"In Southern Illinois' last game, they defeated Illinois State 84-60. The Salukis were led by Alayna Kraus, who finished with 30 points, and Kayla Cooper, with 17 points and two blocks. Led by Kaylen Nelson (24 PTS, 11 REB, 4 STL, 41.18 FG%, 2-6 from 3PT) and Ellie McDermid (20 PTS, 53.85 FG%, 4-6 from 3PT), Bradley ended their last matchup winning 79-68 against Evansville."
"Southern Illinois' -96 scoring differential (outscored by 4.6 points per game) is a result of scoring 67.3 points per game (157th in college basketball) while giving up 71.9 per outing (318th in college basketball). Kraus leads the Salukis, putting up 15.9 points per game (109th in the nation). Bradley puts up 72.0 points per game (78th in college basketball) while allowing 65.9 per contest (218th in college basketball)."
Southern Illinois (8-13) enters the matchup on a three-game winning streak while hosting Bradley (16-8), which also has won three straight. Southern Illinois averages 67.3 points per game and concedes 71.9, resulting in a -96 scoring differential; Alayna Kraus averages 15.9 points per game and scored 30 in the most recent win. Bradley scores 72.0 points per game and allows 65.9, producing a +145 scoring differential; Kaylen Nelson averages 18.6 points and had 24 points and 11 rebounds in the last game. The projected score is Bradley 74, Southern Illinois 65.
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