Illinois-Chicago Flames vs Southern Illinois Salukis predictions, Jan 07, 2026

Jan 07, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

NCAA College Basketball, on Wednesday,

Illinois-Chicago Flames

Southern Illinois Salukis

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In a highly anticipated NCAA College Basketball matchup, the Illinois-Chicago Flames will face off against the Southern Illinois Salukis on January 7, 2026. The Flames will be looking to turn their recent form around after failing to secure a victory in their last 5 matches. On the other hand, the Salukis have won 2 of their last 5 games and will be aiming to build on their recent success.

The bookmakers have the odds slightly in favor of the Salukis, with 1.6 for an away win compared to 2.12 for a home win for the Flames. Our model prediction also gives a slight advantage to the away team, with a probability of 51.7% for a Salukis victory.

Tactically, both teams will need to focus on their defense to shut down their opponents’ scoring opportunities. The Flames will need to step up their offensive game to break their losing streak, while the Salukis will look to capitalize on their recent wins and maintain their momentum.

With both teams having their strengths and weaknesses, this matchup promises to be an exciting and closely contested game.

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Illinois-Chicago
43%		 Southern Illinois
57%

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Latest Results

04.01.26 Valparaiso Beacons basketball – Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – 66:59
01.01.26 Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – Murray State Racers basketball – 77:81
21.12.25 Charlotte 49ers basketball – Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – 88:76 OT
17.12.25 Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – 54:60
13.12.25 Belmont Bruins basketball – Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – 87:84		 04.01.26 Belmont Bruins basketball – Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – 67:68
01.01.26 Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 75:70
29.12.25 Murray State Racers basketball – Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – 84:81
21.12.25 Bradley Braves basketball – Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – 71:69
18.12.25 Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – Illinois State Redbirds basketball – 68:75

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Illinois-Chicago won 1.
  • Illinois-Chicago has been struggling in recent matches (last 5 games: 0 wins).
  • Southern Illinois has been playing with ups and downs recently (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • Illinois-Chicago may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • The chances of victory for both teams are nearly identical in this match.
  • In the last 8 head-to-head matches, Illinois-Chicago won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 548:589. (average 68.5:73.6).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Illinois-Chicago won 0 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 221:231. (average 73.7:77).

    Latest Head To Head

    08.02.25 Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – 79:67
    25.01.25 Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – 85:89
    07.03.24 Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – 82:84 OT
    03.02.24 Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – 71:74
    30.12.23 Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – 62:50

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.3 (11.05%)

    2. Michigan Tech: 4.4 (10.8%)

    3. Arizona Wildcats: 8.8 (5.4%)

    4. Connecticut Huskies: 10.2 (4.66%)

    5. Iowa State: 11 (4.32%)

    6. Purdue Boilermakers: 13 (3.66%)

    7. Duke Blue Devils: 13.6 (3.5%)

    8. Houston Cougars: 15.2 (3.13%)

    9. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 16.8 (2.83%)

    10. Illinois Fighting Illini: 26 (1.83%)

    11. Michigan State: 27 (1.76%)

    12. Brigham Young: 27 (1.76%)

    13. Michigan State Spartans W: 29 (1.64%)

    14. Vanderbilt Commodores: 29.4 (1.62%)

    15. Alabama Crimson Tide: 30.4 (1.56%)

    16. Florida Gators: 33.4 (1.42%)

    17. Kansas Jayhawks: 33.4 (1.42%)

    18. Louisville: 34 (1.4%)

    19. Arkansas State: 34 (1.4%)

    20. Arkansas Razorbacks: 38.25 (1.24%)

    21. Texas Tech: 41 (1.16%)

    22. Tennessee Volunteers: 43 (1.11%)

    23. North Carolina: 43 (1.11%)

    24. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 50.2 (0.95%)

    25. Kentucky Wildcats: 52.2 (0.91%)

    26. St. Johns Sonics: 75 (0.63%)

    27. Iowa Hawkeyes: 80.2 (0.59%)

    28. Virginia Cavaliers: 80.2 (0.59%)

    29. St. Johns Red Storm: 81.5 (0.58%)

    30. VCU Rams: 100 (0.48%)

    31. UC Irvine: 100 (0.48%)

    32. Dayton Flyers: 100 (0.48%)

    33. High Point: 100 (0.48%)

    34. Seton Hall Pirates: 100 (0.48%)

    35. UC San Diego: 100 (0.48%)

    36. George Mason: 100 (0.48%)

    37. St. Marys (CA): 100 (0.48%)

    38. McNeese State: 100 (0.48%)

    39. Utah State: 100 (0.48%)

    40. Penn State: 100 (0.48%)

    41. Yale: 100 (0.48%)

    42. St. Louis Billikens: 100 (0.48%)

    43. Georgetown: 100 (0.48%)

    44. Troy: 100 (0.48%)

    45. Akron Zips: 100 (0.48%)

    46. Saint Marys: 100 (0.48%)

    47. Boston College: 100 (0.48%)

    48. Saint-Louis: 100 (0.48%)

    49. California Maritime: 100 (0.48%)

    50. Georgetown Hoyas W: 100 (0.48%)

    51. Miami Hurricanes W: 100 (0.48%)

    52. UC San Diego Tritons W: 100 (0.48%)

    53. Baylor Bears: 100.2 (0.47%)

    54. SMU Mustangs: 100.2 (0.47%)

    55. UCLA: 105.2 (0.45%)

    56. UCF Knights: 110.2 (0.43%)

    57. Clemson: 110.2 (0.43%)

    58. Auburn Tigers: 110.2 (0.43%)

    59. Villanova Wildcats: 120.2 (0.4%)

    60. Indiana Hoosiers: 120.2 (0.4%)

    61. Missouri Tigers: 120.2 (0.4%)

    62. Georgia Bulldogs: 120.2 (0.4%)

    63. USC Trojans: 120.2 (0.4%)

    64. NC State: 120.2 (0.4%)

    65. Virginia Tech: 130.2 (0.37%)

    66. Wisconsin Badgers: 130.2 (0.37%)

    67. Ohio State Buckeyes: 130.2 (0.37%)

    68. Stanford Cardinal: 130.2 (0.37%)

    69. Miami (FL): 137.75 (0.35%)

    70. LSU: 150.2 (0.32%)

    71. TCU: 150.2 (0.32%)

    72. San Diego State: 150.2 (0.32%)

    73. Texas Longhorns: 150.2 (0.32%)

    74. Texas A&M: 150.2 (0.32%)

    75. Wake Forest: 180.2 (0.26%)

    76. Syracuse Orange: 180.2 (0.26%)

    77. Butler Bulldogs: 180.2 (0.26%)

    78. Creighton: 180.2 (0.26%)

    79. Oklahoma Sooners: 180.2 (0.26%)

    80. Oklahoma State: 180.2 (0.26%)

    81. Oregon Ducks: 180.2 (0.26%)

    82. Boise State: 230.2 (0.21%)

    83. Memphis Tigers: 230.2 (0.21%)

    84. Kansas State: 230.2 (0.21%)

    85. Washington Huskies: 230.2 (0.21%)

    86. West Virginia: 230.2 (0.21%)

    87. New Mexico: 230.2 (0.21%)

    88. Cincinnati Bearcats: 230.2 (0.21%)

    89. Arizona State: 230.2 (0.21%)

    90. California Golden Bears: 262.75 (0.18%)

    91. Ole Miss Rebels: 262.75 (0.18%)

    92. Maryland Terrapins: 280.2 (0.17%)

    93. South Carolina Gamecocks: 280.2 (0.17%)

    94. Marquette: 280.2 (0.17%)

    95. Colorado State: 280.2 (0.17%)

    96. Pittsburgh Panthers: 280.2 (0.17%)

    97. Colorado: 280.2 (0.17%)

    98. Utah Utes: 280.2 (0.17%)

    99. Northwestern Wildcats: 280.2 (0.17%)

    100. Notre Dame: 280.2 (0.17%)

    101. Xavier Musketeers: 280.2 (0.17%)

    102. Mississippi St.: 280.2 (0.17%)

    103. Georgia Tech: 280.2 (0.17%)

    104. DePaul Blue Demons: 280.2 (0.17%)

    105. Providence Friars: 280.2 (0.17%)

    106. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 280.2 (0.17%)

    107. Florida State: 280.2 (0.17%)

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