The Southern Illinois Salukis (10-10, 3-4 MVC) travel to Loyola Chicago to take on the Ramblers (12-8, 5-2 MVC) in what should be a low-scoring game. The game starts at 4 p.m. ET on Sunday, January 27, 2019, and will air on ESPNU.
Southern Illinois Salukis at Loyola Chicago Ramblers Free Prediction
The last time the Salukis played, they beat the UNI Panthers, 70-62. The Salukis had a much better free throw rate (0.212 vs. 0.109), while the Panthers had a turnover percentage of 25.5 (above their season average of 15.8). Southern Illinois was lifted by Sean Lloyd Jr., who recorded 16 points and six rebounds.
The Ramblers lost big to the Missouri State Bears in their last contest, 70-35. Missouri State’s 53.8 offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest advantage over Loyola Chicago, who had a rate of 12.5. The Bears’ mark was above their season average of 26.9, while the Ramblers’ was below their season average of 18.7. With 15 points on 6-for-12 shooting, Cameron Krutwig led Loyola Chicago in scoring.
Half-court execution will be at a premium when two of the nation’s slowest-paced teams go head-to-head. Loyola Chicago ranks 342nd in possessions per game (65.2) and Southern Illinois is 322nd (66.2).
After the Ramblers won both contests against the Salukis last season, these teams will clash for the first time this year. In the most recent matchup, Loyola Chicago won 75-56. The Ramblers’ turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over the Salukis. Loyola Chicago had a rate of 15.1, while Southern Illinois posted a mark of 20.3.
Southern Illinois Salukis vs. Loyola Chicago Ramblers ATS Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Loyola Chicago, ATS Winner – Southern Illinois, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Loyola Chicago ranks 46th in three pointers allowed per game (19.9) while Southern Illinois ranks 233rd (25.5).
The Salukis rank 57th in blocks per game (4.2) while the Ramblers rank 126th in blocks allowed per game (3.8).
Loyola Chicago ranks 10th in rebounds allowed per game (29.8) while Southern Illinois ranks 78th (33.2).
The Ramblers rank 101st in assists per game (14.3) while the Salukis rank 134th in assists allowed per game (13.3).
Loyola Chicago averages 6.6 steals per game, which ranks 100th in the nation. Southern Illinois ranks 118th in steals allowed per game (6.5).
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The Salukis have been outscored by an average of 2.4 points in their last five games. On the season, Southern Illinois has defeated opponents by an average of 0.9 points.
During their last five games, the Ramblers have scored an average of 59.2 points per game (7.9 below their season average) and allowed an average of 64.4 points per game (3.0 above their season average).
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