Drake vs Illinois State Prediction, Picks & Odds | 06 Feb 2026
College Basketball Betting Preview: Drake vs Illinois State
The Drake Bulldogs battle the Illinois State Redbirds, with tip-off scheduled for 20:00 on Friday, February 6.
Back Illinois State with a -9.5 spread when they face Drake. This is a good number and we are confident the favorites can cover the line at odds of -120.
Drake Bulldogs suffered a defeat in their previous game. A 103-90 scoreline occurred on the road against Belmont Bruins.
Illinois State Redbirds were beaten 54-50 in their last game, being turned over at home to Southern Illinois Salukis.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The last matchup between Illinois State and Drake saw the former win. It was a 73-56 scoreline. It’s been nine Drake wins in the past 10 games between these teams.
| NCAAB | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Illinois State
|
20-12 | 2404 | 2190 | 214 | 15-4 | 5-8 | 1L |
Drake
|
14-20 | 2552 | 2544 | 8 | 7-12 | 7-8 | 1L |
Drake vs Illinois State Prediction & Picks
This Drake vs Illinois State betting guide features sharp analysis across major markets, including an expert match prediction, correct score bet and a strategic bet builder.
Game Prediction
We’re excited to see Illinois State at -9.5 on the spread in this college matchup. We think it’s a great number for the betting favorites to cover at odds of -120.
Incoming team news often impacts the betting lines and odds in significant ways. Our college hoops handicappers factor this in alongside recent form, while key stats are also carefully weighed to strengthen each basketball pick.
Key Drake vs Illinois State stats:
ISU -9.5 Probability
Based on the latest odds from the top sportsbooks, our pick carries a 54.6% chance of winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and estimate the probability to be closer to 60%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this college basketball bet.
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Same Game Parlay Picks
We’ve loaded up a same game parlay with the combined picks of Illinois State -9.5, Under 143.5 points and Illinois State/BTTS No on the Result & Both Teams to Score lines.
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Correct Score Prediction
62
-
76
Illinois State
There are a range of correct score lines to choose from and we’re taking a chance on Illinois State to record a 76-62 victory. There’s a huge return if we get this right.
Drake vs Illinois State Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Illinois State are massive -500 favorites. They are regarded as 83% likely to win this college game judging by the sportsbooks’ latest Moneyline odds. Drake are the underdogs at +365 and they’re regarded as least likely to win.
The spread is calculated to be 9.5, while total points comes in at 142.5. A Total wager relates to the number of points that will be scored overall. If you’re going for Under 142.5, this outcome can be backed at -110.
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- NCAAB: 30/12 2025 Illinois State 73 Drake 56
- NCAAB: 13/02 2025 Drake 84 Illinois State 77
- NCAAB: 16/01 2025 Illinois State 62 Drake 66
- NCAAB: 18/01 2024 Drake 77 Illinois State 56
- NCAAB: 03/01 2024 Illinois State 71 Drake 88
- NCAAB: 23/02 2023 Illinois State 51 Drake 82
- NCAAB: 27/01 2022 Drake 89 Illinois State 88
- NCAAB: 13/01 2022 Illinois State 75 Drake 86
- NCAAB: 02/02 2021 Illinois State 60 Drake 95
- NCAAB: 31/01 2021 Illinois State 76 Drake 78
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Drake Stats
Illinois State Stats
- 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
- 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- +9.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games
- +9.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games on the road
- -9.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games
- -9.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 159.10 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 149.60 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 143.5: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 games
- Over 143.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 78.10 pts and allowed 81.00 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 73.20 pts and allowed 76.40 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 135.30 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 137.20 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 143.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
- Over 143.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 70.10 pts and allowed 65.20 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 74.80 pts and allowed 62.40 pts in the last 10 home games
NCAAB Table Select Season
| Missouri Valley | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Belmont
|
26-6 | 2684 | 2347 | 337 | 15-3 | 11-3 | 2L |
Northern Iowa
|
23-12 | 2447 | 2144 | 303 | 13-5 | 10-7 | 5W |
Bradley
|
21-12 | 2560 | 2422 | 138 | 17-4 | 4-8 | 1L |
|
Illinois State
|
20-12 | 2404 | 2190 | 214 | 15-4 | 5-8 | 1L |
Murray State
|
20-12 | 2667 | 2558 | 109 | 14-4 | 6-8 | 2L |
UIC
|
19-15 | 2567 | 2379 | 188 | 11-7 | 8-8 | 1L |
Valparaiso
|
17-15 | 2278 | 2300 | -22 | 13-4 | 4-11 | 1L |
Southern Illinois
|
16-16 | 2336 | 2226 | 110 | 8-8 | 8-8 | 1L |
|
Drake
|
14-20 | 2552 | 2544 | 8 | 7-12 | 7-8 | 1L |
Indiana State
|
11-21 | 2354 | 2383 | -29 | 8-7 | 3-14 | 1L |
Evansville
|
7-25 | 2143 | 2447 | -304 | 5-12 | 2-13 | 2L |
- 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
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