Illinois State vs Presbyterian Prediction 3/23/25 College Basketball Picks

In this article we will formulate an Illinois State vs Presbyterian prediction for this College Basketball game on Sunday, March 23rd at the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach, Florida. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this game in the 1st Round of the CBI.

Illinois State Redbirds Betting Preview

The Illinois State Redbirds are 19-14 (10-10) this year after they lost to Belmont by a score of 76-63 in their last game. Illinois State trailed 41-18 at halftime, but they did score 45 points in the second half in the loss. The Redbirds shot 35.8% from the field, 22.2% on three pointers, and 70% on free throws in the game. Dalton Banks led Illinois State with 19 points and seven assists, while Johnny Kinziger added 12 points and four rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that loss, the Redbirds defeated Missouri State by a score of 70-54 and Evansville by a score of 62-53. Illinois State has won four of their last six games and they finished tied for fifth in the MVC standings with a 10-10 record. Illinois State has scored 75.5 points per game and they have allowed 71.9 points against per game, while also averaging 32.3 rebounds and 14.5 assists per game this season. Johnny Kinziger is averaging 14.8 points, 3.8 rebounds and 3.0 assists per game, while Chase Walker is averaging 14.8 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game this year. Illinois State is shooting 47.8% from the field, 74.8% on free throws, and 37.5% on three pointers this season. 

Presbyterian Blue Hose Betting Preview

The Presbyterian Blue Hose are 14-18 (7-9) this season after they lost to Radford in overtime by a score of 74-69 in their last game. Presbyterian trailed 37-23 at halftime, but they scored 42 points in the second half, before getting outscored 9-4 in overtime for the loss. The Blue Hose shot 43.3% from the field, 42.1% on three pointers, and 25% on free throws in the game. Kobe Stewart led Presbyterian with 22 points and five rebounds, while Kaleb Scott added 14 points and nine rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that loss, the Blue Hose defeated Gardner-Webb by a score of 68-57 and UNC Asheville by a score of 64-59. Presbyterian has won three of their last four games and they finished tied for fifth in the Big South standings with a 7-9 record. Presbyterian has scored 74.3 points per game and they have allowed 70.7 points against per game, while also averaging 33.7 rebounds and 13.3 assists per game this season. Kobe Stewart is averaging 15.3 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game, while Kory Mincy is averaging 14.8 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 4.5 assists per game this year. Presbyterian is shooting 46.8% from the field, 69.4% on free throws, and 36.9% on three pointers this season. 

Why Illinois State will beat Presbyterian 

• Presbyterian has lost each of its last five games following an overtime loss.
• Illinois State has won each of its last four night games against non-Conference opponents.
• Illinois State has won the first half in six of its last seven night games against non-Conference opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Six of Presbyterian’s last seven night games at a neutral venue have produced a total of 133 or fewer points.
• Six of Illinois State’s last seven night games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 153+ points.

Matchup/League Facts

• Presbyterian ranks T44th among Division 1 teams for opponent field goal attempts per game this season (54.9).
• Presbyterian ranks 48th among Division 1 teams for three-point percentage this season (36.9%).
• Illinois State ranks 15th among Division 1 teams for true shooting percentage this season (60.1%).
• Illinois State ranks 19th among Division 1 teams for opponent steals per game this season (5.3).

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Illinois State vs Presbyterian Prediction 

Presbyterian finished the regular season with a below .500 record and they were just 7-9 in the Big South, but they have won three of their last four games. Illinois State was competitive in the MVC this year and did win their first game of the MVC Tournament. The Redbirds have played strong defense in recent games, as they have allowed 54 and 53 points in two of their last three games. We have seen Illinois State play tough against teams like Northern Iowa, Belmont, and Bradley, and I think they are the much better team here. Take Illinois State to cover in this game. 

David Racey's Pick: Illinois State -5.5