Notre Dame Dominates Detroit Mercy in Season Opener
Friday, November 7, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Purcell Pavilion
Notre Dame Fighting Irish 102, Detroit Mercy Titans 70, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Detroit Mercy Titans vs Notre Dame Fighting Irish?
Notre Dame Fighting Irish beat Detroit Mercy Titans 102-70 at Purcell Pavilion on November 7, 2025.
The Notre Dame Fighting Irish showcased a commanding performance against the Detroit Mercy Titans, winning decisively with a final score of 102-70 at Purcell Pavilion. This victory marks Notre Dame's third consecutive win against Detroit Mercy, further establishing their dominance in this matchup.
Notre Dame entered the game with a solid home record of 2-0 for the season and a recent form that showed a 5-5 record over their last ten games, including a winning streak of one. They averaged 71.6 points scored and allowed 76.2 points during this stretch. The Fighting Irish's last game before this matchup was a convincing 89-67 win against the Long Island University Sharks, where they demonstrated their offensive capabilities.
On the other hand, Detroit Mercy struggled significantly, arriving at Purcell Pavilion with an away record of 0-2 and an overall record of 0-2 for the season. Their recent form was particularly concerning, as they had lost their last nine games, averaging 69.8 points scored and allowing a staggering 81.6 points during this period. Their last outing resulted in a 71-91 loss to the UIC Flames, further highlighting their difficulties on the court.
The game began with Notre Dame quickly establishing control, and they maintained a strong offensive presence throughout. The Titans, despite their struggles, attempted to keep pace but ultimately fell short against the Irish's relentless scoring. Notre Dame's scoring was led by several key plays, including a series of successful three-point shots and layups that contributed to their overwhelming lead.
In terms of home and away performance, Notre Dame has been particularly strong at home with a 5-2 record, while Detroit Mercy has struggled on the road, holding an away record of 0-6. This home advantage was evident as the Fighting Irish capitalized on the support of their fans and the familiar confines of Purcell Pavilion.
Injuries were not reported as a significant factor in this game, allowing both teams to field their regular lineups. This absence of injury concerns likely contributed to the high level of play exhibited by Notre Dame.
The betting market had Notre Dame heavily favored, with a home win probability of 0.981, indicating a strong expectation for their success in this fixture. This expectation was fulfilled as the Irish dominated the scoreboard from the outset.
As the game progressed, notable moments included Keshawn Fisher's jumper and multiple free throws by Ryder Frost, which helped solidify Notre Dame's lead. The Titans managed to score sporadically, including a three-point jumper by Tyler Spratt, but these efforts were not enough to close the gap.
Overall, this matchup served as a strong statement for Notre Dame as they look to build momentum in the early part of the season. The Fighting Irish's ability to score efficiently and defend effectively will be crucial as they continue to navigate their schedule. For Detroit Mercy, the need for improvement is clear, and they will be looking to regroup and find a way to break their losing streak in future contests.
Leaders
- PointsBraeden Shrewsberry19Notre Dame Fighting Irish
- AssistsSir Mohammed6Notre Dame Fighting Irish
- ReboundsCarson Towt10Notre Dame Fighting Irish
- PointsTJ Nadeau24Detroit Mercy Titans
- AssistsOrlando Lovejoy6Detroit Mercy Titans
- ReboundsKeshawn Fisher7Detroit Mercy Titans
Recent form
Notre Dame Fighting Irish
Last 10: 5-5Streak W171.6 scored · 76.2 allowed per game5-2 at home
- W89-67vs Long Island University SharksNov 4
- L56-76at North Carolina Tar HeelsMar 12
- W55-54vs Pittsburgh PanthersMar 11
- W112-110vs California Golden BearsMar 8
- W56-54vs Stanford CardinalMar 6
- L71-74at Wake Forest Demon DeaconsMar 1
- L68-83at Clemson TigersFeb 27
- W76-72vs Pittsburgh PanthersFeb 22
- L73-97vs SMU MustangsFeb 20
- L60-75vs Louisville CardinalsFeb 17
Detroit Mercy Titans
Last 10: 1-9Streak L969.8 scored · 81.6 allowed per game0-6 away
- L71-91at UIC FlamesNov 4
- L75-99at Northern Kentucky NorseMar 5
- L67-89at Milwaukee PanthersMar 1
- L71-76at Green Bay PhoenixFeb 28
- L65-73vs Cleveland State VikingsFeb 22
- L71-80vs IU Indianapolis JaguarsFeb 20
- L83-93at Oakland Golden GrizzliesFeb 16
- L72-87vs Youngstown State PenguinsFeb 8
- L56-71at Robert Morris ColonialsFeb 6
- W67-57vs Green Bay PhoenixFeb 1
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 |
| Duke | 35-3 | - | 17-1 |
| Virginia | 30-6 | 2 | 15-3 |
| Miami | 26-9 | 4 | 13-5 |
| North Carolina | 24-9 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Clemson | 24-11 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Louisville | 24-11 | 6 | 11-7 |
| NC State | 20-14 | 7 | 10-8 |
| Florida State | 18-15 | 7 | 10-8 |
| California | 22-12 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Stanford | 20-13 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Virginia Tech | 19-13 | 9 | 8-10 |
| SMU | 20-14 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Wake Forest | 18-17 | 10 | 7-11 |
| Syracuse | 15-17 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Pittsburgh | 13-20 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Notre Dame | 13-18 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Boston College | 11-20 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Georgia Tech | 11-20 | 15 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Detroit Mercy Titans | Notre Dame Fighting Irish |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-67 | 36-69 |
| Field goal % | 42 | 52 |
| Three-pointers | 9-30 | 14-32 |
| Three-point % | 30 | 44 |
| Free throws | 5-10 | 16-22 |
| Free throw % | 50 | 73 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 44 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 33 |
| Assists | 15 | 19 |
| Steals | 5 | 8 |
| Blocks | 3 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 20 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 20 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 44 |
| Fouls | 21 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 36 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half36-60Sir Mohammed made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-62Garrett Sundra made Layup. Assisted by Sir Mohammed.
- 2nd Half36-64Sir Mohammed made Jumper.
- 2nd Half38-64Ayden Carter made Layup.
- 2nd Half38-66Kebba Njie made Jumper.
- 2nd Half39-66Ayden Carter made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-66Ayden Carter made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-68Markus Burton made Layup.
- 2nd Half40-70Brady Koehler made Dunk. Assisted by Markus Burton.
- 2nd Half40-71Kebba Njie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-72Kebba Njie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-72TJ Nadeau made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Keshawn Fisher.
- 2nd Half43-74Sir Mohammed made Layup.
- 2nd Half46-74TJ Nadeau made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tyler Spratt.
- 2nd Half48-74Nate Johnson made Dunk. Assisted by TJ Nadeau.
- 2nd Half48-76Carson Towt made Layup.
- 2nd Half48-77Markus Burton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-78Markus Burton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-80Carson Towt made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half50-80TJ Nadeau made Jumper.
- 2nd Half50-82Sir Mohammed made Layup. Assisted by Markus Burton.
- 2nd Half50-84Markus Burton made Jumper.
- 2nd Half51-84Lance Stone made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-87Logan Imes made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Garrett Sundra.
- 2nd Half53-87Ayden Carter made Jumper.
- 2nd Half55-87Tyler Spratt made Jumper.
- 2nd Half55-90Garrett Sundra made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Carson Towt.
- 2nd Half57-90London Maiden made Jumper. Assisted by Jared Lary.
- 2nd Half57-93Ryder Frost made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Sir Mohammed.
- 2nd Half59-93Keshawn Fisher made Layup. Assisted by Je'kel Cotton.
- 2nd Half61-93London Maiden made Layup. Assisted by Keshawn Fisher.
- 2nd Half61-96Brady Koehler made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Cole Certa.
- 2nd Half63-96Keshawn Fisher made Jumper.
- 2nd Half63-97Ryder Frost made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-98Ryder Frost made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-98Jared Lary made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-98Tyler Spratt made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by TJ Nadeau.
- 2nd Half70-98TJ Nadeau made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half70-100Brady Stevens made Layup.
- 2nd Half70-102Ryder Frost made Layup. Assisted by Matthew MacLellan.
Win probability
Above the line favours Notre Dame Fighting Irish, below favours Detroit Mercy Titans.
Venue
- Purcell PavilionSouth Bend, IN
- Attendance7608
- OfficialsLamar Simpson, Jeff Pon, Chase Shaw
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