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Illinois State vs. Auburn prediction: Why Auburn is favored to win NIT matchup [4/2/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get Illinois State vs Auburn predictions for college basketball Thursday.
Auburn and Illinois State will meet in the 2026 National Invitational Tournament at Hinkle Fieldhouse on Thursday, with tipoff at 9:30 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced college basketball model projects Auburn as the most likely winner of the Illinois State vs. Auburn game.
This article offers a closer look at Thursday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks.
Illinois State vs. Auburn prediction: Who will win NIT matchup?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Thursday's NCAA basketball game between Illinois State and Auburn, forming part of today's college basketball picks coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives Auburn a 77% chance of defeating Illinois State. Our predicted final score has Auburn winning 81-73.
According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and Illinois State and Auburn each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the 149.5-point over/under has a 57% chance of going over.
Illinois State vs. Auburn odds
We have sourced the best men's college basketball odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Illinois State | Auburn |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +7.5 (-102) | -7.5 (-115) |
| Moneyline | +280 | -345 |
| Total | o149.5 (-105) | u149.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Illinois State vs. Auburn picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Illinois State +7.5 | -102 |
| Moneyline | Auburn | -345 |
| Total | Over 149.5 | -105 |
According to our best bets for college basketball today, the top play to make on this game is Over 149.5 total points.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Illinois State vs. Auburn game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's men's college basketball matchup between Auburn and Illinois State at Hinkle Fieldhouse is scheduled to commence at 9:30 PM ET.
- Who: Illinois State vs. Auburn
- Date: Thursday, April 2, 2026
- Time: 9:30 PM ET/6:30PM PT
- Venue: Hinkle Fieldhouse
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Conclusion
We predict Auburn, with a 77% win probability, will likely beat Illinois State this men's National Invitational Tournament matchup.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Illinois State vs. Auburn insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice, head to our responsible gambling hub.
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Dave Garofolo uses sophisticated AI-driven analytics to make predictions and evaluate player performances in the NBA, MLB, NFL, NHL, NCAAM, and PGA TOUR tournaments, crafting insightful game and prop previews.
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