Illinois State at Missouri State

None expected Missouri State to be in the thick of things this season in the MVC, but here they are at 11-1, and poised to be at the top of the league. When you consider that the lone loss came on the road in the SEC to Arkansas in overtime, the Bears can play. While the star quality is not present, the starting five can all shot, and all hit from deep, making them a tough team to contain at the offensive end. The Redbirds come in at 10-2, but have misfired in their two shots at a quality opponent, and I respect their level of play enough to believe they can hang close here, so I’m opting for Missouri St. on the moneyline.