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UT Martin vs Western Illinois Prediction 1/9/25 College Basketball Picks

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Western Illinois (8-7) vs UT Martin (6-9)

January 9, 2025 at 08:30 PM EST

The Line: Betting Odds: Western Illinois +1.5 — Over/Under: 135.5

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In this article, we will formulate a UT Martin vs Western Illinois prediction for this College Basketball game on Thursday, January 9th at Western Hall in Macomb, Illinois. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

UT Martin Skyhawks Betting Preview

The UT Martin Skyhawks are 6-9 (2-2) this year after they defeated SEMO by a score of 66-63 in their last game. UT Martin led 33-23 at halftime, but they were outscored 40-33 in the second half in the win. The Skyhawks shot 40.8% from the field, 33.3% on three-pointers, and 90.5% on free throws in the game. Tarence Guinyard led UT Martin with 14 points and four rebounds, while Carlos Cortijo added 13 points and two steals in the game. 

Prior to that win, the Skyhawks lost to Little Rock by a score of 57-56 but did beat Southern Indiana by a score of 77-46 before that. UT Martin has alternated wins and losses over their last eight games, but they did start the season by losing six of their first eight games. UT Martin has scored 76.1 points per game and they have allowed 69.3 points per game, while also averaging 42.7 rebounds and 14.3 assists per game this season. Josue Grullon is averaging 16.0 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 0.9 assists per game, while Tarence Guinyard is averaging 15.5 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game this year. UT Martin is shooting 41.8% from the field, 70.5% on free throws, and 31.9% on three-pointers this season. 

Western Illinois Leathernecks Betting Preview

The Western Illinois Leathernecks are 8-7 (2-2) this season after they defeated Eastern Illinois by a score of 75-67 in their last game. Western Illinois led 37-29 at halftime and they added 38 points in the second half to secure the win. The Leathernecks shot 51.9% from the field, 60% on three-pointers, and 70% on free throws in the game. Marko Maletic led Western Illinois with 25 points and five rebounds, while Sean Smith added 15 points and five assists in the game. 

Prior to that win, the Leathernecks lost to SIUE by a score of 77-66 and Lindenwood by a score of 71-65. Western Illinois has lost three of their last five games, but they did start conference play with a 71-68 win over Tennessee Tech. Western Illinois has scored 70.9 points per game and they have allowed 69.5 points per game, while also averaging 35.5 rebounds and 11.3 assists per game this season. Marko Maletic is averaging 17.9 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 0.6 steals per game, while Ryan Myers is averaging 15.2 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game this year. Western Illinois is shooting 44.7% from the field, 70.3% on free throws, and 37.1% on three-pointers this season. 

Why Western Illinois will beat UT Martin

  • UT Martin has lost each of its last six night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
  • Western Illinois has won eight of its last nine games at Western Hall against non-AP-ranked opponents.

UT Martin vs Western Illinois Prediction 

UT Martin comes into this matchup after alternating wins and losses over their last eight games, which means they are due for a loss if that trend continues here. The Skyhawks are only shooting 41.8% from the field, but they are scoring over 76 points per game this season. Western Illinois is shooting nearly 45% from the field, but they are scoring just 70.9 points per game. The Leathernecks will also have some work to do with rebounding, as they are averaging about seven rebounds fewer per game. Both of these teams are 2-2 in conference play and I think this game is a complete toss-up, so give me Western Illinois on their home court. 

David Racey's Pick: Western Illinois ML

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