Redshirt junior guard Rishonda Napier attempts a basket during SIU’s 69-68 loss to Loyola University on Jan. 10 at SIU Arena.
After a 4-1 start to Missouri Valley Conference play, the Salukis dropped their last two games to Wichita State and Missouri State last weekend. SIU (11-8, 4-3 MVC) will look to bounce back against Indiana State.
The Sycamores (8-10, 4-3 MVC) average 58.6 points per game, which ranks sixth in the conference, but the strength of this team lies in its defense.
Indiana State is the best in the Valley in points allowed, limiting teams to 58 per game.