SIU-Edwardsville vs Lipscomb Prediction 11/7/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

SIU Edwardsville vs Lipscomb Prediction

I’ll take a stab on SIU Edwardsville here, but you could make a case either way. The Cougars demolished an overmatched Eureka team in their opener, shooting 54 percent from the field with a 43-29 rebounding edge and just eight turnovers. SIUE held the Red Devils to just 26 percent from the field on defense but their outside shooting (25 percent on 4-of-16) and free throws (62 percent on 13-of-21) could have been better. As for game two the Cougars kept it up against Concordia Chicago with 52 percent shooting and a 37-25 rebounding advantage. This matchup versus Lipscomb will give us a better idea of where the Cougars are in the early-going and I think they’ll put up a strong showing.

Speaking of Lipscomb, they didn’t play terribly in their opener road loss to Southeast Missouri State, but did give up quite a bit on defense with 48 percent from the field and 55 percent (11-of-20) from outside allowed. Game two versus Iowa was a tough draw, and the Bisons didn’t play especially well with just 36 percent shooting from the field and 17 percent (3-of-18) from outside. Lipscomb should match up a lot better in game three.

Game Info, Stats and Previews

The SIU Edwardsville Cougars and the Lipscomb Bisons meet Saturday in college basketball action from Allen Arena. Here’s a collection of relevant information and reasoning for a sound SIU Edwardsville vs Lipscomb prediction. We have looked at this information from a betting perspective and attempted to determine the best SIU Edwardsville vs Lipscomb pick. We will also examine the recent form and player performances for both teams, as well as the recent betting trends and streaks pertaining to this matchup. We will tie it all together to the pick summary, resulting in a sensible prediction for a favorable betting outcome in this game.

SIU Edwardsville Cougars Betting Preview

SIU Edwardsville has two games in the books already this year. The Cougars took on Eureka in their opener on Monday at First Community Arena in front of over 1,500 fans. SIU-Edwardsville didn’t have any issues in that one whatsoever, rolling to a 91-39 victory. Leading the charge in the win was Brennan Miller, who came off the bench for 13 points, eight rebounds and three steals in 20 minutes. Both Gianni Cobb (four assists; two rebounds) and Jordan Pickett (three rebounds; one assist) added 10 points apiece to lead the starting lineup in the victory.

In game two versus Concordia Chicago on Wednesday, the Cougars kept it going with an 85-61 victory. Tops in scoring this time was Jordan Pickett with 19 points, four rebounds and three assists. David Wilson added 12 points and six boards in the win as well.

Lipscomb Bisons Betting Preview

Over on the Lipscomb side, they also have two games in the can so far. The Bisons played Southeast Missouri State in the opener and took an 86-79 loss at Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau. Lipscomb’s top scorer there was Takai Simpkins with 22 points, four rebounds and a perfect 11-of-11 performance at the line. Devyn Martin added 13 points with 11 rebounds for a double-double in the losing effort for the Bisons.

The Bisons had a tricky road matchup versus Iowa at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in game two. Lipscomb ended up losing that one 76-54. Leading the team in that one was Takai Simpkins again with 18 points and three rebounds. Devyn Martin added 11 points and seven boards in the loss.

SIU Edwardsville Cougars @ Lipscomb Bisons Betting Trends: November 7, 2026

Why the Lipscomb Bisons will win

• Lipscomb has won each of its last 17 day games against non-Conference opponents at Allen Arena.

Why the SIU Edwardsville Cougars will win

• SIU Edwardsville has won four of its last five games.
• Lipscomb has lost four of its last five games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• SIU Edwardsville has won the first half in four of its last five games.

Andrew Jett's Pick: SIU Edwardsville Cougars TBA