Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our Southern Illinois vs Evansville NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Evansville.
Southern Illinois vs Evansville Prediction
Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Salukis versus the Aces? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Ford Center in Evansville, IN. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 140 points, and Evansville is favored by -1 to win at home against Southern Illinois.
Southern Illinois vs. Evansville Matchup At A Glance
- Sport: NCAAB
- Teams: Southern Illinois Salukis at Evansville Aces
- Where: Evansville at Ford Center
- Date: Wednesday, February 5th
- Betting Odds EVANS -1, SILL -105 | EVANS -115 O/U 140
Salukis Preview: Are Southern Illinois Ready for a Road Win?
Southern Illinois Salukis Recent Game/Games
The Salukis dropped to 8-13 on the season following a 75-65 home loss to Drake on Saturday. Southern Illinois entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.
After trailing 28-27 at halftime, the Salukis allowed 47 points in the 2nd half while scoring 38 of their own. The total points for the game ended at 140, going over the pre-game O/U line of 127.5.
Salukis Offense Breakdown
Southern Illinois put up 65 points in their last game, shooting 51.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.6%. They hit 57.6% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 4-for-12 from three-point range. At the free-throw line, they converted 15 of 19 attempts, good for 78.9%.
The Salukis grabbed 9 offensive rebounds and dished out 7 assists. Bennett Stirtz led the way with 30 points and 5 assists, shooting 64.7% overall and 75.0% from three. Kennard Davis Jr. added 22 points, hitting 66.7% from deep, while Tavion Banks chipped in 21 points, shooting 77.8% from the field.
Salukis Team Defense
Southern Illinois struggled defensively, giving up 75 points on 51% shooting from the field. The Salukis allowed 57% shooting on two-point attempts, with their opponent hitting 19 of 33 shots inside the arc.
From three-point range, Southern Illinois held their opponent to 4 made threes on 12 attempts, a 33% shooting rate. The Salukis also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 15 attempts, shooting 78%.
Aces Preview: Will the Evansville Defense Show Up at Home?
Evansville Aces Recent Game/Games
The Aces improved to 8-14 on the season with an 80-75 road win over Belmont on Sunday. Evansville entered the game as +10.5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.
Trailing 38-37 at halftime, the Aces outscored Belmont 43-37 in the second half to secure the win. The game’s total points of 155 went over the pre-game line of 150.5.
Aces Offense Breakdown
Evansville's offense put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 41.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46.2%. They connected on 35% of their threes, going 7-for-20, and hit 76% from the free-throw line, making 19 of 25 attempts. The Aces also grabbed 18 offensive rebounds and dished out 15 assists.
Gabriel Pozzato led the way with 22 points, shooting 54.5% from the floor. Jonathan Pierre and Tayshawn Comer each added 19 points, with Comer also contributing 6 assists. Sam Orme was efficient from deep, hitting 3 of 4 threes, finishing with 15 points.
Aces Team Defense
Evansville's defense gave up 75 points on 42% shooting from the field, as their opponent hit 28 of 66 shots. Inside the arc, they allowed 46% shooting, with the other team making 15 of 32 two-point attempts.
From three-point range, Evansville's defense conceded 13 threes on 34 attempts, a 38% success rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 10 times, where they made 6 shots, and gave up 13 offensive rebounds.
Salukis vs Aces Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis
- When looking at their past three road matchups, Southern Illinois has an ATS record of 3-0 while averaging 80 per game. The team went 3-0 overall in these games.
- Through their last ten home contests, the Aces offense has averaged 57 points per game while allowing an average of 71. Evansville posted an overall record of 3-7 while going 4-6 ATS.
- The last ten games that Southern Illinois was the underdog, they have an ATS mark of 4-6 while going 3-7 straight up.
- Through their previous five contests as the betting favorite, the Aces have a strong record of 3-2. Their record vs the spread in these matchups is 2-3.
Southern Illinois vs Evansville Prediction & Free Pick
- KnupSports.com Free Betting Prediction: Evansville -1 Be sure to check out our other NCAA Basketball betting previews for this week. KnupSports.com also updates their sports betting picks page daily with plays across all sports.