Valparaiso Beacons vs Southern Illinois Salukis predictions, Jan 21, 2026

Jan 21, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

NCAA College Basketball, on Wednesday,

Valparaiso

Southern Illinois

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In an exciting NCAA College Basketball matchup on January 21, 2026, the Valparaiso Beacons will take on the Southern Illinois Salukis on their home court. Both teams have been in solid form recently, each winning three of their last five matches. The bookmakers have slightly favored the Valparaiso Beacons with odds of 1.75 for a home win compared to 1.91 for an away win for the Southern Illinois Salukis.

When analyzing the tactical strengths of both teams, the Valparaiso Beacons have shown a strong offensive presence, averaging 80 points per game, while the Southern Illinois Salukis boast a robust defense, limiting their opponents to just 70 points per game on average. This sets the stage for an intriguing matchup between offense and defense.

Considering the recent form and statistical data, this game is expected to be closely contested. While the Valparaiso Beacons may have a slight advantage playing at home, the Southern Illinois Salukis have the defensive prowess to stifle their opponents. Ultimately, it is likely to be a game decided by the narrowest of margins.

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Valparaiso
53.4%		 Southern Illinois
46.6%

Prediction (the most likely score): 72:70

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Betting Odds

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MarathonBet 1.73 2
WilliamHill 1.75 2.05
Pinnacle 1.75 1.91
Best for US Customers 1.75 2.05

Latest Results

17.01.26 Valparaiso Beacons basketball – Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – 54:44
13.01.26 Belmont Bruins basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 78:74
10.01.26 Murray State Racers basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 92:79
07.01.26 Valparaiso Beacons basketball – Illinois State Redbirds basketball – 77:71
04.01.26 Valparaiso Beacons basketball – Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – 66:59		 17.01.26 Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – Belmont Bruins basketball – 68:73
14.01.26 Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – Drake Bulldogs basketball – 78:56
07.01.26 Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – 70:57
04.01.26 Belmont Bruins basketball – Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – 67:68
01.01.26 Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 75:70

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Valparaiso won 1.
  • Each of the teams is struggling with stability in their game.
  • Valparaiso may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • The probability of winning is almost the same for both teams in this match.
  • In the last 16 head-to-head matches, Valparaiso won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 10 matches, and goals 1040:1074. (average 65:67.1).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Valparaiso won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 522:514. (average 65.3:64.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    01.01.26 Southern Illinois Salukis basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 75:70
    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

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 5 (14.43%)

    2. Arizona Wildcats: 5.5 (13.12%)

    3. Purdue Boilermakers: 10 (7.22%)

    4. Connecticut Huskies: 11 (6.56%)

    5. Houston Cougars: 12 (6.01%)

    6. Duke Blue Devils: 13 (5.55%)

    7. Iowa State: 15 (4.81%)

    8. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 16 (4.51%)

    9. Florida Gators: 19 (3.8%)

    10. Illinois Fighting Illini: 23 (3.14%)

    11. Vanderbilt Commodores: 31 (2.33%)

    12. Brigham Young: 31 (2.33%)

    13. Kansas Jayhawks: 31 (2.33%)

    14. Michigan State: 36 (2%)

    15. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 36 (2%)

    16. Texas Tech: 41 (1.76%)

    17. Virginia Cavaliers: 51 (1.41%)

    18. Louisville: 51 (1.41%)

    19. Alabama Crimson Tide: 51 (1.41%)

    20. St. Johns Red Storm: 67 (1.08%)

    21. Arkansas Razorbacks: 81 (0.89%)

    22. North Carolina: 81 (0.89%)

    23. Tennessee Volunteers: 101 (0.71%)

    24. Kentucky Wildcats: 101 (0.71%)

    25. Clemson: 126 (0.57%)

    26. Iowa Hawkeyes: 126 (0.57%)

    27. Georgia Bulldogs: 176 (0.41%)

    28. Indiana Hoosiers: 201 (0.36%)

    29. Wisconsin Badgers: 201 (0.36%)

    30. SMU Mustangs: 201 (0.36%)

    31. NC State: 201 (0.36%)

    32. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.29%)

    33. Baylor Bears: 251 (0.29%)

    34. Auburn Tigers: 251 (0.29%)

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

    36. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.29%)

    37. Texas A&M: 251 (0.29%)

    38. UCF Knights: 351 (0.21%)

    39. Seton Hall Pirates: 351 (0.21%)

    40. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.21%)

    41. San Diego State: 351 (0.21%)

    42. Missouri Tigers: 351 (0.21%)

    43. UCLA: 351 (0.21%)

    44. USC Trojans: 351 (0.21%)

    45. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.14%)

    46. TCU: 501 (0.14%)

    47. Creighton: 501 (0.14%)

    48. Oklahoma Sooners: 501 (0.14%)

    49. Stanford Cardinal: 501 (0.14%)

    50. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.14%)

    51. St. Louis Billikens: 501 (0.14%)

    52. LSU: 751 (0.1%)

    53. Ole Miss Rebels: 751 (0.1%)

    54. Kansas State: 751 (0.1%)

    55. West Virginia: 751 (0.1%)

    56. New Mexico: 751 (0.1%)

    57. Butler Bulldogs: 751 (0.1%)

    58. Oregon Ducks: 751 (0.1%)

    59. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

    60. Maryland Terrapins: 1001 (0.07%)

    61. South Carolina Gamecocks: 1001 (0.07%)

    62. Marquette: 1001 (0.07%)

    63. Colorado State: 1001 (0.07%)

    64. Wake Forest: 1001 (0.07%)

    65. Memphis Tigers: 1001 (0.07%)

    66. Pittsburgh Panthers: 1001 (0.07%)

    67. Washington Huskies: 1001 (0.07%)

    68. Colorado: 1001 (0.07%)

    69. Utah Utes: 1001 (0.07%)

    70. Northwestern Wildcats: 1001 (0.07%)

    71. Notre Dame: 1001 (0.07%)

    72. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.07%)

    73. Xavier Musketeers: 1001 (0.07%)

    74. Mississippi St.: 1001 (0.07%)

    75. Cincinnati Bearcats: 1001 (0.07%)

    76. Georgia Tech: 1001 (0.07%)

    77. DePaul Blue Demons: 1001 (0.07%)

    78. Providence Friars: 1001 (0.07%)

    79. Arizona State: 1001 (0.07%)

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

    81. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 1001 (0.07%)

    82. Florida State: 1001 (0.07%)

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