Chicago State Upsets Loyola Chicago in Thrilling Matchup
Sunday, December 14, 2025, 5:00 PM ET · Gentile Arena
Chicago State Cougars 84, Loyola Chicago Ramblers 75, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Chicago State Cougars vs Loyola Chicago Ramblers?
Chicago State Cougars beat Loyola Chicago Ramblers 84-75 at Gentile Arena on December 14, 2025.
Who was favored in Chicago State Cougars vs Loyola Chicago Ramblers?
Loyola Chicago Ramblers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1600 (about 94% implied). The underdog won.
In a surprising turn of events, the Chicago State Cougars defeated the Loyola Chicago Ramblers with a final score of 84-75 at Gentile Arena on December 14, 2025. This victory marks a significant achievement for Chicago State, which has struggled throughout the season, now improving their record to 3-9 while Loyola Chicago falls to 3-9 as well.
The matchup was particularly noteworthy considering both teams have had challenging seasons. Loyola Chicago entered the game with a home record of 3-6 and an overall record of 3-8, while Chicago State had a dismal away record of 0-8 and an overall record of 2-9. Despite their struggles, Loyola Chicago had recently shown signs of improvement, winning their last two games against Princeton and Central Michigan, scoring an average of 67.6 points while allowing 75.1 points in their last ten games. Conversely, Chicago State had lost their previous game against Illinois State, suffering a heavy defeat with a score of 53-95, and had only managed to win one of their last ten games, averaging 66.4 points while allowing a staggering 85.8 points.
The game unfolded with a competitive spirit, but Chicago State managed to maintain a lead throughout the second half. Key moments included Marcus Tankersley making crucial free throws late in the game, which helped extend their lead to 84-75. Loyola Chicago attempted to close the gap with a three-point jumper by Kayde Dotson, but it ultimately was not enough to secure a comeback.
In terms of previous meetings, this was the second encounter between the two teams in the 2025 season, with Loyola Chicago having won the first game 79-72 on November 5, 2024. However, Chicago State's victory in this matchup suggests a shift in momentum and competitiveness between the two programs.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Loyola Chicago favored with a spread of -15.5, indicating expectations of a strong performance from the Ramblers. The total points line was set at 140.5, reflecting anticipated scoring from both teams. However, the outcome of the game defied these expectations, showcasing the unpredictable nature of college basketball.
As for injuries, no specific details were provided in the block, but both teams have faced challenges throughout the season, impacting their performance and consistency.
The conditions during the game were typical for indoor basketball, with no adverse weather factors affecting play. Fans and viewers were treated to an exciting display of college basketball, with Chicago State's victory serving as a reminder of the competitive spirit inherent in the sport.
Overall, this game was a testament to the unpredictable nature of college basketball, where any team can emerge victorious on any given night, regardless of their records or recent performances.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LUC -15.5 | 140.5 o -112 / u -108 | Chicago State Cougars +900 · Loyola Chicago Ramblers -1600 |
Leaders
- PointsXavier Amos18Loyola Chicago Ramblers
- AssistsJustin Moore5Loyola Chicago Ramblers
- ReboundsMiles Rubin11Loyola Chicago Ramblers
- PointsDoyel Cockrill III22Chicago State Cougars
- AssistsMarcus Tankersley6Chicago State Cougars
- ReboundsCJ Ray9Chicago State Cougars
Recent form
Loyola Chicago Ramblers
Last 10: 3-7Streak W267.6 scored · 75.1 allowed per game3-6 at home
- W73-68vs Princeton TigersDec 6
- W83-72vs Central Michigan ChippewasDec 3
- L51-63vs San José State SpartansNov 26
- L51-72vs Northern Iowa PanthersNov 25
- L59-76vs Northern Illinois HuskiesNov 22
- L67-80vs Colorado State RamsNov 16
- L74-95at Wichita State ShockersNov 14
- L62-64vs North Texas Mean GreenNov 9
- L65-73vs Mercyhurst LakersNov 7
- W91-88vs Cleveland State VikingsNov 4
Chicago State Cougars
Last 10: 1-9Streak L166.4 scored · 85.8 allowed per game0-8 away
- L53-95at Illinois State RedbirdsDec 7
- W85-62vs Saint Xavier CougarsDec 1
- L64-87at Youngstown State PenguinsNov 28
- L77-90at Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsNov 26
- L54-93at Iowa HawkeyesNov 21
- L54-66at Minnesota Golden GophersNov 19
- L63-67vs UIC FlamesNov 15
- L66-98at Butler BulldogsNov 12
- L86-108at Saint Louis BillikensNov 7
- L62-92at DePaul Blue DemonsNov 4
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 |
| 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 | Chicago State Cougars | Loyola Chicago Ramblers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-64 | 24-67 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 36 |
| Three-pointers | 6-19 | 13-45 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 29 |
| Free throws | 26-29 | 14-22 |
| Free throw % | 90 | 64 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 45 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 23 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 22 |
| Assists | 14 | 19 |
| Steals | 11 | 4 |
| Blocks | 4 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 17 |
| Team turnovers | 3 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 19 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 22 |
| Fouls | 20 | 24 |
| Largest lead | 17 | 3 |
| Lead changes | 8 | 8 |
| Time in front | 74 | 12 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half57-48Alexander Richardson made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half58-48Doyel Cockrill III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-48Doyel Cockrill III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-48Doyel Cockrill III made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-48Lionel Larvadain III made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-50Miles Rubin made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half64-50Marcus Tankersley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-50Marcus Tankersley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-51Miles Rubin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-52Kymany Houinsou made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-53Kymany Houinsou made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-53Doyel Cockrill III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-53Doyel Cockrill III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-55Miles Rubin made Layup. Assisted by Kymany Houinsou.
- 2nd Half67-56Miles Rubin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-59Xavier Amos made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kymany Houinsou.
- 2nd Half68-59CJ Ray made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-59CJ Ray made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-62Kayde Dotson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Miles Rubin.
- 2nd Half71-62Marcus Tankersley made Layup. Assisted by CJ Ray.
- 2nd Half71-63Kayde Dotson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-64Kayde Dotson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-64Doyel Cockrill III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-64Doyel Cockrill III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-64Doyel Cockrill III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-64Doyel Cockrill III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-64Doyel Cockrill III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-64Doyel Cockrill III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-67Deywilk Tavarez made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kayde Dotson.
- 2nd Half78-67Malek Robinson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-67Malek Robinson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-70Deywilk Tavarez made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Justin Moore.
- 2nd Half80-70Marcus Tankersley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half81-70Marcus Tankersley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half81-73Kayde Dotson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Justin Moore.
- 2nd Half82-73Doyel Cockrill III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half82-74Justin Moore made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half82-75Justin Moore made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-75Malek Robinson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half84-75Malek Robinson made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Loyola Chicago Ramblers, below favours Chicago State Cougars.
Venue
- Gentile ArenaChicago, IL
- Attendance1972
- OfficialsJames Breeding, Roger Ayers, Bill Covington Jr.
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