Indiana State Sycamores vs Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/25/24

Looking to win big? The Sycamores and Screaming Eagles face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Screaming Eagles are hosting the game at Screaming Eagles Arena in Evansville, IN. Indiana State is favored by -3.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game’s over/under is currently at 153.5 points.

INDIANA STATE SYCAMORES VS SOUTHERN INDIANA SCREAMING EAGLES BETTING PICK

The Pick: Indiana State Sycamores -3.5

This game will be played at Screaming Eagles Arena at 8:00 ET on Monday, November 25th.

WHY BET THE INDIANA STATE SYCAMORES:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 85-65 in favor of the Sycamores.
• Not only will Indiana State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 150 points.

Can Indiana State Pull Off A Win at Screaming Eagles Arena?

Indiana State Sycamores Recent Game/Games

Indiana State cruised to a 97-61 win over Chicago State on Friday, November 22nd, in a home game where they were -17 favorites. The Sycamores not only covered the spread but also pushed the total points over the 155.5 line, with the game finishing at 158 points.

After a tighter first half, leading 35-30, Indiana State dominated the second half, scoring 62 points while holding Chicago State to 31.

Indiana State’s offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 97 points while shooting 56.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was a remarkable 70%, thanks in part to hitting 45.5% of their three-pointers (15/33) and 70.4% of their two-point attempts (19/27).

Samage Teel led the way with 20 points, connecting on 4 of 6 from deep, while Markus Harding contributed 16 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 75% overall. The Sycamores also dished out 20 assists and grabbed 11 offensive rebounds in the win.

Indiana State’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 61 points while allowing the opponent to shoot 56% from the field. The Sycamores had a tough time defending inside, as the other team hit 70% of their two-point attempts, going 19/27.

From beyond the arc, Indiana State allowed 15 threes on 33 attempts, a 45% shooting performance. The opponent also went to the line 21 times, making 14 free throws at a 66% clip. Indiana State gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.

Can the Screaming Eagles Pull the Upset at Home?

Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles Recent Game/Games

The Screaming Eagles picked up a 92-83 home win over South Dakota on Friday, November 22nd. Southern Indiana, who entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the win but also covered the spread.

After leading 41-35 at halftime, Southern Indiana scored 51 points in the 2nd half while allowing 48. The game’s total points reached 175, surpassing the O/U line of 153.5.

Southern Indiana put up 92 points in their last game, shooting 52.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 58.8%. They connected on 56% of their two-point attempts and 44.4% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 threes. At the free-throw line, they converted 75%, going 12-for-16.

The Screaming Eagles dished out 20 assists and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds. Jayland Randall led the way with 24 points on 9-of-15 shooting, including 3-of-6 from three. Kaleb Stewart added 21 points, hitting 5 threes on 12 attempts, despite shooting just 35% overall.

Southern Indiana’s defense struggled, giving up 83 points on 52% shooting from the field. The Screaming Eagles allowed their opponent to hit 36 of 68 shots, including 28 of 50 from two-point range, where they shot 56%.

From beyond the arc, Southern Indiana’s defense gave up 8 threes on 18 attempts, a 44% clip. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 12 free throws, shooting 75%. The Screaming Eagles allowed 12 offensive rebounds in the game.