Match Analysis: Saint Louis Billikens vs Chicago St Cougars – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-07
- Time: 1:00 AM UTC
- Location: Chaifetz Arena, Saint Louis, Missouri
Game Overview
The Saint Louis Billikens (1-0) host the Chicago State Cougars (0-1) in a non-conference NCAAB matchup on November 7, 2025. The Billikens are heavy favorites, with a spread of -28.5 points and a projected total of 152.5 points. The game is scheduled for 8:00 PM ET and will be streamed on ESPN+.
Key Factors to Consider
- Saint Louis opened their season with a dominant 92-67 home win over Southeast Missouri State, showcasing strong offensive and defensive capabilities. Chicago State suffered a 92-62 road loss to DePaul, struggling to keep pace with higher-level competition. The Billikens have a clear edge in scoring, defense, and overall team strength.
- Saint Louis defeated Chicago State 85-62 in their previous meeting, indicating a consistent advantage in direct matchups. The Billikens have outscored the Cougars by an average of 23 points in recent encounters.
- No significant injuries reported for either team. Saint Louis has a full roster available, including Anya (Redshirt), who is listed as active.
- The game is being played at Chaifetz Arena, a strong home venue for Saint Louis, which typically provides a significant home-court advantage. The Billikens are expected to leverage their depth and athleticism against a Chicago State team that appears overmatched.
- Saint Louis is motivated to build momentum early in the season and establish themselves as a top team in their conference. Chicago State is looking to bounce back from a disappointing start and avoid a second consecutive blowout loss.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Saint Louis: -1000, Chicago State: +700 | Saint Louis | β β β β β 95% |
| Spread | Chicago St Cougars: 28.5 -112, Saint Louis Billikens: -28.5 -108 | Saint Louis -28.5 | β β β β β 85% |
| Over/under | Over: 152.5 -110, Under: 152.5 -110 | Over 152.5 | β β β β β 75% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Home 0% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 152.5 15% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Over 152.5 at 15% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 16% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Saint Louis is expected to dominate Chicago State, leveraging their superior talent, depth, and home-court advantage. The Billikens should cover the spread and push the total over 152.5 points.
Predicted Score: Saint Louis 88, Chicago State 64