Illinois-Chicago Flames vs Illinois State Redbirds predictions, Feb 15, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

7 months ago

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On February 15, 2026, the Illinois-Chicago Flames will host the Illinois State Redbirds in what promises to be a competitive NCAA basketball matchup. Both teams come into this contest having found a measure of consistency, winning 3 of their last 5 games.

The Flames have shown resilience at home, leveraging their offensive capabilities to engage in fast-paced, high-scoring games, which may put pressure on the Redbirds’ defense. They will look to capitalize on their home-court advantage and maintain their scoring momentum.

On the other hand, the Redbirds have displayed solid overall form, showcasing their ability to win crucial games through adept ball movement and perimeter shooting. Their recent performances indicate a team that has adapted well to various game situations, making them a tough opponent.

Bookmaker odds suggest a closely matched contest, with Illinois-Chicago favored slightly at 1.86 compared to Illinois State’s 1.80. Predictive models indicate a narrow edge for an away win at 50.9%, contrasted with a 49.1% chance for a Flames victory.

As both teams look to improve their standing, fans can expect an engaging and tightly contested battle. No outcome is guaranteed, making this matchup one to watch closely.

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Illinois-Chicago
49.2%

Illinois State
50.8%

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Betting Odds

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	1.86		1.80

Latest Results

12.02.26 Drake Bulldogs basketball – Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – 70:80
06.02.26 Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – Belmont Bruins basketball – 62:68
03.02.26 Murray State Racers basketball – Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – 81:74
31.01.26 Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – 66:68
27.01.26 Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – Indiana State Sycamores basketball – 76:74

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
03.02.26 Illinois State Redbirds basketball – Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – 50:54
28.01.26 Murray State Racers basketball – Illinois State Redbirds basketball – 65:70

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Illinois-Chicago won 3.

Both teams are showing inconsistent performances lately.

Illinois-Chicago may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.

In this match, both teams are almost equally likely to win.

In the last 11 head-to-head matches, Illinois-Chicago won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 747:736. (average 67.9:66.9).

Including home matches between the teams, Illinois-Chicago won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 352:348. (average 70.4:69.6).

Latest Head To Head

10.01.26 Illinois State Redbirds basketball – Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – 59:63 OT
05.02.25 Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – Illinois State Redbirds basketball – 79:81
29.12.24 Illinois State Redbirds basketball – Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – 67:73
07.02.24 Illinois State Redbirds basketball – Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – 56:61
30.11.23 Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – Illinois State Redbirds basketball – 64:69

Standings

NCAA College Basketball Outrights

1. Arizona Wildcats: 4.95 (9.37%)

2. Michigan Wolverines: 5.5 (8.43%)

3. Michigan Tech: 5.5 (8.43%)

4. Duke Blue Devils: 7.9 (5.87%)

5. Houston Cougars: 8.9 (5.21%)

6. Illinois Fighting Illini: 14.6 (3.18%)

7. Florida Gators: 14.8 (3.13%)

8. Kansas Jayhawks: 15.4 (3.01%)

9. Connecticut Huskies: 16.8 (2.76%)

10. Iowa State: 18.2 (2.55%)

11. Purdue Boilermakers: 20.8 (2.23%)

12. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 30 (1.55%)

13. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 30.4 (1.53%)

14. Texas Tech: 32 (1.45%)

15. Vanderbilt Commodores: 36.4 (1.27%)

16. St. Johns Sonics: 41 (1.13%)

17. Michigan State Spartans W: 41 (1.13%)

18. Arkansas Razorbacks: 43 (1.08%)

19. Michigan State: 43.5 (1.07%)

20. Alabama Crimson Tide: 46.2 (1%)

21. Brigham Young: 53.4 (0.87%)

22. St. Johns Red Storm: 53.4 (0.87%)

23. Virginia Cavaliers: 60.2 (0.77%)

24. Tennessee Volunteers: 65.4 (0.71%)

25. Louisville: 68.2 (0.68%)

26. Kentucky Wildcats: 68.2 (0.68%)

27. St. Louis Billikens: 72.2 (0.64%)

28. North Carolina: 72.2 (0.64%)

29. VCU Rams: 100 (0.46%)

30. Maryland Terrapins: 100 (0.46%)

31. South Carolina Gamecocks: 100 (0.46%)

32. Boise State: 100 (0.46%)

33. UC Irvine: 100 (0.46%)

34. LSU: 100 (0.46%)

35. Dayton Flyers: 100 (0.46%)

36. Colorado State: 100 (0.46%)

37. High Point: 100 (0.46%)

38. Wake Forest: 100 (0.46%)

39. Memphis Tigers: 100 (0.46%)

40. Pittsburgh Panthers: 100 (0.46%)

41. Kansas State: 100 (0.46%)

42. Washington Huskies: 100 (0.46%)

43. Colorado: 100 (0.46%)

44. Northwestern Wildcats: 100 (0.46%)

45. Notre Dame: 100 (0.46%)

46. Liberty: 100 (0.46%)

47. Butler Bulldogs: 100 (0.46%)

48. UC San Diego: 100 (0.46%)

49. George Mason: 100 (0.46%)

50. Xavier Musketeers: 100 (0.46%)

51. St. Marys (CA): 100 (0.46%)

52. Mississippi St.: 100 (0.46%)

53. McNeese State: 100 (0.46%)

54. Utah State: 100 (0.46%)

55. Creighton: 100 (0.46%)

56. Cincinnati Bearcats: 100 (0.46%)

57. Providence Friars: 100 (0.46%)

58. Santa Clara: 100 (0.46%)

59. Arizona State: 100 (0.46%)

60. Texas A&M: 100 (0.46%)

61. Penn State: 100 (0.46%)

62. Yale: 100 (0.46%)

63. Oregon Ducks: 100 (0.46%)

64. Georgetown: 100 (0.46%)

65. Akron Zips: 100 (0.46%)

66. Saint Marys: 100 (0.46%)

67. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 100 (0.46%)

68. Florida State: 100 (0.46%)

69. Georgetown Hoyas W: 100 (0.46%)

70. Miami Hurricanes W: 100 (0.46%)

71. UC San Diego Tritons W: 100 (0.46%)

72. Wisconsin Badgers: 100.2 (0.46%)

73. Iowa Hawkeyes: 100.2 (0.46%)

74. Clemson: 105.2 (0.44%)

75. Auburn Tigers: 110.2 (0.42%)

76. NC State: 110.2 (0.42%)

77. Miami (FL): 119 (0.39%)

78. UCF Knights: 120.2 (0.39%)

79. Villanova Wildcats: 130.2 (0.36%)

80. Indiana Hoosiers: 130.2 (0.36%)

81. SMU Mustangs: 130.2 (0.36%)

82. Texas Longhorns: 130.2 (0.36%)

83. UCLA: 130.2 (0.36%)

84. Ohio State Buckeyes: 150.2 (0.31%)

85. Georgia Bulldogs: 150.2 (0.31%)

86. USC Trojans: 150.2 (0.31%)

87. Virginia Tech: 180.2 (0.26%)

88. Baylor Bears: 180.2 (0.26%)

89. Seton Hall Pirates: 180.2 (0.26%)

90. New Mexico: 180.2 (0.26%)

91. San Diego State: 180.2 (0.26%)

92. Oklahoma State: 180.2 (0.26%)

93. Missouri Tigers: 230.2 (0.2%)

94. Miami (Ohio): 230.2 (0.2%)

95. California Golden Bears: 280.2 (0.17%)

96. Ole Miss Rebels: 280.2 (0.17%)

97. TCU: 280.2 (0.17%)

98. West Virginia: 280.2 (0.17%)

99. Syracuse Orange: 280.2 (0.17%)

100. Oklahoma Sooners: 280.2 (0.17%)

101. Stanford Cardinal: 280.2 (0.17%)

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