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(NCAAB) Southern Illinois vs. Illinois State,
Point Spread: 8.00 | -102.00 Southern Illinois (Away)
Result: Loss
Taking SOUTHERN ILLINOIS here. Why wouldn't this be a close, ugly game? 50-46, 60-53 tell us this will be a defensive battle. Even though Illinois State went 18-1 in conference (Wichita), they are not really designed to be a blow-out winner most nights. In a close game, the crowd will be with the Salukis and the Red Birds might start to feel the pressure as a tight game progresses. 4* Money Maker SOUTHERN ILLINOIS