That the Salukis are making some noise should come as no surprise as new HC Scott Nagy has a track record of successes at South Dakota State and Wright State. SIU has now won 7 of 9 and covered 8 of 10. Most impressive is how the Salukis picked up the slack when top scorer and Abilene Christian transfer G Ali Dibba (16.2 ppg) scored only four on Saturday vs. UIC, with backcourt mates Kennard Davis (scored 23) and frosh Drew Steffe (scored 20) providing ample cover. Meanwhile, Bradley has been riding on fumes as its longshot Big Dance at-large hopes have been damaged by losses in three of four. The Braves defense has sagged, allowing 83 pg the last four. Play Southern Illinois.