FINAL
January 17, 2026 β’ Banterra Center
NCAAB PREVIEW β’ January 17, 2026
Featured Matchup
Hardwood Matchup: Belmont Bruins meets Southern Illinois Salukis at Banterra Center.
Belmont Bruins
Visiting Side
Southern Illinois Salukis
Home Side
Team Matchup Analysis Tale of the Tape
Circled Game Matchup Projection
45%
Belmont Bruins
VS
55%
Southern Illinois Salukis
Projected Score
BEL 84
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SOU 88
Data Confidence
High
Data Used
3 of 4 categories
- Southern Illinois Salukis holds the advantage in team rebounding.
- Belmont Bruins operates with higher offensive efficiency.
Belmont Bruins
STAT
Southern Illinois Salukis
Situational Context Environment
Venue Advantage
Host Southern Illinois Salukis plays on familiar turf at Banterra Center.
Conditions
Conditions: Dome/Indoor
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Circled Game Analytical Outlook
Circled Game Takeaway
Why Belmont Bruins Could Win
Belmont Bruins generates 82.5 points per game while shooting 51.4%.
Why Southern Illinois Salukis Could Win
Southern Illinois Salukis produces 72.5 points per game on 46.3% shooting.
Deciding Factor
The deciding factor will be if Belmont Bruins's more efficient shooting can break down the defense.
Game Details
Banterra Center
Dome/Indoor
Attendance
N/A
Closing Odds
Line: NL | O/U: TBD
Team Leaders
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Roster Information Unavailable
Player leaders will be available shortly.
Consensus Pool
Closed Poll
Circle Crowd Pick Meter
Belmont Bruins (46.9%)
Southern Illinois Salukis (53.1%)
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