NCAAB · Final

Murray State Dominates Bradley in Convincing Win

Sunday, January 4, 2026, 5:00 PM ET · CFSB Center

Murray State Racers 86, Bradley Braves 66, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Bradley Braves vs Murray State Racers?

Murray State Racers beat Bradley Braves 86-66 at CFSB Center on January 4, 2026.

Who was favored in Bradley Braves vs Murray State Racers?

Murray State Racers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -245 (about 71% implied). The favorite won.

Murray State Racers secured a decisive victory over the Bradley Braves with a final score of 86-66 at the CFSB Center. This win extends Murray State's impressive home record to 14-3 and further solidifies their current form, which has seen them win eight consecutive games. The Racers have been particularly strong offensively, averaging 85.4 points per game over their last ten outings, while allowing an average of 78.7 points. Their last five games have seen them score even more, averaging 89.2 points and allowing 81.8.

Bradley, on the other hand, has had a mixed bag of results recently, with a record of 8-2 over their last ten games but suffering a loss in their most recent outing against Belmont. The Braves have averaged 80.8 points per game during this stretch, while allowing 70.7 points. They have struggled on the road, with a 1-1 record in away games during their last ten matchups.

The two teams have faced each other three times in the past year, with Murray State losing all three encounters. The most recent meeting was on March 8, 2025, where Murray fell to Bradley with a score of 62-70. This history may have added extra motivation for the Racers to perform well in this matchup.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams were expected to field their best players. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Murray State favored by 5.5 points, with a total set at 162.5. The odds indicated a strong belief in Murray’s ability to win, with a moneyline of -245 for the home team compared to +200 for the Braves.

The game conditions were typical for a winter evening in January, and the atmosphere at the CFSB Center was charged with excitement as the home crowd rallied behind their team. Viewers were treated to a showcase of offensive prowess, particularly from Murray State, who continued to build on their recent scoring success.

Key moments in the game included several scoring plays in the second half that highlighted Murray's dominance. Notable plays included a 9-foot hook shot by Fred King and a series of jumpers and layups from Javon Jackson and Timoty van der Knaap that helped extend their lead. The Racers maintained control throughout, showcasing their offensive depth and ability to score in various ways.

Overall, this matchup not only highlighted Murray State's current form but also their resilience in overcoming previous defeats to Bradley. The Racers will look to carry this momentum forward as they continue their season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	MUR -5.5	162.5 o -108 / u -112	Bradley Braves +200 · Murray State Racers -245

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Leaders

PointsJavon Jackson20Murray State Racers
AssistsLayne Taylor5Murray State Racers
ReboundsFred King8Murray State Racers
PointsAhmet Jonovic13Bradley Braves
AssistsDemarion Burch2Bradley Braves
ReboundsJaquan Johnson7Bradley Braves

Recent form

Murray State Racers

Last 10: 8-2Streak W885.4 scored · 78.7 allowed per game4-0 at home

W81-77at UIC FlamesJan 2
W84-81vs Southern Illinois SalukisDec 30
W85-79at Valparaiso BeaconsDec 21
W81-72vs Drake BulldogsDec 19
W115-100at Akron ZipsDec 13
W81-68vs Bellarmine KnightsDec 6
W84-52vs Morehead State EaglesDec 3
W96-95at George Washington RevolutionariesNov 26
L60-73at McNeese CowboysNov 25
L87-90at Middle Tennessee Blue RaidersNov 24

Bradley Braves

Last 10: 8-2Streak L180.8 scored · 70.7 allowed per game1-1 away

L78-88at Belmont BruinsJan 2
W76-68vs Evansville Purple AcesDec 30
W73-69vs Southern Illinois SalukisDec 21
W108-99at Indiana State SycamoresDec 19
W86-53vs North Central College CardinalsDec 14
W84-55vs Northern Illinois HuskiesDec 7
W64-60vs Washington State CougarsDec 3
W74-64vs Liberty FlamesNov 26
L77-87vs UC San Diego TritonsNov 25
W88-64vs Princeton TigersNov 25

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
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	Bradley Braves	Murray State Racers
Field goals	23-70	30-59
Field goal %	33	51
Three-pointers	7-18	13-30
Three-point %	39	43
Free throws	13-16	13-14
Free throw %	81	93
Rebounds	33	44
Offensive rebounds	13	9
Defensive rebounds	20	35
Assists	8	15
Steals	5	0
Blocks	2	6
Turnovers	4	12
Team turnovers	2	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	9	2
Fast-break points	2	7
Points in the paint	28	30
Fouls	15	14
Largest lead	1	23
Lead changes	2	2
Time in front	1	97

How the scoring went

1st Half32-50Alex Huibregtse makes 23-foot three point jumper
2nd Half32-52Fred King makes layup (Layne Taylor assists)
2nd Half32-53Fred King makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half32-54Fred King makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half35-54Alex Huibregtse makes 25-foot three point jumper
2nd Half36-54Demarion Burch makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half37-54Alex Huibregtse makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half38-54Alex Huibregtse makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half38-57Javon Jackson makes 24-foot three point jumper
2nd Half41-57Corey Thomas makes 24-foot three point jumper (Demarion Burch assists)
2nd Half41-59Javon Jackson makes layup
2nd Half43-59Ahmet Jonovic makes 5-foot dunk (Jaquan Johnson assists)
2nd Half43-61Mathis Courbon makes layup
2nd Half45-61Ahmet Jonovic makes layup (AJ Smith assists)
2nd Half45-64Brayden Shorter makes 23-foot three point jumper (Layne Taylor assists)
2nd Half47-64AJ Smith makes 3-foot dunk
2nd Half49-64AJ Smith makes layup
2nd Half49-67Mathis Courbon makes 25-foot three point jumper
2nd Half51-67Montana Wheeler makes layup
2nd Half53-67AJ Smith makes layup (Corey Thomas assists)
2nd Half53-69Fred King makes layup (Roman Domon assists)
2nd Half53-70Fred King makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half53-71Layne Taylor makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half53-72Layne Taylor makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half55-72Demarion Burch makes 15-foot jumper
2nd Half55-74Fred King makes layup
2nd Half57-74Timoty van der Knaap makes layup (Demarion Burch assists)
2nd Half57-75Javon Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half57-76Javon Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half60-76Alex Huibregtse makes 26-foot three point jumper (Timoty van der Knaap assists)
2nd Half60-77Javon Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half60-78Javon Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half60-80Fred King makes 9-foot hook shot
2nd Half62-80Montana Wheeler makes 14-foot jumper
2nd Half62-82Javon Jackson makes 8-foot jumper
2nd Half64-82Timoty van der Knaap makes 3-foot dunk
2nd Half64-84Mathis Courbon makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half64-86Javon Jackson makes layup
2nd Half65-86Timoty van der Knaap makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half66-86Timoty van der Knaap makes free throw 2 of 2