Match Analysis: Illinois St Redbirds vs Evansville Purple Aces – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-03-02
- Time: 8:00 PM UTC
- Location: CEFCU Arena, Normal, IL
Game Overview
Illinois State Redbirds host Evansville Purple Aces in a Missouri Valley Conference matchup. Illinois State is favored due to their stronger offense and recent performance, while Evansville has shown defensive prowess in previous meetings.
Key Factors to Consider
- Illinois State has a strong offense, averaging 79.1 points per game with a 49.8% field goal percentage. Evansville, however, has struggled with scoring, averaging 64.9 points per game. Evansville's defense has been effective, particularly in their recent win against Illinois State.
- Illinois State has won six of their last ten games against Evansville, but Evansville won their most recent matchup 69-51 on January 8, 2025.
- No specific injury reports are available for this matchup.
- Illinois State is celebrating Senior Day, which could boost their motivation and home crowd support.
- Both teams are motivated, but Illinois State's Senior Day and desire to avenge their recent loss could give them an edge.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | Evansville: 410, Illinois State: -590 | Illinois State | ★★★★☆ 85% |
Spread | Evansville: +10.5 -110, Illinois State: -10.5 -110 | Illinois State | ★★★☆☆ 60% |
Over_under | Over: 142.5 -110, Under: 142.5 -110 | Over | ★★★☆☆ 55% |
Predicted Outcome
Illinois State Redbirds are likely to win due to their strong offense and home advantage.
Predicted Score: Illinois State 80, Evansville 65