The Friday night Hot side is on So Illinois at 8:00 eastern. This game is a neutral court game in the U.S Virgin Islands Paradise Jam Tournament. The Southern Illinois team led by Junior guard Lance Jones has been the focal point for Southern Illinois this season, putting up 21 points in the first game and 22 vs Austin Peay. In fact the Salukis have all 5 returning starters back return over 95% of their scoring and they have six guys with 500+ career points. Southern Illinois bounced back from an opening night road loss with a solid win and cover over Austin Peay. They have covered 5 of 7 and are 5-0 ats on the road playing on Friday Colorado is 3-0 but has not taken on anyone of Substance and have filed to cover 5 of 7 vs Missouri Valley Conference teams. Play on Southern Illinois.