Bowling Green Dominates Chicago State in Home Victory
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Stroh Center
Bowling Green Falcons 76, Chicago State Cougars 55, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Chicago State Cougars vs Bowling Green Falcons?
Bowling Green Falcons beat Chicago State Cougars 76-55 at Stroh Center on December 16, 2025.
Who was favored in Chicago State Cougars vs Bowling Green Falcons?
Bowling Green Falcons were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -6500 (about 98% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Bowling Green Falcons triumphed over the Chicago State Cougars with a final score of 76-55 at the Stroh Center. This victory underscores Bowling Green's strong home performance, improving their record to 9-3, while Chicago State falls to 2-11 on the season. The Falcons have been a formidable force at home, boasting a record of 5-2, and their recent form has been impressive, winning seven of their last ten games. They have averaged 88.3 points scored while allowing only 65.8 points per game during this stretch, highlighting their offensive efficiency and defensive strength.
In contrast, Chicago State has struggled significantly this season, with a record of 2-8 in their last ten games. They have averaged 68.6 points scored but have allowed a concerning 84.1 points per game, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. Their away record stands at 1-7, which reflects their challenges on the road. Despite their struggles, Chicago State managed to secure a win against Loyola Chicago in their most recent game, breaking a losing streak that had persisted prior to that matchup.
The odds for the game, provided by DraftKings, indicated a significant expectation for a Bowling Green victory, with the Falcons favored by a spread of -21.5 points. The total points set for the game was 148.5, with the over odds at -112 and under odds at -108. This heavy favoritism was justified as Bowling Green showcased their dominance throughout the game.
The game featured a series of scoring plays that highlighted Bowling Green's offensive prowess. Notable moments included Troy Glover II's alley-oop dunk and Sam Towns' three-point jumper, both assisted by Javon Ruffin, who played a crucial role in the Falcons' offensive strategy. Despite Chicago State's efforts to stay competitive, they were unable to match the intensity and skill of the Falcons, who executed their game plan effectively.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the performance disparity suggests that Bowling Green was at full strength, while Chicago State continues to navigate a challenging season. The conditions at the Stroh Center were favorable for the home team, contributing to their strong showing.
Viewers should note the contrasting styles of play between the two teams, with Bowling Green's high-scoring offense and solid defense contrasting sharply with Chicago State's struggles on both ends of the court. This game serves as a clear indicator of the current state of both programs, with Bowling Green establishing themselves as a competitive team in the NCAAB landscape.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | BGSU -21.5 | 148.5 o -112 / u -108 | Chicago State Cougars +2000 · Bowling Green Falcons -6500 |
Leaders
- PointsSam Towns19Bowling Green Falcons
- AssistsJavon Ruffin9Bowling Green Falcons
- ReboundsSam Towns11Bowling Green Falcons
- PointsDoyel Cockrill III19Chicago State Cougars
- AssistsDoyel Cockrill III2Chicago State Cougars
- ReboundsStephen Byard7Chicago State Cougars
Recent form
Bowling Green Falcons
Last 10: 7-3Streak W188.3 scored · 65.8 allowed per game5-2 at home
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Chicago State Cougars
Last 10: 2-8Streak W168.6 scored · 84.1 allowed per game1-7 away
- W84-75at Loyola Chicago RamblersDec 14
- L53-95at Illinois State RedbirdsDec 7
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- L63-67vs UIC FlamesNov 15
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Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Island University | 24-11 | - | 15-3 |
| Central Connecticut | 18-12 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Mercyhurst | 17-17 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Le Moyne | 15-17 | 5 | 10-8 |
| New Haven | 14-17 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Wagner | 14-17 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Stonehill | 12-21 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Fairleigh Dickinson | 11-21 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Saint Francis | 7-24 | 10 | 5-13 |
| Chicago State | 7-25 | 10 | 5-13 |
| Miami (OH) | 32-2 | - | 18-0 |
| Akron | 29-6 | 1 | 17-1 |
| Kent State | 24-10 | 4 | 14-4 |
| Toledo | 19-15 | 7 | 11-7 |
| Bowling Green | 18-14 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Ohio | 15-17 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Buffalo | 17-15 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Massachusetts | 17-16 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Ball State | 12-19 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Central Michigan | 10-21 | 12 | 6-12 |
| Western Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Eastern Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Northern Illinois | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Chicago State Cougars | Bowling Green Falcons |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 17-58 | 28-55 |
| Field goal % | 29 | 51 |
| Three-pointers | 4-13 | 7-23 |
| Three-point % | 31 | 30 |
| Free throws | 17-27 | 13-18 |
| Free throw % | 63 | 72 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 39 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 32 |
| Assists | 8 | 21 |
| Steals | 9 | 5 |
| Blocks | 3 | 10 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 24 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 42 |
| Fouls | 19 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 21 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 99 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half28-35Sam Towns makes 24-foot three point jumper (Justin Thomas assists)
- 1st Half28-38Josiah Shackelford makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 1st Half28-39Javon Ruffin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half28-40Javon Ruffin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half28-42Sam Towns makes layup (Javon Ruffin assists)
- 2nd Half29-42CJ Ray makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half29-44Sam Towns makes 1-foot dunk (Justin Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half30-44CJ Ray makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half31-44CJ Ray makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half31-46Josiah Shackelford makes driving layup
- 2nd Half31-48Sam Towns makes 1-foot dunk (Justin Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half31-49Javontae Campbell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half31-50Javontae Campbell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half33-50CJ Ray makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half33-52Mayar Wol makes layup
- 2nd Half35-52CJ Ray makes 4-foot jumper (Stephen Byard assists)
- 2nd Half37-52Lionel Larvadain III makes layup
- 2nd Half37-54Justin Thomas makes layup
- 2nd Half39-54Doyel Cockrill III makes layup
- 2nd Half39-56Makhi Leach makes layup (Javon Ruffin assists)
- 2nd Half41-56Dailliss Cox makes 15-foot jumper (Doyel Cockrill III assists)
- 2nd Half42-56Stephen Byard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-56Stephen Byard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-58Makhi Leach makes layup (Javon Ruffin assists)
- 2nd Half45-58Marcus Tankersley makes driving layup
- 2nd Half45-59Camden Karel makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-60Camden Karel makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-60Doyel Cockrill III makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half49-60Doyel Cockrill III makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half50-60Doyel Cockrill III makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half52-60Stephen Byard makes layup (Doyel Cockrill III assists)
- 2nd Half52-63Javon Ruffin makes 23-foot three point jumper (Javontae Campbell assists)
- 2nd Half52-64Justin Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-64Doyel Cockrill III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-66Troy Glover II makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Javon Ruffin assists)
- 2nd Half53-68Javontae Campbell makes layup
- 2nd Half53-70Sam Towns makes 2-foot dunk (Javon Ruffin assists)
- 2nd Half55-70Marcus Tankersley makes layup (Malek Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half55-73Sam Towns makes 25-foot three point jumper (Javon Ruffin assists)
- 2nd Half55-76Javon Ruffin makes 23-foot three point jumper (Sam Towns assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Bowling Green Falcons, below favours Chicago State Cougars.
Venue
- Stroh CenterBowling Green, OH
- Attendance1715
- OfficialsChris Beaver, Nick Meyer, Kyle Bowen
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