"Southern Illinois lost its most recent game to Illinois State, 78-60, on Thursday. Indya Green starred with 24 points, plus nine rebounds and one assist. On Thursday, in its most recent game, Drake topped Evansville 87-85. With 24 points, Abbie Aalsma was its top scorer."
"Southern Illinois is being outscored by 6.1 points per game with a -154 scoring differential overall. It puts up 65.9 points per game (176th in college basketball) and allows 72.0 per outing (317th in college basketball)."
"The Salukis put up 69.0 points per game at home, compared to 63.2 points per game in away games, a difference of 5.8 points per contest."
Southern Illinois (8-17) faces Drake (9-18) on February 28, 2026, at Banterra Center with tip-off at 3 p.m. ET. The Salukis are struggling, having lost four consecutive games including a 78-60 defeat to Illinois State where Indya Green scored 24 points with nine rebounds. Drake recently won 87-85 against Evansville, led by Abbie Aalsma's 24 points. Southern Illinois averages 65.9 points per game while allowing 72.0, ranking 176th and 317th nationally respectively. The Salukis shoot 29.4% from three-point range and perform better at home, averaging 69.0 points compared to 63.2 on the road. The game will be available on ESPN+.
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