NCAAB · Final

Illinois State Defeats Eastern Kentucky 89-78

Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · CEFCU Arena

Illinois State Redbirds 89, Eastern Kentucky Colonels 78, 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 Eastern Kentucky Colonels vs Illinois State Redbirds?

Illinois State Redbirds beat Eastern Kentucky Colonels 89-78 at CEFCU Arena on December 3, 2025.

Who was favored in Eastern Kentucky Colonels vs Illinois State Redbirds?

Illinois State Redbirds were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1100 (about 92% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup at CEFCU Arena, the Illinois State Redbirds secured a solid victory over the Eastern Kentucky Colonels, finishing the game with a score of 89-78. This win extends Illinois State's impressive home record to 7-2, showcasing their dominance at home with a perfect 6-0 record in front of their fans this season.

Illinois State's recent form has been strong, as they entered the game on a five-game winning streak. Over their last ten games, they have posted a record of 7-3, averaging 76.4 points scored per game while allowing 65.8 points. Their last five games have seen an even more impressive average of 84.0 points scored and only 60.8 points allowed, indicating a formidable defense combined with a potent offense.

In contrast, Eastern Kentucky has struggled significantly this season, with a record of 1-7 prior to this game. They have lost their last six games, averaging 78.0 points scored but allowing a concerning 81.0 points against. Their away record stands at 1-5, which reflects their difficulties in competing outside of their home venue.

The odds for this matchup, provided by DraftKings, favored Illinois State heavily, with a spread of -12.5 and a moneyline of -1100. Eastern Kentucky was listed at a moneyline of +700, indicating a significant disparity in expectations from the betting market. The total for the game was set at 154.5, reflecting the anticipated scoring potential of both teams.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either side, allowing both teams to field their full rosters. This absence of injury concerns likely contributed to the competitive nature of the game.

As the game unfolded, Illinois State maintained control, leveraging their home advantage and recent form. The scoring plays in the second half included a series of free throws that helped solidify their lead, with players like MJ Williams, Boden Skunberg, Ty Pence, and Johnny Kinziger contributing to the final score through successful free throw attempts.

The conditions in the arena were favorable for both teams, with a supportive home crowd for Illinois State, which likely played a role in their performance. Fans witnessed a strong display of basketball, with Illinois State showcasing their offensive capabilities and defensive resilience.

Overall, this matchup highlighted the contrasting fortunes of the two programs, with Illinois State continuing to build momentum as they look to maintain their strong start to the season, while Eastern Kentucky will need to regroup and address their ongoing struggles.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	ILST -12.5	154.5 o -110 / u -110	Eastern Kentucky Colonels +700 · Illinois State Redbirds -1100

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Leaders

PointsJohnny Kinziger21Illinois State Redbirds
AssistsJohnny Kinziger5Illinois State Redbirds
ReboundsBoden Skunberg8Illinois State Redbirds
PointsJuan Cranford Jr.17Eastern Kentucky Colonels
AssistsYvens Paul2Eastern Kentucky Colonels
ReboundsJayden Harris7Eastern Kentucky Colonels

Recent form

Illinois State Redbirds

Last 10: 7-3Streak W576.4 scored · 65.8 allowed per game6-0 at home

W72-65vs Furman PaladinsNov 28
W79-69vs Charlotte 49ersNov 27
W94-42vs Coastal Carolina ChanticleersNov 23
W93-48vs Rockford RegentsNov 21
W82-80at Long Beach State BeachNov 17
L67-87at USC TrojansNov 15
W76-65vs Cornell Big RedNov 9
L68-72at Ohio BobcatsNov 7
L63-76at Belmont BruinsMar 7
W70-54vs Missouri State BearsMar 6

Eastern Kentucky Colonels

Last 10: 2-8Streak L678 scored · 81 allowed per game1-5 away

L77-83vs Wofford TerriersNov 29
L71-82at Northern Kentucky NorseNov 25
L83-95vs Mercer BearsNov 22
L78-93at Kent State Golden FlashesNov 19
L62-92at Vanderbilt CommodoresNov 13
L79-87vs Western Kentucky HilltoppersNov 11
W122-60vs Midway EaglesNov 7
L67-78at Jacksonville DolphinsMar 4
W86-81at North Florida OspreysFeb 27
L55-59at Jacksonville DolphinsFeb 25

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Utah Valley	25-9	-	14-4
California Baptist	25-9	1	13-5
Utah Tech	19-15	2	11-7
UT Arlington	18-14	5	9-9
Southern Utah	10-22	7	6-12
Tarleton State	14-18	9	5-13
Abilene Christian	14-19	9	5-13
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	Eastern Kentucky Colonels	Illinois State Redbirds
Field goals	26-59	31-57
Field goal %	44	54
Three-pointers	11-28	11-23
Three-point %	39	48
Free throws	15-23	16-20
Free throw %	65	80
Rebounds	31	36
Offensive rebounds	11	8
Defensive rebounds	20	28
Assists	9	16
Steals	9	8
Blocks	4	1
Turnovers	13	12
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	22	17
Fast-break points	8	11
Points in the paint	24	30
Fouls	19	18
Largest lead	0	18
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	0	96

How the scoring went

2nd Half44-55Chase Walker made Layup.
2nd Half44-57Ty Pence made Layup.
2nd Half44-60Mason Klabo made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Landon Wolf.
2nd Half44-62Mason Klabo made Layup.
2nd Half46-62Austin Ball made Jumper.
2nd Half49-62Jackson Holt made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jayden Harris.
2nd Half49-64Chase Walker made Layup.
2nd Half51-64Yvens Paul made Dunk. Assisted by Jackson Holt.
2nd Half53-64Jayden Harris made Layup.
2nd Half54-64Jayden Harris made Free Throw.
2nd Half54-66Johnny Kinziger made Jumper.
2nd Half56-66MJ Williams made Layup.
2nd Half56-69Johnny Kinziger made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ty Pence.
2nd Half56-71Mason Klabo made Layup. Assisted by Ty Pence.
2nd Half57-71Tyler Jackson made Free Throw.
2nd Half58-71Tyler Jackson made Free Throw.
2nd Half58-73Mason Klabo made Jumper. Assisted by Chase Walker.
2nd Half59-73Montavious Myrick made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-73Tyler Jackson made Layup.
2nd Half61-75Johnny Kinziger made Jumper.
2nd Half64-75Juan Cranford Jr. made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half65-75Turner Buttry made Free Throw.
2nd Half66-75Turner Buttry made Free Throw.
2nd Half68-75Turner Buttry made Layup.
2nd Half69-75Turner Buttry made Free Throw.
2nd Half69-78Johnny Kinziger made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Boden Skunberg.
2nd Half71-78Tyler Jackson made Jumper.
2nd Half72-78Montavious Myrick made Free Throw.
2nd Half72-80Johnny Kinziger made Jumper.
2nd Half74-80Tyler Jackson made Layup. Assisted by Montavious Myrick.
2nd Half76-80Juan Cranford Jr. made Jumper.
2nd Half76-83Johnny Kinziger made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half77-83MJ Williams made Free Throw.
2nd Half77-84Boden Skunberg made Free Throw.
2nd Half77-85Boden Skunberg made Free Throw.
2nd Half78-85MJ Williams made Free Throw.
2nd Half78-86Ty Pence made Free Throw.
2nd Half78-87Ty Pence made Free Throw.
2nd Half78-88Johnny Kinziger made Free Throw.
2nd Half78-89Johnny Kinziger made Free Throw.

Win probability

Above the line favours Illinois State Redbirds, below favours Eastern Kentucky Colonels.