The Indiana State Sycamores will look to improve on a 13-11 record on Wednesday when they host the Southern Illinois Salukis in NCAA basketball betting odds action at Hulman Center.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
The Southern Illinois Salukis opened as 3-point underdogs in this one at most sportsbooks tracked at Odds Shark, including Sportsbook. The total was set to open a bit later (check out Sportsbook for the latest situation).
Southern Illinois Salukis vs Indiana State Sycamores Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
This college basketball season, the Indiana State Sycamores are 13-11 overall and 13-9-1 ATS, while the Southern Illinois Salukis are 18-7 and 12-11 ATS. As for the betting totals, Indiana State boasts a 11-12 on the OU, and Southern Illinois is 13-10.
The power rankings show a disparity between these teams, with the Indiana State Sycamores rated this week at No. 62 and the Southern Illinois Salukis sitting at No. 144.
Statistical Matchup
Scoring and defensive stats point to some betting edges in this matchup. The game features Indiana State's No. 192-ranked scoring average of 69.92 PPG, against a Southern Illinois Salukis defense rated No. 113 and allowing 69.68 PPG. The Indiana State Sycamores FG% has averaged 40.6% to date this season, less than the Southern Illinois Salukis shooters have managed so far (46.11% per game).
Recent Outings Betting Recap
The Salukis endured a 73-59 loss at the hands of the Ramblers on Saturday, despite a 18-point effort from Anthony Beane, Jr. at SIU Arena.
Indiana State suffered a 63-58 loss against Bradley on Saturday, getting 15 points from Devonte Brown in a losing effort at Carver Arena.
Next Betting Matchups
Southern Illinois home to Drake, Saturday, February 13th
Indiana State at Missouri State, Saturday, February 13th