Don’t expect a fast-paced game when the Southern Illinois Salukis (4-6) travel to Missouri to take on the Tigers (5-4). The game will air on SEC Network at 4 p.m. ET on Sunday, December 15, 2019.
Southern Illinois Salukis at Missouri Tigers Betting Odds
In their last matchup, the Tigers defeated the Temple Owls, 64-54, while the Salukis lost a winnable game to the Southern Miss Golden Eagles, 72-69.
Missouri played a nearly perfect game. They had a turnover percentage of 18.0 (better than their season average of 18.9) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.463 (below their season average of 0.482). Temple put up marks of 23.9 and 0.367, respectively, for those same stats. Southern Illinois, meanwhile, did a great job of getting to and converting from the free throw line (19-27; 70.4 percent). Javon Pickett played well for Missouri with 16 points and five rebounds. Southern Illinois, meanwhile, rallied around Eric McGill, who recorded 12 points and six rebounds.
Half-court execution will be critical when two of the nation’s slowest-paced teams square off. Missouri ranks 315th in possessions per game (66.0) and Southern Illinois is 338th (65.7) since last season.
Southern Illinois Salukis vs. Missouri Tigers Free Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Missouri, ATS Winner – Missouri, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Missouri ranks 137th in rebounds per game (35.8) while Southern Illinois ranks 266th (32.8).
- The Salukis rank 32nd in blocks allowed per game (3.0) while the Tigers rank 95th (3.3).
