Kent State Triumphs Over Cornell in High-Scoring Affair
Friday, November 7, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · M.A.C. Center
Kent State Golden Flashes 110, Cornell Big Red 102, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Cornell Big Red vs Kent State Golden Flashes?
Kent State Golden Flashes beat Cornell Big Red 110-102 at M.A.C. Center on November 7, 2025.
In an exciting matchup at the M.A.C. Center, the Kent State Golden Flashes secured a thrilling victory against the Cornell Big Red, finishing with a final score of 110-102. This game showcased the offensive prowess of both teams, with Kent State demonstrating their ability to score effectively, especially in the second half.
Kent State entered the game with a home record of 1-1 and a recent form of 6-4 over their last ten games, though they were on a two-game losing streak. The Golden Flashes averaged 82.3 points scored per game while allowing 78.4 points. Their recent games included a loss to the Troy Trojans, where they scored 97 points but conceded 103, indicating their defensive struggles. Prior to that, they had a mix of wins and losses, including a notable victory against the Toledo Rockets, where they won 105-65.
Cornell, on the other hand, came into the game with an away record of 0-1 and a mixed recent form of 5-5. They had been averaging 84.6 points scored per game, while allowing 81.3 points. Their last outing ended in a loss to the Yale Bulldogs, where they scored 84 points but fell short, conceding 90. Cornell's recent performances included a strong showing against the Dartmouth Big Green, winning 87-71, and a dominant victory over the Columbia Lions, winning 100-81.
The game was characterized by a high-scoring second half, where both teams exchanged baskets at a rapid pace. Kent State's ability to maintain their scoring momentum proved crucial, especially as they pulled away in the final moments. Key plays included Cooper Noard making crucial free throws and a three-point jumper assisted by Kaspar Sepp, which kept Cornell within striking distance but ultimately could not close the gap.
In terms of home and away performance, Kent State had a strong home record of 4-1, while Cornell struggled on the road with a 1-4 away record. This disparity in home and away performance likely contributed to Kent State's confidence playing in front of their home crowd.
The matchup also saw a notable injury situation; however, the block did not provide specific details on any affected players. This absence of information leaves a gap in understanding how injuries may have influenced the game.
Betting markets reflected the competitive nature of the fixture, with odds indicating a strong likelihood for a Kent State victory, attributed to the provider. The conditions in the M.A.C. Center were favorable for basketball, contributing to the high scoring and fast pace of the game.
As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to an entertaining display of skill and athleticism, with both teams showcasing their offensive capabilities. Kent State's ability to convert free throws late in the game, particularly by Rob Whaley Jr., was pivotal in sealing their victory. The final moments were tense, with Cornell attempting to rally but ultimately falling short against a determined Kent State squad.
Overall, this high-scoring contest highlighted the strengths of both teams, particularly Kent State's offensive firepower and Cornell's resilience. The game serves as an early indicator of the competitive nature of the season ahead, as both teams look to build on their performances in future matchups.
Leaders
- PointsMorgan Safford34Kent State Golden Flashes
- AssistsOmer Hamama10Kent State Golden Flashes
- ReboundsDelrecco Gillespie10Kent State Golden Flashes
- PointsCooper Noard34Cornell Big Red
- AssistsJacob Beccles7Cornell Big Red
- ReboundsCooper Noard5Cornell Big Red
Recent form
Kent State Golden Flashes
Last 10: 6-4Streak L282.3 scored · 78.4 allowed per game4-1 at home
- L97-103vs Troy TrojansNov 4
- L64-72at Miami (OH) RedHawksMar 14
- W73-66vs Western Michigan BroncosMar 13
- W76-70vs Eastern Michigan EaglesMar 8
- W77-76at Western Michigan BroncosMar 5
- L72-77at Akron ZipsMar 1
- W105-65vs Toledo RocketsFeb 26
- L92-96at Miami (OH) RedHawksFeb 22
- W91-84at Bowling Green FalconsFeb 19
- W76-75vs Ohio BobcatsFeb 15
Cornell Big Red
Last 10: 5-5Streak L184.6 scored · 81.3 allowed per game1-4 away
- L84-90at Yale BulldogsMar 16
- W87-71vs Dartmouth Big GreenMar 15
- W100-81vs Columbia LionsMar 8
- W102-70vs Princeton TigersMar 2
- W90-62vs Pennsylvania QuakersMar 1
- W85-81at Brown BearsFeb 22
- L88-92at Yale BulldogsFeb 22
- L49-88at Dartmouth Big GreenFeb 15
- L73-75at Harvard CrimsonFeb 15
- L88-103vs Yale BulldogsFeb 8
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yale | 24-7 | - | 11-3 |
| Harvard | 17-12 | 1 | 10-4 |
| Pennsylvania | 18-12 | 2 | 9-5 |
| Cornell | 15-13 | 3 | 8-6 |
| Columbia | 16-12 | 6 | 5-9 |
| Dartmouth | 11-16 | 6 | 5-9 |
| Princeton | 9-20 | 6 | 5-9 |
| Brown | 9-18 | 8 | 3-11 |
| 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 | Cornell Big Red | Kent State Golden Flashes |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 33-63 | 35-65 |
| Field goal % | 52 | 54 |
| Three-pointers | 19-40 | 18-38 |
| Three-point % | 47 | 47 |
| Free throws | 17-22 | 22-33 |
| Free throw % | 77 | 67 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 18 | 20 |
| Assists | 20 | 20 |
| Steals | 2 | 11 |
| Blocks | 2 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 24 |
| Fast-break points | 12 | 15 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 30 |
| Fouls | 27 | 22 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 18 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half68-82Adam Hinton made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Josh Baldwin.
- 2nd Half68-84Landon Vanderwarker made Layup. Assisted by Quinn Woidke.
- 2nd Half69-84Cooper Noard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-84Cooper Noard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-84Kaspar Sepp made Layup.
- 2nd Half72-85Delrecco Gillespie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-85Jacob Beccles made Layup.
- 2nd Half76-85Cooper Noard made Layup.
- 2nd Half76-88Morgan Safford made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Omer Hamama.
- 2nd Half78-88Adam Hinton made Jumper.
- 2nd Half78-91Morgan Safford made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Omer Hamama.
- 2nd Half79-91Cooper Noard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-91Cooper Noard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-93Rob Whaley Jr. made Jumper.
- 2nd Half81-93Josh Baldwin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half82-93Josh Baldwin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half82-94Morgan Safford made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half82-96Rob Whaley Jr. made Jumper.
- 2nd Half82-97Morgan Safford made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half84-97Cooper Noard made Layup.
- 2nd Half84-98Cian Medley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half84-99Cian Medley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half87-99Adam Hinton made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jacob Beccles.
- 2nd Half88-99Cooper Noard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half89-99Cooper Noard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half92-99Adam Hinton made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Cooper Noard.
- 2nd Half92-101Jahari Williamson made Layup.
- 2nd Half94-101Cooper Noard made Layup.
- 2nd Half94-102Rob Whaley Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half94-103Rob Whaley Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half94-106Morgan Safford made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Omer Hamama.
- 2nd Half95-106Cooper Noard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half96-106Cooper Noard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half97-106Cooper Noard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half99-106Kaspar Sepp made Layup.
- 2nd Half102-106Cooper Noard made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kaspar Sepp.
- 2nd Half102-107Cian Medley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half102-108Rob Whaley Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half102-109Rob Whaley Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half102-110Rob Whaley Jr. made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Kent State Golden Flashes, below favours Cornell Big Red.
Venue
- M.A.C. CenterKent, OH
- Attendance1870
- OfficialsChris Beaver, Gerald Williams, Tony Meeks
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