Notre Dame Defeats Bellarmine in Close Contest
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Purcell Pavilion
Notre Dame Fighting Irish 86, Bellarmine Knights 79, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Bellarmine Knights vs Notre Dame Fighting Irish?
Notre Dame Fighting Irish beat Bellarmine Knights 86-79 at Purcell Pavilion on November 19, 2025.
In an exciting matchup at Purcell Pavilion, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish secured a victory against the Bellarmine Knights with a final score of 86-79. This win improves Notre Dame's home record to 4-1, while Bellarmine falls to 1-4 on the road this season. The game showcased the Fighting Irish's ability to capitalize on free throw opportunities, particularly in the closing moments of the contest.
Both teams have had contrasting recent performances leading up to this game. Notre Dame has struggled in their last ten games with a record of 2-8, currently on a two-game losing streak. They averaged 75.3 points scored while allowing 83.3 points per game during this stretch. In their last five games, their performance dipped further, with an average of 73.4 points scored and 85.2 points allowed. At home, they have a record of 2-3, indicating some challenges in maintaining a strong presence on their court.
On the other hand, Bellarmine's recent form has been slightly better, with a record of 4-6 over their last ten games, though they are currently on a one-game losing streak. They averaged 81.7 points scored and 81.5 points allowed during this period. Their last five games showed an average of 85.2 points scored but also an average of 86.0 points allowed, highlighting their struggles defensively. Bellarmine’s away record of 0-4 indicates difficulties in securing wins outside their home venue.
In terms of head-to-head matchups, this was the second meeting between the two teams, with Notre Dame winning their previous encounter on November 20, 2025, by a score of 86-79. This consistency in results suggests a competitive rivalry, with both teams performing closely in their matchups.
Injury reports did not indicate any significant absences for either team, allowing both squads to field their regular lineups. This factor likely contributed to the competitive nature of the game, as both teams were at full strength.
The market had priced Notre Dame as the clear favorite, reflecting their home advantage and previous success against Bellarmine. The odds were attributed to the provider, indicating a strong belief in the Fighting Irish's ability to win this matchup.
The conditions during the game were typical for a late November evening, with a lively crowd at Purcell Pavilion adding to the atmosphere. Fans witnessed a thrilling contest that featured a series of free throws in the final moments, which ultimately sealed the game for Notre Dame. Key players like Michael Wilson Jr., Braeden Shrewsberry, Myles Watkins, and Markus Burton made crucial free throws down the stretch, contributing to the final score.
Viewers should have noted the intensity of the game, particularly in the second half, where free throw opportunities became pivotal. The Fighting Irish's ability to convert these chances under pressure was a defining factor in their victory. Overall, the matchup illustrated the competitive spirit of both teams, with Notre Dame emerging victorious in a tightly contested game.
Leaders
- PointsMarkus Burton25Notre Dame Fighting Irish
- AssistsJalen Haralson5Notre Dame Fighting Irish
- ReboundsCarson Towt11Notre Dame Fighting Irish
- PointsBrian Waddell18Bellarmine Knights
- AssistsMyles Watkins3Bellarmine Knights
- ReboundsBrian Waddell5Bellarmine Knights
Recent form
Notre Dame Fighting Irish
Last 10: 2-8Streak L275.3 scored · 83.3 allowed per game2-3 at home
- L69-77at Boston College EaglesMar 7
- L78-86vs Stanford CardinalMar 5
- W96-90vs NC State WolfpackFeb 28
- L56-100vs Duke Blue DevilsFeb 25
- L68-73at Pittsburgh PanthersFeb 21
- W89-74vs Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsFeb 14
- L81-89at SMU MustangsFeb 11
- L79-82vs Florida State SeminolesFeb 7
- L65-76at Louisville CardinalsFeb 5
- L72-86at Syracuse OrangeJan 31
Bellarmine Knights
Last 10: 4-6Streak L181.7 scored · 81.5 allowed per game0-4 away
- L73-86at Central Arkansas BearsMar 6
- W82-79vs Jacksonville DolphinsMar 4
- W111-97vs Austin Peay GovernorsFeb 28
- L68-73at North Alabama LionsFeb 26
- L92-95vs Eastern Kentucky ColonelsFeb 22
- L72-75vs Lipscomb BisonsFeb 19
- L70-90at Austin Peay GovernorsFeb 14
- L76-84at Central Arkansas BearsFeb 12
- W81-65vs Florida Gulf Coast EaglesFeb 7
- W92-71vs Stetson HattersFeb 6
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Peay | 22-9 | +1 | 15-3 |
| Central Arkansas | 22-12 | +1 | 15-3 |
| Queens University | 21-14 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Lipscomb | 19-13 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Florida Gulf Coast | 16-18 | 7 | 8-10 |
| West Georgia | 15-17 | 6 | 8-10 |
| Bellarmine | 13-19 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Jacksonville | 12-20 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Stetson | 12-21 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Eastern Kentucky | 11-21 | 7 | 7-11 |
| North Florida | 7-25 | 10 | 5-13 |
| North Alabama | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
| Duke | 35-3 | - | 17-1 |
| Virginia | 30-6 | 2 | 15-3 |
| Miami | 26-9 | 4 | 13-5 |
| North Carolina | 24-9 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Clemson | 24-11 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Louisville | 24-11 | 6 | 11-7 |
| NC State | 20-14 | 7 | 10-8 |
| Florida State | 18-15 | 7 | 10-8 |
| California | 22-12 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Stanford | 20-13 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Virginia Tech | 19-13 | 9 | 8-10 |
| SMU | 20-14 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Wake Forest | 18-17 | 10 | 7-11 |
| Syracuse | 15-17 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Pittsburgh | 13-20 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Notre Dame | 13-18 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Boston College | 11-20 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Georgia Tech | 11-20 | 15 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Bellarmine Knights | Notre Dame Fighting Irish |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-46 | 28-49 |
| Field goal % | 54 | 57 |
| Three-pointers | 7-22 | 7-19 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 37 |
| Free throws | 22-27 | 23-32 |
| Free throw % | 81 | 72 |
| Rebounds | 17 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 2 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 15 | 22 |
| Assists | 7 | 10 |
| Steals | 8 | 3 |
| Blocks | 0 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 36 |
| Fouls | 22 | 23 |
| Largest lead | 5 | 22 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half44-64Brady Koehler made Layup.
- 2nd Half44-65Jalen Haralson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-65Brian Waddell made Layup.
- 2nd Half46-68Braeden Shrewsberry made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Markus Burton.
- 2nd Half47-68Jack Karasinski made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-68Jack Karasinski made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-69Kebba Njie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-70Kebba Njie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-70Michael Wilson Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kenyon Goodin.
- 2nd Half52-70Brian Waddell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-70Brian Waddell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-72Markus Burton made Layup.
- 2nd Half54-72Jack Karasinski made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-72Brian Waddell made Dunk.
- 2nd Half56-74Brady Koehler made Jumper.
- 2nd Half59-74Brian Waddell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Darrius Bolden.
- 2nd Half59-75Cole Certa made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-76Cole Certa made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-76Kenyon Goodin made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Myles Watkins.
- 2nd Half62-77Kebba Njie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-78Kebba Njie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-78Michael Wilson Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Kenyon Goodin.
- 2nd Half66-78Michael Wilson Jr. made Jumper.
- 2nd Half67-78Michael Wilson Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-79Jalen Haralson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-79Michael Wilson Jr. made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half72-79Myles Watkins made Layup.
- 2nd Half72-80Carson Towt made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-81Carson Towt made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-81Myles Watkins made Jumper.
- 2nd Half74-82Cole Certa made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-83Cole Certa made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-83Michael Wilson Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-83Michael Wilson Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-83Michael Wilson Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-84Braeden Shrewsberry made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-84Myles Watkins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-84Myles Watkins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-85Markus Burton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-86Markus Burton made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Notre Dame Fighting Irish, below favours Bellarmine Knights.
Venue
- Purcell PavilionSouth Bend, IN
- Attendance3676
- OfficialsBill Covington Jr., Tony Henderson, Joe Switzer
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