| MATCHUP | Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles | Little Rock Trojans |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 11-19 | |
| Where | Jack Stephens Center, Little Rock, AR | |
| When | Saturday, February 28, 2026 | |
| Time | 04:00 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
The Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles and the Little Rock Trojans meet Saturday in college basketball action from Jack Stephens Center. Here’s a Southern Indiana vs Little Rock prediction. We will look at this from a betting perspective and determine the best Southern Indiana vs Little Rock pick. We will examine the recent form and player performances for both teams, as well as the recent betting trends and streaks pertaining to this matchup. As we conclude, we will tie it all together with a summary that produces a sensible pick for a favorable betting outcome in this game.
Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles Betting Preview
The Eagles lost five of their first eight games this year, then hit the skids with a losing stretch that lasted from December 3 to January 15. A 2-2 run ensued, then losses to Lindenwood, SIU Edwardsville, TN-Martin, Southeast Missouri State, Tennessee State and Tennessee Tech. After wins over Western Illinois and Eastern Illinois came a loss to Morehead State for a 7-22 record.
Back on Tuesday versus Morehead State the Screaming Eagles had things all tied up 29-29 by the break. Southern Indiana was outscored 35-34 in the second half however, leading to a tough loss on the road 64-63 in the end. Tops in scoring was Cardell Bailey with 17 points and four rebounds. Steven Clay added 15 points with two rebounds and one steal as well.
Little Rock Trojans Betting Preview
Over on the Little Rock side, they they were able to win just nine of their first 19 games overall. The Trojans lost to Southeast Missouri State, Tennessee State, Tennessee Tech, TN-Martin, Lindenwood and SIU Edwardsville after that, then beat Western Illinois and TN-Martin over a 2-2 run in the next four. In their opening 29 outings that made for an 11-18 record in the books.
On Thursday versus Morehead State the Trojans were in trouble on a 37-24 deficit by the end of the first half. Little Rock came back on a 46-39 advantage in the second half, but it wasn’t enough to make the comeback in an eventual 76-70 loss on their home court. Johnathan Lawson led the team with 15 points and Cameron Wallace added 13 points with eight rebounds.
Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles @ Little Rock Trojans Betting Trends: February 28, 2026
Why the Little Rock Trojans will win
- Southern Indiana has lost nine of its last 10 day games against Conference opponents.
- Little Rock has won six of its last seven day games at Jack Stephens Center following a home loss.
Why the Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles will win
- Little Rock has lost each of its last four day games.
- Southern Indiana has won the first half in three of its last four road games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Southern Indiana vs Little Rock Prediction
I’m staying with Little Rock. The Trojans are coming off a tough loss to a pretty good Morehead State team this week, though. Little Rock shot 43.3 percent from the field in that one with a 32-25 rebounding deficit and 63.2 percent (12-of-19) at the line. The Trojans are just 2-9 in their last 11 games and 1-3 in their last four. They could really use a spark on Saturday.
These teams saw each other back on December 18 in a 77-62 road victory for the Trojans. In that one Little Rock shot a nice 50.9 percent from the field while holding the Eagles to just 40 percent on the other side. The Trojans had a 38-27 rebounding edge and a 34-22 advantage in the paint but did cough up 15 turnovers. If Little Rock can get the mistakes under control in the rematch they’ll be just fine.