NCAAB · Final/OT

Valparaiso Edges Evansville in Overtime Thriller

Friday, February 6, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Athletics-Recreation Center

Valparaiso Beacons 70, Evansville Purple Aces 63, 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 Valparaiso Beacons?

Valparaiso Beacons beat Evansville Purple Aces 70-63 at Athletics-Recreation Center on February 6, 2026.

Who was favored in Evansville Purple Aces vs Valparaiso Beacons?

Valparaiso Beacons were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -500 (about 83% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Valparaiso Beacons triumphed over the Evansville Purple Aces with a final score of 70-63 after overtime. This victory is significant for Valparaiso, as it improves their overall record to 13-12, while Evansville drops to 5-20. The game was held at the Athletics-Recreation Center, where the Beacons have had a solid home record this season.

Valparaiso's recent form has been a mix of highs and lows, with a record of 5-5 in their last ten games. They are averaging 70.7 points scored and allowing 70.4 points in that span. Their last game before this matchup was a loss to the Bradley Braves, where they fell 65-72. In their previous five games, Valparaiso has managed to secure three wins, with an average of 68.2 points scored and 65.8 points allowed.

On the other hand, Evansville has struggled significantly, with a record of 1-8-1 in their last ten outings. They have averaged just 57.1 points per game while allowing 69.0 points. Their most recent game resulted in a heavy defeat against the Indiana State Sycamores, losing 63-84. The Purple Aces have not won a game in their last four attempts, and their last five games show a dismal average of 49.0 points scored and 62.6 points allowed.

When looking at the teams' home and away performances, Valparaiso has a home record of 4-1 in their last five games, while Evansville has struggled on the road with a record of 1-4 in their last five away games. This disparity in form likely contributed to the betting lines, which favored Valparaiso at -8.5 according to DraftKings. The total for the game was set at 136.5, with the over odds at -105.0 and the under at -115.0. Valparaiso was also heavily favored on the moneyline at -500.0, while Evansville was listed at +380.0.

In terms of head-to-head matchups, Valparaiso has faced Evansville twice in the previous season, losing both encounters. The first meeting was on January 25, 2025, where Valparaiso lost 68-78 at home, followed by a 69-79 defeat in Evansville on February 17, 2025. This history added an extra layer of intensity to the game, as Valparaiso sought to break their losing streak against the Aces.

Injury concerns did not play a significant role in this matchup, as both teams were able to field their regular lineups. The conditions for the game were typical for a mid-season college basketball matchup, with a charged atmosphere in the arena as fans supported their teams.

As the game progressed into overtime, Valparaiso managed to pull ahead with key scoring plays. Owen Dease made a driving layup to extend the lead, followed by another layup from Justus McNair. Free throws from Leif Moeller and Carter Hopoi further solidified Valparaiso's advantage. Ultimately, a turnaround jump shot from Dease sealed the victory for the Beacons.

Viewers were treated to a hard-fought battle where Valparaiso's resilience shone through in the overtime period, highlighting their determination to improve their standing in the league. The game showcased the competitive spirit of college basketball, with both teams displaying moments of skill and tenacity.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	VAL -8.5	136.5 o -105 / u -115	Evansville Purple Aces +380 · Valparaiso Beacons -500

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Leaders

PointsOwen Dease18Valparaiso Beacons
AssistsJustus McNair3Valparaiso Beacons
ReboundsShon Tupuola10Valparaiso Beacons
PointsLeif Moeller26Evansville Purple Aces
AssistsAJ Casey5Evansville Purple Aces
ReboundsAJ Casey7Evansville Purple Aces

Recent form

Valparaiso Beacons

Last 10: 5-5Streak L170.7 scored · 70.4 allowed per game4-1 at home

L65-72at Bradley BravesFeb 4
W76-72at Indiana State SycamoresJan 31
L77-78vs Belmont BruinsJan 29
W69-63vs Southern Illinois SalukisJan 22
W54-44vs Northern Iowa PanthersJan 17
L74-78at Belmont BruinsJan 14
L79-92at Murray State RacersJan 10
W77-71vs Illinois State RedbirdsJan 8
W66-59vs UIC FlamesJan 4
L70-75at Southern Illinois SalukisJan 1

Evansville Purple Aces

Last 10: 1-8-1Streak L357.1 scored · 69 allowed per game1-4 away

L63-84vs Indiana State SycamoresFeb 4
L55-71at Northern Iowa PanthersJan 31
L78-82at Drake BulldogsJan 29
D0-0vs Southern Illinois SalukisJan 25
L49-76at UIC FlamesJan 21
L90-94vs Bradley BravesJan 14
W72-69at Indiana State SycamoresJan 10
L69-79vs Murray State RacersJan 8
L48-62vs Northern Iowa PanthersJan 4
L47-73at Illinois State RedbirdsJan 1

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

Box score

Stat	Evansville Purple Aces	Valparaiso Beacons
Field goals	23-60	26-63
Field goal %	38	41
Three-pointers	10-25	6-23
Three-point %	40	26
Free throws	7-11	12-15
Free throw %	64	80
Rebounds	29	44
Offensive rebounds	9	15
Defensive rebounds	20	29
Assists	15	10
Steals	7	8
Blocks	1	5
Turnovers	13	14
Team turnovers	1	4
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	13	14
Fast-break points	0	4
Points in the paint	26	36
Fouls	11	12
Largest lead	13	9
Lead changes	4	4
Time in front	25	68

How the scoring went

2nd Half34-30Joshua Hughes makes 8-foot jumper (AJ Casey assists)
2nd Half35-30Bryce Quinet makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half38-30Alex Hemenway makes 23-foot three point jumper (Bryce Quinet assists)
2nd Half40-30Leif Moeller makes layup (AJ Casey assists)
2nd Half40-31Owen Dease makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half40-32Owen Dease makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half42-32AJ Casey makes driving layup
2nd Half45-32Leif Moeller makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
2nd Half45-34Rakim Chaney makes driving layup
2nd Half46-34Leif Moeller makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half46-36Carter Hopoi makes 8-foot hook shot
2nd Half46-37Justus McNair makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half46-38Justus McNair makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half46-39Justus McNair makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half46-40Justus McNair makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half46-42Shon Tupuola makes 9-foot jumper (Justus McNair assists)
2nd Half46-43Sader Servilus makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half49-43Leif Moeller makes 25-foot three point jumper
2nd Half49-46JT Pettigrew makes 25-foot three point jumper (Mark Brown Jr. assists)
2nd Half49-48Justus McNair makes 8-foot jumper
2nd Half49-50Owen Dease makes 10-foot floating jump shot (JT Pettigrew assists)
2nd Half49-52Carter Hopoi makes 0-foot tip in dunk
2nd Half49-55Owen Dease makes 26-foot three point jumper (Sader Servilus assists)
2nd Half52-55Joshua Hughes makes 25-foot three point jumper (Alex Hemenway assists)
2nd Half52-57Shon Tupuola makes 0-foot tip in dunk
2nd Half54-57Leif Moeller makes 9-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half54-58JT Pettigrew makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half56-58Leif Moeller makes driving layup
2nd Half58-58AJ Casey makes 2-foot dunk (Bryce Quinet assists)
OT58-60Shon Tupuola makes 2-foot dunk (Justus McNair assists)
OT58-62Mark Brown Jr. makes 19-foot jumper (JT Pettigrew assists)
OT60-62AJ Casey makes 6-foot hook shot
OT60-64Owen Dease makes driving layup
OT60-66Justus McNair makes driving layup
OT61-66Leif Moeller makes free throw 1 of 2
OT62-66Leif Moeller makes free throw 2 of 2
OT62-67Carter Hopoi makes free throw 1 of 2
OT62-68Carter Hopoi makes free throw 2 of 2
OT63-68AJ Casey makes free throw 1 of 2
OT63-70Owen Dease makes 12-foot turnaround jump shot

Win probability

Above the line favours Valparaiso Beacons, below favours Evansville Purple Aces.