Match Analysis: Southern Illinois Salukis vs Delaware Blue Hens – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-23
- Time: 8:00 PM UTC
- Location: John Hurst Adams Gymnasium, Jacksonville, FL, USA
Game Overview
Southern Illinois Salukis (2-2) face Delaware Blue Hens (1-3) in a neutral-site matchup at the Jacksonville Classic. Both teams are seeking momentum early in the season, with Southern Illinois favored on the road. The game is scheduled for Sunday, November 23, 2025, at 3:00 PM EST (8:00 PM UTC).
Key Factors to Consider
- Southern Illinois enters the game with a 2-2 record, showing a balanced offense and defense, averaging 78.7 points per game and allowing 74.5 points per game last season. Delaware is 1-3, averaging 70.3 points per game and allowing opponents to score efficiently, with a field goal percentage defense ranking near the bottom nationally. Delaware recently won 81-70 over St. Peter's, showing offensive improvement but defensive vulnerabilities.
- The last meeting was in 2019, with Delaware winning 56-54. There is limited recent history, but Delaware has shown a slight edge in close matchups.
- No major injuries reported for either team as of the latest updates.
- The game is played at a neutral site, John Hurst Adams Gymnasium, which may slightly favor Delaware due to familiarity with the venue from previous tournaments. The game is televised on ESPN+ and PassThaBallLive.
- Southern Illinois is looking to bounce back from a two-game losing streak and establish themselves in the early season. Delaware is motivated to build on their recent win and improve their record after a slow start.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Delaware Blue Hens: 240, Southern Illinois Salukis: -300 | Southern Illinois Salukis | β β β β β 75% |
| Spread | Delaware Blue Hens: 6.5 -118, Southern Illinois Salukis: -6.5 -104 | Southern Illinois Salukis -6.5 | β β β β β 70% |
| Over/under | Over: 159.5 -110, Under: 159.5 -110 | Over 159.5 | β β β ββ 65% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Southern Illinois Salukis -99% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 159.5 -99% |
β οΈ No clear +EV edge found for this game.
Predicted Outcome
Southern Illinois is favored to win this matchup due to their stronger record and recent performance. Delaware's defensive struggles may be exploited by Southern Illinois' balanced attack. The game is expected to be competitive, with Southern Illinois likely to cover the spread.
Predicted Score: Southern Illinois Salukis 82, Delaware Blue Hens 78