Valparaiso Dominates Calumet St. Joseph 98-58
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 3:00 PM ET · Athletics-Recreation Center
Valparaiso Beacons 98, Calumet St. Joseph Crimson Wave 58, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Calumet St. Joseph Crimson Wave vs Valparaiso Beacons?
Valparaiso Beacons beat Calumet St. Joseph Crimson Wave 98-58 at Athletics-Recreation Center on December 6, 2025.
In a commanding performance, the Valparaiso Beacons triumphed over the Calumet St. Joseph Crimson Wave with a final score of 98-58. This victory marks an impressive continuation of Valparaiso's strong home form, as they boast a home record of 4-1 this season. The game took place at the Athletics-Recreation Center, where the Beacons have been particularly effective.
Valparaiso entered the matchup with a recent record of 6-4 over their last ten games, although they were coming off a loss against the Marquette Golden Eagles just three days prior, where they fell 72-75. In the last five games, Valparaiso averaged 74.0 points per game while allowing 63.8 points, showcasing their ability to score effectively while maintaining a solid defense. Their overall scoring average for the season stands at 69.2 points per game, with an average of 68.5 points allowed.
On the other hand, the Crimson Wave struggled significantly, arriving at this game with a losing streak of three games. They recorded a dismal average of 54.7 points scored in their last three outings while allowing an alarming 95.3 points. Their recent results included a 50-92 loss to the Evansville Purple Aces and a 57-87 defeat against the Eastern Illinois Panthers. With an away record of 0-3, Calumet St. Joseph faced a daunting challenge against a formidable home team.
Historically, this matchup has favored Valparaiso, who previously defeated Calumet St. Joseph 107-57 in their last meeting on December 22, 2024. This prior encounter set the tone for expectations heading into this game, and Valparaiso's dominance continued as they outperformed their opponents once again.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide any specific details affecting either team, which suggests both squads may have been at full strength for this contest. The market reflected Valparaiso's strong position, pricing them with a home win probability of 1.0, indicating a complete expectation of victory against the Crimson Wave.
The conditions during the game were not detailed, but the Beacons' home court advantage likely played a role in their performance. Valparaiso's ability to control the game was evident as they built a substantial lead, leading 88-55 at one point in the second half. Key scoring plays included a series of layups and three-pointers, demonstrating their offensive versatility.
As the game progressed, the Beacons maintained their momentum, with notable contributions from players like Kyonte Thomas and Justus McNair. The scoring plays highlighted how Valparaiso's teamwork and execution led to a series of successful attempts, culminating in a decisive victory.
Overall, this game showcased Valparaiso’s strength at home and their ability to capitalize on their opponent's struggles. The Beacons’ performance not only solidified their position in the league but also served as a reminder of their offensive capabilities and defensive resilience.
Leaders
- PointsOwen Dease17Valparaiso Beacons
- AssistsTucker Tornatta4Valparaiso Beacons
- ReboundsShon Tupuola6Valparaiso Beacons
- PointsQuindarius Davis14Calumet St. Joseph Crimson Wave
- AssistsJ.Caleb Slawinski3Calumet St. Joseph Crimson Wave
- ReboundsJ.Caleb Slawinski7Calumet St. Joseph Crimson Wave
Recent form
Valparaiso Beacons
Last 10: 6-4Streak L169.2 scored · 68.5 allowed per game4-1 at home
- L72-75at Marquette Golden EaglesDec 3
- W84-55vs Western Michigan BroncosNov 29
- L56-64vs Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesNov 26
- W90-75at Cleveland State VikingsNov 20
- W68-50vs Bryant BulldogsNov 16
- 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
Calumet St. Joseph Crimson Wave
Last 3: 0-3Streak L354.7 scored · 95.3 allowed per game0-3 away
- L50-92at Evansville Purple AcesNov 7
- L57-107at Valparaiso BeaconsDec 22
- L57-87at Eastern Illinois PanthersDec 6
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 | Calumet St. Joseph Crimson Wave | Valparaiso Beacons |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-57 | 41-70 |
| Field goal % | 39 | 59 |
| Three-pointers | 4-15 | 9-23 |
| Three-point % | 27 | 39 |
| Free throws | 10-12 | 7-12 |
| Free throw % | 83 | 58 |
| Rebounds | 27 | 42 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 19 | 28 |
| Assists | 4 | 25 |
| Steals | 6 | 8 |
| Blocks | 1 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 4 | 26 |
| Fast-break points | 3 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 18 | 46 |
| Fouls | 14 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 42 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 1 | 94 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half30-51Isaiah Barnes made Jumper.
- 1st Half30-53Owen Dease made Jumper. Assisted by Kyonte Thomas.
- 2nd Half30-55Isaiah Barnes made Dunk. Assisted by Rakim Chaney.
- 2nd Half30-57Shon Tupuola made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half32-57Tylon Toliver made Jumper.
- 2nd Half32-60Brody Whitaker made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Isaiah Barnes.
- 2nd Half33-60Abdoulaye Ba made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half34-60Abdoulaye Ba made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half37-60Quindarius Davis made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by J.Caleb Slawinski.
- 2nd Half37-62JT Pettigrew made Layup.
- 2nd Half37-64Shon Tupuola made Layup. Assisted by Rakim Chaney.
- 2nd Half37-66Shon Tupuola made Layup. Assisted by JT Pettigrew.
- 2nd Half37-68Carter Hopoi made Layup.
- 2nd Half39-68J.Caleb Slawinski made Jumper.
- 2nd Half39-71Owen Dease made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tucker Tornatta.
- 2nd Half39-73Tucker Tornatta made Jumper.
- 2nd Half41-73J.Caleb Slawinski made Layup.
- 2nd Half41-75Isaiah Barnes made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half43-75Malik Petty made Jumper.
- 2nd Half43-76Carter Hopoi made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-77Carter Hopoi made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-77Quindarius Davis made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-78Justus McNair made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-78Tylon Toliver made Layup.
- 2nd Half47-80Mark Brown Jr. made Jumper.
- 2nd Half48-80Tylon Toliver made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-80Tylon Toliver made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-83Justus McNair made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Sader Servilus.
- 2nd Half51-83Malik Petty made Layup.
- 2nd Half51-86Justus McNair made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mark Brown Jr..
- 2nd Half53-86Malik Petty made Jumper.
- 2nd Half55-86Abdoulaye Ba made Jumper.
- 2nd Half55-88Kyonte Thomas made Layup.
- 2nd Half55-91Justus McNair made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kyonte Thomas.
- 2nd Half55-93Tucker Tornatta made Layup. Assisted by Joe Vick.
- 2nd Half56-93Adam Billingsly made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-96Camden Webster made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Joe Vick.
- 2nd Half56-98Joe Vick made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-98Max Bockelmann made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-98Max Bockelmann made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Valparaiso Beacons, below favours Calumet St. Joseph Crimson Wave.
Venue
- Athletics-Recreation CenterValparaiso, IN
- Attendance1023
- OfficialsBrad Gaston, Tyler Kumpf, Cody Crum
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