How to Watch the Valparaiso vs. Southern Illinois Basketball Game

Matchup: S. Illinois Salukis vs. Valparaiso Beacons
Current Records: S. Illinois 9-12, Valparaiso 10-11

Live Stream Information

• When: January 28, 2025 at 8 PM ET
• Where: Athletics-Recreation Center, Valparaiso, Indiana
• TV: ESPN Plus
• Follow: CBS Sports App
• Online Streaming: FuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
• Ticket Cost: $28.00

Game Insights

S. Illinois enters this matchup having recently achieved their highest score of the season, winning 89-85 against UIC. They have seemed to find their groove, having won four out of their last five games. In contrast, Valparaiso is struggling with a recent five-game losing streak, including a defeat against Evansville.

• Scoring Leaders:
  • Ali Dibba: 26 points
  • Kennard Davis Jr.: 19 points

Valparaiso will rely heavily on players like Tyler Schmidt and Kaspar Sepp to regain their footing in this critical matchup.

Betting Lines: S. Illinois comes in as a 1.5 point favorite, with an over/under of 149.5 points.

Series History

S. Illinois has won 7 out of their last 10 games against Valparaiso, including their most recent matchup where they won 75-69.