Match Analysis: Incarnate Word Cardinals vs Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: November 20, 2025
- Time: 5:30 PM UTC
- Location: Not specified in available data
Game Overview
Incarnate Word Cardinals host Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles in an NCAA Men's Basketball matchup. The Cardinals are favored with strong moneyline odds of -450, suggesting they are expected to control this contest. This appears to be the first meeting between these programs in basketball, making it an intriguing non-conference matchup.
Key Factors to Consider
- Incarnate Word Cardinals have demonstrated offensive capability with recent wins, including a 109-70 victory over Southwestern Christian Eagles on November 7, 2025, and a 104-60 win over Jarvis Christian Bulldogs on November 4, 2025. Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles have struggled recently, losing to VMI Keydets 78-74 on November 8, 2025, and to Butler Bulldogs 88-58 on November 6, 2025, indicating offensive and defensive inconsistencies.
- Southern Indiana and Incarnate Word have no previous basketball head-to-head history, making this an unprecedented matchup. Both teams enter without established tendencies against each other, requiring reliance on individual team metrics and performance data.
- No injury information is available in the current data. Teams should be monitored for roster updates closer to game time.
- The game features significant home court advantage for Incarnate Word, who have been more dominant in recent performances. Southern Indiana's recent defensive struggles (averaging 30-48 points in second halves) suggest vulnerability against strong offensive teams.
- Incarnate Word appears motivated by strong recent form, while Southern Indiana faces pressure to reverse their recent losing streak and demonstrate competitive capability against a stronger opponent.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | IW: -450 | USI: +340 | Incarnate Word Cardinals Win | β β β β β 78% |
| Spread | IW: -8.5 (-110) | USI: +8.5 (-110) | Incarnate Word Cardinals -8.5 | β β β β β 72% |
| Over/under | Over: 149.5 (-110) | Under: 149.5 (-110) | Under 149.5 | β β β ββ 65% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Incarnate Word Cardinals -0% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 149.5 -2% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Incarnate Word Cardinals at -0% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 0% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Incarnate Word Cardinals are heavily favored and should win this matchup convincingly. The Cardinals' recent offensive dominance, combined with Southern Indiana's defensive lapses, creates a favorable scenario for the home team. Incarnate Word's -450 moneyline odds reflect legitimate superiority in this matchup.
Predicted Score: Incarnate Word Cardinals 76, Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles 64