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Illinois State Redbirds (0-0) at Saint Mary's Gaels (0-0): prediction and pick

Preview

Saint Mary's Gaels are clear favorites at 72% to win (SMC -7.5). Our predicted score is Illinois State Redbirds 71, Saint Mary's Gaels 78, against a betting total of 148.5.

Pick to win
Saint Mary's Gaels 72%
Illinois State Redbirds 28% · Saint Mary's Gaels 72%

Fair odds: Illinois State Redbirds +260, Saint Mary's Gaels -260. Built from the betting line with the sportsbook's cut removed.

Predicted score: Illinois State Redbirds 71, Saint Mary's Gaels 78

The line

Spread: SMC -7.5

Total: 148.5

Moneyline: Illinois State Redbirds +245, Saint Mary's Gaels -305

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