IU Indianapolis Jaguars Defeat Cleveland State Vikings 82-74
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · The Jungle
IU Indianapolis Jaguars 82, Cleveland State Vikings 74, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Cleveland State Vikings vs IU Indianapolis Jaguars?
IU Indianapolis Jaguars beat Cleveland State Vikings 82-74 at The Jungle on February 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Cleveland State Vikings vs IU Indianapolis Jaguars?
IU Indianapolis Jaguars were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -148 (about 60% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested match at The Jungle, the IU Indianapolis Jaguars emerged victorious against the Cleveland State Vikings with a final score of 82-74. This win marks a significant moment for the Jaguars, who have struggled throughout the season, holding a home record of 7-18 and an overall record of 2-7-1 in their last ten games. The Jaguars had been on a two-game losing streak leading into this game, averaging 70.1 points scored and 74.9 points allowed in their recent performances.
On the other hand, the Vikings came into the game with a record of 10-15 and were riding a five-game winning streak, showcasing a strong offensive output with an average of 83.6 points scored and 84.4 points allowed over their last ten matchups. Their recent form was impressive, with a 6-4 record in their last ten games, including a notable victory against the Oakland Golden Grizzlies just days before this matchup.
The Jaguars' recent struggles were evident in their last five games, where they managed to score an average of just 62.8 points while allowing 64.8 points. Their performance at home had been slightly better, with a record of 1-2 in their last three home games. Conversely, the Vikings had been performing well both at home and away, with a 3-3 record in their last six away games, including their previous win against the Jaguars earlier in the season.
Historically, this matchup has favored the Vikings, who had won all three previous meetings against the Jaguars. Their last encounter on December 30, 2025, ended with a score of 99-86 in favor of Cleveland State. The Jaguars were looking to break this streak and improve their standing in the league.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide any specific updates that could have impacted either team's lineup for this game. However, the absence of key players can often shift the dynamics of a matchup, and both teams would have been keen to field their strongest rosters.
The betting lines from DraftKings indicated that the Jaguars were favored by 2.5 points, with a total set at 169.5 for the game. The odds reflected a competitive nature of the matchup, considering the Jaguars' home advantage and the Vikings' recent form.
As the game progressed, the Jaguars managed to maintain a slight lead, capitalizing on crucial plays in the second half. Notable scoring plays included a 27-foot three-point jumper by Tre Beard, which brought the Vikings within striking distance at 69-79. However, the Jaguars responded effectively, with Jaxon Edwards and Aiden Miller contributing critical free throws to secure the victory.
The conditions in The Jungle were conducive to a high-scoring affair, and both teams displayed moments of offensive prowess. The Jaguars' ability to execute under pressure in the final minutes proved decisive, allowing them to fend off the Vikings' attempts to close the gap.
Fans watching the game would have noted the intensity of the rivalry and the importance of this win for the Jaguars, who were eager to turn their season around. The victory not only boosts their morale but also adds a much-needed win to their record as they look ahead to the remainder of the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | IUIN -2.5 | 169.5 o -108 / u -112 | Cleveland State Vikings +124 · IU Indianapolis Jaguars -148 |
Leaders
- PointsKyler D'Augustino16IU Indianapolis Jaguars
- AssistsFinley Woodward8IU Indianapolis Jaguars
- ReboundsJaxon Edwards11IU Indianapolis Jaguars
- PointsDayan Nessah24Cleveland State Vikings
- AssistsJaidon Lipscomb7Cleveland State Vikings
- ReboundsJosiah Harris9Cleveland State Vikings
Recent form
IU Indianapolis Jaguars
Last 10: 2-7-1Streak L270.1 scored · 74.9 allowed per game1-2 at home
- L76-85at Youngstown State PenguinsJan 30
- L58-74at Robert Morris ColonialsJan 29
- D0-0vs Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsJan 25
- W103-85at Oakland Golden GrizzliesJan 22
- L77-80vs Detroit Mercy TitansJan 17
- W96-93vs Robert Morris ColonialsJan 15
- L83-95at Milwaukee PanthersJan 11
- L59-75at Green Bay PhoenixJan 10
- L77-81vs Wright State RaidersJan 4
- L72-81at Northern Kentucky NorseJan 1
Cleveland State Vikings
Last 10: 6-4Streak W583.6 scored · 84.4 allowed per game3-3 away
- W91-78vs Oakland Golden GrizzliesFeb 5
- W90-88at Milwaukee PanthersFeb 1
- W89-82at Green Bay PhoenixJan 31
- W85-79at Wright State RaidersJan 22
- W80-78vs Youngstown State PenguinsJan 17
- L73-88vs Green Bay PhoenixJan 16
- L84-94at Detroit Mercy TitansJan 11
- L74-97at Oakland Golden GrizzliesJan 10
- L71-74at Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsJan 4
- W99-86vs IU Indianapolis JaguarsDec 30
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Cleveland State Vikings | IU Indianapolis Jaguars |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-60 | 30-61 |
| Field goal % | 42 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 8-35 | 10-23 |
| Three-point % | 23 | 43 |
| Free throws | 16-22 | 12-18 |
| Free throw % | 73 | 67 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 29 |
| Assists | 16 | 22 |
| Steals | 7 | 8 |
| Blocks | 2 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 20 |
| Fast-break points | 16 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 38 |
| Fouls | 14 | 24 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 21 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 1 | 98 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half37-54Reece Hagy makes 25-foot three point jumper (Finley Woodward assists)
- 2nd Half37-57Maguire Mitchell makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half38-57Dayan Nessah makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-59Kyler D'Augustino makes layup (Finley Woodward assists)
- 2nd Half41-59Jaidon Lipscomb makes 24-foot three point jumper (Dayan Nessah assists)
- 2nd Half43-59Dayan Nessah makes layup (Jaidon Lipscomb assists)
- 2nd Half43-61Finley Woodward makes layup
- 2nd Half43-64Micah Davis makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half45-64Kamari Jones makes driving layup
- 2nd Half45-66Jaxon Edwards makes 2-foot dunk (Finley Woodward assists)
- 2nd Half46-66Kamari Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-66Kamari Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-68Micah Davis makes driving layup (Kyler D'Augustino assists)
- 2nd Half49-68Preist Ryan makes layup
- 2nd Half51-68Kamari Jones makes layup
- 2nd Half51-70Reece Hagy makes layup (Aiden Miller assists)
- 2nd Half53-70Dayan Nessah makes layup
- 2nd Half54-70Dayan Nessah makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half56-70Dayan Nessah makes layup (Tre Beard assists)
- 2nd Half56-72Kyler D'Augustino makes 9-foot hook shot (Jaxon Edwards assists)
- 2nd Half56-73Reece Hagy makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-74Reece Hagy makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-74Dayan Nessah makes layup (Kamari Jones assists)
- 2nd Half58-76Finley Woodward makes layup (Kyler D'Augustino assists)
- 2nd Half59-76Kamari Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-76Kamari Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-76Dayan Nessah makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-76Dayan Nessah makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-78Kyler D'Augustino makes driving layup (Finley Woodward assists)
- 2nd Half64-78Josiah Harris makes 19-foot jumper (Dayan Nessah assists)
- 2nd Half65-78Josiah Harris makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-78Josiah Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-79Reece Hagy makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-79Tre Beard makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jaidon Lipscomb assists)
- 2nd Half69-80Jaxon Edwards makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-81Jaxon Edwards makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-81Josiah Harris makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-81Josiah Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-81Jaidon Lipscomb makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tre Beard assists)
- 2nd Half74-82Aiden Miller makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours IU Indianapolis Jaguars, below favours Cleveland State Vikings.
Venue
- The JungleIndianapolis, IN
- Attendance1017
- OfficialsAlfred Smith, Ian Caldwell, Mason Siler
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