8* Loyola Chicago (DESTRUCTION)

The Ramblers hit the road at 17-4 overall and 8-2 in league play. Missouri State has an 8-3 record in conference action. The Bears started the season at 4-4, but they've since won 13 of their last 16 games. This is going to be a great game, but I expect the visiting side to find a way to deliver. Loyola Chicago is off a 78-64 win over over Illinois State on Wednesday. It averages 110.7 points per 100 possessions. They also allow a league-low 94.9 points per 100 possessions (also lead the conference in turnover rate at 19.7 percent.) Missouri State is off a 69-54 win over Southern Illinois. It averages 113.1 points per 100 possessions, while posting a middle of the pack 101.0 defensive rating, which ranks 4th in the MVC. I say the Ramblers suffocating defensive play is the difference here!

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