- Matchup: Southern Illinois Salukis vs Murray State Racers
- Date: Monday, December 29, 2025
- Venue: CFSB Center in Murray, KY
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Murray State Racers (10-3) will take on the Southern Illinois Salukis (6-7) at the CFSB Center this Monday.
In their most recent game, the Southern Illinois Salukis faced Bradley and suffered a narrow defeat, ending the game 73-69. Southern Illinois posted a field goal percentage of 44.3% (27 out of 61) and converted 3 of their 19 attempts beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, the Salukis achieved a success rate of 66.7%, making 12 of 18 attempts. On the boards, they secured 31 rebounds, including 7 offensive rebounds. The team recorded 11 assists while committing 14 turnovers and snagging 9 steals. Defensively, Southern Illinois allowed their opponents to shoot 41.4% from the floor, with Bradley converting 24 out of 58 shots. The Braves managed 16 assists and 8 steals, grabbing a total of 33 rebounds (10 offensive and 23 defensive) without any blocks. Bradley was effective from the free-throw line, hitting 90.0% of their shots by scoring 18 of 20 attempts, along with 7 of 16 from three-point territory. Southern Illinois accumulated 21 fouls while Bradley had 17.
Damien Mayo Jr. stood out in this matchup, contributing 18 points on 7 of 14 shooting. He played for 31 minutes, totaled 5 rebounds, and recorded 1 assist, achieving a shooting percentage of 50.0%.
The Salukis enter this contest with a record of 6-7 for the season. They average 78.8 points per game (ranking 152nd nationally) and boast a shooting percentage of 48.7%. Southern Illinois is hitting 27.4% of their three-point attempts (60 out of 219) and 67.1% from the free-throw line. The team averages 39.3 rebounds per game and has recorded 192 assists this season, positioning them 146th in the nation for assists. They turn the ball over 13.1 times per game and commit an average of 18.0 personal fouls.
Defensively, the Salukis force their opponents into an average of 13.6 turnovers per contest and draw 18.8 fouls. They rank 253rd nationwide in allowed assists, with a total of 181 this year. Southern Illinois is conceding a field goal percentage of 42.1% (338 of 803) to their opponents and allows an average of 35.0 rebounds per game. They give up 32.1% on three-point shots, placing them 187th in D-1 for points allowed per game at 73.5.
In their last outing, the Murray State Racers secured a win against Valparaiso, finishing 85-79. The Racers collected 24 defensive boards and 9 offensive boards for a total of 33 rebounds. They turned the ball over 11 times and recorded 5 steals during the game. Valparaiso committed 24 fouls, resulting in 28 free-throw attempts for the Racers, of which they made 23 for an impressive 82.1% success rate. Murray State hit 6 of 18 three-point attempts (33.3%) and finished the game shooting 49.1% overall, making 28 of 57 attempts. Valparaiso managed to shoot 47.7% from the field with 31 of 65 shots made. They finished with a three-point shooting percentage of 38.9% (7 of 18) and made 10 of 15 free throws (66.7%). On the board, Murray State allowed Valparaiso to secure 31 total rebounds, including 8 on the offensive side.
Roman Domon was pivotal for the Racers, shooting 80.0% (4 of 5) and recording 20 points along with 3 rebounds in just 23 minutes of play.
Murray State boasts a record of 10-3 this season. The Racers average 18.9 personal fouls per game and shoot 75.7% from the free-throw line. They provide 15.8 assists per game (110th in D-1) and average 12.2 turnovers. Overall, Murray State has scored 1,161 points, averaging 89.3 points per game, and they grab 38.6 rebounds each game, connecting on 48.1% of their field-goal attempts, ranked 74th nationally.
Defensively, the Racers limit opponents to 32.4% on three-point attempts (69 of 213) and allow 73.2% at the free-throw line. They average 12.3 allowed assists and 34.5 rebounds per game, positioning them 104th and 187th in their respective categories. Defensively, Murray State ranks 293rd in D-1, giving up 78.1 points per game while forcing 12.1 turnovers and allowing opponents to shoot 45.0% from the floor (263rd overall).
Who will come out on top in tonight’s matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Back Murray State
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