Valparaiso Beacons vs Illinois State Redbirds predictions, Jan 07, 2026

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Valparaiso Beacons

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In this upcoming NCAA College Basketball matchup, the Valparaiso Beacons will be facing off against the Illinois State Redbirds on January 7, 2026. The Valparaiso Beacons basketball team has shown inconsistency in their recent form, managing to secure only 1 victory in their last 5 matches. On the other hand, the Illinois State Redbirds basketball team is on an impressive winning streak, having won all 5 of their last matches.

The bookmakers have the odds in favor of the Illinois State Redbirds, with a home win probability of 36.7% and an away win probability of 63.3%. This can be attributed to the Redbirds’ strong performance in recent games. Both teams have their tactical strengths, but the Redbirds seem to have the upper hand based on their current form.

However, in sports, anything can happen, and upsets are not uncommon. The Valparaiso Beacons will have the advantage of playing on their home court, which could potentially level the playing field. It will be interesting to see how both teams perform in this highly anticipated matchup.

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Valparaiso
29%
Illinois State
71%

Prediction (the most likely score): 65:72

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Betting Odds

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WilliamHill 3.2 1.33
Pinnacle 2.89 1.34
Best for US Customers 3.65 1.3

Latest Results

04.01.26 Valparaiso Beacons basketball – Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – 66:59
01.01.26 Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 75:70
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
01.01.26 Illinois State Redbirds basketball – Evansville Purple Aces basketball – 73:47
29.12.25 Drake Bulldogs basketball – Illinois State Redbirds basketball – 56:73
21.12.25 Illinois State Redbirds basketball – Indiana State Sycamores basketball – 85:65
18.12.25 Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – Illinois State Redbirds basketball – 68:75
13.12.25 Illinois State Redbirds basketball – Utah State Aggies basketball – 83:78

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Valparaiso won 4.
  • Recent form of Valparaiso has been disappointing (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Illinois State is in superb shape, having picked up a string of victories recently (last 5 games: 5 wins).
  • Illinois State may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • In this match, Illinois State is seen as the favorite.
  • We predict that Illinois State will win today’s game, with odds of 1.32.
  • In the last 15 head-to-head matches, Valparaiso won 12 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 1070:990. (average 71.3:66).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Valparaiso won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 449:408. (average 74.8:68).

    Latest Head To Head

    01.02.25 Illinois State Redbirds basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 86:78
    03.03.24 Valparaiso Beacons basketball – Illinois State Redbirds basketball – 75:72
    14.01.24 Illinois State Redbirds basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 50:59
    11.02.23 Valparaiso Beacons basketball – Illinois State Redbirds basketball – 81:76
    21.01.23 Illinois State Redbirds basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 51:71

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 4 (17.94%)

    2. Arizona Wildcats: 8 (8.97%)

    3. Iowa State: 11 (6.52%)

    4. Connecticut Huskies: 11 (6.52%)

    5. Purdue Boilermakers: 13 (5.52%)

    6. Duke Blue Devils: 16 (4.48%)

    7. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 16 (4.48%)

    8. Houston Cougars: 16 (4.48%)

    9. Michigan State: 21 (3.42%)

    10. Illinois Fighting Illini: 26 (2.76%)

    11. Florida Gators: 31 (2.31%)

    12. Vanderbilt Commodores: 31 (2.31%)

    13. Brigham Young: 31 (2.31%)

    14. Kansas Jayhawks: 31 (2.31%)

    15. Louisville: 34 (2.11%)

    16. Alabama Crimson Tide: 36 (1.99%)

    17. Texas Tech: 41 (1.75%)

    18. Tennessee Volunteers: 51 (1.41%)

    19. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 51 (1.41%)

    20. Arkansas Razorbacks: 51 (1.41%)

    21. North Carolina: 51 (1.41%)

    22. Kentucky Wildcats: 61 (1.18%)

    23. Baylor Bears: 101 (0.71%)

    24. Iowa Hawkeyes: 101 (0.71%)

    25. SMU Mustangs: 101 (0.71%)

    26. Virginia Cavaliers: 101 (0.71%)

    27. St. Johns Red Storm: 101 (0.71%)

    28. UCLA: 126 (0.57%)

    29. UCF Knights: 151 (0.48%)

    30. Clemson: 151 (0.48%)

    31. Auburn Tigers: 151 (0.48%)

    32. Villanova Wildcats: 201 (0.36%)

    33. Indiana Hoosiers: 201 (0.36%)

    34. Missouri Tigers: 201 (0.36%)

    35. Georgia Bulldogs: 201 (0.36%)

    36. NC State: 201 (0.36%)

    37. Virginia Tech: 251 (0.29%)

    38. Wisconsin Badgers: 251 (0.29%)

    39. Ohio State Buckeyes: 251 (0.29%)

    40. Miami (FL): 251 (0.29%)

    41. Stanford Cardinal: 251 (0.29%)

    42. TCU: 351 (0.2%)

    43. San Diego State: 351 (0.2%)

    44. Texas Longhorns: 351 (0.2%)

    45. Texas A&M: 351 (0.2%)

    46. USC Trojans: 351 (0.2%)

    47. Wake Forest: 501 (0.14%)

    48. Syracuse Orange: 501 (0.14%)

    49. Butler Bulldogs: 501 (0.14%)

    50. Creighton: 501 (0.14%)

    51. Oklahoma Sooners: 501 (0.14%)

    52. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.14%)

    53. Oregon Ducks: 501 (0.14%)

    54. California Golden Bears: 751 (0.1%)

    55. Boise State: 751 (0.1%)

    56. LSU: 751 (0.1%)

    57. Ole Miss Rebels: 751 (0.1%)

    58. Memphis Tigers: 751 (0.1%)

    59. Kansas State: 751 (0.1%)

    60. Washington Huskies: 751 (0.1%)

    61. West Virginia: 751 (0.1%)

    62. New Mexico: 751 (0.1%)

    63. Cincinnati Bearcats: 751 (0.1%)

    64. Arizona State: 751 (0.1%)

    65. Maryland Terrapins: 1001 (0.07%)

    66. South Carolina Gamecocks: 1001 (0.07%)

    67. Marquette: 1001 (0.07%)

    68. Colorado State: 1001 (0.07%)

    69. Pittsburgh Panthers: 1001 (0.07%)

    70. Colorado: 1001 (0.07%)

    71. Utah Utes: 1001 (0.07%)

    72. Northwestern Wildcats: 1001 (0.07%)

    73. Notre Dame: 1001 (0.07%)

    74. Xavier Musketeers: 1001 (0.07%)

    75. Mississippi St.: 1001 (0.07%)

    76. Georgia Tech: 1001 (0.07%)

    77. DePaul Blue Demons: 1001 (0.07%)

    78. Providence Friars: 1001 (0.07%)

    79. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 1001 (0.07%)

    80. Florida State: 1001 (0.07%)

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