Utah State vs. Illinois State Picks and Prediction for Saturday, December 13, 2025
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On Saturday, the Utah State Aggies (8-1) face off against the Illinois State Redbirds (8-2) in the Salt Lake Slam at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. This game will air on YouTube. Keep up to date with all the NCAAB action, with our College Basketball predictions.
Utah State vs. Illinois State Game Information
- December 13, 2025
- 5:00pm EST
- Delta Center
- YouTube
Illinois State Form & Recent Results
Illinois State heads into this game riding a wave of momentum, having won their last seven games in a row. Their latest victory was an impressive 95-53 triumph over Chicago State last Saturday, where Mason Klabo put up 16 points for the Redbirds. Throughout this season, the scoring load has been shared mainly between Johnny Kinziger and Ty’Reek Coleman, with both players contributing an average of 13 points per game. Close behind them is Chase Walker, who’s been a reliable scorer as well, averaging 11.4 points so far this year. When it comes to controlling the boards, Brandon Lirb has been the Redbirds’ go-to player, leading the team with an average of 5.8 rebounds each game. As for playmaking, Johnny Kinziger has emerged as the top facilitator, dishing out an average of 2.8 assists this season. Illinois State has been putting up big numbers offensively too, averaging 85.8 points per game over their last five matchups. Now, with a hot streak on the line, the Redbirds are hoping to make it eight straight wins as they prepare to take on Utah State in what promises to be an exciting game.
Utah State Form & Recent Results
Utah State comes into this game riding the momentum of a one-game winning streak, having secured victories in four of their last five contests. In their most recent matchup, the Aggies put together an impressive performance against Charlotte, cruising to a 79-53 win, highlighted by Mason Falslev’s 22-point outburst. This season, MJ Collins Jr. has established himself as the team’s top scorer, averaging an impressive 20.7 points per game. Mason Falslev follows as the second-leading point-getter for the Aggies, contributing 15.2 points a night. Garry Clark has been the team’s standout rebounder, pulling down an average of 7.8 rebounds per game. Meanwhile, Drake Allen has proven himself as Utah State’s primary facilitator, leading the team with 5.9 assists per outing. In their last five games, the Aggies have been on an offensive tear, putting up an average of 82.8 points per game. As they get set to face Illinois State, who currently boasts a seven-game winning streak, Utah State is hoping to ride their strong play into Salt Lake City and come away with a signature win to keep their season moving in the right direction.
Key Players
- Utah State’s Mason Falslev this season: 15.2 points per game
- Illinois State’s Johnny Kinziger this season: 13 points, 2.8 assists per game
Betting Odds & Market Overview:
- USU -9.5; O/U 147.5
Utah State vs. Illinois State Picks and Prediction
Illinois State is riding high on a seven-game winning streak as they head into Salt Lake City to take on Utah State in the Salt Lake Slam. With plenty of momentum behind them, the Redbirds are eager to stretch their streak to eight straight wins and keep their impressive season rolling. Meanwhile, the Aggies have some confidence of their own after recently picking up a victory, and they're determined to halt Illinois State’s run while building a winning streak of their own, hoping to make it back-to-back games in the win column. Final Score Prediction, Utah State Aggies win but fail to cover the spread, 75-73. Make sure you know about how the fans are looking on prediction markets for Utah State with the Fliff promo code. The best sportsbooks are the best way to go when you are betting on Illinois State. Make sure when you place your Illinois State vs Utah State bet you are using the bet365 bonus code.
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