NCAAB · Final

DePaul Dominates Chicago State in Season Opener

Monday, November 3, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Wintrust Arena

DePaul Blue Demons 92, Chicago State Cougars 62, 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 DePaul Blue Demons?

DePaul Blue Demons beat Chicago State Cougars 92-62 at Wintrust Arena on November 3, 2025.

The DePaul Blue Demons showcased a commanding performance in their season opener, defeating the Chicago State Cougars with a final score of 92-62 at Wintrust Arena. This victory marks DePaul's first win of the season, improving their record to 1-0, while Chicago State falls to 0-1 after suffering a disappointing loss.

DePaul's recent form heading into this matchup had been mixed, with a record of 3-7 over their last ten games. Despite the struggles, they managed to average 68.5 points scored per game while allowing 75.9 points. Their last five games showed a slight improvement, with an average of 76.0 points scored, indicating a potential shift in offensive performance. In contrast, Chicago State has faced significant challenges, entering the game with a record of 2-8 over their last ten games, including an eight-game losing streak. The Cougars averaged 67.4 points scored per game but allowed a concerning 78.0 points, highlighting their defensive vulnerabilities.

At home, DePaul has struggled historically, holding a home record of 1-3 in their last ten games, while Chicago State has not fared any better on the road, with an away record of 0-5. This fixture was particularly important for both teams as they sought to kick off the season on a positive note.

In terms of previous meetings, the block does not provide specific details, but the stakes were high for both teams as they looked to establish momentum early in the season.

Injury reports were not mentioned in the block, which suggests that both teams may have entered the game at full strength, allowing for a competitive matchup.

The betting market had priced DePaul as a strong favorite, with a home win probability of 1.0, indicating complete confidence in their ability to secure the victory.

The game conditions were optimal for basketball, with no adverse weather or venue issues reported, allowing both teams to focus solely on their performance.

As the game unfolded, DePaul's dominance was evident, particularly in the second half. Scoring plays included free throws from Jeremy Lorenz and Marcus Tankersley, as well as a two-point tip shot from Tankersley. The Blue Demons' ability to convert free throw opportunities and maintain pressure on the Cougars was a key factor in their victory.

Overall, this fixture not only highlighted DePaul's potential for the season ahead but also underscored the challenges that Chicago State will need to address moving forward.

Leaders

PointsNJ Benson16DePaul Blue Demons
AssistsBrandon Maclin6DePaul Blue Demons
ReboundsNJ Benson10DePaul Blue Demons
PointsMarcus Tankersley16Chicago State Cougars
AssistsDoyel Cockrill III3Chicago State Cougars
ReboundsMarcus Tankersley9Chicago State Cougars

Recent form

DePaul Blue Demons

Last 10: 3-7Streak L168.5 scored · 75.9 allowed per game1-3 at home

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W71-67at Georgetown HoyasMar 12
W83-77vs Georgetown HoyasMar 8
W80-77at Providence FriarsMar 5
L65-75at Creighton BluejaysFeb 27
L72-84vs Butler BulldogsFeb 23
L58-82vs St. John's Red StormFeb 20
L68-85at Xavier MusketeersFeb 15
L58-68at Marquette Golden EaglesFeb 12
L49-59vs Villanova WildcatsFeb 6

Chicago State Cougars

Last 10: 2-8Streak L867.4 scored · 78 allowed per game0-5 away

L57-68at Long Island University SharksMar 6
L71-80at Saint Francis Red WolvesMar 1
L68-90at Mercyhurst LakersFeb 28
L52-64vs Wagner SeahawksFeb 22
L75-81vs Central Connecticut Blue DevilsFeb 21
L75-80at Le Moyne DolphinsFeb 15
L49-91at Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsFeb 14
L69-81vs Saint Francis Red WolvesFeb 8
W85-78vs Mercyhurst LakersFeb 7
W73-67vs Long Island University SharksFeb 1

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
St. John's	30-7	-	18-2
UConn	34-6	1	17-3
Villanova	24-9	3	15-5
Seton Hall	21-12	8	10-10
Creighton	16-18	9	9-11
DePaul	16-16	10	8-12
Butler	16-16	11	7-13
Providence	15-18	11	7-13
Marquette	12-20	11	7-13
Georgetown	16-18	12	6-14
Xavier	15-18	12	6-14

Box score

Stat	Chicago State Cougars	DePaul Blue Demons
Field goals	21-56	30-60
Field goal %	38	50
Three-pointers	4-16	8-25
Three-point %	25	32
Free throws	16-23	24-35
Free throw %	70	69
Rebounds	34	43
Offensive rebounds	11	16
Defensive rebounds	23	27
Assists	8	21
Steals	8	12
Blocks	3	7
Turnovers	16	13
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	8	22
Fast-break points	3	9
Points in the paint	28	42
Fouls	22	18
Largest lead	0	31

How the scoring went

2nd Half34-57Tank Byard made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half34-59Brandon Maclin made Layup. Assisted by Jeremy Lorenz.
2nd Half35-59Tank Byard made Free Throw.
2nd Half36-59Tank Byard made Free Throw.
2nd Half37-59Malek Robinson made Free Throw.
2nd Half38-59Malek Robinson made Free Throw.
2nd Half38-61NJ Benson made Dunk. Assisted by Layden Blocker.
2nd Half40-61CJ Ray made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half40-62Kaleb Banks made Free Throw.
2nd Half40-65Layden Blocker made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by RJ Smith.
2nd Half42-65Tank Byard made Jumper. Assisted by Braelon Bush.
2nd Half42-67Layden Blocker made Jumper.
2nd Half42-68Layden Blocker made Free Throw.
2nd Half43-68Tank Byard made Free Throw.
2nd Half43-70NJ Benson made Dunk. Assisted by Brandon Maclin.
2nd Half45-70Tank Byard made Jumper. Assisted by Doyel Cockrill III.
2nd Half47-70Marcus Tankersley made Jumper.
2nd Half47-72CJ Gunn made Jumper.
2nd Half47-73CJ Gunn made Free Throw.
2nd Half50-73Doyel Cockrill III made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Braelon Bush.
2nd Half50-74Brandon Maclin made Free Throw.
2nd Half52-74Marcus Tankersley made Jumper.
2nd Half52-77Ilija Milijašević made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Layden Blocker.
2nd Half53-77Daniel Zatsepin made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-79Théo Pierre-Justin made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half54-79Braelon Bush made Free Throw.
2nd Half54-81Layden Blocker made Layup.
2nd Half56-81Tank Byard made Layup. Assisted by Braelon Bush.
2nd Half56-83NJ Benson made Layup. Assisted by Kaleb Banks.
2nd Half56-84NJ Benson made Free Throw.
2nd Half56-87Ilija Milijašević made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Brandon Maclin.
2nd Half57-87Marcus Tankersley made Free Throw.
2nd Half58-87Marcus Tankersley made Free Throw.
2nd Half58-88Jeremy Lorenz made Free Throw.
2nd Half58-89Jeremy Lorenz made Free Throw.
2nd Half60-89Marcus Tankersley made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half60-90Nate Kasher made Free Throw.
2nd Half60-91Nate Kasher made Free Throw.
2nd Half62-91Marcus Tankersley made Jumper.
2nd Half62-92Kruz McClure made Free Throw.