Match Analysis: Memphis Tigers vs Southern Illinois Salukis – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-27
- Time: 1:00 AM UTC
- Location: Memphis Tigers Home Court
Game Overview
The Memphis Tigers (AAC, 1-4) face off against Southern Illinois Salukis (Missouri Valley, 3-3) with no previous head-to-head basketball encounters between the teams. Both teams start fresh with no current season meetings or ATS records. Memphis struggles with a subpar record compared to a moderately balanced Southern Illinois. The game is an opportunity for Memphis to improve standing on home court.
Key Factors to Consider
- Southern Illinois holds a slightly better record (3-3) than Memphis (1-4), suggesting better early season form. Individual stats indicate Memphis players have mixed shooting percentages and contributions, with no current injury setbacks reported for either team.
- There is no recorded head-to-head matchup history between Memphis Tigers and Southern Illinois Salukis in basketball. Southern Illinois has a slight historical advantage in basketball overall with a 1-0 record against Memphis, but those are limited and non-recent encounters.
- No reported injuries for Memphis Tigers or Southern Illinois Salukis at this time, indicating both teams are at full strength.
- The game being hosted at Memphis gives the Tigers home court advantage. Travel, crowd support, and familiarity with the venue favor Memphis despite their poorer record.
- Memphis is highly motivated to rebound from a weak start to the season to establish momentum in their conference. Southern Illinois, with a balanced record, aims to maintain consistency and capitalize on Memphisβ struggles.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | memphis_tigers: -650, southern_illinois_salukis: 470 | Memphis Tigers to win | β β β β β 85% |
| Spread | memphis_tigers: -10.5 -112, southern_illinois_salukis: +10.5 -108 | Memphis Tigers to cover -10.5 spread | β β β β β 78% |
| Over/under | over: 159.5 -110, under: 159.5 -110 | Over 159.5 points | β β β ββ 60% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Memphis Tigers -7% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 159.5 15% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Over 159.5 at 15% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 16% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Memphis Tigers are predicted to win by leveraging home advantage and talent depth, overcoming their early season woes against a moderately performing Southern Illinois team.
Predicted Score: Memphis Tigers 83 – Southern Illinois Salukis 70