Illinois State vs Missouri State Basketball Odds

The Redbirds will play the Bears on Saturday, January 20th, 2024. Your timezone's tip off time is 2:00 pm EST. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.

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Key Matchup Stats

Looking into the second half of the 2023-24 college basketball season, Illinois State and Missouri State are set to hit the hardwood on Saturday, January 20th, 2024. Luckily, we have some clear performance trends emerging now that each team has more than a dozen games under their belts. Use the following data to help analyze this matchup and to place an intelligent wager on its ultimate outcome.

  • SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - With the 2023-24 season in full stride, Illinois State currently has a 95.00 conference power ranking, while the SportsBetting3.com conference power ranking for Missouri State is 96.33.
  • Away Illinois State - Illinois State starts this game with a 1-4 record as an away team, ranking them 4th in the Missouri Valley Conference for away team wins.
  • Home Missouri State - Missouri State meets Illinois State boasting a 5-2 record as a home team. They currently rank 5th in the Missouri Valley Conference for home team wins.
  • Conference Win Percentage - Illinois State currently ranks 4th (0.286) in the Missouri Valley Conference, with Missouri State now standing 4th (0.286) for their conference win percentage in the 2023 Missouri Valley Conference for the 2023-24 college basketball season.
  • Overall Win Percentage - Illinois State has a 0.444 overall win percentage, with Missouri State, matching up with a 0.556 overall win percentage.
  • Team Records - Illinois State currently possesses 8-10 regular season overall record. Meanwhile, Missouri State has tallied a 10-8 standing as the 2023-24 college basketball season continues to unfold.

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Ladies and gentlemen, gather 'round as I, the wizard with Tourette syndrome, present to you a bewitching game preview! On Saturday, January 20th, 2024, Illinois State will venture into the lair of Missouri State. Illinois State, with an 8-10 overall standing, seeks to conquer their foes who boast a 10-8 overall standing in the 2023-24 college basketball season.

In the realm of college basketball, conference records hold immense power, determining the seeds for the coveted conference tournament. Illinois State, with a 2-5 Missouri Valley Conference standing, battles against Missouri State, also with a 2-5 conference standing. Both teams are in dire need of victory to improve their tournament prospects.

Illinois State has stumbled upon a treacherous path, losing their last 6 games. Their opponent, Missouri State, comes into this encounter with a single loss in their recent endeavors. As the battle ensues, who shall prevail?

Review the tables below to find the best point spread, total, and moneylines for this game. Remember, you can bet on college basketball legally at BetRivers, BetMGM, and BetWay. Don't forget to delve into each team's futures odds and current standings as well.

May the magic of the court guide both teams, as they vie for glory and a chance at tournament triumph!

Best Redbirds at Bears Odds


Best Point Spread Betting Odds
Underdog

Illinois State
Favorite

Missouri State
Missouri State has a -6.5 -115 point spread at BetMGM OH. They are the point spread favorite in this matchup. Illinois State has a +6.5 -105 point spread at BetMGM OH. Illinois State is the point spread underdog. Review how to bet on a point spread with our text and video tutorials.

Best Total Betting Odds
OverUnder
BetMGM has the best over line of 135.5 points. Risk $105 to win $100. BetMGM has the best under line of 135.5 points. Risk $115 to win $100. Our tutorial explains more about total bets.

Best Moneyline Betting Odds
Underdog

Illinois State
Favorite

Missouri State
Missouri State is the -300 moneyline favorite. Risk $300 to win $100 on Missouri State at BetMGM. Illinois State is the +240 underdog at BetMGM. Risk $100 to win $240 on Illinois State. Learn more about how to bet on money lines.

Matchup Odds FAQs

What is the point spread for the Illinois State vs Missouri State College Basketball game on Saturday, January 20th, 2024?

Missouri State is a -6.5 -115 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while Illinois State is a +6.5 -105 point spread underdog at BetMGM.

What is the over-under total line for the Illinois State vs Missouri State College Basketball game on Saturday, January 20th, 2024?

The best over line is 135.5 -105 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $105 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 135.5 -115 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $115 to win $100 betting the under.

What is the moneyline for the Illinois State vs Missouri State College Basketball game on Saturday, January 20th, 2024?

Missouri State is a -300 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and Illinois State is a +240 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.

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College Basketball Odds and Outcomes Explained

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Illinois State
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Underdog Illinois State - Illinois State bettors risk $100 to win $95.24 at -105 odds.

A +6.5 Illinois State underdog bet wins if they lose by 6 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 7 or more.

Favorite Missouri State - Missouri State bettors risk $100 to win $86.96 at -115 odds.

A -6.5 Missouri State favorite bet wins if they win by 7 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 6 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.

Illinois State at Missouri State Prop Bets

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College Basketball Prop Bets
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Illinois State
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First to 5 Points
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+105-145Bet
Illinois State
Missouri State
First to 10 Points
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+115-160Bet
Illinois State
Missouri State
First to 15 Points
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Team Standings

2023-2024 College Basketball Regular Season Standings - Illinois State, Missouri State
Team W-L Win% Home Away Conf CGB Conf% Strk
Missouri State17-160.5159-54-108-12+90.400L1
Illinois State15-170.46910-64-89-11+80.450L2

Illinois State & Missouri State Futures Odds

Latest College Basketball Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review March Madness odds for other teams and learn how to bet on the college basketball tournament. Also be sure to read Ron Halfback's Final Four write-up.

Illinois State Championship Odds

No NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament TM Illinois State YR: futures available

Missouri State Championship Odds

No NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament TM Missouri State YR: futures available

Illinois State & Missouri State Team Pages

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How to Bet on the Game

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How to Bet on the Illinois State vs Missouri State College Basketball Game

  1. Open a new sports betting account before game time.

    Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Saturday, January 20th, 2024 at 2:00 pm EST, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.

  2. Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.

  3. Tap to the sportsbook's College Basketball page, look for the Illinois State vs Missouri State Game.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's College Basketball page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Illinois State vs Missouri State Game.

  4. Choose your bet and place a wager.

    Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.

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