Saint Louis Billikens vs Loyola Chicago Ramblers Picks and Predictions for Friday February 13 2026
The Saint Louis Billikens head to Chicago to take on the Loyola Chicago Ramblers on Friday, February 13, 2026. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:30 PM ET at Gentile Arena, and the game will be televised on ESPN2. At the time of this writing, the odds were not released. Be sure to check out our free college basketball picks for additional analysis and expert selections on today’s top matchups.
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Saint Louis Rolling with Elite Efficiency
Saint Louis enters this matchup with a dominant 23-1 overall record, though their road record was not provided. The Billikens have won five straight games, recently defeating LAS 82-58, DAV 91-82, DAY 102-71, GW 79-76, and SBU 97-62. Their consistency on both ends of the floor has made them one of the hottest teams in the conference.
Offensively, Saint Louis averages an impressive 91.0 points per game while shooting 52% from the field. They also dominate the boards with 42.0 rebounds per contest and distribute 19.3 assists per game, showcasing elite ball movement and unselfish play. Defensively, they allow just 67.7 points per game, giving them one of the most balanced profiles in this matchup.
What truly stands out is their efficiency. Shooting 52% from the floor combined with nearly 20 assists per game signals a team that generates high-quality looks. Their +23.3 scoring margin is difficult to ignore, and their ability to score at all three levels makes them extremely tough to defend.
Loyola Chicago Searching for Consistency
Loyola Chicago comes into this contest with a 6-19 overall record, and while their home record was not provided, they will look to lean on their home crowd at Gentile Arena. The Ramblers have lost four of their last five games, falling to DAV 84-64, VCU 89-75, JOES 85-64, and DUQ 71-59. Their lone recent win came against LAS 71-61.
The Ramblers average 67.6 points per game while shooting 42% from the field. They pull down 34.4 rebounds per contest and average 13.7 assists per game. Defensively, they allow 77.6 points per game, which has made it difficult to stay competitive against high-powered offenses.
One of Loyola’s challenges is creating defensive disruption. They average just 3.8 steals per game, limiting their ability to generate easy transition opportunities. While they average 3.8 blocks per game, protecting the rim alone may not be enough against a Saint Louis offense that moves the ball and shoots at such a high percentage. 
Saint Louis Billikens vs Loyola Chicago Ramblers Pick
Saint Louis Billikens vs Loyola Chicago Ramblers Pick
- Pick: Saint Louis - Spread
Saint Louis holds a significant edge in nearly every statistical category, particularly scoring and field goal percentage. Averaging 91.0 points per game compared to Loyola’s 67.6 makes this a difficult matchup for the Ramblers. The Billikens’ efficiency and rebounding advantage should allow them to control tempo and build separation.
| # | Handicapper | Profit |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Mark Ruelle | +4,586.00 |
| 2 |  Nick Parsons | +4,286.00 |
| 3 |  David Delano | +3,784.00 |
| 4 |  Ricky Tran | +3,258.00 |
| 5 |  The Gold Sheet | +2,797.00 |
Saint Louis Billikens vs Loyola Chicago Ramblers Total Pick
- Pick: Over
I am leaning toward the over in this game. Saint Louis plays at a high tempo and averages 91.0 points per contest. Even if Loyola struggles offensively, the Billikens’ scoring ability alone could push this total upward. I expect Saint Louis to dictate pace and create a game with plenty of scoring opportunities.
Final Score Prediction: Saint Louis 88, Loyola Chicago 70
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