NCAA Tournament March Madness
#179 Illinois St
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Projection: need to automatically qualify
Illinois State’s season paints the picture of a team that has experienced a roller coaster of results with some bright spots scattered throughout. A noteworthy victory came when the Redbirds upended Indiana State, showing that they can compete and overcome stiff competition. However, such wins were tempered by losses against teams like Valparaiso and Evansville, which should have been manageable but instead highlight inconsistency. The defense has moments of robust performance, a vital backbone for any team aspiring for a tournament run, but it is the offensive issues that loom largest. To make a significant impact, Illinois State needs to demonstrate the ability to score more effectively. Their current resume suggests they'll need a Missouri Valley Conference Tournament win to secure their spot in the dance, as without it, their season’s narrative lacks the compelling chapters necessary to sway the selection committee.
Date | Opponent | Ranking | Outcome |
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11/11 | @St Louis | 190 | L80-71 |
11/15 | E Illinois | 319 | W69-61 |
11/20 | (N)Long Beach St | 157 | W61-52 |
11/21 | (N)High Point | 108 | L74-72 |
11/22 | (N)Wright St | 166 | L74-49 |
11/30 | @IL Chicago | 193 | W69-64 |
12/3 | Murray St | 158 | W76-72 |
12/6 | N Kentucky | 183 | W62-59 |
12/9 | Norfolk St | 234 | L64-58 |
12/17 | N Dakota St | 279 | W75-65 |
12/21 | SE Missouri St | 349 | W85-64 |
12/29 | @Kentucky | 15 | L96-70 |
1/2 | @Drake | 35 | L88-71 |
1/6 | S Illinois | 118 | L71-64 |
1/10 | @Belmont | 113 | L67-60 |
1/14 | Valparaiso | 285 | L59-50 |
1/17 | Drake | 35 | L77-56 |
1/20 | @Missouri St | 134 | W69-60 |
1/23 | Belmont | 113 | W77-67 |
1/27 | @Evansville | 184 | L58-54 |
1/30 | @Murray St | 158 | W61-59 |
2/3 | Bradley | 69 | L73-60 |
2/7 | IL Chicago | 193 | L61-56 |
2/10 | @S Illinois | 118 | L69-66 |
2/13 | @Indiana St | 32 | W80-67 |
2/18 | Evansville | 184 | W86-79 |
2/21 | Northern Iowa | 101 | W81-73 |
2/24 | @Bradley | 69 | L48-45 |
2/28 | Missouri St | 134 | W75-74 |
3/3 | @Valparaiso | 285 | L75-72 |
3/7 | (N)Evansville | 184 | L59-53 |