Milon Shil All About Entertainment, Lander World The Southern Illinois Salukis and Illinois State Redbirds are set to face off on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at CEFCU Arena in Normal, Illinois. Here’s everything you need to know about how to watch the game live and some predictions for the matchup.
How to Watch the Game
The game will be broadcast live on ESPN+. If you prefer to stream the game online, you can watch it on Fubo. Keep in mind that regional restrictions may apply, so make sure you’re in an area where the stream is available.
Game Details
- Date: Sunday, January 5, 2025
- Time: 4:00 PM ET
- Location: CEFCU Arena, Normal, Illinois
- TV Channel: ESPN+
- Live Stream: Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
Prediction
The Southern Illinois Salukis come into this game with a 5-9 record, while the Illinois State Redbirds are at 9-5. Southern Illinois has struggled recently, losing three consecutive games, including a 68-53 loss to Evansville. Illinois State, on the other hand, has won six of their last seven games, including a 74-68 victory over Murray State.
Illinois State is favored to win this game, with odds of -6.5 points. The over/under for the game is set at 142.5 points. Illinois State has a strong offense, averaging 78.7 points per game, while Southern Illinois has struggled defensively, giving up 74.6 points per game.
Key Players to Watch
Southern Illinois Salukis:
- Kennard Davis: Leading scorer with 19 points per game and 10 rebounds per game.
- Ali Abdou Dibba: Averaging 12 points per game.
Illinois State Redbirds:
- Johnny Kinziger: Leading scorer with 17 points per game.
- Caden Boser: Averaging 17 points per game.
Betting Insights
Illinois State has a strong home record and has won five of their last six games at CEFCU Arena. Southern Illinois, however, has struggled on the road, losing each of their last four road games. The Redbirds have also covered the spread in six of their last seven games.
Conclusion
This matchup promises to be an exciting game, with Illinois State looking to extend their winning streak and Southern Illinois aiming to snap their three-game losing skid. Whether you’re watching on TV or streaming online, it’s sure to be a thrilling contest.
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