Tennessee-Martin Skyhawks vs Eastern Illinois Panthers predictions, Jan 03, 2026

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In an upcoming NCAA College Basketball clash, the Tennessee-Martin Skyhawks will host the Eastern Illinois Panthers on January 3, 2026. The Skyhawks come into this matchup in relatively good form, having won 3 out of their last 5 games. On the other hand, the Panthers have struggled recently, managing just 1 win in their last 5 outings.

The Tennessee-Martin Skyhawks will look to capitalize on their home-court advantage and continue their positive momentum. With the bookmakers favoring the Skyhawks with odds of 1.19, it’s clear that they are the team to beat in this contest.

Despite their recent struggles, the Eastern Illinois Panthers cannot be underestimated, as they have the potential to bounce back and upset their opponents. With odds of 4.03, the Panthers are still seen as a competitive force in this matchup.

Both teams will need to rely on their tactical strengths and execution to secure a victory in this game. It promises to be an intriguing battle between two teams with differing recent form. The outcome of this game is uncertain, as anything can happen in college basketball.

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Tennessee-Martin 81.5%

Eastern Illinois 18.5%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.18		4.8
	1.19		4.03
	1.12		6.5

Latest Results

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Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Tennessee-Martin won 3.

Recent performances by Tennessee-Martin have been up and down (last 5 games: 3 wins).

Eastern Illinois‘s performance has dropped in recent matches (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).

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

In this match, Tennessee-Martin is the obvious favorite.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Tennessee-Martin won 10 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 10 matches, and goals 1450:1456. (average 72.5:72.8).

Including home matches between the teams, Tennessee-Martin won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 705:683. (average 70.5:68.3).

Latest Head To Head

15.02.25 Eastern Illinois Panthers basketball – Tennessee-Martin Skyhawks basketball – 68:72 16.01.25 Tennessee-Martin Skyhawks basketball – Eastern Illinois Panthers basketball – 68:63 01.02.24 Eastern Illinois Panthers basketball – Tennessee-Martin Skyhawks basketball – 59:76 04.01.24 Tennessee-Martin Skyhawks basketball – Eastern Illinois Panthers basketball – 72:79 09.02.23 Eastern Illinois Panthers basketball – Tennessee-Martin Skyhawks basketball – 77:75

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