NCAAB · Final

Tennessee State Tops Southern Indiana in Close Contest

Saturday, January 17, 2026, 4:30 PM ET · Gentry Center

Tennessee State Tigers 73, Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles 67, 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 Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles vs Tennessee State Tigers?

Tennessee State Tigers beat Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles 73-67 at Gentry Center on January 17, 2026.

Who was favored in Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles vs Tennessee State Tigers?

Tennessee State Tigers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -410 (about 80% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested game, the Tennessee State Tigers emerged victorious against the Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles with a final score of 73-67. This matchup, held at the Gentry Center, showcased the contrasting fortunes of the two teams, particularly in their recent performances leading up to this game.

Tennessee State entered the contest with a home record of 12-6 and a recent form that included a 7-3 record over their last ten games, currently riding a one-game winning streak. The Tigers have averaged 78.3 points scored per game while allowing 76.3 points during that stretch. Their last game prior to facing Southern Indiana was a high-scoring affair against Morehead State, which they won 105-100. In their last five games, they averaged an impressive 87.4 points while allowing 79.4.

Southern Indiana, on the other hand, has struggled throughout the season with a 4-14 overall record. Their recent form was particularly concerning, with only one win in their last ten games, resulting in a record of 1-8-1. They managed to snap a losing streak with a win against Tennessee Tech, where they scored 71 points while allowing 54. However, their overall scoring average in the last ten games was a mere 58.9 points, while they allowed 65.9 points.

The home advantage played a crucial role in Tennessee State's performance, as they boasted a home record of 2-1 in their last three games, while Southern Indiana has struggled on the road with a 0-4 record in their last four away games. This fixture was particularly significant as both teams had met previously in the 2025 season, splitting their two encounters. Tennessee State won the last meeting on March 1, 2025, by a score of 74-69, while Southern Indiana had edged them out in an earlier matchup on December 20, 2024, winning 77-75.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the overall context of the teams suggests that any absences could have impacted their performances, particularly for Southern Indiana, who have faced challenges throughout the season.

The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Tennessee State favored by 8.5 points, with a total set at 150.5. The odds indicated a strong belief in Tennessee State's ability to secure a comfortable win, reflected in their moneyline of -410, while Southern Indiana was at +320.

Conditions for the game were typical for a January evening, with no specific weather conditions impacting the indoor game. However, the atmosphere at the Gentry Center was likely charged, given the stakes of the matchup for both teams.

Viewers were treated to a competitive game, with notable scoring plays in the second half that included key free throws from Tolu Samuels and a crucial three-pointer from Aaron Nkrumah that helped solidify Tennessee State's lead. The final moments saw Southern Indiana attempt to close the gap, but Tennessee State's defense held strong, ensuring their victory.

Overall, this game highlighted Tennessee State's offensive capabilities and resilience at home, while Southern Indiana continues to seek consistency as they navigate through a challenging season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	TNST -8.5	150.5 o -108 / u -112	Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles +320 · Tennessee State Tigers -410

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Leaders

PointsAaron Nkrumah24Tennessee State Tigers
AssistsAntoine Lorick III5Tennessee State Tigers
ReboundsAaron Nkrumah11Tennessee State Tigers
PointsAmaree Brown20Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles
AssistsIsmail Habib4Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles
ReboundsTolu Samuels11Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles

Recent form

Tennessee State Tigers

Last 10: 7-3Streak W178.3 scored · 76.3 allowed per game2-1 at home

W105-100vs Morehead State EaglesJan 16
L70-74at Eastern Illinois PanthersJan 10
W90-68at Western Illinois LeathernecksJan 9
W84-79at Little Rock TrojansJan 3
W88-76at Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesDec 31
L82-91vs Southeast Missouri State RedhawksDec 20
W78-71vs UT Martin SkyhawksDec 19
W63-60at UNLV RebelsDec 14
L53-80at Alabama A&M BulldogsDec 4
W70-64at Chattanooga MocsNov 30

Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles

Last 10: 1-8-1Streak W158.9 scored · 65.9 allowed per game1-4 away

W71-54at Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesJan 16
L56-73vs UT Martin SkyhawksJan 11
L76-84vs Southeast Missouri State RedhawksJan 9
L80-83at Lindenwood LionsJan 3
L55-59at SIU Edwardsville CougarsJan 1
L60-64vs Morehead State EaglesDec 20
L62-77vs Little Rock TrojansDec 19
D0-0vs East West PhantomsDec 16
L55-77at Indiana State SycamoresDec 7
L74-88at Western Michigan BroncosDec 4

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	Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles	Tennessee State Tigers
Field goals	25-65	29-63
Field goal %	38	46
Three-pointers	11-31	5-17
Three-point %	35	29
Free throws	6-9	10-14
Free throw %	67	71
Rebounds	44	37
Offensive rebounds	14	8
Defensive rebounds	30	29
Assists	7	12
Steals	2	10
Blocks	2	5
Turnovers	13	5
Team turnovers	1	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	5	18
Fast-break points	2	20
Points in the paint	20	42
Fouls	11	12
Largest lead	6	11
Lead changes	4	4
Time in front	14	78

How the scoring went

1st Half27-34Amaree Brown makes layup
1st Half30-34Cardell Bailey makes 24-foot three point jumper
1st Half32-34Tolu Samuels makes layup (Ismail Habib assists)
1st Half33-34Tolu Samuels makes free throw 1 of 1
1st Half33-36Antoine Lorick III makes 2-foot dunk (Aaron Nkrumah assists)
1st Half33-38Dante Harris makes layup
2nd Half33-40Jalen Pitre makes 2-foot dunk (Aaron Nkrumah assists)
2nd Half33-41Travis Harper II makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half33-42Travis Harper II makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half35-42Steven Clay makes 13-foot jumper (Sheridan Sharp assists)
2nd Half38-42Cardell Bailey makes 24-foot three point jumper
2nd Half38-44Antoine Lorick III makes layup
2nd Half40-44Cardell Bailey makes 18-foot jumper (Ola Ajiboye assists)
2nd Half43-44Cardell Bailey makes 26-foot three point jumper
2nd Half46-44Ismail Habib makes 24-foot three point jumper
2nd Half46-45Aaron Nkrumah makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half48-45Ismail Habib makes layup
2nd Half51-45Ismail Habib makes 25-foot three point jumper
2nd Half51-47Aaron Nkrumah makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half51-48Aaron Nkrumah makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half51-49Aaron Nkrumah makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half51-51Dante Harris makes layup (Aaron Nkrumah assists)
2nd Half51-52Aaron Nkrumah makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half51-53Aaron Nkrumah makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half53-53Amaree Brown makes layup
2nd Half56-53Amaree Brown makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ismail Habib assists)
2nd Half59-53Amaree Brown makes 24-foot three point jumper
2nd Half59-56Aaron Nkrumah makes 24-foot three point jumper (Dante Harris assists)
2nd Half59-59Aaron Nkrumah makes 25-foot three point jumper (Antoine Lorick III assists)
2nd Half59-61Aaron Nkrumah makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Travis Harper II assists)
2nd Half59-63Travis Harper II makes 3-foot alley oop dunk (Dante Harris assists)
2nd Half59-65Dante Harris makes layup
2nd Half59-66Dante Harris makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half60-66Tolu Samuels makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half61-66Tolu Samuels makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half61-68Travis Harper II makes layup
2nd Half61-70Antoine Lorick III makes layup
2nd Half64-70Cardell Bailey makes 25-foot three point jumper (Ismail Habib assists)
2nd Half64-73Aaron Nkrumah makes 25-foot three point jumper (Dante Harris assists)
2nd Half67-73Cardell Bailey makes 25-foot three point jumper

Win probability

Above the line favours Tennessee State Tigers, below favours Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles.