NCAAB · Final

Illinois State Tops Southern Illinois 75-68 in NCAAB Clash

Thursday, December 18, 2025, 9:00 PM ET · Banterra Center

Illinois State Redbirds 75, Southern Illinois Salukis 68, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Illinois State Redbirds vs Southern Illinois Salukis?

Illinois State Redbirds beat Southern Illinois Salukis 75-68 at Banterra Center on December 18, 2025.

Who was favored in Illinois State Redbirds vs Southern Illinois Salukis?

Southern Illinois Salukis were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -125 (about 56% implied). The underdog won.

In an exciting matchup at the Banterra Center, the Illinois State Redbirds defeated the Southern Illinois Salukis 75-68. This game was significant as it showcased the contrasting fortunes of both teams, with Illinois State entering the contest with a stronger overall record of 9-3 compared to Southern Illinois' 6-6. The Redbirds have been particularly effective on the road, boasting a home record of 7-0 and an away record of 1-2, while Southern Illinois has struggled with a home record of 3-1 and an away record of 2-4.

In terms of recent form, Illinois State had an 8-2 record in their last ten games, averaging 82.5 points scored per game and allowing 67.0 points. They entered the game on a one-game losing streak, having lost to Utah State 78-83. Southern Illinois, on the other hand, had a more mixed record of 5-5 in their last ten outings, averaging 80.4 points scored and 76.6 points allowed, and they were also on a one-game losing streak after falling to Richmond 84-93.

The matchup was closely contested, with Illinois State managing to pull away in the second half. Notable scoring plays included a series of baskets from Drew Steffe, who contributed significantly to the Redbirds' scoring, and a crucial jumper from Quel'Ron House that helped maintain Illinois State's lead. The game also saw Landon Wolf make critical free throws and Johnny Kinziger hit a key jumper, further solidifying the Redbirds' advantage.

In their previous meetings this season, the teams had split their encounters, with Southern Illinois winning 88-79 in their last matchup on February 26 and Illinois State winning decisively 85-54 on January 5. This game added another layer to their rivalry, with Illinois State taking the upper hand this time.

In terms of betting, the odds from DraftKings indicated a close contest, with Southern Illinois favored by 1.5 points. The total for the game was set at 153.5, reflecting expectations of a high-scoring affair. The conditions in the Banterra Center were conducive to an exciting game, and both teams were eager to capitalize on their scoring opportunities.

Injuries did not play a significant role in this matchup, allowing both teams to field their key players. Viewers were treated to a display of skill and competitiveness, with Illinois State ultimately emerging victorious, showcasing their ability to perform under pressure and solidifying their position in the league.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	SIU -1.5	153.5 o -112 / u -108	Illinois State Redbirds +105 · Southern Illinois Salukis -125

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Leaders

PointsQuel'Ron House22Southern Illinois Salukis
AssistsQuel'Ron House2Southern Illinois Salukis
ReboundsRolyns Aligbe8Southern Illinois Salukis
PointsTy Pence22Illinois State Redbirds
AssistsChase Walker5Illinois State Redbirds
ReboundsLandon Wolf8Illinois State Redbirds

Recent form

Southern Illinois Salukis

Last 10: 5-5Streak L180.4 scored · 76.6 allowed per game3-1 at home

L84-93at Richmond SpidersDec 13
W83-54vs UT Martin SkyhawksDec 11
W86-84at High Point PanthersDec 4
W74-65vs Little Rock TrojansNov 30
L58-74at Memphis TigersNov 27
L73-81vs UAB BlazersNov 24
W79-59at Delaware Blue HensNov 23
L85-92at North Dakota State BisonNov 18
L81-86at Nevada Wolf PackNov 13
W101-78vs Kansas City RoosNov 8

Illinois State Redbirds

Last 10: 8-2Streak L182.5 scored · 67 allowed per game1-2 away

L78-83at Utah State AggiesDec 13
W95-53vs Chicago State CougarsDec 7
W89-78vs Eastern Kentucky ColonelsDec 4
W72-65vs Furman PaladinsNov 28
W79-69vs Charlotte 49ersNov 27
W94-42vs Coastal Carolina ChanticleersNov 23
W93-48vs Rockford RegentsNov 21
W82-80at Long Beach State BeachNov 17
L67-87at USC TrojansNov 15
W76-65vs Cornell Big RedNov 9

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Belmont	26-6	-	16-4
Bradley	21-13	3	13-7
Illinois State	23-13	4	12-8
Murray State	20-13	4	12-8
UIC	19-16	4	12-8
Northern Iowa	23-13	5	11-9
Valparaiso	18-15	5	11-9
Southern Illinois	16-16	6	10-10
Drake	14-20	10	6-14
Indiana State	11-21	12	4-16
Evansville	7-25	13	3-17

Box score

Stat	Illinois State Redbirds	Southern Illinois Salukis
Field goals	30-61	26-53
Field goal %	49	49
Three-pointers	8-29	4-13
Three-point %	28	31
Free throws	7-18	12-22
Free throw %	39	55
Rebounds	36	34
Offensive rebounds	12	10
Defensive rebounds	24	24
Assists	16	11
Steals	8	10
Blocks	2	1
Turnovers	13	16
Team turnovers	0	3
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	20	15
Fast-break points	5	11
Points in the paint	36	30
Fouls	20	16
Largest lead	11	8
Lead changes	5	5
Time in front	35	58

How the scoring went

2nd Half31-37Quel'Ron House makes layup
2nd Half34-37Ty'Reek Coleman makes 24-foot three point jumper (Chase Walker assists)
2nd Half34-39Drew Steffe makes layup
2nd Half34-41Rolyns Aligbe makes layup (Drew Steffe assists)
2nd Half34-42Rolyns Aligbe makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half37-42Ty Pence makes 26-foot three point jumper (Chase Walker assists)
2nd Half39-42Ty Pence makes layup (Boden Skunberg assists)
2nd Half41-42Johnny Kinziger makes layup
2nd Half43-42Ty Pence makes 12-foot jumper (Brandon Lieb assists)
2nd Half43-43Isaiah Stafford makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half43-45Quel'Ron House makes 3-foot jumper (Davion Sykes assists)
2nd Half45-45Chase Walker makes layup
2nd Half48-45Mason Klabo makes 22-foot three point jumper (Landon Moore assists)
2nd Half48-47Quel'Ron House makes 12-foot jumper
2nd Half50-47Ty Pence makes 2-foot dunk (Chase Walker assists)
2nd Half50-48Jorge Moreno makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half52-48Mason Klabo makes 16-foot jumper
2nd Half55-48Landon Moore makes 24-foot three point jumper
2nd Half55-50Drew Steffe makes 13-foot jumper (Jalen Haynes assists)
2nd Half57-50Landon Wolf makes layup (Landon Moore assists)
2nd Half57-52Jalen Haynes makes layup (Quel'Ron House assists)
2nd Half59-52Landon Wolf makes layup (Chase Walker assists)
2nd Half61-52Chase Walker makes layup
2nd Half62-52Mason Klabo makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half63-52Mason Klabo makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half63-53Rolyns Aligbe makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half63-56Drew Steffe makes 24-foot three point jumper (Max Pikaar assists)
2nd Half66-56Ty Pence makes 24-foot three point jumper (Chase Walker assists)
2nd Half66-57Damien Mayo Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half66-58Damien Mayo Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half66-60Quel'Ron House makes layup
2nd Half68-60Johnny Kinziger makes 18-foot jumper
2nd Half68-62Quel'Ron House makes 18-foot jumper
2nd Half69-62Landon Wolf makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half71-62Johnny Kinziger makes 16-foot jumper
2nd Half71-65Drew Steffe makes 24-foot three point jumper
2nd Half73-65Ty Pence makes layup (Mason Klabo assists)
2nd Half73-67Drew Steffe makes layup
2nd Half73-68Drew Steffe makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half75-68Boden Skunberg makes layup (Johnny Kinziger assists)

Win probability

Above the line favours Southern Illinois Salukis, below favours Illinois State Redbirds.