Miami and Ohio Headline a Chaotic Thursday Slate Packed with Upset Potential--Busting Brackets
Illinois State Redbirds at Ohio Bobcats - Two conference favorites square off in a high-scoring game.
The Redbirds are the favorites to win the Missouri Valley, and given the roster they have returning, it isn't surprising. Illinois State has scored consistently and is likely to make a postseason tournament. They have yet to play a game and head into a hostile environment against another team that will be a factor in their conference. Ohio is a hard team to gauge. The Bobcats have scoring everywhere, but they don't play much defense. If they can find any defense, they will win a ton of games; otherwise, Ohio will be in shootouts all year long. Take the overs
Cal State Northridge Matadors at Northern Iowa Panthers- Beautiful offense and pace of play
The Matadors have been one of the top programs in the Big West over the last three seasons, primarily due to their efficient offense and ability to shoot the ball from deep. The Matadors play at a swift pace and maintain constant pressure on the defense with their efficient offense. At this point, it's no surprise how Northern Iowa is going to play. The Panthers are going to shoot a ton of threes and get the ball inside off the pick and roll. Offense will be a thing of beauty in this game
11.6.25 Game Analysis--Basket Under Review
ILLINOIS STATE @ OHIO
Great midmajor matchup, with last year’s meeting being a wild affair that saw Illinois State erase a 2H Ohio lead with 28 points in the final 10 minutes....
CSUN @ NORTHERN IOWA
Extremely difficult game stylistically for CSUN....
LIU @ IU INDY
The Ben Howlett Fun and Gun system was on full display opening night in Columbus...
WRIGHT STATE @ CAL
Very early returns on Cal’s revamped ball screen/dribble drive coverage was better than expected...
11/5 'Morning In The Valley'--RacerBasketball.com
Men's Basketball Hosts Tennessee State Saturday--belmontbruins.com
Bradley Women's Basketball Earns First Win of 2025-26 Season--bradleybraves.com
Men's Basketball Preview: Robert Morris & Simpson--godrakebulldogs.com
Men’s basketball opens home schedule on Friday--gopurpleaces.com
Runner Notches First Career Double-Double, Aces Drop Season Opener at SEMO--gopurpleaces.com
Thursday’s College Hoops Best Bets: Auburn Eyes Rebound, Ohio Looks for Road Win--Busting Brackets
Ohio Bobcats vs. Illinois State Redbirds
It pains me to say it, but the Bobcats out of the MAC are going to take this one. The additions of Javan Simmons and Dior Conners make Ohio a legitimate threat in league play and a tough early-season matchup. Illinois State brings back several key pieces from last year and has earned preseason Missouri Valley buzz, but the Bobcats’ balance gives them the edge.
Pick: Ohio Bobcats +1.5 over Illinois State Redbirds
Final Score Prediction: Ohio 79, Illinois State 77
Hoops HD Daily Rundown – Thursday, Nov 6th--Hoops HD
HIGHLIGHTED GAMES:
-Illinois State @ Ohio U – both teams are expected to do well in their conferences, and this is a really good early season game for both of them.
ISU among 5 MVC teams seeking 1st win, hosts Illinois Tech on Thursday--Terre Haute Tribune-Star
Sycamores open home slate against Illinois Tech--gosycamores.com
28th CFSB Center Opener - Racers host MVSU--goracers.com
SIU MEN’S BASKETBALL Game Preview: 3 Things to Watch--Dawg Bites
Salukis battle UMKC in Charles Helleny Tipoff Classic; $6 tickets offered--siusalukis.com
Women’s Basketball Battles Indiana Friday Night on the Road--uicflames.com
Women's Basketball Heads to Detroit Mercy Saturday--valpoathletics.com
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