Southern Illinois Salukis vs Valparaiso Beacons predictions, Jan 01, 2026

Jan 01, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

NCAA College Basketball, on Thursday,

Southern Illinois Salukis

Valparaiso

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In an upcoming NCAA College Basketball matchup on January 1, 2026, the Southern Illinois Salukis will face off against the Valparaiso Beacons at home.

Looking at recent form, the Southern Illinois Salukis have won 1 of their last 5 matches, showing some inconsistency in their performance. On the other hand, the Valparaiso Beacons have struggled more, failing to secure a win in their last 5 matches.

When considering the bookmakers’ odds, the Southern Illinois Salukis are favored with odds of 1.24 as the home team, while the Valparaiso Beacons are the underdogs with odds of 3.48.

In terms of tactical strengths, the Southern Illinois Salukis may look to capitalize on their home court advantage and recent form to secure a victory. Meanwhile, the Valparaiso Beacons will need to regroup and find a way to overcome their recent struggles to compete with the Salukis.

Overall, this matchup is poised to be an interesting one, with both teams having their own strengths and weaknesses. The outcome is uncertain, making it a game worth watching for basketball fans.

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Southern Illinois
76.7%		 Valparaiso
23.3%

Prediction (the most likely score): 77:68

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Betting Odds

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betsson 1.22 3.9
MarathonBet 1.26 3.55
WilliamHill 1.22 4.1
Pinnacle 1.24 3.48
Best for US Customers 1.2 4.75

Latest Results

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
13.12.25 Richmond Spiders basketball – Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – 93:84 OT
10.12.25 Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – Tennessee-Martin Skyhawks basketball – 83:54		 29.12.25 Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 58:48
21.12.25 Valparaiso Beacons basketball – Murray State Racers basketball – 79:85
16.12.25 Northwestern Wildcats basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 86:70
13.12.25 Valparaiso Beacons basketball – North Carolina-Wilmington Seahawks basketball – 70:73
02.12.25 Marquette Golden Eagles basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 75:72 OT

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Southern Illinois won 4.
  • Southern Illinois is going through a rough patch (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Valparaiso is going through a series of losses (in the last 5 games, wins – 0).
  • Southern Illinois may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, Southern Illinois is considered a favorite.
  • In the last 15 head-to-head matches, Southern Illinois won 9 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 999:970. (average 66.6:64.7).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Southern Illinois won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 485:448. (average 69.3:64).

    Latest Head To Head

    22.02.25 Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 79:84
    28.01.25 Valparaiso Beacons basketball – Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – 75:79
    24.01.24 Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 75:69
    10.01.24 Valparaiso Beacons basketball – Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – 68:77
    14.02.23 Valparaiso Beacons basketball – Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – 62:66

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 5.25 (8.31%)

    2. Michigan Tech: 5.25 (8.31%)

    3. Arizona Wildcats: 9.5 (4.59%)

    4. Connecticut Huskies: 11 (3.96%)

    5. Duke Blue Devils: 12 (3.63%)

    6. Iowa State: 13 (3.35%)

    7. Purdue Boilermakers: 13 (3.35%)

    8. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 15 (2.91%)

    9. Houston Cougars: 16 (2.73%)

    10. Michigan State: 26 (1.68%)

    11. Florida Gators: 26 (1.68%)

    12. Louisville: 26 (1.68%)

    13. Illinois Fighting Illini: 26 (1.68%)

    14. Michigan State Spartans W: 26 (1.68%)

    15. Vanderbilt Commodores: 29 (1.5%)

    16. Brigham Young: 29 (1.5%)

    17. Kansas Jayhawks: 29 (1.5%)

    18. Kentucky Wildcats: 34 (1.28%)

    19. Tennessee Volunteers: 36 (1.21%)

    20. Alabama Crimson Tide: 36 (1.21%)

    21. North Carolina: 36 (1.21%)

    22. Arkansas Razorbacks: 41 (1.06%)

    23. Arkansas State: 41 (1.06%)

    24. Texas Tech: 46 (0.95%)

    25. St. Johns Red Storm: 50 (0.87%)

    26. St. Johns Sonics: 50 (0.87%)

    27. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 65 (0.67%)

    28. Virginia Cavaliers: 80 (0.55%)

    29. UCLA: 80 (0.55%)

    30. VCU Rams: 100 (0.44%)

    31. California Golden Bears: 100 (0.44%)

    32. Maryland Terrapins: 100 (0.44%)

    33. South Carolina Gamecocks: 100 (0.44%)

    34. Virginia Tech: 100 (0.44%)

    35. Boise State: 100 (0.44%)

    36. UC Irvine: 100 (0.44%)

    37. Marquette: 100 (0.44%)

    38. Villanova Wildcats: 100 (0.44%)

    39. LSU: 100 (0.44%)

    40. Ole Miss Rebels: 100 (0.44%)

    41. TCU: 100 (0.44%)

    42. Dayton Flyers: 100 (0.44%)

    43. Baylor Bears: 100 (0.44%)

    44. Indiana Hoosiers: 100 (0.44%)

    45. Colorado State: 100 (0.44%)

    46. High Point: 100 (0.44%)

    47. UCF Knights: 100 (0.44%)

    48. Wake Forest: 100 (0.44%)

    49. Wisconsin Badgers: 100 (0.44%)

    50. Memphis Tigers: 100 (0.44%)

    51. Pittsburgh Panthers: 100 (0.44%)

    52. Kansas State: 100 (0.44%)

    53. Clemson: 100 (0.44%)

    54. Iowa Hawkeyes: 100 (0.44%)

    55. Washington Huskies: 100 (0.44%)

    56. Colorado: 100 (0.44%)

    57. Utah Utes: 100 (0.44%)

    58. Northwestern Wildcats: 100 (0.44%)

    59. Drake Bulldogs: 100 (0.44%)

    60. Seton Hall Pirates: 100 (0.44%)

    61. West Virginia: 100 (0.44%)

    62. SMU Mustangs: 100 (0.44%)

    63. Ohio State Buckeyes: 100 (0.44%)

    64. Notre Dame: 100 (0.44%)

    65. Syracuse Orange: 100 (0.44%)

    66. New Mexico: 100 (0.44%)

    67. Auburn Tigers: 100 (0.44%)

    68. Butler Bulldogs: 100 (0.44%)

    69. UC San Diego: 100 (0.44%)

    70. San Diego State: 100 (0.44%)

    71. George Mason: 100 (0.44%)

    72. Xavier Musketeers: 100 (0.44%)

    73. St. Marys (CA): 100 (0.44%)

    74. Mississippi St.: 100 (0.44%)

    75. Missouri Tigers: 100 (0.44%)

    76. McNeese State: 100 (0.44%)

    77. Utah State: 100 (0.44%)

    78. Creighton: 100 (0.44%)

    79. Miami (FL): 100 (0.44%)

    80. Texas Longhorns: 100 (0.44%)

    81. Cincinnati Bearcats: 100 (0.44%)

    82. Georgia Tech: 100 (0.44%)

    83. Oklahoma Sooners: 100 (0.44%)

    84. DePaul Blue Demons: 100 (0.44%)

    85. Stanford Cardinal: 100 (0.44%)

    86. Providence Friars: 100 (0.44%)

    87. Oklahoma State: 100 (0.44%)

    88. Santa Clara: 100 (0.44%)

    89. Georgia Bulldogs: 100 (0.44%)

    90. Arizona State: 100 (0.44%)

    91. Texas A&M: 100 (0.44%)

    92. Penn State: 100 (0.44%)

    93. Yale: 100 (0.44%)

    94. Oregon Ducks: 100 (0.44%)

    95. Georgetown: 100 (0.44%)

    96. USC Trojans: 100 (0.44%)

    97. Troy: 100 (0.44%)

    98. Akron Zips: 100 (0.44%)

    99. NC State: 100 (0.44%)

    100. Saint Marys: 100 (0.44%)

    101. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 100 (0.44%)

    102. Florida State: 100 (0.44%)

    103. Boston College: 100 (0.44%)

    104. California Maritime: 100 (0.44%)

    105. Grand Canyon: 100 (0.44%)

    106. Georgetown Hoyas W: 100 (0.44%)

    107. Miami Hurricanes W: 100 (0.44%)

    108. UC San Diego Tritons W: 100 (0.44%)

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