Indiana State Sycamores vs Southern Illinois Salukis predictions, Feb 09, 2026

Feb 09, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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Indiana State

Southern Illinois Salukis

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The upcoming matchup between the Indiana State Sycamores and the Southern Illinois Salukis promises to be an intriguing contest in NCAA college basketball on February 9, 2026. The game will be hosted at Indiana State’s home court, which could provide a crucial advantage for the Sycamores.

Recent performances indicate a challenging period for both teams. Indiana State has secured only 1 win in their last 5 outings, suggesting inconsistencies on both ends of the court. Conversely, Southern Illinois has managed to wrestle 2 victories in the same span, highlighting a slightly more favorable form. Both teams will need to capitalize on their tactical strengths; Indiana State may look to leverage home-court familiarity, while Southern Illinois could aim for a balanced offensive strategy to exploit defensive lapses.

Bookmakers present odds reflecting closely matched competition—with the Sycamores at 1.8 and the Salukis at 1.85. Our model indicates a 54.7% probability of a home win, against a 45.3% chance for an away success. Given the recent form and closely matched odds, this matchup is poised to be competitive, with plenty at stake for both squads as they vie for conference positioning. Ultimately, fans can expect a balanced game with no clear favorite emerging.

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Indiana State
50.7%		 Southern Illinois
49.3%

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Betting Odds

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Pinnacle 1.80 1.85

Latest Results

03.02.26 Evansville Purple Aces basketball – Indiana State Sycamores basketball – 63:84
31.01.26 Indiana State Sycamores basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 72:76 OT
27.01.26 Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – Indiana State Sycamores basketball – 76:74
24.01.26 Indiana State Sycamores basketball – Drake Bulldogs basketball – 62:76
21.01.26 Bradley Braves basketball – Indiana State Sycamores basketball – 75:68		 06.02.26 Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – Murray State Racers basketball – 81:91
03.02.26 Illinois State Redbirds basketball – Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – 50:54
31.01.26 Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – 66:68
28.01.26 Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – 65:50
21.01.26 Valparaiso Beacons basketball – Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – 69:63

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Indiana State won 2.
  • Indiana State has been struggling lately (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Southern Illinois‘s form has been unstable in recent games (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • Southern Illinois may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, both teams have almost equal chances to win.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Indiana State won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 13 matches, and goals 1438:1456. (average 71.9:72.8).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Indiana State won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 788:765. (average 71.6:69.5).

    Latest Head To Head

    06.03.25 Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – Indiana State Sycamores basketball – 86:85
    02.03.25 Indiana State Sycamores basketball – Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – 95:77
    17.02.24 Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – Indiana State Sycamores basketball – 74:69
    28.11.23 Indiana State Sycamores basketball – Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – 77:48
    11.01.23 Indiana State Sycamores basketball – Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – 61:69

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Arizona Wildcats: 5.15 (12.95%)

    2. Michigan Wolverines: 5.88 (11.35%)

    3. Michigan Tech: 6 (11.12%)

    4. Duke Blue Devils: 7.2 (9.26%)

    5. Houston Cougars: 10.8 (6.18%)

    6. Illinois Fighting Illini: 12.2 (5.47%)

    7. Connecticut Huskies: 15.8 (4.22%)

    8. Florida Gators: 17 (3.92%)

    9. Iowa State: 17 (3.92%)

    10. Kansas Jayhawks: 20.6 (3.24%)

    11. Purdue Boilermakers: 25.4 (2.63%)

    12. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 26 (2.57%)

    13. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 31 (2.15%)

    14. Texas Tech: 34.4 (1.94%)

    15. Michigan State: 36 (1.85%)

    16. North Carolina: 51 (1.31%)

    17. Tennessee Volunteers: 67 (1%)

    18. Vanderbilt Commodores: 67 (1%)

    19. Brigham Young: 67 (1%)

    20. Alabama Crimson Tide: 67 (1%)

    21. St. Johns Red Storm: 67 (1%)

    22. Louisville: 81 (0.82%)

    23. Arkansas Razorbacks: 81 (0.82%)

    24. Kentucky Wildcats: 81 (0.82%)

    25. Iowa Hawkeyes: 101 (0.66%)

    26. Virginia Cavaliers: 101 (0.66%)

    27. St. Louis Billikens: 101 (0.66%)

    28. Clemson: 126 (0.53%)

    29. Auburn Tigers: 126 (0.53%)

    30. NC State: 151 (0.44%)

    31. UCF Knights: 201 (0.33%)

    32. Georgia Bulldogs: 201 (0.33%)

    33. Texas A&M: 201 (0.33%)

    34. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.27%)

    35. Indiana Hoosiers: 251 (0.27%)

    36. Wisconsin Badgers: 251 (0.27%)

    37. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.27%)

    38. Miami (FL): 251 (0.27%)

    39. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.27%)

    40. UCLA: 251 (0.27%)

    41. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.19%)

    42. USC Trojans: 351 (0.19%)

    43. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.13%)

    44. Baylor Bears: 501 (0.13%)

    45. Seton Hall Pirates: 501 (0.13%)

    46. New Mexico: 501 (0.13%)

    47. San Diego State: 501 (0.13%)

    48. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.13%)

    49. Missouri Tigers: 751 (0.09%)

    50. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

    51. LSU: 1001 (0.07%)

    52. Ole Miss Rebels: 1001 (0.07%)

    53. TCU: 1001 (0.07%)

    54. Colorado: 1001 (0.07%)

    55. West Virginia: 1001 (0.07%)

    56. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.07%)

    57. Creighton: 1001 (0.07%)

    58. Cincinnati Bearcats: 1001 (0.07%)

    59. Oklahoma Sooners: 1001 (0.07%)

    60. DePaul Blue Demons: 1001 (0.07%)

    61. Stanford Cardinal: 1001 (0.07%)

    62. Miami (Ohio): 1001 (0.07%)

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