Southern Illinois Favored with -14 Odds in Valparaiso vs Southern Illinois Matchup
Southern Illinois is currently the favored team in a betting scenario, with odds opening at -14. It is worth noting that there has been no change in the line since it was
Game outlook
Southern Illinois is currently the favored team in a betting scenario, with odds opening at -14. It is worth noting that there has been no change in the line since it was first established.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Crusaders +680 | Salukis -1,100
Spread: Crusaders +14 (-110) | Salukis -14 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 135 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Southern Illinois will win straight-up is 92%.
Valparaiso Crusaders
Valparaiso ranks 201st overall in the power ranking, but is 328th in offense and 173rd in defense. They have a record of 6-13 this season, with a 12-6 ATS record. Offensively, Valparaiso shoots 40.50% from the field (ranked 335th) and 71.33% from the free throw line (ranked 184th), and makes 31.70% of their three-pointers (ranked 276th). They average 34.72 rebounds per game (ranked 242nd) and have 12.17 offensive assists and 12.06 turnovers per game (ranked 276th and 173rd respectively). Defensively, Valparaiso allows opponents to shoot 44.52% from the field (ranked 251st) and 67.28% from the free throw line (ranked 34th). They allow opponents to make 33.78% of their three-pointers (ranked 221st) and average 38.67 defensive rebounds per game (ranked 38.67th). Valparaiso also averages 14.17 defensive assists and 13.11 turnovers per game (ranked 285th and 126th respectively).

