Thursday's contest at Screaming Eagles Arena has the Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles (2-0) taking on the Northern Illinois Huskies (0-2) at 8:00 PM ET (on November 16). Our computer prediction projects a lopsided 82-57 victory as our model heavily favors Southern Indiana.

The Huskies are coming off of a 95-62 loss to Western Illinois in their most recent game on Sunday.

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Northern Illinois vs. Southern Indiana Game Info

  • When: Thursday, November 16, 2023 at 8:00 PM ET
  • Where: Screaming Eagles Arena in Evansville, Indiana
  • How to Watch on TV: ESPN+
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+

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Northern Illinois vs. Southern Indiana Score Prediction

  • Prediction: Southern Indiana 82, Northern Illinois 57

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Northern Illinois Performance Insights (2022-23)

  • The Huskies averaged 70.7 points per game last season (73rd in college basketball) while allowing 71.5 per outing (326th in college basketball). They had a -27 scoring differential overall.
  • In MAC games, Northern Illinois averaged 0.3 fewer points (70.4) than overall (70.7) in 2022-23.
  • The Huskies averaged 73.9 points per game at home last season, and 68.3 away.
  • Northern Illinois conceded 68.6 points per game at home last season, and 72.5 away.

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