Model Predictions
| Model | Southern Illinois Salukis | Evansville Purple Aces | Spread | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elo | 51.8% | 48.2% | - | ✗ |
| Bradley-Terry | 45.3% | 54.7% | - | ✓ |
| Margin | 39.6% | 60.4% | +2.3 | ✓ (17.7 off) |
| Pythagorean | 41.3% | 58.7% | - | ✓ |
Actual: Evansville Purple Aces +20 (73-53). Predictions use season-end ratings.