Valparaiso Beacons Defeat Bryant Bulldogs 68-50
Sunday, November 16, 2025, 1:00 PM ET · Athletics-Recreation Center
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Who won Bryant Bulldogs vs Valparaiso Beacons?
Valparaiso Beacons beat Bryant Bulldogs 68-50 at Athletics-Recreation Center on November 16, 2025.
In a decisive matchup, the Valparaiso Beacons triumphed over the Bryant Bulldogs with a final score of 68-50 at the Athletics-Recreation Center. This victory marks a continuation of Valparaiso's strong performance at home, improving their home record to 4-1 while Bryant falls to 1-4 in away games this season.
Valparaiso entered the game with a home record of 3-1 and a recent form of 6-4 in their last ten games, currently riding a one-game winning streak after defeating the Nicholls Colonels 68-63 on November 13. The Beacons have averaged 67.6 points scored per game while allowing 71.2 points, indicating a slightly defensive struggle in some of their previous outings. In their last five games, they have averaged 64.4 points scored and allowed 73.2 points.
On the other side, the Bryant Bulldogs have struggled this season, now holding a record of 1-4 on the road and 1-3 overall. They came into this game with a recent record of 7-3, including a victory over the Dartmouth Big Green on November 13, where they won 82-75. The Bulldogs have averaged 75.2 points scored per game while allowing 70.7 points, showcasing a more offensive-oriented approach. However, their last five games have seen them average 72.6 points scored and 73.6 points allowed.
In terms of previous meetings, the matchup between these two teams has not been highlighted in the block, but the current season's performance suggests a significant gap in form, particularly given Valparaiso's strong showing at home. The Beacons' ability to capitalize on their home-court advantage was evident in this game.
Injuries were not mentioned in the block, indicating that both teams may have been at full strength for this contest, which is crucial for maintaining competitive integrity and performance consistency.
The market had priced this game with Valparaiso as the clear favorite, with a home win probability of 1.0, reflecting the expectations of their performance based on their recent form and home advantage. This aligns with their eventual victory, as they effectively controlled the game throughout.
The conditions of the game were not detailed in the block, but the home atmosphere at the Athletics-Recreation Center likely contributed to Valparaiso's performance, providing them with the support needed to secure the win.
As the game progressed, key moments included a series of scoring plays in the second half that solidified Valparaiso's lead. Notable plays included a layup and a three-point jumper by Owen Dease, as well as several free throws by Mark Brown Jr., which helped extend their lead to 68-45 before Bryant managed to score again. The final moments of the game saw Valparaiso maintain control, ultimately sealing the victory at 68-50.
Overall, this matchup highlighted Valparaiso's strengths at home and underscored Bryant's ongoing struggles this season, particularly in away games. The Beacons' ability to execute their game plan effectively allowed them to dominate the scoreboard and secure a convincing win.
Leaders
- PointsRakim Chaney18Valparaiso Beacons
- AssistsCarter Hopoi4Valparaiso Beacons
- ReboundsShon Tupuola11Valparaiso Beacons
- PointsTimofei Rudovskii13Bryant Bulldogs
- AssistsLennart Weber2Bryant Bulldogs
- ReboundsLennart Weber6Bryant Bulldogs
Recent form
Valparaiso Beacons
Last 10: 6-4Streak W167.6 scored · 71.2 allowed per game3-1 at home
- W68-63vs Nicholls ColonelsNov 13
- L59-107at Kentucky WildcatsNov 8
- W66-63vs Eastern Illinois PanthersNov 5
- L65-70at Bradley BravesMar 8
- W64-63at Northern Iowa PanthersMar 8
- W67-50at UIC FlamesMar 7
- L73-77at UIC FlamesMar 2
- L65-76vs Bradley BravesFeb 27
- W83-79at Southern Illinois SalukisFeb 23
- W66-64vs Missouri State BearsFeb 20
Bryant Bulldogs
Last 10: 7-3Streak W175.2 scored · 70.7 allowed per game2-3 away
- W82-75vs Dartmouth Big GreenNov 13
- L45-74at Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsNov 8
- L66-82at Siena SaintsNov 4
- W79-59vs Maine Black BearsMar 15
- W91-78vs UAlbany Great DanesMar 12
- W85-74vs UMBC RetrieversMar 8
- W90-56vs New Hampshire WildcatsMar 4
- W80-72at Maine Black BearsMar 1
- W79-78at UMass Lowell River HawksFeb 27
- L55-59at Vermont CatamountsFeb 21
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UMBC | 24-9 | - | 14-2 |
| Vermont | 22-12 | 2 | 12-4 |
| NJIT | 16-17 | 4 | 10-6 |
| UMass Lowell | 15-18 | 5 | 9-7 |
| UAlbany | 11-21 | 7 | 7-9 |
| Maine | 8-24 | 8 | 6-10 |
| New Hampshire | 9-21 | 9 | 5-11 |
| Bryant | 9-22 | 9 | 5-11 |
| Binghamton | 8-23 | 10 | 4-12 |
| 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 | Bryant Bulldogs | Valparaiso Beacons |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 18-65 | 22-56 |
| Field goal % | 28 | 39 |
| Three-pointers | 6-29 | 8-21 |
| Three-point % | 21 | 38 |
| Free throws | 8-9 | 16-25 |
| Free throw % | 89 | 64 |
| Rebounds | 46 | 42 |
| Offensive rebounds | 19 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 29 |
| Assists | 9 | 12 |
| Steals | 7 | 7 |
| Blocks | 2 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 3 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 26 |
| Fouls | 21 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 8 | 21 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half26-21Jakai Robinson made Layup. Assisted by Ashley Sims II.
- 1st Half27-21Keegan Harvey made Free Throw.
- 1st Half27-22Shon Tupuola made Free Throw.
- 1st Half30-22Timofei Rudovskii made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jakai Robinson.
- 2nd Half30-25Rakim Chaney made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half32-25Ashley Sims II made Layup.
- 2nd Half32-26JT Pettigrew made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half32-27JT Pettigrew made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half32-28JT Pettigrew made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half32-29JT Pettigrew made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half32-31Shon Tupuola made Jumper. Assisted by JT Pettigrew.
- 2nd Half32-32JT Pettigrew made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half32-33JT Pettigrew made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half32-35JT Pettigrew made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half32-37Rakim Chaney made Dunk.
- 2nd Half34-37Lennart Weber made Layup.
- 2nd Half34-39Shon Tupuola made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half34-41Shon Tupuola made Layup. Assisted by Carter Hopoi.
- 2nd Half35-41Quincy Allen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-41Quincy Allen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-44Rakim Chaney made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Isaiah Barnes.
- 2nd Half38-44Timofei Rudovskii made Layup. Assisted by Ty Tabales.
- 2nd Half38-47Brody Whitaker made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Rakim Chaney.
- 2nd Half38-49Rakim Chaney made Jumper.
- 2nd Half38-51Shon Tupuola made Layup. Assisted by Carter Hopoi.
- 2nd Half41-51Aaron Davis III made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half41-52Rakim Chaney made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-53Rakim Chaney made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-56JT Pettigrew made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Rakim Chaney.
- 2nd Half43-56Quincy Allen made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half43-57Shon Tupuola made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-57Lennart Weber made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-59Owen Dease made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-62Owen Dease made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Rakim Chaney.
- 2nd Half45-63Mark Brown Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-64Mark Brown Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-66Camden Webster made Jumper.
- 2nd Half47-66Langston Bailey made Jumper.
- 2nd Half47-68Tucker Tornatta made Dunk. Assisted by Camden Webster.
- 2nd Half50-68Langston Bailey made Three Point Jumper.
Win probability
Above the line favours Valparaiso Beacons, below favours Bryant Bulldogs.
Venue
- Athletics-Recreation CenterValparaiso, IN
- Attendance980
- OfficialsRick Crawford, Gene Grimshaw
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