five-game losing streak with a win over the Bears, earning their first conference victory of the season. They will aim to break a three-game road losing streak in their upcoming game. Offensively, the Salukis average 72.9 points per game and shot 47.7 percent from the field and 36.8 percent from beyond the arc in their last game. Jarrett Hensley led the team with 30 points and six rebounds, while Drew Steffe and Ali Dibba also contributed double-digit points.

Defensively, Southern Illinois has struggled, allowing an average of 76.4 points per game. They will need to improve on this end of the court to secure a win in their next game. The team is ranked 268th in offense, scoring an average of 71.47 points per game, and 287th in defense, allowing an average of 75.33 points against them. They have a record of 6-10 (5-8-1 ATS) this season. The Salukis also have statistics on their shooting percentages, rebounding, assists, and turnovers on both ends of the court. If you are looking for the best NCAAB predictions, this is the place to be.

Missouri St. Bears Analysis

Missouri State Bears have struggled in conference play, losing their last five games. They will look to break their losing streak and secure their first conference win of the season in their upcoming game. The team averages 71.4 points per game, with Vincent Brady II leading the way with 24 points in their last game. However, defensively they have been giving up an average of 72.3 points per game. Their upcoming opponent, Southern Illinois, has a recent record of 1-2 against Missouri State. The Bears rank #280 for offense and #193 for defense in the NCAA, with statistics showing their shooting percentages and rebounding numbers. To improve their chances of winning, Missouri State will need a stronger defensive performance in their next game.

Missouri State Favored to Defeat Southern Illinois in Upcoming Game Based on Statistics

Missouri State has a favorable advantage over Southern Illinois in their upcoming game based on their performance statistics. The Bears have won five of their eight home games, boasting impressive shooting percentages of over 48 percent from the field and 40 percent from beyond the arc. Additionally, Missouri State excels in rebounding, grabbing over 10 offensive rebounds per game to create additional scoring opportunities. Their efficient ball security further enhances their game, limiting their turnovers and denying the opposition easy scoring chances. Conversely, the Salukis have struggled on the road, losing five of their six games and allowing over 80 points per game defensively. Given these factors, it is recommended to place your bet on Missouri State to cover the spread in this match.

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