Model Predictions
| Model | Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons | Southern Utah Thunderbirds | Spread | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elo | 27.2% | 72.8% | - | ✗ |
| Bradley-Terry | 59.0% | 41.0% | - | ✓ |
| Margin | 56.7% | 43.3% | -1.5 | ✓ (5.5 off) |
| Pythagorean | 57.1% | 42.9% | - | ✓ |
Actual: Southern Utah Thunderbirds -7 (64-71). Predictions use season-end ratings.