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The upcoming NCAA basketball showdown between the Bradley Braves and Illinois State Redbirds on February 21, 2026, promises to be an intriguing contest, given both teams’ recent form. The Braves have secured victories in 3 of their last 5 outings, showcasing their capacity to perform effectively on their home court. This advantage is reflected in the bookmakers’ odds, favoring Bradley at 1.56 for a home win, suggesting a degree of confidence in their capabilities.
On the other hand, the Redbirds have mirrored this form with 3 wins in their last 5 games, indicating a competitive resilience that cannot be overlooked. With odds of 2.22 for an away victory, Illinois State will be looking to leverage their momentum as they aim to challenge the Braves at their home venue.
Both teams exhibit tactical strengths, with Bradley often relying on strong defense combined with a quick transition offense, while Illinois State features a balanced attack that can adapt to different game situations.
With a predicted probability of 56.5% for a home win and 43.5% for an away win, this matchup presents a closely contested dynamic. While the Braves hold the home advantage, the Redbirds’ recent form highlights that an upset is certainly within reach.
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| Bradley 61.9% |
Illinois State 38.1% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 74:70
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.51 | 2.5 | ||
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1.53 | 2.45 | ||
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1.52 | 2.3 |
Latest Results
| 18.02.26 Valparaiso Beacons basketball – Bradley Braves basketball – 79:72 15.02.26 Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – Bradley Braves basketball – 60:70 09.02.26 Bradley Braves basketball – Belmont Bruins basketball – 95:84 OT 06.02.26 Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – Bradley Braves basketball – 61:49 03.02.26 Bradley Braves basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 72:65 |
18.02.26 Illinois State Redbirds basketball – Murray State Racers basketball – 78:61 15.02.26 Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – Illinois State Redbirds basketball – 83:56 12.02.26 Illinois State Redbirds basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 86:64 09.02.26 Evansville Purple Aces basketball – Illinois State Redbirds basketball – 88:80 06.02.26 Illinois State Redbirds basketball – Drake Bulldogs basketball – 86:76 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 17.01.26 Illinois State Redbirds basketball – Bradley Braves basketball – 88:62 19.02.25 Illinois State Redbirds basketball – Bradley Braves basketball – 82:71 25.01.25 Bradley Braves basketball – Illinois State Redbirds basketball – 61:57 24.02.24 Bradley Braves basketball – Illinois State Redbirds basketball – 48:45 03.02.24 Illinois State Redbirds basketball – Bradley Braves basketball – 60:73 |
Standings
NCAA College Basketball Outrights
1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.25 (17.74%)
2. Arizona Wildcats: 6 (12.57%)
3. Duke Blue Devils: 7.5 (10.05%)
4. Houston Cougars: 8 (9.42%)
5. Iowa State: 13 (5.8%)
6. Florida Gators: 14 (5.39%)
7. Illinois Fighting Illini: 14 (5.39%)
8. Connecticut Huskies: 17 (4.44%)
9. Kansas Jayhawks: 21 (3.59%)
10. Purdue Boilermakers: 26 (2.9%)
11. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 41 (1.84%)
12. Michigan State: 51 (1.48%)
13. Arkansas Razorbacks: 51 (1.48%)
14. Tennessee Volunteers: 67 (1.13%)
15. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 67 (1.13%)
16. Louisville: 67 (1.13%)
17. Vanderbilt Commodores: 67 (1.13%)
18. Alabama Crimson Tide: 67 (1.13%)
19. St. Johns Red Storm: 67 (1.13%)
20. Virginia Cavaliers: 81 (0.93%)
21. North Carolina: 101 (0.75%)
22. Wisconsin Badgers: 126 (0.6%)
23. Clemson: 126 (0.6%)
24. Brigham Young: 126 (0.6%)
25. Kentucky Wildcats: 126 (0.6%)
26. Iowa Hawkeyes: 151 (0.5%)
27. St. Louis Billikens: 151 (0.5%)
28. NC State: 151 (0.5%)
29. Texas Tech: 201 (0.38%)
30. UCF Knights: 201 (0.38%)
31. Texas A&M: 201 (0.38%)
32. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.3%)
33. Indiana Hoosiers: 251 (0.3%)
34. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.3%)
35. Auburn Tigers: 251 (0.3%)
36. Miami (FL): 251 (0.3%)
37. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.3%)
38. UCLA: 251 (0.3%)
39. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.21%)
40. Georgia Bulldogs: 351 (0.21%)
41. USC Trojans: 351 (0.21%)
42. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.15%)
43. Baylor Bears: 501 (0.15%)
44. Seton Hall Pirates: 501 (0.15%)
45. New Mexico: 501 (0.15%)
46. San Diego State: 501 (0.15%)
47. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.15%)
48. Missouri Tigers: 751 (0.1%)
49. Santa Clara: 751 (0.1%)
50. Miami (Ohio): 751 (0.1%)
51. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.08%)
52. TCU: 1001 (0.08%)
53. West Virginia: 1001 (0.08%)
54. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.08%)
55. Creighton: 1001 (0.08%)
56. Oklahoma Sooners: 1001 (0.08%)
57. Stanford Cardinal: 1001 (0.08%)
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