Southeast Missouri State Redhawks vs Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles Picks and Predictions January 8th 2026

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The Southeast Missouri State Redhawks enter 8-7 and look to extend their offensive momentum, while the Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles aim to defend their home court in this Ohio Valley Conference clash at Liberty Arena.

Line Movement and Odds

Southeast Missouri State opened as the favorite, with the line reflecting confidence in their scoring ability. Current market:

  • Southeast Missouri State Spread: -6.5 (-110)
  • Southern Indiana Spread: +6.5 (-110)
  • Southeast Missouri State MoneyLine: -278
  • Southern Indiana MoneyLine: +224
  • Total: 146.5 (-110)

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Matchup Breakdown

Southeast Missouri State Outlook

Southeast Missouri State averages 77.9 points per game, with BJ Ward, Phillip Russell, and Josh Earley leading the offense. Their shooting efficiency (46.7% FG) and recent 91-point outburst against Tennessee State highlight balance. Their 8-7 overall record underscores competitiveness, though their 2-5 road mark shows challenges away from home.

Southern Indiana Outlook

Southern Indiana averages 71.0 points per game, with Ismail Habib, Sheridan Sharp, and Cardell Bailey providing scoring depth. Their perimeter shooting (8.5 threes per game) and rebounding edge (38.2 per game, 121st nationally) highlight offensive strength. Their 3-11 overall record underscores struggles, though their 2-5 home mark shows flashes of resilience.

Key Matchup / Path to Victory

The game hinges on Southeast Missouri State’s ability to maintain offensive rhythm, while Southern Indiana must lean on Habib and Sharp to pace the offense. If Southeast Missouri State controls tempo and shooting efficiency, their depth should create separation.

Injuries / Availability

Southeast Missouri State: No injury updates provided.

Southern Indiana: No injury updates provided.

Environment

Liberty Arena provides Southern Indiana with a home-court edge, where they are 2-5 this season. Southeast Missouri State’s balanced offense highlights their ability to compete in Evansville.

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Best Bets and Prediction

Projected Final Score: Southeast Missouri State 75, Southern Indiana 69

  • Southeast Missouri State -6.5 → Best Bet. Their offensive pace and shooting efficiency make them the sharper side.
  • Under 146.5 → Total play. Both teams’ slower pace points toward a combined score below the line.

Southeast Missouri State’s depth and rebounding should dictate the game, while Southern Indiana’s offense keeps the spread in play. Expect a competitive contest trending under the total.

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