Belmont Bruins Set to Take on Southern Illinois Salukis with 6.5 Point Spread Advantage

Game outlook

The Belmont Bruins and the Southern Illinois Salukis are set to face off in a Missouri Valley Conference matchup at the Banterra Center. Belmont currently stands at 9-4 (2-0) while Southern Illinois enters the game at 9-4 (1-1). Southern Illinois is the betting favorite opening at -6.5, with the current line standing at -5.5. Both teams are in good form, having won their most recent games with the Bruins beating the Arkansas State Red Wolves 74-70 and the Salukis winning 62-50 against the UIC Flames.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Bruins +190 | Salukis -240

Spread: Bruins +5.5 (-110) | Salukis -5.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 147 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Southern Illinois will win straight-up is 71%.

Belmont Bruins

The Belmont Bruins have been successful in their game against the Arkansas State Red Wolves with a 74-70 home win, outscoring them in the second half 36-27. They showed strength on offense as they shot 28-of-58 (48.3%) from the floor, 4-of-18 (22.2%) from the three-point line, and attempted 20 free-throws. Sophomore forward Malik Dia contributed significantly with 18 points, 10 rebounds and three turnovers in 22 minutes. With a power ranking of 181, Belmont has a strong offense (#52 with 81.08 points per game) but a weak defense (#331 with 79.15 points per game). They are also successful on the court with arecord of 9-4 (4-8 ATS). They shoot an average of 49.49% for field goals and 37.50% for three pointers. Belmont averages 34.38 rebounds, 15.08 offensive assists, and 13.46 turnovers per game. Additionally, they allow an average of 45.61% of fielded shots, 68.27% of successfully hit free throws, and 32.04% of three pointers. Finally, they average 15.85 defensive assists and 12.62 turnovers per game. No injuries to report.