Match Analysis: Illinois St Redbirds vs Missouri St Bears – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: March 6, 2025
- Time: 8:30 PM UTC
- Location: Enterprise Center, St. Louis, MO
Game Overview
The Illinois State Redbirds face off against the Missouri State Bears in the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament. Illinois State has shown strong offense, averaging 76.7 points per game, while Missouri State struggles with scoring, averaging 68.9 points per game.
Key Factors to Consider
- Illinois State has a strong offense, ranking 105th in scoring with 76.7 points per game. They also excel in three-point shooting, making 10.3 threes per game. Missouri State, however, has struggled with scoring, ranking 301st with 68.9 points per game.
- Missouri State has a 4-2 ATS record in their last six games against Illinois State, but they are 0-5 SU in their last five meetings.
- No significant injury reports are available for this matchup.
- The tournament setting at Enterprise Center could impact team performance due to neutral site conditions.
- Both teams are highly motivated to advance in the tournament, but Illinois State's stronger regular season performance may give them an edge in confidence.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | -240 (Illinois St), 195 (Missouri St) | Illinois St | ★★★★☆ 75% |
Spread | -5.5 (Illinois St) -114, 5.5 (Missouri St) -106 | Illinois St -5.5 | ★★★☆☆ 60% |
Over_under | Over 134.5 -110, Under 134.5 -110 | Over 134.5 | ★★★☆☆ 55% |
Predicted Outcome
Illinois State is likely to win due to their superior offense and recent performance against Missouri State.
Predicted Score: Illinois St 78, Missouri St 72