Illinois Fighting Illini vs Missouri Tigers Betting Picks & Predictions
Both teams have experienced NCAA Championship success in the past and are looking to add to that history when they meet head to head on Friday night. Missouri is coming off
Game outlook
Both teams have experienced NCAA Championship success in the past and are looking to add to that history when they meet head to head on Friday night. Missouri is coming off of a narrow lost to Seton Hall, while Illinois just won comfortably against Colgate. Last season these same teams met with Missouri coming away with the big 93-71 win at home. Tipoff is scheduled for 9:00 EST from the Enterprise Center in Saint Louis, Missouri, and can be seen on FS1.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Fighting Illini -256 | Tigers +205
Spread: Fighting Illini -6.5 (-110) | Tigers +6.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 150.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Illinois will win straight-up is 72%.
Illinois Fighting Illini
Illinois Fighting Illini possess a strong team led by Terrance Shannon Jr., who averages 20.9 points per game. With a power ranking of 24, they have shown to be efficient offensively and defensively according to KenPom, as their offense ranks 29th and defense ranks 15th, respectively. The Fighting Illini average 80.00 points and are fighting an average of 65.00 points per game with a 8-2 overall record (6-4 against the spread) this season. Possessing strong offensive and defensive units, the Illini will look to continue their success during their concluding non-conference games.