Southern Illinois Dominates Kansas City in 101-78 Victory
Friday, November 7, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Banterra Center
Southern Illinois Salukis 101, Kansas City Roos 78, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Kansas City Roos vs Southern Illinois Salukis?
Southern Illinois Salukis beat Kansas City Roos 101-78 at Banterra Center on November 7, 2025.
In a commanding performance, the Southern Illinois Salukis triumphed over the Kansas City Roos with a final score of 101-78 at the Banterra Center. This victory marks Southern Illinois' third consecutive win, showcasing their offensive prowess and ability to dominate at home. The Salukis improved their home record to 3-0 for the season, while Kansas City fell to 1-2 overall.
Southern Illinois entered the game with a recent form of 4-6 over their last ten games, but they have shown signs of improvement, winning their last match against the McKendree Bearcats 83-42. The Salukis have averaged 77.4 points in their last five games while allowing 74.2 points, indicating a relatively high-scoring style of play. At home, they have been particularly effective, with a home record of 4-2 in their last ten matches.
On the other hand, Kansas City has had a mixed bag of results, with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games. They recently secured a win against the Evangel Crusaders, finishing 80-74, but struggled in their previous outings, including a loss to the Omaha Mavericks. The Roos have averaged 67.4 points in their last five games, while allowing 64.2 points. Their away record has been less favorable, standing at 0-4 in their last ten away games.
The matchup was notable not only for the teams' current standings but also for their previous encounters. Historically, Southern Illinois has had the upper hand in their meetings with Kansas City, and this game continued that trend decisively.
In terms of player performance, Southern Illinois was led by a balanced scoring attack, with multiple players contributing significantly to the scoreboard. The Salukis’ ability to spread the floor and find open shots was evident, as they executed their offensive strategy effectively throughout the game.
Injuries did not play a significant role in this matchup, as both teams were able to field their regular lineups. This allowed for a competitive atmosphere, although Southern Illinois clearly established their dominance early on.
The betting market had Southern Illinois favored to win, with a home win probability of 1.0, reflecting strong confidence in their ability to secure the victory. This was evident in their performance, as they built a substantial lead and maintained control throughout the game.
Conditions in the Banterra Center were favorable for basketball, with a supportive home crowd that energized the Salukis. The atmosphere contributed to the players' performance, particularly in the second half, where Southern Illinois pulled away decisively.
As the game progressed, viewers were treated to a showcase of Southern Illinois' offensive capabilities, highlighted by key plays such as a three-point jumper by Damien Mayo Jr. and several layups that demonstrated their ability to penetrate the Kansas City defense. The Salukis’ ability to score in transition and capitalize on turnovers was a critical factor in their success.
Overall, the game served as a clear indicator of Southern Illinois' potential this season, particularly in home games, while Kansas City will need to regroup and address their away performance as they move forward.
Leaders
- PointsQuel'Ron House18Southern Illinois Salukis
- AssistsDamien Mayo Jr.5Southern Illinois Salukis
- ReboundsRolyns Aligbe7Southern Illinois Salukis
- PointsKarmello Branch18Kansas City Roos
- AssistsJerome Palm5Kansas City Roos
- ReboundsChris Dockery10Kansas City Roos
Recent form
Southern Illinois Salukis
Last 10: 4-6Streak W173.7 scored · 73.4 allowed per game4-2 at home
- W83-42vs McKendree BearcatsNov 4
- L53-70at Drake BulldogsMar 7
- W86-85vs Indiana State SycamoresMar 6
- L77-95at Indiana State SycamoresMar 2
- W88-79vs Illinois State RedbirdsFeb 26
- L79-83vs Valparaiso BeaconsFeb 23
- L60-62at Murray State RacersFeb 20
- L68-73vs Belmont BruinsFeb 16
- L64-78at Bradley BravesFeb 13
- W79-67vs UIC FlamesFeb 8
Kansas City Roos
Last 10: 4-6Streak W169.2 scored · 69.5 allowed per game0-4 away
- W80-74vs Evangel CrusadersNov 4
- L61-70at Omaha MavericksMar 7
- W73-56vs Oral Roberts Golden EaglesMar 6
- L59-65at St. Thomas TommiesMar 2
- W64-56vs Denver PioneersFeb 28
- L65-70at South Dakota State JackrabbitsFeb 23
- L66-78vs Omaha MavericksFeb 20
- L72-79at South Dakota CoyotesFeb 14
- W80-69vs North Dakota Fighting HawksFeb 8
- L72-78vs North Dakota State BisonFeb 7
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota State | 27-8 | - | 14-2 |
| St. Thomas | 24-10 | 2 | 12-4 |
| North Dakota | 18-17 | 4 | 10-6 |
| South Dakota | 16-16 | 6 | 8-8 |
| Omaha | 16-17 | 6 | 8-8 |
| Denver | 15-17 | 7 | 8-8 |
| South Dakota State | 14-18 | 7 | 7-9 |
| Oral Roberts | 10-23 | 10 | 4-12 |
| Kansas City | 4-27 | 13 | 1-15 |
| 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 | Kansas City Roos | Southern Illinois Salukis |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-69 | 40-61 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 66 |
| Three-pointers | 8-21 | 5-13 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 38 |
| Free throws | 14-23 | 16-26 |
| Free throw % | 61 | 62 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 40 |
| Offensive rebounds | 16 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 18 | 31 |
| Assists | 9 | 18 |
| Steals | 6 | 8 |
| Blocks | 0 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 21 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 24 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 64 |
| Fouls | 23 | 24 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 27 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half45-64Prince Aligbe made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-66Jorge Moreno made Layup.
- 2nd Half48-66Jayson Petty made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jerome Palm.
- 2nd Half48-68Jorge Moreno made Jumper. Assisted by Damien Mayo Jr..
- 2nd Half48-70Davion Sykes made Layup. Assisted by Damien Mayo Jr..
- 2nd Half48-72Jalen Haynes made Layup.
- 2nd Half51-72Jamaria Clark made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Karmello Branch.
- 2nd Half51-74Davion Sykes made Layup.
- 2nd Half51-76Davion Sykes made Dunk.
- 2nd Half51-78Quel'Ron House made Jumper. Assisted by Drew Steffe.
- 2nd Half53-78Trey Booker-Lowery made Jumper.
- 2nd Half54-78Trey Booker-Lowery made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-78Karmello Branch made Layup.
- 2nd Half56-79Damien Mayo Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-79Jayson Petty made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-79Jayson Petty made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-82Isaiah Stafford made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jalen Haynes.
- 2nd Half60-82CJ Evans made Layup.
- 2nd Half60-83Jalen Haynes made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-84Jalen Haynes made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-86Prince Aligbe made Layup. Assisted by Drew Steffe.
- 2nd Half62-86Trey Booker-Lowery made Layup.
- 2nd Half64-86Jayson Petty made Layup.
- 2nd Half64-88Rolyns Aligbe made Layup. Assisted by Caden Hawkins.
- 2nd Half65-88Chris Dockery made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-90Jalen Haynes made Layup.
- 2nd Half67-90CJ Evans made Layup.
- 2nd Half67-92Rolyns Aligbe made Dunk. Assisted by Damien Mayo Jr..
- 2nd Half67-93Jalen Haynes made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-94Jalen Haynes made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-94Addarin Scott made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half69-95Caden Hawkins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-95Trey Booker-Lowery made Layup.
- 2nd Half72-95Trey Booker-Lowery made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-95Chris Dockery made Layup.
- 2nd Half74-98Caden Hawkins made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jalen Haynes.
- 2nd Half75-98Kasheem Grady II made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-98Kasheem Grady II made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-101Damien Mayo Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jalen Haynes.
- 2nd Half78-101CJ Evans made Jumper.
Win probability
Above the line favours Southern Illinois Salukis, below favours Kansas City Roos.
Venue
- Banterra CenterCarbondale, IL
- Attendance3704
- OfficialsJeff Campbell, Ervin Wilson, Kyle LeRoy
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