Dayton Flyers Defeat Bradley Braves 80-66
Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Carver Arena
Dayton Flyers 80, Bradley Braves 66, 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 Dayton Flyers vs Bradley Braves?
Dayton Flyers beat Bradley Braves 80-66 at Carver Arena on March 18, 2026.
Who was favored in Dayton Flyers vs Bradley Braves?
Dayton Flyers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -155 (about 61% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Dayton Flyers secured an 80-66 victory over the Bradley Braves at Carver Arena. This game showcased the Flyers' ability to dominate the court, especially in the second half, where they consistently outscored the Braves. The Flyers' performance was marked by a strong offensive display, particularly from Timoty van der Knaap, who contributed significantly with a driving layup, and Malcolm Thomas, who executed a memorable alley-oop dunk.
Before this game, Bradley had a home record of 21-13, while Dayton held a better overall record of 24-11. Bradley's recent form showed a mixed bag, with a record of 6-4 in their last ten games and an average of 76.4 points scored while allowing 73.7 points. Their last five games indicated some struggles, as they averaged 81.2 points scored but also allowed 77.6 points. They were coming off a loss against Northern Iowa, which added pressure to perform at home.
In contrast, Dayton had been performing well, with an 8-2 record in their last ten games. They averaged 70.2 points scored and allowed only 65.0 points during this stretch. However, they were also coming off a loss against VCU, which could have impacted their momentum. The Flyers demonstrated their strength on the road, boasting a solid away record of 4-1.
The matchup was particularly interesting given the teams' previous encounters, which had seen both sides exchanging victories in recent seasons. This history added an extra layer of intensity to the game, as both teams aimed to assert their dominance.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details about player availability, but any absence of key players could have influenced the game dynamics. The market had priced Dayton as the favorites, with a spread of 2.5 points according to DraftKings, indicating a belief in their ability to win by a margin.
The conditions at Carver Arena were typical for a late-season college basketball game, with fans eager to support their teams. Observers noted that the Flyers' defensive strategy was effective, limiting Bradley's scoring opportunities and forcing them into difficult shots.
Viewers would have seen a competitive game, especially in the first half, but Dayton's ability to execute in crucial moments ultimately led to their victory. The scoring plays highlighted the Flyers' offensive prowess, with multiple players contributing to the scoreline in the second half, sealing the game well before the final buzzer.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | DAY -2.5 | 141.5 o -105 / u -115 | Dayton Flyers -155 · Bradley Braves +130 |
Leaders
- PointsAlex Huibregtse19Bradley Braves
- AssistsMontana Wheeler4Bradley Braves
- ReboundsAJ Smith8Bradley Braves
- PointsJavon Bennett25Dayton Flyers
- AssistsJordan Derkack5Dayton Flyers
- ReboundsAmaël L'Etang8Dayton Flyers
Recent form
Bradley Braves
Last 10: 6-4Streak L176.4 scored · 73.7 allowed per game5-1 at home
- L69-73vs Northern Iowa PanthersMar 7
- W90-84vs Valparaiso BeaconsMar 7
- W87-78vs Murray State RacersMar 1
- L86-93at UIC FlamesFeb 25
- W74-60vs Illinois State RedbirdsFeb 22
- L72-79at Valparaiso BeaconsFeb 19
- W70-60at Southern Illinois SalukisFeb 15
- W95-84vs Belmont BruinsFeb 10
- L49-61at Northern Iowa PanthersFeb 7
- W72-65vs Valparaiso BeaconsFeb 4
Dayton Flyers
Last 10: 8-2Streak L170.2 scored · 65 allowed per game4-1 away
- L62-70at VCU RamsMar 15
- W70-69at Saint Louis BillikensMar 14
- W68-63vs St. Bonaventure BonniesMar 13
- L62-68vs VCU RamsMar 7
- W65-60at Richmond SpidersMar 4
- W68-66at George Washington RevolutionariesFeb 28
- W77-62vs Saint Louis BillikensFeb 25
- W78-66vs Duquesne DukesFeb 21
- W82-67at George Mason PatriotsFeb 19
- W70-59vs Davidson WildcatsFeb 15
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Belmont | 26-6 | - | 16-4 |
| Bradley | 21-13 | 3 | 13-7 |
| Illinois State | 23-13 | 4 | 12-8 |
| Murray State | 20-13 | 4 | 12-8 |
| UIC | 19-16 | 4 | 12-8 |
| Northern Iowa | 23-13 | 5 | 11-9 |
| Valparaiso | 18-15 | 5 | 11-9 |
| Southern Illinois | 16-16 | 6 | 10-10 |
| Drake | 14-20 | 10 | 6-14 |
| Indiana State | 11-21 | 12 | 4-16 |
| Evansville | 7-25 | 13 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Dayton Flyers | Bradley Braves |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-48 | 23-51 |
| Field goal % | 52 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 9-18 | 10-22 |
| Three-point % | 50 | 45 |
| Free throws | 21-25 | 10-14 |
| Free throw % | 84 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 25 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 3 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 22 |
| Assists | 12 | 13 |
| Steals | 5 | 0 |
| Blocks | 2 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 4 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 6 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 22 |
| Fouls | 16 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 23 | 2 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 96 | 3 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half46-30Javon Bennett makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 1st Half47-30Javon Bennett makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half47-33Corey Thomas makes 25-foot three point jumper (Alex Huibregtse assists)
- 2nd Half48-33Keonte Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-33Keonte Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-33Jaiun Simon makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-33Jaiun Simon makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-33Keonte Jones makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half53-36Alex Huibregtse makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jaquan Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half53-39Jaquan Johnson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Kai Yu assists)
- 2nd Half56-39Javon Bennett makes 24-foot three point jumper (De'Shayne Montgomery assists)
- 2nd Half57-39Javon Bennett makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-39Javon Bennett makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-39Jordan Derkack makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-39Jordan Derkack makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-41Jaquan Johnson makes layup
- 2nd Half60-42Jaquan Johnson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half61-42Bryce Heard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-42Bryce Heard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-42Bryce Heard makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half65-45Alex Huibregtse makes 23-foot three point jumper (Montana Wheeler assists)
- 2nd Half65-48Alex Huibregtse makes 25-foot three point jumper (Montana Wheeler assists)
- 2nd Half67-48Bryce Heard makes layup (Jordan Derkack assists)
- 2nd Half67-51Montana Wheeler makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half67-54Alex Huibregtse makes 25-foot three point jumper (Montana Wheeler assists)
- 2nd Half69-54Bryce Heard makes 4-foot alley oop dunk (Jordan Derkack assists)
- 2nd Half69-55Jaquan Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-55Amaël L'Etang makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half73-55De'Shayne Montgomery makes layup
- 2nd Half73-57AJ Smith makes driving layup
- 2nd Half75-57Javon Bennett makes driving layup
- 2nd Half77-57Keonte Jones makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Jordan Derkack assists)
- 2nd Half77-59Timoty van der Knaap makes driving layup (Montana Wheeler assists)
- 2nd Half78-59Javon Bennett makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-61Kai Yu makes 4-foot jumper (Dietrich Richardson assists)
- 2nd Half78-62Montana Wheeler makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-62Malcolm Thomas makes 3-foot alley oop dunk (Bryce Heard assists)
- 2nd Half80-63Matthew Zobrist makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-64Matthew Zobrist makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half80-66Dietrich Richardson makes 15-foot jumper
Win probability
Above the line favours Bradley Braves, below favours Dayton Flyers.
Venue
- Carver ArenaPeoria, IL
- Attendance2436
- OfficialsMatthew Rukasin, James Duke, Justin Albrecht
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