NCAAB · Final

Ball State Dominates Earlham in Lopsided Victory

Monday, December 29, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Worthen Arena

Ball State Cardinals 93, Earlham Quakers 30, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Earlham Quakers vs Ball State Cardinals?

Ball State Cardinals beat Earlham Quakers 93-30 at Worthen Arena on December 29, 2025.

In a commanding performance, the Ball State Cardinals triumphed over the Earlham Quakers with a final score of 93-30 at Worthen Arena. This game showcased the Cardinals' offensive prowess, particularly in the second half, where they outscored the Quakers significantly. The Cardinals were able to break away early and maintain a dominant lead throughout the contest.

The Cardinals entered the game with a home record of 4-9, struggling with a recent form that saw them lose their last four games, and finishing with a record of 1-9 over their last ten outings. Their scoring average during this stretch was 63.2 points, while they allowed an average of 73.1 points per game. In their last five games, they managed to score an average of 70.6 points but allowed 74.4 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. However, this game marked a stark contrast to their recent struggles, as they scored an impressive 93 points against the Quakers.

Earlham, on the other hand, came into the game with a record of 0-1 for their last match, which they lost to the Eastern Illinois Panthers by a score of 61-97. Their scoring average in that game was 61.0 points, while they allowed a staggering 97 points. This performance against Ball State further illustrated their difficulties, as they managed to score only 30 points in total.

Historically, the Cardinals have struggled at home with a record of 1-4, while Earlham's away record was 0-1 prior to this game. The Cardinals' previous meetings with various opponents showed a trend of close contests, but this game was anything but that, as Ball State dominated from start to finish.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either team, suggesting that both sides were at full strength for this matchup. The absence of key injuries may have contributed to Ball State's ability to execute their game plan effectively.

The market had priced Ball State as the clear favorite, with a home win probability of 1.0, reflecting the expectations leading into the game. The conditions in Worthen Arena were likely favorable for the home team, as they played in front of their fans, which can often provide an additional boost.

As the game unfolded, viewers witnessed a series of scoring plays that highlighted Ball State's offensive capabilities. Notable moments included Preston Copeland's hook shot and Kody Clancy's three-point jumper, both contributing to the Cardinals' overwhelming lead. The second half saw Ball State continue to extend their advantage, with several players contributing to the scoring, including Grady Smitley, who made three consecutive free throws, and Travis Makabu, who added to the tally with an 11-foot pullup jump shot.

Overall, this game served as a significant confidence booster for the Ball State Cardinals, while Earlham will need to regroup and address their performance issues moving forward.

Leaders

PointsPreston Copeland18Ball State Cardinals
AssistsDevon Barnes5Ball State Cardinals
ReboundsMason Jones11Ball State Cardinals
PointsManntavius Goodman7Earlham Quakers
AssistsBud Davis1Earlham Quakers
ReboundsConnor Smith8Earlham Quakers

Recent form

Ball State Cardinals

Last 10: 1-9Streak L463.2 scored · 73.1 allowed per game1-4 at home

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L55-86at Wisconsin BadgersNov 12

Earlham Quakers

1 game: 0-1Streak L161 scored · 97 allowed per game0-1 away

L61-97at Eastern Illinois PanthersNov 7

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
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	Earlham Quakers	Ball State Cardinals
Field goals	9-47	37-58
Field goal %	19	64
Three-pointers	2-21	9-19
Three-point %	10	47
Free throws	10-14	10-19
Free throw %	71	53
Rebounds	25	43
Offensive rebounds	3	6
Defensive rebounds	22	37
Assists	4	19
Steals	3	8
Blocks	1	3
Turnovers	17	7
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	1
Technical fouls, total	0	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	4	25
Fast-break points	9	17
Points in the paint	12	48
Fouls	14	11
Largest lead	0	66
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	0	99

How the scoring went

1st Half8-43Mason Jones makes 22-foot jumper (Devon Barnes assists)
1st Half8-46Elmore James IV makes 23-foot three point jumper (Armoni Zeigler assists)
1st Half8-48Armoni Zeigler makes layup
2nd Half8-50Devon Barnes makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half8-52Armoni Zeigler makes layup
2nd Half8-54Jai Anthoni Bearden makes layup
2nd Half11-54Tommy Reddick makes 28-foot three point jumper
2nd Half11-56Armoni Zeigler makes driving layup
2nd Half11-58Armoni Zeigler makes layup (Mason Jones assists)
2nd Half12-58Tommy Reddick makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half12-61Easton Foster makes 22-foot three point jumper (Armoni Zeigler assists)
2nd Half12-64Devon Barnes makes 24-foot three point jumper (Armoni Zeigler assists)
2nd Half14-64Donovan Pruitt makes layup
2nd Half14-65Kody Clancy makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half14-67Easton Foster makes layup
2nd Half14-69Kody Clancy makes layup
2nd Half14-71Preston Copeland makes 3-foot dunk (Kody Clancy assists)
2nd Half14-73Devon Barnes makes layup
2nd Half14-75Preston Copeland makes 3-foot dunk (Devon Barnes assists)
2nd Half15-75Bud Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half16-75Bud Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half18-75Hamweemba Mukando makes layup (Bud Davis assists)
2nd Half18-77Preston Copeland makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Devon Barnes assists)
2nd Half18-78Preston Copeland makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half18-80Preston Copeland makes layup (Devon Barnes assists)
2nd Half20-80Manntavius Goodman makes layup
2nd Half20-82Devon Barnes makes driving layup
2nd Half20-83Devon Barnes makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half23-83Manntavius Goodman makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ki'Shawn Wright assists)
2nd Half23-84Easton Foster makes free throw 2 of 3
2nd Half23-86Davion Hill makes driving layup
2nd Half23-87Davion Hill makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half23-89Preston Copeland makes 9-foot hook shot
2nd Half25-89Manntavius Goodman makes 8-foot floating jump shot (Travis Makabu assists)
2nd Half25-90Preston Copeland makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half26-90Grady Smitley makes free throw 1 of 3
2nd Half27-90Grady Smitley makes free throw 2 of 3
2nd Half28-90Grady Smitley makes free throw 3 of 3
2nd Half28-93Kody Clancy makes 24-foot three point jumper (Davion Hill assists)
2nd Half30-93Travis Makabu makes 11-foot pullup jump shot