Missouri State vs Illinois State Prediction, Picks & Odds | 06 Mar 2025

Bet on a Higher Total than the Line Suggests

We’re confident that Over 132.5 is the value bet at -115. We’re expecting Missouri State and Illinois State to rack up the points, so we’ll have a wager on the totals.

Illinois State Overcame Missouri State in Previous Clash

Missouri State Bears were defeated in their previous game. On the road, they suffered a 68-60 (OT) reverse against Drake Bulldogs.

Illinois State Redbirds won their last game which was at home. It was a 62-53 triumph against Evansville Purple Aces.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Illinois State triumphed 70-68 when they last played Missouri State. It’s been five wins on the bounce for Illinois State when playing Missouri State. On the head-to-head front, they have won 6 of the past 10.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Illinois State	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Missouri State	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-

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Missouri State vs Illinois State Prediction & Picks

The Overs is sticking out like a sore thumb considering the line for this college contest is set at 132.5. We’re expecting a bigger total and -115 is available.

The college basketball predictions stem from knowing the team news and the latest form for each team. We work hard to unearth the most pertinent stats which can also act as a guide.

Key Missouri State vs Illinois State stats:

• The 132.5 line has been covered in 13 of the last 20 Missouri State games on the road.
• The 132.5 line has been covered in 9 of the last 10 Illinois State games.
• The 132.5 line has been covered in 17 of the last 20 Illinois State games at home.
• The 132.5 line has been covered in the last 3 games between these teams.

Over 132.5 Probability

According to the latest odds, our pick has a 53.5% chance of winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our cappers think there’s a stronger chance of success and estimate the probability to be closer to 60%. This is why we can recommend this college basketball wager.

There’s a chance to secure larger odds when you wager on the Totals. The leading sportsbooks allow you to move the line for an Over pick until you’re happy with the potential return.

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Correct Score Prediction

Missouri State 64 - 72 Illinois State

There are lots of different betting angles including the chance to back Illinois State on the correct score lines. For example, a 72-64 victory in their favor is available at massive odds.

Missouri State 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.

Illinois State Could Have the Edge Say the Books

With the sportsbooks giving them a 72% probability of winning this college game, Illinois State might be a popular parlay pick. That is reflected in their -256 Moneyline betting odds. Missouri State are trading at bigger odds than their opponents and they can be backed at +205.

The spread currently stands at 5.5 and the total points line is 133.5. Having a wager on the Totals is one of the most popular basketball bets. If you’re wanting to back Over 133.5, the odds are -105.

There’s a chance to back Illinois State at -200 to reach the 20-point total before their opponents. Should you want to go against the favorites, Missouri State are available at +150.

You can find a wide range of team props and game lines for most college basketball contest, with the betting sites creating lots of different options. Check out the pre-game and in-game selections before placing your bets.

Moneyline

Missouri State

+205

Illinois State

-256

Point Spread

Missouri State +5.5

-105

Illinois State -5.5

-115

Total Points

Under 133.5

-115

Over 133.5

-105

Player Props & Micro Betting

As an alternative to the game lines, check out the player prop bets that are available. It’s especially great if you have a view when it comes to Turnovers, Steals, Blocks and Points, while there are lots of other options.

Instead of focusing on the overall outcome, some bettors prefer to look at the college basketball micro betting lines. As the name suggests, it means placing short-term in-game wagers and this might include Next Field Goal, with the options being for a two-pointer or a three-pointer.

Last 5 & H2H

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Missouri State Stats

Illinois State Stats

Moneyline

• 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games
• 0 wins and 10 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +5.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games
• +5.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -5.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games
• -5.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 133.30 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 135.20 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 132.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 132.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 65.90 pts and allowed 67.40 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 63.10 pts and allowed 72.10 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 151.10 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 150.80 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 132.5: Covered in 9 of the previous 10 games
• Over 132.5 at Home: Covered in 9 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 75.90 pts and allowed 75.20 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 78.30 pts and allowed 72.50 pts in the last 10 home games

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Missouri Valley	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Belmont	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Bradley	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Drake	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Evansville	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Illinois State	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Indiana State	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Murray State	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Northern Iowa	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Southern Illinois	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
UIC	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Valparaiso	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-

Conference USA	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
FIU	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Jacksonville State	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Kennesaw State	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Liberty	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Louisiana Tech	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Middle Tennessee	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Missouri State	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
New Mexico State	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Sam Houston	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
UTEP	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
Western Kentucky	0-0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-

• 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