The Saint Louis Billikens are set to host the Chicago State Cougars at Chaifetz Arena on Sunday, Dec. 8, at 2 p.m. SLU aims to bounce back after a recent 78-61 loss to San Francisco. The Billikens hold a strong home record of 5-0 this season and are led by Gibson Jimerson, who recently became the program’s all-time leading scorer with 1,977 points. Chicago State enters the matchup winless at 0-10 and is on a challenging 12-game road trip.
By the Numbers
- SLU has a 5-3 overall record and is undefeated (5-0) at home.
- Gibson Jimerson leads SLU with an average of 19.0 points per game and is first in the A-10 in three-pointers made (3.38) and free throw percentage (.900).
Yes, But
Despite their strong home performance, the Billikens recently faced a setback against San Francisco, raising concerns about their consistency. Additionally, Chicago State, although winless, has shown offensive potential as evidenced by their shooting 50% from the field in their recent game against St. Thomas.
State of Play
- SLU is transitioning through alternating home and away games throughout December.
- Chicago State’s long road trip has left them still searching for their first win this season.
What’s Next
Following the Chicago State game, SLU will face road challenges at Illinois State and Grand Canyon. The performance in these games could be critical for the Billikens as they aim to solidify their position leading into conference play.
Bottom Line
The matchup against Chicago State represents a significant opportunity for the Billikens to regain momentum and showcase their strengths, particularly for Jimerson and the team’s home-court advantage. Success here is crucial for instilling confidence before tougher road games ahead.
