Duquesne Dominates Central State in High-Scoring Affair
Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 6:00 PM ET · UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse
Duquesne Dukes 101, Central State Marauders 80, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Central State Marauders vs Duquesne Dukes?
Duquesne Dukes beat Central State Marauders 101-80 at UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse on November 26, 2025.
In a commanding performance, the Duquesne Dukes triumphed over the Central State Marauders with a final score of 101-80. The game, held at the UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse, showcased the Dukes' offensive prowess, particularly in the second half, where they outscored the Marauders significantly.
The Dukes entered the game with a home record of 5-2 and a recent form of 5-5 over their last ten games. Despite a recent loss to the Northeastern Huskies, where they fell 86-93, Duquesne had shown strong scoring capabilities, averaging 81.1 points while allowing 77.5 in that stretch. Their last five games indicated a slight uptick in performance, with an average of 86.8 points scored and 83.8 allowed. The Dukes had previously secured victories against teams such as the Loyola Maryland Greyhounds and Queens University Royals, both at home, which contributed to their solid home record.
On the other hand, the Central State Marauders struggled significantly, arriving with an away record of 0-3 and a recent form of 0-2, having lost their last two games to the Central Michigan Chippewas and Wright State Raiders, with scores of 52-86 and 56-92, respectively. Their average scoring of 54.0 points and an alarming average of 89.0 points allowed in those games highlighted their defensive vulnerabilities.
The matchup was particularly noteworthy as it featured two teams with contrasting recent performances. Duquesne was looking to bounce back from their last defeat, while Central State sought to break a losing streak that had plagued them throughout the early part of the season. The Dukes' ability to score efficiently was evident as they consistently found ways to penetrate the Marauders' defense.
Throughout the game, Duquesne's scoring was led by several key players, with significant contributions in the second half that helped to widen the gap. Notable plays included a layup by Braylon Dickerson and a three-point jumper by Dom Aekins, both of which showcased the Dukes' offensive depth. The final moments saw Duquesne maintain their lead, with Lucas Prolla capping off the scoring with a free throw that brought the final tally to 101.
The conditions at the UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse were conducive to a high-scoring game, and the Dukes capitalized on their home advantage effectively. The atmosphere was charged, with the home crowd supporting their team throughout the contest. The Marauders, despite their struggles, fought hard but were unable to keep pace with Duquesne's relentless scoring.
As the game concluded, the home win probability for Duquesne was recorded at 1.0, underscoring their dominance in this fixture. The Dukes' ability to maintain control and execute their game plan effectively was a key factor in their victory. In contrast, Central State will need to reassess their strategies moving forward, particularly focusing on improving their defensive efforts to avoid further defeats.
Overall, this fixture highlighted the disparity in form between the two teams, with Duquesne firmly establishing themselves as a formidable opponent at home, while Central State continues to seek answers to their early-season struggles.
Leaders
- PointsJimmie Williams20Duquesne Dukes
- AssistsTarence Guinyard6Duquesne Dukes
- ReboundsJohn Hugley IV6Duquesne Dukes
- PointsKeionte Cornelius22Central State Marauders
- AssistsKhalil Luster4Central State Marauders
- ReboundsBraylon Dickerson5Central State Marauders
Recent form
Duquesne Dukes
Last 10: 5-5Streak L181.1 scored · 77.5 allowed per game5-2 at home
- L86-93vs Northeastern HuskiesNov 22
- W92-78vs Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsNov 20
- L77-87at Villanova WildcatsNov 16
- W87-81vs Queens University RoyalsNov 12
- W92-80vs Sacred Heart PioneersNov 8
- W83-63vs Niagara Purple EaglesNov 4
- L59-64at St. Bonaventure BonniesMar 13
- L88-90at Saint Louis BillikensMar 9
- L62-71vs VCU RamsMar 5
- W85-68vs George Mason PatriotsMar 1
Central State Marauders
Last 2: 0-2Streak L254 scored · 89 allowed per game0-2 away
- L52-86at Central Michigan ChippewasNov 21
- L56-92at Wright State RaidersNov 17
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Louis | 29-6 | - | 15-3 |
| VCU | 28-8 | - | 15-3 |
| Saint Joseph's | 24-12 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Dayton | 25-12 | 3 | 12-6 |
| George Mason | 23-10 | 4 | 11-7 |
| Davidson | 20-14 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Duquesne | 18-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| George Washington | 19-16 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Fordham | 17-15 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Rhode Island | 16-16 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Richmond | 15-17 | 10 | 5-13 |
| La Salle | 9-23 | 10 | 5-13 |
| St. Bonaventure | 17-17 | 11 | 4-14 |
| Loyola Chicago | 9-24 | 11 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Central State Marauders | Duquesne Dukes |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 31-67 | 38-59 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 64 |
| Three-pointers | 10-27 | 10-19 |
| Three-point % | 37 | 53 |
| Free throws | 8-9 | 15-21 |
| Free throw % | 89 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 27 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 17 | 25 |
| Assists | 12 | 23 |
| Steals | 10 | 10 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 2 | 2 |
| Technical fouls, total | 2 | 2 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 30 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 54 |
| Fouls | 16 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 21 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half43-56Jimmie Williams made Layup.
- 2nd Half43-57Jimmie Williams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-60Tarence Guinyard made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jimmie Williams.
- 2nd Half43-63Cam Crawford made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tarence Guinyard.
- 2nd Half45-63JaMonte Williams made Layup.
- 2nd Half48-63Keionte Cornelius made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Braylon Dickerson.
- 2nd Half48-65David Dixon made Layup.
- 2nd Half48-67Maximus Edwards made Layup.
- 2nd Half48-69Jake DiMichele made Layup.
- 2nd Half51-69Braylon Dickerson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Khalil Luster.
- 2nd Half51-71Lazar Milosevic made Layup. Assisted by Maximus Edwards.
- 2nd Half53-71JaMonte Williams made Layup.
- 2nd Half53-73Maximus Edwards made Jumper.
- 2nd Half55-73Khalil Luster made Layup. Assisted by Ramar Pryor.
- 2nd Half55-75John Hugley IV made Jumper.
- 2nd Half58-75Javantae Randle made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by JaMonte Williams.
- 2nd Half61-75Javantae Randle made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by JaMonte Williams.
- 2nd Half61-76John Hugley IV made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-77John Hugley IV made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-77Dimaunye Smith-Powe made Jumper.
- 2nd Half65-77Ramar Pryor made Layup. Assisted by JaMonte Williams.
- 2nd Half65-80Jimmie Williams made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tarence Guinyard.
- 2nd Half65-82Cam Crawford made Layup. Assisted by Jimmie Williams.
- 2nd Half65-85Jimmie Williams made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jakub Necas.
- 2nd Half67-85JaMonte Williams made Jumper.
- 2nd Half69-85JaMonte Williams made Layup.
- 2nd Half69-87Tarence Guinyard made Layup. Assisted by David Dixon.
- 2nd Half70-87Emanuel Henriques made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-87Emanuel Henriques made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-87Keionte Cornelius made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half74-90Cam Crawford made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tarence Guinyard.
- 2nd Half74-92Tarence Guinyard made Dunk. Assisted by Cam Crawford.
- 2nd Half76-92Braylon Dickerson made Layup. Assisted by Khalil Luster.
- 2nd Half76-93Maximus Edwards made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-93Keionte Cornelius made Jumper.
- 2nd Half78-96Dom Aekins made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jakub Necas.
- 2nd Half80-96Emanuel Henriques made Jumper. Assisted by Khalil Luster.
- 2nd Half80-98David Dixon made Dunk. Assisted by Maximus Edwards.
- 2nd Half80-100David Dixon made Layup. Assisted by Dom Aekins.
- 2nd Half80-101Lucas Prolla made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Duquesne Dukes, below favours Central State Marauders.
Venue
- UPMC Cooper FieldhousePittsburgh, PA
- Attendance1926
- OfficialsMike Millione, Adam Flore, Clare Simmons
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