Notre Dame Dominates Evansville in Convincing Win
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 2:00 PM ET · Purcell Pavilion
Notre Dame Fighting Irish 82, Evansville Purple Aces 58, 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 Evansville Purple Aces vs Notre Dame Fighting Irish?
Notre Dame Fighting Irish beat Evansville Purple Aces 82-58 at Purcell Pavilion on December 13, 2025.
Who was favored in Evansville Purple Aces vs Notre Dame Fighting Irish?
Notre Dame Fighting Irish were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1650 (about 94% implied). The favorite won.
The Notre Dame Fighting Irish showcased their strength at home in a decisive victory over the Evansville Purple Aces, finishing the game with a score of 82-58. This matchup, held at Purcell Pavilion, highlighted Notre Dame's solid performance, particularly as they extended their winning streak to four games. The Fighting Irish, boasting a home record of 6-0 this season, demonstrated their dominance on their home court against an Evansville team that has struggled with a 1-2 record in away games.
In terms of recent form, Notre Dame has been impressive, winning seven of their last ten games, with an average of 75.7 points scored and 69.2 points allowed over that stretch. Their latest victory against the Idaho Vandals, where they won 80-65, further solidified their momentum. Evansville, on the other hand, has faced challenges, recording a 4-6 record in their last ten games. Their average points scored per game stands at 70.1, while they have allowed an average of 71.6 points, indicating a struggle on the defensive end. Their most recent outing ended in a close loss to the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers, 79-80, which marked their first loss in their last five games.
The betting market reflected the expectations for this game, with DraftKings setting the spread at Notre Dame -14.5. The total for the game was set at 136.5, indicating an anticipated moderate scoring affair. The moneyline odds were heavily in favor of the Fighting Irish at -1650, while the Purple Aces were listed at +950, underscoring the disparity in confidence between the two teams.
Throughout the game, Notre Dame's offensive efficiency was evident. Key moments included a series of scoring plays in the second half, such as Braeden Shrewsberry's three-point jumper and Jalen Haralson's contributions, which included both free throws and a layup that pushed the lead to 82-58. Notre Dame's ability to maintain control of the game was evident as they consistently answered Evansville's attempts to close the gap.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the overall performance of both teams suggests that they fielded their strongest available lineups for this matchup.
As the game progressed, viewers were treated to a display of Notre Dame's offensive prowess, characterized by effective ball movement and scoring from various players. The Fighting Irish's ability to capitalize on their home advantage was a key factor in their victory, as they continue to build on a promising season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ND -14.5 | 136.5 o -108 / u -112 | Evansville Purple Aces +950 · Notre Dame Fighting Irish -1650 |
Leaders
- PointsBraeden Shrewsberry26Notre Dame Fighting Irish
- AssistsSir Mohammed3Notre Dame Fighting Irish
- ReboundsKebba Njie10Notre Dame Fighting Irish
- PointsConnor Turnbull17Evansville Purple Aces
- AssistsLeif Moeller3Evansville Purple Aces
- ReboundsConnor Turnbull9Evansville Purple Aces
Recent form
Notre Dame Fighting Irish
Last 10: 7-3Streak W375.7 scored · 69.2 allowed per game6-0 at home
- W80-65vs Idaho VandalsDec 11
- W87-85at TCU Horned FrogsDec 6
- W76-71vs Missouri TigersDec 3
- L56-66at Houston CougarsNov 26
- W68-63vs Rutgers Scarlet KnightsNov 25
- L61-71at Kansas JayhawksNov 24
- W86-79vs Bellarmine KnightsNov 20
- L63-64at Ohio State BuckeyesNov 16
- W78-58vs Eastern Illinois PanthersNov 12
- W102-70vs Detroit Mercy TitansNov 8
Evansville Purple Aces
Last 10: 4-6Streak L170.1 scored · 71.6 allowed per game1-2 away
- L79-80at Western Kentucky HilltoppersDec 6
- W64-52vs Ball State CardinalsDec 4
- L59-78vs Charleston CougarsNov 24
- L59-97vs Akron ZipsNov 24
- W73-69at Oregon State BeaversNov 22
- L76-84vs UT Arlington MavericksNov 19
- L72-77vs Middle Tennessee Blue RaidersNov 13
- W76-47vs Oakland City Mighty OaksNov 9
- W92-50vs Calumet St. Joseph Crimson WaveNov 7
- L51-82at Purdue BoilermakersNov 4
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 | Evansville Purple Aces | Notre Dame Fighting Irish |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-53 | 28-59 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 8-24 | 14-25 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 56 |
| Free throws | 8-13 | 12-17 |
| Free throw % | 62 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 28 |
| Assists | 13 | 9 |
| Steals | 6 | 9 |
| Blocks | 5 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 2 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 2 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 3 |
| Points in the paint | 20 | 20 |
| Fouls | 21 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 25 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 1 | 96 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half26-41Sir Mohammed made Layup.
- 1st Half29-41Joshua Hughes made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by AJ Casey.
- 2nd Half29-44Braeden Shrewsberry made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jalen Haralson.
- 2nd Half31-44Joshua Hughes made Jumper.
- 2nd Half34-44Joshua Hughes made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Leif Moeller.
- 2nd Half34-46Cole Certa made Layup. Assisted by Sir Mohammed.
- 2nd Half37-46Keishon Porter made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half37-48Sir Mohammed made Jumper.
- 2nd Half39-48Connor Turnbull made Jumper. Assisted by Leif Moeller.
- 2nd Half39-50Jalen Haralson made Jumper.
- 2nd Half40-50Connor Turnbull made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-52Jalen Haralson made Jumper.
- 2nd Half41-52Connor Turnbull made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-52Connor Turnbull made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-52Connor Turnbull made Layup.
- 2nd Half46-52Connor Turnbull made Layup.
- 2nd Half47-52Connor Turnbull made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-52Keishon Porter made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-52Keishon Porter made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-55Braeden Shrewsberry made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Sir Mohammed.
- 2nd Half49-58Garrett Sundra made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Sir Mohammed.
- 2nd Half49-60Sir Mohammed made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-61Sir Mohammed made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-61Trent Hundley made Layup.
- 2nd Half51-64Logan Imes made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half51-67Sir Mohammed made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half51-68Sir Mohammed made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-69Sir Mohammed made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-69Connor Turnbull made Layup.
- 2nd Half53-70Kebba Njie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-71Kebba Njie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-72Kebba Njie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-75Braeden Shrewsberry made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half53-78Cole Certa made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jalen Haralson.
- 2nd Half55-78Keishon Porter made Dunk. Assisted by Bryce Quinet.
- 2nd Half55-79Jalen Haralson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-80Jalen Haralson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-80Keishon Porter made Layup.
- 2nd Half58-80James Dyson-Merwe made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-82Jalen Haralson made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours Notre Dame Fighting Irish, below favours Evansville Purple Aces.
Venue
- Purcell PavilionSouth Bend, IN
- Attendance4323
- OfficialsEric Lewis, Trey Styons, Ryan Sassano
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