NCAAB · Final

Lafayette Leopards Dominate Ball State Cardinals 55-37

Saturday, November 29, 2025, 4:30 PM ET · Kirby Sports Center

Lafayette Leopards 55, Ball State Cardinals 37, 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 Lafayette Leopards?

Lafayette Leopards beat Ball State Cardinals 55-37 at Kirby Sports Center on November 29, 2025.

Who was favored in Ball State Cardinals vs Lafayette Leopards?

Ball State Cardinals were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.

In a decisive matchup at Kirby Sports Center, the Lafayette Leopards secured a commanding victory over the Ball State Cardinals, finishing the game with a score of 55-37. This win comes as a much-needed boost for the Leopards, who have struggled recently with a record of 2-6 prior to this game. The Cardinals, on the other hand, entered the contest with a slightly better record of 2-5 but were on a four-game losing streak, making this fixture particularly noteworthy as both teams sought to break their downward trends.

The Leopards' recent form has been concerning, as they had lost their last five games leading up to this encounter. In their last ten games, they recorded a 2-8 record, averaging 68.7 points scored per game while allowing 75.9 points. Their home performance had been slightly better, with a home record of 2-2, although they had struggled significantly on the road, going 0-6 in away games. In their last five games, they averaged a mere 66.0 points while allowing an alarming 85.0 points.

In contrast, the Cardinals also faced a difficult stretch, having lost their last four games. Their overall record in the last ten games stood at 2-8, with an average of 66.8 points scored and 71.8 points allowed. The Cardinals had a home record of 2-4 but were winless in their four away games. Their recent form showed a slight improvement in their scoring, averaging 65.2 points in their last five games, but they still allowed an average of 71.6 points.

The matchup also featured some interesting betting lines, with DraftKings pricing the Cardinals as 1.5-point favorites. The total points set for the game was 140.5, with odds of -105.0 for the over and -115.0 for the under. The moneyline odds reflected the Cardinals at -130 and the Leopards at +110, indicating a close contest expected by the market.

In terms of previous meetings, there was no specific mention of past encounters between these two teams in the block, but the current form and records suggested that both teams were looking to assert themselves in this matchup. The injury situation was not detailed in the provided facts, leaving the condition of the rosters somewhat ambiguous.

The game conditions were typical for a late November evening, and the Leopards took full advantage of their home court. The Leopards' defense was particularly effective, limiting the Cardinals to just 37 points, a stark contrast to their average points allowed. The Leopards' scoring was led by key plays in the second half, including significant contributions from players like Shareef Jackson and Mark Butler, who made crucial layups to extend their lead.

As the game progressed, the Leopards maintained control, showcasing a stronger defensive effort and capitalizing on their scoring opportunities. The final score of 55-37 not only highlights the Leopards' dominance in this fixture but also reflects the ongoing struggles of the Cardinals as they continue to seek answers to their recent woes.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	BALL -1.5	140.5 o -105 / u -115	Ball State Cardinals -130 · Lafayette Leopards +110

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Leaders

PointsShareef Jackson11Lafayette Leopards
AssistsMark Butler2Lafayette Leopards
ReboundsShareef Jackson14Lafayette Leopards
PointsJuwan Maxey11Ball State Cardinals
AssistsArmoni Zeigler1Ball State Cardinals
ReboundsArmoni Zeigler8Ball State Cardinals

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