Purdue Fort Wayne Tops Chicago State 90-77 in NCAAB Showdown
Tuesday, November 25, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Memorial Coliseum (IN)
Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons 90, Chicago State Cougars 77, 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 Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons?
Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons beat Chicago State Cougars 90-77 at Memorial Coliseum (IN) on November 25, 2025.
Who was favored in Chicago State Cougars vs Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons?
Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1050 (about 91% implied). The favorite won.
The Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons secured a decisive victory over the Chicago State Cougars with a final score of 90-77 at Memorial Coliseum. This matchup was significant as it showcased the contrasting fortunes of both teams, with Purdue Fort Wayne improving its record to 4-5 while Chicago State fell to 0-8 on the season.
Purdue Fort Wayne entered the game with a home record of 3-2 and had been averaging 80.0 points per game over their last ten outings, despite a recent streak of two consecutive losses prior to this game. Their most recent performances included a heavy defeat to the Saint Louis Billikens, where they lost 60-91, and a close loss to the Utah Utes, finishing 77-85. However, the Mastodons had also shown their scoring potential earlier in the season, notably with a dominant 118-68 win against the Boyce Bulldogs and a 137-56 victory over Dominican (IL).
In contrast, the Chicago State Cougars were struggling significantly, having lost all seven of their previous games this season, and they entered the matchup on a ten-game losing streak overall. Their scoring average of 63.3 points per game in their last ten games highlighted their offensive difficulties, with their most recent outing ending in a 54-93 loss to the Iowa Hawkeyes. Chicago State's last win dates back to last season, and they have struggled both at home and away, holding a record of 0-8 in away games this season.
The odds for this game, provided by DraftKings, indicated a strong favoritism towards Purdue Fort Wayne, with a spread of -12.5. The total for the game was set at 149.5, reflecting expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair. The moneyline showed Purdue Fort Wayne at -1050, while Chicago State was listed at 675, further emphasizing the disparity in their current forms.
In terms of player performances, the game featured several key moments that defined the outcome. The Mastodons maintained their lead throughout the contest, with their offensive execution proving too much for the Cougars. Notably, Corey Hadnot II made significant contributions for Chicago State, scoring crucial points in the second half, including a three-point jumper and several layups. However, these efforts were not enough to close the gap against a well-rounded Purdue Fort Wayne team.
The conditions at Memorial Coliseum were conducive to an exciting game, with a lively atmosphere supporting the home team. Viewers were treated to an engaging display of basketball, with Purdue Fort Wayne effectively utilizing their home-court advantage. As the game progressed, it became evident that the Mastodons were in control, with their ability to score and defend effectively leading to their comfortable victory.
Overall, this matchup served as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by Chicago State as they seek to turn their season around, while Purdue Fort Wayne will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming games.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | PFW -12.5 | 149.5 o -108 / u -108 | Chicago State Cougars +675 · Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons -1050 |
Leaders
- PointsMikale Stevenson29Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons
- AssistsCorey Hadnot II4Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons
- ReboundsDarius Duffy5Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons
- PointsMarcus Tankersley18Chicago State Cougars
- AssistsMarcus Tankersley2Chicago State Cougars
- ReboundsDailliss Cox4Chicago State Cougars
Recent form
Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons
Last 10: 2-8Streak L280 scored · 78.6 allowed per game2-1 at home
- L60-91at Saint Louis BillikensNov 22
- L77-85at Utah UtesNov 19
- W118-68vs Boyce BulldogsNov 15
- L71-83at Western Michigan BroncosNov 13
- W137-56vs Dominican (IL) DominicanNov 9
- L68-94at Ohio State BuckeyesNov 7
- L71-90at Grand Canyon LopesNov 4
- L67-72at Youngstown State PenguinsMar 7
- L57-68at Cleveland State VikingsMar 1
- L74-79vs Northern Kentucky NorseFeb 28
Chicago State Cougars
Last 10: 0-10Streak L1063.3 scored · 82.6 allowed per game0-8 away
- 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
- L57-68at Long Island University SharksMar 6
- L71-80at Saint Francis Red WolvesMar 1
- L68-90at Mercyhurst LakersFeb 28
- L52-64vs Wagner SeahawksFeb 22
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 |
| Wright State | 23-12 | - | 15-5 |
| Robert Morris | 22-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Green Bay | 18-15 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Detroit Mercy | 17-15 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Oakland | 16-16 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Purdue Fort Wayne | 17-15 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Northern Kentucky | 20-14 | 5 | 10-10 |
| Youngstown State | 15-17 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Milwaukee | 12-20 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Cleveland State | 11-22 | 9 | 6-14 |
| IU Indianapolis | 7-25 | 12 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Chicago State Cougars | Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-58 | 32-53 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 60 |
| Three-pointers | 8-21 | 13-25 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 52 |
| Free throws | 13-16 | 13-16 |
| Free throw % | 81 | 81 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 22 |
| Offensive rebounds | 15 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 16 | 15 |
| Assists | 9 | 18 |
| Steals | 9 | 11 |
| Blocks | 1 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 24 | 20 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 18 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 36 |
| Fouls | 16 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 6 | 16 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half42-48CJ Ray made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-48CJ Ray made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-51Corey Hadnot II made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Chris Morgan.
- 2nd Half43-53Corey Hadnot II made Layup.
- 2nd Half43-55DeAndre Craig Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Corey Hadnot II.
- 2nd Half43-58Ebrahim Kaba made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by DeAndre Craig Jr..
- 2nd Half46-58Marcus Tankersley made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Doyel Cockrill III.
- 2nd Half49-58Doyel Cockrill III made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Marcus Tankersley.
- 2nd Half51-58Daniel Zatsepin made Layup.
- 2nd Half51-61Maximus Nelson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Corey Hadnot II.
- 2nd Half53-61Malek Robinson made Layup.
- 2nd Half54-61Malek Robinson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-64Mikale Stevenson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Maximus Nelson.
- 2nd Half55-64Malek Robinson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-64Malek Robinson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-67Maximus Nelson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Corey Hadnot II.
- 2nd Half59-67Doyel Cockrill III made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Malek Robinson.
- 2nd Half62-67Doyel Cockrill III made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Lionel Larvadain III.
- 2nd Half62-69Mikale Stevenson made Layup.
- 2nd Half62-72Mikale Stevenson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Maximus Nelson.
- 2nd Half62-73Chris Morgan made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-73Marcus Tankersley made Jumper.
- 2nd Half64-75Mikale Stevenson made Layup.
- 2nd Half64-76Mikale Stevenson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-78Corey Hadnot II made Dunk.
- 2nd Half65-78Braelon Bush made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-78Braelon Bush made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-79Yuval Levin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-80Yuval Levin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-80Malek Robinson made Layup.
- 2nd Half68-83DeAndre Craig Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mikale Stevenson.
- 2nd Half70-83CJ Ray made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half70-86Corey Hadnot II made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mikale Stevenson.
- 2nd Half72-86CJ Ray made Layup. Assisted by Braelon Bush.
- 2nd Half72-88Corey Hadnot II made Layup. Assisted by Mikale Stevenson.
- 2nd Half74-88Marcus Tankersley made Jumper.
- 2nd Half76-88Lionel Larvadain III made Layup.
- 2nd Half76-89Corey Hadnot II made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-90Corey Hadnot II made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-90Lionel Larvadain III made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons, below favours Chicago State Cougars.
Venue
- Memorial Coliseum (IN)Fort Wayne, IN
- Attendance1613
- OfficialsKing Whetstone, Martin Spencer, Lars Murray
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