Model Predictions
| Model | Southern Illinois Salukis | Evansville Purple Aces | Spread | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elo | 51.8% | 48.2% | - | ✗ |
| Bradley-Terry | 46.5% | 53.5% | - | ✓ |
| Margin | 39.4% | 60.6% | +2.4 | ✓ (7.6 off) |
| Pythagorean | 41.3% | 58.7% | - | ✓ |
Actual: Evansville Purple Aces +10 (77-67). Predictions use season-end ratings.