Oklahoma State Cowboys vs Southern Illinois Salukis Betting Pick & Prediction 12/5/23
Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Cowboys versus the Salukis? Tip off is at at 9:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on CBSS. The game will be played at Banterra Center in Carbondale, IL. The Cowboys are the favorites in this non-conference matchup against the Salukis. The over/under for the game is set at 132 points.
OKLAHOMA STATE COWBOYS VS SOUTHERN ILLINOIS SALUKIS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Southern Illinois Salukis +1
This game will be played at Banterra Center at 9:00 ET on Tuesday, December 5th.
WHY BET THE SOUTHERN ILLINOIS SALUKIS:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 73-69 in favor of the Salukis.
- Not only will Southern Illinois pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 132 points, and we like the over with a projected 142 points.
Can Oklahoma State Stun the Crowd at Banterra Center?
Oklahoma State is preparing for their eighth game of the season with a 3-4 record. In their previous three road games, which includes last year, Oklahoma State has a 1-2 record away from home. As of today’s game, Oklahoma State has a 2-5 ATS record. Over their last five games, the team has gone 1-4 vs. the spread.
After seven games, Oklahoma State has an over/under record of 4-3-0, with their games averaging a combined 143.3 points per game so far. When looking at the Cowboys’ last three games, their over/under record is 3-0, with their games averaging 154 points per game.
Against Creighton, the Oklahoma State had a tough time putting up points compared to their season average of 75 points per game. They scored 65 points and posted a field goal percentage of 40.3% in the game. Offensively, the Cowboys have a season long field goal percentage of 45%, which is 204th in the nation. In terms of three-pointers, they are 187th in percentage and 64th in three-pointers made.
At this time, the Cowboys’ defense is positioned 93rd in the country, permitting 68.3 points per game. So far, the Oklahoma State defense is giving up an average of 7.6 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 10.9 times per game (338th).
Taking a Look at the Salukis Chances at Home
Southern Illinois comes into their next game with a 5-2 record after defeating Saint Louis 101-62. In their previous ten home games, including those from last year, Southern Illinois has an 8-2 record. Southern Illinois’ ATS record leading into today’s game is 4-2, while their record vs. the spread in the last five games is 3-2.
After seven games, Southern Illinois has an over/under record of 4-2-0, with their games averaging a combined 144.3 points per game so far. The Salukis’ last five games have culminated with an average of 141 points per game and an over/under record of 3-2.
The Southern Illinois offense is coming off a game in which they scored 101 points vs. Saint Louis. Overall their field goal percentage was 66.1% while connecting on 18 threes. Offensively, the Salukis hold a season-long field goal percentage of 47%, placing them 93rd in the national rankings. When it comes to three-pointers, they are ranked 59th in terms of percentage and 15th in three-pointers made.
The Salukis’ defense is presently ranked 51st nationally, allowing an average of 65.0 points per contest. Southern Illinois’ defense is coming off a game in which they allowed the Saint Louis offense to knock down 66% of their shots on their way to putting up 62 points.