Cornell vs Illinois State Prediction, Picks & Odds | 09 Nov 2025

College Basketball Betting Preview: Cornell vs Illinois State

The Cornell Big Red square off against the Illinois State Redbirds, with tip-off scheduled for 14:00 on Sunday, November 9. Our betting preview features expert NCAAB predictions, betting tips, the latest odds and H2H stats.

Points Look in Short Supply

Under 165.5 points looks like an attractive total wager. Cornell and Illinois State might not be able to reach this combined amount and we can profit with this pick at -116.

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Illinois State 80-77 Winners When Teams Last Met

Cornell Big Red were defeated in their previous game. On the road, they suffered a 110-102 reverse against Kent State Golden Flashes.

Illinois State Redbirds were defeated in their last game. On the road, they suffered a 72-68 reverse against Ohio Bobcats.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last matchup between Illinois State and Cornell saw the former win. It was a 80-77 scoreline.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Illinois State	0-1	68	72	-4	0-0	0-1	1L
Cornell	0-1	102	110	-8	0-0	0-1	1L

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Cornell vs Illinois State Prediction & Picks

We cover the key Cornell vs Illinois State betting angles, showcasing our expert match prediction, correct score selection and a bet builder tailored for the best value.

Game Prediction

When the teams line up in this college matchup, we’re not sure that the total points will go over the line. Based on this pick, you can land -116 for Under 165.5 and this looks worth taking.

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Key Cornell vs Illinois State stats:

• The 165.5 line hasn’t been covered in 11 of the last 20 Cornell games.
• The 165.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 7 Illinois State games.
• The 165.5 line hasn’t been covered in 9 of the last 10 Illinois State games.
• The 165.5 line hasn’t been covered in 18 of the last 20 Illinois State games.

Under 165.5 Probability

According to the latest betting odds, our pick has a 53.8% chance of winning. However, we think that the probability is close to 60% taking all factors into consideration. This is why we can recommend this college basketball wager.

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Best Bet

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Correct Score Prediction

Cornell 74 - 87 Illinois State

There’s lots of entertainment when it comes to a correct score wager. A play on Illinois State to achieve a 87-74 victory should give bettors a good run for their money.

Cornell vs Illinois State Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Books Have Illinois State as Heavy Favorites

Illinois State are regarded as having a 79% chance of winning this college game according to the latest betting odds. The sportsbooks have priced them up at -385. Cornell are the underdogs at +290 and they’re regarded as least likely to win.

The current spread is 8.5 and total points is 165.5. A Total bet is always available and can often provide value selections. If you’re going for Under 165.5, this outcome can be backed at -116.

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Moneyline

Cornell

+290

Illinois State

-385

Point Spread

Cornell +8.5

-105

Illinois State -8.5

-115

Total Points

Under 165.5

-116

Over 165.5

-108

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Last 5 & H2H

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Cornell Stats

Illinois State Stats

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
• 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +8.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games
• +8.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -8.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games
• -8.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 168.00 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 168.50 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 165.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 165.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 86.00 pts and allowed 82.00 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 83.40 pts and allowed 85.10 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 142.20 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 149.20 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 165.5: Covered in 1 of the previous 10 games
• Over 165.5 at Home: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 72.90 pts and allowed 69.30 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 78.60 pts and allowed 70.60 pts in the last 10 home games

NCAAB Table Select Season 2025/20262024/20252023/20242022/20232021/20222020/20212019/2020

Missouri Valley	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Southern Illinois	2-0	184	120	64	2-0	0-0	2W
Murray State	2-0	193	137	56	2-0	0-0	2W
Northern Iowa	1-0	86	57	29	1-0	0-0	1W
Belmont	1-0	79	63	16	1-0	0-0	1W
UIC	1-1	164	147	17	1-0	0-1	1L
Indiana State	1-1	180	165	15	1-0	0-1	1W
Evansville	1-1	143	132	11	1-0	0-1	1W
Drake	1-1	156	152	4	1-1	0-0	1L
Valparaiso	1-1	125	170	-45	1-0	0-1	1L
Illinois State	0-1	68	72	-4	0-0	0-1	1L
Bradley	0-1	63	69	-6	0-0	0-1	1L

Ivy League	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Penn	1-0	119	72	47	1-0	0-0	1W
Princeton	1-0	104	69	35	0-0	1-0	1W
Harvard	1-0	79	50	29	1-0	0-0	1W
Yale	1-0	97	68	29	0-0	1-0	1W
Columbia	1-0	71	53	18	0-0	1-0	1W
Dartmouth	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Cornell	0-1	102	110	-8	0-0	0-1	1L
Brown	0-1	46	62	-16	0-1	0-0	1L

• Overall = Overall Wins-Losses
• PF = Total Points For
• PA = Total Points Against
• N. Pts = Point Differential
• Home = Home Record
• Away = Away Record
• Strk = Current Streak