Belmont Bruins vs Illinois State Redbirds predictions, Jan 24, 2026

Jan 24, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

NCAA College Basketball, on Saturday,

Belmont

Illinois State

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In an exciting NCAA College Basketball matchup, the Belmont Bruins will face off against the Illinois State Redbirds on January 24, 2026. The Belmont Bruins have been in solid form recently, winning 4 of their last 5 matches, showcasing their ability to compete at a high level. On the other hand, the Illinois State Redbirds have won 2 of their last 5 matches, but have shown resilience and determination in their performances.

The bookmakers have placed the Belmont Bruins as the favorites with odds of 1.4, compared to the Illinois State Redbirds with odds of 2.89. Our model prediction also favors the Belmont Bruins with a 59% chance of a home win, leaving a 41% chance for an away win.

Both teams will need to bring their A-game to the court, as they look to capitalize on their strengths and exploit any weaknesses in their opponents. It will be a closely contested match, and the outcome could go either way. Fans can expect an intense and thrilling matchup between these two talented teams.

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Belmont
67.4%		 Illinois State
32.6%

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Betting Odds

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Latest Results

17.01.26 Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – Belmont Bruins basketball – 68:73
13.01.26 Belmont Bruins basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 78:74
10.01.26 Drake Bulldogs basketball – Belmont Bruins basketball – 76:78
07.01.26 Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – Belmont Bruins basketball – 65:78
04.01.26 Belmont Bruins basketball – Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – 67:68		 21.01.26 Illinois State Redbirds basketball – Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – 59:54
17.01.26 Illinois State Redbirds basketball – Bradley Braves basketball – 88:62
14.01.26 Indiana State Sycamores basketball – Illinois State Redbirds basketball – 94:89
10.01.26 Illinois State Redbirds basketball – Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – 59:63 OT
07.01.26 Valparaiso Beacons basketball – Illinois State Redbirds basketball – 77:71

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Belmont won 3.
  • Belmont is in very good shape right now (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • Illinois State has been playing with ups and downs recently (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • Illinois State may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, Belmont is a strong favorite.
  • We predict that Belmont will win today’s game, with odds of 1.4.
  • In the last 9 head-to-head matches, Belmont won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 726:708. (average 80.7:78.7).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Belmont won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 432:384. (average 86.4:76.8).

    Latest Head To Head

    07.03.25 Belmont Bruins basketball – Illinois State Redbirds basketball – 76:63
    29.01.25 Illinois State Redbirds basketball – Belmont Bruins basketball – 81:78
    04.12.24 Belmont Bruins basketball – Illinois State Redbirds basketball – 99:97 OT
    23.01.24 Illinois State Redbirds basketball – Belmont Bruins basketball – 77:67
    10.01.24 Belmont Bruins basketball – Illinois State Redbirds basketball – 67:60

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 5 (11.29%)

    2. Arizona Wildcats: 5.9 (9.57%)

    3. Duke Blue Devils: 10.4 (5.43%)

    4. Houston Cougars: 10.4 (5.43%)

    5. Connecticut Huskies: 11.6 (4.87%)

    6. Purdue Boilermakers: 13.8 (4.09%)

    7. Florida Gators: 15 (3.76%)

    8. Iowa State: 18.2 (3.1%)

    9. Illinois Fighting Illini: 19.8 (2.85%)

    10. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 20 (2.82%)

    11. Brigham Young: 24.6 (2.29%)

    12. Vanderbilt Commodores: 31 (1.82%)

    13. Alabama Crimson Tide: 31 (1.82%)

    14. Michigan State Spartans W: 31 (1.82%)

    15. Michigan State: 32.25 (1.75%)

    16. Texas Tech: 33 (1.71%)

    17. Kansas Jayhawks: 35 (1.61%)

    18. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 36 (1.57%)

    19. Arkansas Razorbacks: 37 (1.53%)

    20. Virginia Cavaliers: 39 (1.45%)

    21. St. Johns Sonics: 46 (1.23%)

    22. St. Johns Red Storm: 57.25 (0.99%)

    23. Louisville: 58.2 (0.97%)

    24. Kentucky Wildcats: 80.2 (0.7%)

    25. North Carolina: 88.2 (0.64%)

    26. Tennessee Volunteers: 92.2 (0.61%)

    27. Iowa Hawkeyes: 97.2 (0.58%)

    28. VCU Rams: 100 (0.56%)

    29. Boise State: 100 (0.56%)

    30. UC Irvine: 100 (0.56%)

    31. Dayton Flyers: 100 (0.56%)

    32. High Point: 100 (0.56%)

    33. Wake Forest: 100 (0.56%)

    34. Liberty: 100 (0.56%)

    35. UC San Diego: 100 (0.56%)

    36. George Mason: 100 (0.56%)

    37. St. Marys (CA): 100 (0.56%)

    38. McNeese State: 100 (0.56%)

    39. Utah State: 100 (0.56%)

    40. Santa Clara: 100 (0.56%)

    41. Yale: 100 (0.56%)

    42. Saint Marys: 100 (0.56%)

    43. Miami Hurricanes W: 100 (0.56%)

    44. UC San Diego Tritons W: 100 (0.56%)

    45. Clemson: 105.2 (0.54%)

    46. Georgia Bulldogs: 115.2 (0.49%)

    47. Indiana Hoosiers: 120.2 (0.47%)

    48. Wisconsin Badgers: 120.2 (0.47%)

    49. SMU Mustangs: 120.2 (0.47%)

    50. UCLA: 120.2 (0.47%)

    51. St. Louis Billikens: 120.2 (0.47%)

    52. NC State: 120.2 (0.47%)

    53. Villanova Wildcats: 130.2 (0.43%)

    54. Baylor Bears: 130.2 (0.43%)

    55. Auburn Tigers: 130.2 (0.43%)

    56. Texas Longhorns: 130.2 (0.43%)

    57. Texas A&M: 130.2 (0.43%)

    58. Miami (FL): 137.75 (0.41%)

    59. UCF Knights: 150.2 (0.38%)

    60. Seton Hall Pirates: 150.2 (0.38%)

    61. Ohio State Buckeyes: 150.2 (0.38%)

    62. San Diego State: 150.2 (0.38%)

    63. Missouri Tigers: 150.2 (0.38%)

    64. USC Trojans: 150.2 (0.38%)

    65. Virginia Tech: 180.2 (0.31%)

    66. TCU: 180.2 (0.31%)

    67. Creighton: 180.2 (0.31%)

    68. Oklahoma Sooners: 180.2 (0.31%)

    69. Stanford Cardinal: 180.2 (0.31%)

    70. Oklahoma State: 180.2 (0.31%)

    71. LSU: 230.2 (0.25%)

    72. Ole Miss Rebels: 230.2 (0.25%)

    73. West Virginia: 230.2 (0.25%)

    74. New Mexico: 230.2 (0.25%)

    75. Butler Bulldogs: 230.2 (0.25%)

    76. Memphis Tigers: 280.2 (0.2%)

    77. Syracuse Orange: 280.2 (0.2%)

    78. Cincinnati Bearcats: 280.2 (0.2%)

    79. DePaul Blue Demons: 280.2 (0.2%)

    80. Miami (Ohio): 280.2 (0.2%)

    81. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 280.2 (0.2%)

    82. Kansas State: 751 (0.08%)

    83. Oregon Ducks: 751 (0.08%)

    84. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.06%)

    85. Maryland Terrapins: 1001 (0.06%)

    86. South Carolina Gamecocks: 1001 (0.06%)

    87. Marquette: 1001 (0.06%)

    88. Colorado State: 1001 (0.06%)

    89. Pittsburgh Panthers: 1001 (0.06%)

    90. Washington Huskies: 1001 (0.06%)

    91. Colorado: 1001 (0.06%)

    92. Utah Utes: 1001 (0.06%)

    93. Northwestern Wildcats: 1001 (0.06%)

    94. Notre Dame: 1001 (0.06%)

    95. Xavier Musketeers: 1001 (0.06%)

    96. Mississippi St.: 1001 (0.06%)

    97. Georgia Tech: 1001 (0.06%)

    98. Providence Friars: 1001 (0.06%)

    99. Arizona State: 1001 (0.06%)

    100. Florida State: 1001 (0.06%)

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