Indiana State Dominates Ball State 70-52 at Home
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Hulman Center
Indiana State Sycamores 70, Ball State Cardinals 52, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Ball State Cardinals vs Indiana State Sycamores?
Indiana State Sycamores beat Ball State Cardinals 70-52 at Hulman Center on November 22, 2025.
In a decisive victory, the Indiana State Sycamores defeated the Ball State Cardinals 70-52 at the Hulman Center on November 23, 2025. This win marks Indiana State's fifth victory in their last six games, showcasing a strong performance at home. The Sycamores improved their home record to 4-1 this season, while Ball State continues to struggle, falling to 0-4 in away games.
The Sycamores have been averaging 77.0 points per game while allowing 77.5 in their last ten outings, with a recent record of 4-6. In their last five games, they have scored an average of 73.2 points while allowing 74.2. Their most recent game before this matchup was a win against Louisiana Tech Bulldogs, where they secured a 60-51 victory at home. In contrast, Ball State has struggled, with a record of 2-3 away from home and an overall record of 2-3 this season. They have averaged 68.9 points while allowing 70.1 points in their last ten games, and their recent form includes a two-game losing streak, with their last game resulting in a loss to Little Rock Trojans, 62-68.
Historically, Indiana State has had the upper hand in their meetings with Ball State, winning their only previous encounter this season on November 16, 2024, with a score of 94-84. The Sycamores' performance in this matchup continued to demonstrate their dominance, particularly at home.
In terms of player performance, the scoring plays in the second half illustrated Indiana State's ability to maintain control of the game. Key moments included a three-point jumper by Jo Van Buggenhout and a dunk by Markus Harding, both contributing to the Sycamores' scoring surge that sealed the game. Ball State's Devon Barnes made multiple free throws in an attempt to close the gap, but their efforts fell short as Indiana State maintained a comfortable lead.
The market had priced Indiana State as the clear favorite, with a home win probability of 1.0, reflecting confidence in their ability to secure the victory. The conditions at the Hulman Center were conducive to Indiana State's style of play, allowing them to leverage their home court advantage effectively.
Overall, this game highlighted Indiana State's strong home performance and Ball State's ongoing struggles, particularly in away games. The Sycamores will look to build on this momentum as they continue their season, while Ball State must regroup and address their challenges moving forward.
Leaders
- PointsMarkus Harding15Indiana State Sycamores
- AssistsMarkus Harding4Indiana State Sycamores
- ReboundsEnel St. Bernard11Indiana State Sycamores
- PointsDevon Barnes14Ball State Cardinals
- AssistsArmoni Zeigler3Ball State Cardinals
- ReboundsCam Denson9Ball State Cardinals
Recent form
Indiana State Sycamores
Last 10: 4-6Streak W177 scored · 77.5 allowed per game3-1 at home
- W60-51vs Louisiana Tech BulldogsNov 20
- L62-100at Duke Blue DevilsNov 15
- W64-55at SIU Edwardsville CougarsNov 11
- W104-73vs Illinois Tech Scarlet HawksNov 7
- L76-92at Charlotte 49ersNov 4
- L85-86at Southern Illinois SalukisMar 6
- W95-77vs Southern Illinois SalukisMar 2
- L75-85at Murray State RacersFeb 26
- L75-77at Belmont BruinsFeb 22
- L74-79vs Evansville Purple AcesFeb 20
Ball State Cardinals
Last 10: 3-7Streak L268.9 scored · 70.1 allowed per game0-4 away
- L62-68vs Little Rock TrojansNov 16
- L55-86at Wisconsin BadgersNov 12
- W84-54vs Mansfield MountaineersNov 8
- W75-64vs Louisiana Ragin' CajunsNov 4
- L66-79at Miami (OH) RedHawksMar 7
- L67-69vs Central Michigan ChippewasMar 5
- L52-61at Bowling Green FalconsMar 1
- L82-87vs Akron ZipsFeb 26
- W80-66vs Buffalo BullsFeb 22
- L66-67at Toledo RocketsFeb 19
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami (OH) | 32-2 | - | 18-0 |
| Akron | 29-6 | 1 | 17-1 |
| Kent State | 24-10 | 4 | 14-4 |
| Toledo | 19-15 | 7 | 11-7 |
| Bowling Green | 18-14 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Ohio | 15-17 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Buffalo | 17-15 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Massachusetts | 17-16 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Ball State | 12-19 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Central Michigan | 10-21 | 12 | 6-12 |
| Western Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Eastern Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Northern Illinois | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
| Belmont | 26-6 | - | 16-4 |
| Bradley | 21-13 | 3 | 13-7 |
| Illinois State | 23-13 | 4 | 12-8 |
| Murray State | 20-13 | 4 | 12-8 |
| UIC | 19-16 | 4 | 12-8 |
| Northern Iowa | 23-13 | 5 | 11-9 |
| Valparaiso | 18-15 | 5 | 11-9 |
| Southern Illinois | 16-16 | 6 | 10-10 |
| Drake | 14-20 | 10 | 6-14 |
| Indiana State | 11-21 | 12 | 4-16 |
| Evansville | 7-25 | 13 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Ball State Cardinals | Indiana State Sycamores |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-65 | 27-58 |
| Field goal % | 34 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 4-20 | 7-26 |
| Three-point % | 20 | 27 |
| Free throws | 4-5 | 9-9 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 100 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 40 |
| Offensive rebounds | 15 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 29 |
| Assists | 6 | 17 |
| Steals | 6 | 5 |
| Blocks | 2 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 38 |
| Fouls | 12 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 6 | 18 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half24-21Devon Barnes made Jumper.
- 1st Half26-21Armoni Zeigler made Layup.
- 1st Half26-23Jo Van Buggenhout made Layup.
- 1st Half28-23Davion Hill made Layup.
- 1st Half28-25Jo Van Buggenhout made Layup.
- 1st Half28-27Enel St. Bernard made Dunk. Assisted by Jo Van Buggenhout.
- 2nd Half28-29Ian Scott made Layup. Assisted by Sterling Young.
- 2nd Half30-29Mason Jones made Jumper.
- 2nd Half30-31Ian Scott made Layup. Assisted by Xavier Hall.
- 2nd Half33-31Elmore James IV made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Devon Barnes.
- 2nd Half35-31Kayden Fish made Layup.
- 2nd Half35-34Bruno Alocen made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Xavier Hall.
- 2nd Half35-37Jo Van Buggenhout made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ian Scott.
- 2nd Half35-39Ian Scott made Dunk. Assisted by Jo Van Buggenhout.
- 2nd Half37-39Kayden Fish made Jumper. Assisted by Armoni Zeigler.
- 2nd Half37-41Xavier Hall made Layup.
- 2nd Half37-42Xavier Hall made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half37-43Xavier Hall made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half37-44Xavier Hall made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half37-45Xavier Hall made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half39-45Davion Hill made Layup.
- 2nd Half39-47Enel St. Bernard made Jumper.
- 2nd Half39-49Ian Scott made Layup. Assisted by Xavier Hall.
- 2nd Half41-49Juwan Maxey made Jumper.
- 2nd Half41-51Bruno Alocen made Layup. Assisted by Markus Harding.
- 2nd Half41-53Markus Harding made Layup. Assisted by Jo Van Buggenhout.
- 2nd Half41-55Markus Harding made Jumper.
- 2nd Half41-58Jo Van Buggenhout made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Markus Harding.
- 2nd Half44-58Mason Jones made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Davion Hill.
- 2nd Half46-58Davion Hill made Jumper.
- 2nd Half46-60Bruno Alocen made Jumper. Assisted by Markus Harding.
- 2nd Half48-60Mason Jones made Jumper.
- 2nd Half48-62Markus Harding made Layup. Assisted by Camp Wagner.
- 2nd Half49-62Devon Barnes made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-62Devon Barnes made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-62Devon Barnes made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-62Devon Barnes made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-64Markus Harding made Dunk.
- 2nd Half52-67Jo Van Buggenhout made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half52-70Markus Harding made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Xavier Hall.
Win probability
Above the line favours Indiana State Sycamores, below favours Ball State Cardinals.
Venue
- Hulman CenterTerre Haute, IN
- Attendance4718
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