Illinois St. Redbirds vs Ill.-Chicago Flames Betting Picks & Predictions
The Illinois State Redbirds are heading to the Credit Union 1 Arena on Thursday night to take on the UIC Flames in a Missouri Valley Conference game. The Redbirds have a
Game outlook
The Illinois State Redbirds are heading to the Credit Union 1 Arena on Thursday night to take on the UIC Flames in a Missouri Valley Conference game. The Redbirds have a record of 23-13, although they are on a two-game losing streak after Wednesday's homeresult against the Wright State Raiders. Meanwhile, the Flames have a record of 5-2 and are fresh off a one-point loss at home against the UNC Greensboro Spartans. UIC is the betting favorite, with the line opening at -6.5 and currently standing at -5.5 as of Thursday morning.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Redbirds +208 | Flames -255
Spread: Redbirds +5.5 (-110) | Flames -5.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 134.25 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Ill.-Chicago will win straight-up is 72%.
Illinois St. Redbirds
Illinois State Redbirds have a 200 power ranking and are 3-3 this season (1-4 ATS). The team is struggles offensively averaging 66.17 points per game (ranked 317th in the country) and shooting 27.8 percent overall. Defense is a bit better ranked 98th in the country, allowing and average of 66.17 points per game. Senior forward Kendall Lewis performed decently, posting nine points, five rebounds, and three turnovers. They need to improve their offense, particularly shooting from beyond the arc, and defense, by minimizing trips to the free-throw line, if they want to be competitive.