Southern Illinois Salukis vs
Murray St. RacersPredictions & Preview

Southern Illinois looks to end losing streak as they face Murray State at CFSB Center - Racers favored by 1.5 points

Southern Illinois will face Murray State at CFSB Center on Wednesday night in an effort to break their two-game losing streak. The Salukis, with a record of 12-15 and 7-9 in the MVC, will be looking to bounce back from a 73-68 loss to Belmont. Meanwhile, the Racers, with a record of 13-14 and 7-9 in the MVC, are coming off a 74-67 loss to Northern Iowa. Southern Illinois has a 6-4 record in their last 10 games against Murray State, with the Racers winning the first meeting of the season 74-64. Murray State is currently favored to win by 1.5 points. Stay tuned to see which team comes out on top in this matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Salukis +105 | Racers -125
• Spread: Salukis +1.5 (-110) | Racers -1.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 137.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Murray St. will win straight-up is 56%.

Southern Illinois vs Murray St. Stats

Southern Illinois Salukis

Southern Illinois recently suffered two consecutive losses after a two-game winning streak. In their latest game, they fell to the Racers and will look to bounce back with a win on Wednesday. The team averages 72.7 points per game but scored 68 points in their last match, shooting 50 percent from the field and 30 percent from three-point range. Leading the Salukis in scoring was Ali Dibba with 24 points and eight rebounds, followed by Kennard Davis Jr. with 13 points and Drew Steffe with 10 points. Defensively, Southern Illinois has struggled, allowing an average of 73.5 points per game. Overall, they are ranked 234th in offense, 217th in defense, and have a record of 12-14 this season. Their statistical rankings in shooting percentages, rebounds, and turnovers are also included. The team will need to tighten up their defense if they want to secure a victory in their upcoming game.

Murray St. Racers Analysis

The Murray State Racers had their two-game winning streak snapped by Northern Iowa in their last game, but they are aiming to bounce back and secure their third win in their last four games when they play on Wednesday. Despite scoring 67 points in their last game, slightly below their average of 72 points per game, the team showed solid shooting percentages, with 41.4 percent of field goals and 42.3 percent of three-pointers made. Terence Harcum led the team with 19 points, followed by Nick Ellington with 18 points and JaCobi Wood with 15 points. Defensively, the Racers have been giving up an average of 69.2 points per game, but allowed 74 points in their last game and will look to tighten up their defense for the upcoming matchup. The team is currently ranked #235 for offense and #101 for defense, with a record of 13-14 overall.达

Murray State Favorable to Cover Spread Against Struggling Salukis

The Salukis have been struggling in recent games, with three losses out of their last five matches, while the Racers have split their last four home games. Murray State holds an advantage due to their superior shooting performance, with over 42 percent accuracy on their home court. Additionally, they have been more effective at the free-throw line, making over 76 percent of their attempts in the past three games compared to the Salukis' less than 70 percent success rate. The Racers excel in rebounding and ball security, averaging over nine offensive rebounds per game and minimizing turnovers. Conversely, the Salukis have struggled defensively, allowing over 77 points per game on the road. Based on these factors, it is recommended to consider Murray State to cover the spread in the upcoming matchup.

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