Who's Playing

Illinois State @ Chicago State

Current Records: Illinois State 4-5; Chicago State 3-5

What to Know

After a three-game homestand, the Illinois State Redbirds will be on the road. They will square off against the Chicago State Cougars at 3 p.m. ET Saturday at Jones Convocation Center. The Redbirds won't have the home-court advantage, but they do enjoy a 10.5-point advantage in the spread.

The point spread favored Illinois State on Saturday, but luck did not. They were within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 61-55 to the Jackson State Tigers.

Meanwhile, Chicago State beat the Tennessee State Tigers 59-49 on Saturday.

This next contest looks promising for Illinois State, who are favored by a full 10.5 points. They may be expected to win, but bettors beware: they are 0-2-1 against the spread when favored.

Illinois State is now 4-5 while Chicago State sits at 3-5. Two stats to keep an eye on: The Redbirds are stumbling into the game with the most points allowed per game in college basketball, having given up 81.9 on average. The Cougars have experienced some struggles of their own as they are eighth worst in college basketball in points per game, with only 61 on average. It's possible one of these Achilles' heels will wind up tripping the losing team up.

How To Watch

  • When: Saturday at 3 p.m. ET
  • Where: Jones Convocation Center -- Chicago, Illinois
  • Follow: CBS Sports App

Odds

The Redbirds are a big 10.5-point favorite against the Cougars, according to the latest college basketball odds.

The line has drifted a bit towards the Redbirds, as the game opened with the Redbirds as a 9-point favorite.

Over/Under: -110

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Series History

Illinois State have won both of the games they've played against Chicago State in the last seven years.

  • Dec 15, 2020 - Illinois State 91 vs. Chicago State 62
  • Nov 13, 2018 - Illinois State 75 vs. Chicago State 71