UT Martin Skyhawks Defeat SIU Edwardsville Cougars 65-59
Thursday, January 15, 2026, 8:30 PM ET · Kathleen and Tom Elam Center
UT Martin Skyhawks 65, SIU Edwardsville Cougars 59, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won SIU Edwardsville Cougars vs UT Martin Skyhawks?
UT Martin Skyhawks beat SIU Edwardsville Cougars 65-59 at Kathleen and Tom Elam Center on January 15, 2026.
Who was favored in SIU Edwardsville Cougars vs UT Martin Skyhawks?
UT Martin Skyhawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -305 (about 75% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, the UT Martin Skyhawks emerged victorious against the SIU Edwardsville Cougars with a final score of 65-59. This victory is significant for the Skyhawks, as they continue to build on their strong home record of 14-4, while the Cougars fall to 10-8 on the season. The game took place at the Kathleen and Tom Elam Center, where the Skyhawks have been formidable, boasting a home record of 5-0 in their last five games.
UT Martin has been in impressive form, winning eight of their last ten games with a current winning streak of five. Their average scoring during this stretch is 73.5 points per game, while they have allowed an average of 64.0 points. In their most recent game prior to this matchup, they defeated the Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles 73-56 on January 11. The Skyhawks' ability to score consistently has been a key factor in their success, as evidenced by their scoring averages.
On the other hand, SIU Edwardsville has had a mixed bag of results, going 6-4 in their last ten games but currently on a one-game losing streak. They have averaged 73.9 points scored and 65.5 points allowed in their recent performances. Their last game saw them lose to the Little Rock Trojans 70-73 on January 9. The Cougars have shown they can compete, but consistency has been an issue, particularly in their away games, where they have a record of 2-1 in their last three.
Historically, the Skyhawks have had the upper hand in recent meetings against the Cougars, winning both encounters in the previous season. The two teams faced off on January 18, 2025, with UT Martin winning 85-82, and again on February 14, 2025, where they secured a 76-71 victory. This trend continued in their latest clash, reinforcing the Skyhawks' dominance in this matchup.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, so it is unclear if either team was affected by player absences. However, the absence of key players can often influence game outcomes, and both teams would have been keen to field their strongest lineups.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Skyhawks favored by 7.5 points, with a total set at 131.5. The odds indicated a strong belief in UT Martin's ability to secure a win at home, reflecting their recent form and overall record.
The game conditions were typical for a mid-January basketball matchup, with both teams likely facing a competitive atmosphere at the Kathleen and Tom Elam Center. The Skyhawks' home advantage has been evident in their performances, and they capitalized on this once again.
As the game unfolded, the scoring plays highlighted a tense second half, with Filip Radaković contributing crucial free throws to extend the Skyhawks' lead. The final moments saw both teams trading points, but UT Martin managed to maintain their advantage, ultimately sealing the victory.
Overall, this matchup showcased the Skyhawks' ability to perform under pressure, while the Cougars will need to regroup and find consistency as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UTM -7.5 | 131.5 o -105 / u -115 | SIU Edwardsville Cougars +245 · UT Martin Skyhawks -305 |
Leaders
- PointsFilip Radakovic16UT Martin Skyhawks
- AssistsAndrija Bukumirovic3UT Martin Skyhawks
- ReboundsMatas Deniusas11UT Martin Skyhawks
- PointsDarrion Baker15SIU Edwardsville Cougars
- AssistsCJ Hall4SIU Edwardsville Cougars
- ReboundsArnas Sakenis8SIU Edwardsville Cougars
Recent form
UT Martin Skyhawks
Last 10: 8-2Streak W573.5 scored · 64 allowed per game5-0 at home
- W73-56at Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesJan 11
- W76-68at Morehead State EaglesJan 9
- W65-61vs Eastern Illinois PanthersJan 3
- W67-60vs Western Illinois LeathernecksJan 1
- W86-62at Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesDec 20
- L71-78at Tennessee State TigersDec 19
- W96-52vs Champion Christian TigersDec 14
- L54-83at Southern Illinois SalukisDec 11
- W74-64vs Alabama State HornetsDec 7
- W73-56vs Charleston Southern BuccaneersDec 2
SIU Edwardsville Cougars
Last 10: 6-4Streak L173.9 scored · 65.5 allowed per game2-1 away
- L70-73vs Little Rock TrojansJan 9
- W66-62vs Lindenwood LionsJan 7
- L72-73vs Morehead State EaglesJan 3
- W59-55vs Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesJan 1
- W66-61at Western Illinois LeathernecksDec 22
- L72-76at Eastern Illinois PanthersDec 18
- W97-54vs Eureka Red DevilsDec 14
- L73-83vs Western Michigan BroncosDec 6
- W72-63at North Florida OspreysDec 3
- W92-55vs Missouri Baptist SpartansNov 28
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee State | 23-10 | - | 15-5 |
| Morehead State | 20-13 | - | 15-5 |
| Southeast Missouri State | 20-13 | 1 | 14-6 |
| UT Martin | 22-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| SIU Edwardsville | 19-13 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Lindenwood | 18-15 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Little Rock | 12-20 | 6 | 9-11 |
| Tennessee Tech | 13-18 | 6 | 8-12 |
| Eastern Illinois | 13-20 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Southern Indiana | 7-23 | 11 | 4-16 |
| Western Illinois | 5-26 | 14 | 1-19 |
Box score
| Stat | SIU Edwardsville Cougars | UT Martin Skyhawks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-62 | 20-53 |
| Field goal % | 39 | 38 |
| Three-pointers | 4-23 | 8-32 |
| Three-point % | 17 | 25 |
| Free throws | 7-16 | 17-26 |
| Free throw % | 44 | 65 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 47 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 33 |
| Assists | 11 | 12 |
| Steals | 8 | 4 |
| Blocks | 4 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 6 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 7 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 20 | 18 |
| Fouls | 20 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 11 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 8 | 71 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half25-28Darrion Baker makes 9-foot jumper (Jack Campion assists)
- 1st Half27-28Arnas Sakenis makes 3-foot dunk (CJ Hall assists)
- 2nd Half29-28Jo Valrie makes 12-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half29-30Matas Deniusas makes 5-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half29-31Andrija Bukumirović makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half31-31Jack Campion makes 17-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half31-33Filip Radaković makes driving layup
- 2nd Half31-36Matas Deniusas makes 24-foot three point jumper (Andrija Bukumirović assists)
- 2nd Half33-36CJ Hall makes 21-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half33-39Afan Trnka makes 26-foot three point jumper (Filip Petkovski assists)
- 2nd Half33-41Andrija Bukumirović makes 6-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half36-41CJ Hall makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half36-42Matas Deniusas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half36-43Matas Deniusas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half36-45Vladimir Khryapa makes layup (Matas Deniusas assists)
- 2nd Half38-45Arnas Sakenis makes 4-foot dunk (Corentin Efono assists)
- 2nd Half40-45Jo Valrie makes layup
- 2nd Half40-46Andrija Bukumirović makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half40-47Andrija Bukumirović makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-47Tyler King makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jack Campion assists)
- 2nd Half43-50Andrija Bukumirović makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half43-53Filip Petkovski makes 24-foot three point jumper (Andrija Bukumirović assists)
- 2nd Half45-53Darrion Baker makes 8-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half45-56Filip Radaković makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half48-56Darrion Baker makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jo Valrie assists)
- 2nd Half49-56Tyler King makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-56Tyler King makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-57Matas Deniusas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-57Arnas Sakenis makes layup (Darrion Baker assists)
- 2nd Half52-59Andrija Bukumirović makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half53-59Arnas Sakenis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-59Darrion Baker makes 16-foot turnaround jump shot (CJ Hall assists)
- 2nd Half55-60Filip Radaković makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-61Filip Radaković makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-61Arnas Sakenis makes layup
- 2nd Half57-62Ty Price makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-63Afan Trnka makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-64Afan Trnka makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-64Tyler King makes 21-foot jumper (CJ Hall assists)
- 2nd Half59-65Matas Deniusas makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours UT Martin Skyhawks, below favours SIU Edwardsville Cougars.
Venue
- Kathleen and Tom Elam CenterMartin, TN
- Attendance1753
- OfficialsKyle Bottoms, Bryan Washer, Derek Henry
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