Redbird Arena features an NCAA Basketball betting clash between the host Illinois State Redbirds and the visiting Bradley Braves in college hoops betting odds action on Sunday.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
The Bradley Braves were listed as 17-point underdogs at many online sportsbooks, including the odds makers at Sportsbook.
Bradley Braves vs Illinois State Redbirds Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Bradley Braves will look to cover the spread vs the Illinois State Redbirds on Sunday, as the Braves are 10-14 ATS versus the spread this season, while the Redbirds are 12-12 ATS. Bradley is 8-16 against the total, while Illinois State is 11-13 versus the total betting line.
According to new college basketball power rankings here at Odds Shark, it's the No. 73-ranked Illinois State Redbirds and the No. 283-rated Bradley Braves in this matchup.
Statistical Matchup
The game also pits Illinois State's No. 223-ranked offense, averaging 67 PPG, against a Braves defense that ranks No. 101 at 69.38 PPG. The Redbirds field goal percentage has averaged 40.89% so far, more than the Braves marksmen have achieved on the year, 36.74% per game.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
Bradley got 18 points from Dwayne Lautier-Ogunleye but lost anyway, 54-43, to Loyola of Chicago on Wednesday at Carver Arena.
The Redbirds grabbed a 70-60 win over the Purple Aces on Thursday, behind a 18-point effort from Nick Banyard at Ford Center.
Next Betting Matchups
Bradley at Southern Illinois, Wednesday, February 17th
Illinois State at Indiana State, Wednesday, February 17th