Wright State Dominates Franklin in Season Opener
Monday, November 3, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Nutter Center
Wright State Raiders 86, Franklin Grizzlies 37, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Franklin Grizzlies vs Wright State Raiders?
Wright State Raiders beat Franklin Grizzlies 86-37 at Nutter Center on November 3, 2025.
In a commanding performance, the Wright State Raiders triumphed over the Franklin Grizzlies with a final score of 86-37 at the Nutter Center, marking a strong start to their season. This game showcased the Raiders' ability to dominate on their home court, where they have a record of 4-1 in their last five games. In contrast, the Grizzlies have struggled, particularly in their away games, where they have yet to secure a victory, holding an away record of 0-1 after this defeat.
Wright State entered this matchup with a mixed recent form, having won four of their last ten games, but they were looking to bounce back from a loss in their previous outing. The Raiders averaged 77.1 points scored while allowing 80.6 points in those games. Their last five games saw them average 80.4 points scored and 83.0 points allowed, indicating a need for improvement defensively. However, their performance against Franklin demonstrated a significant turnaround, as they held their opponents to just 37 points.
On the other hand, Franklin's recent form has been less than ideal, as they came into this game with a record of 0-1 after losing to the Ball State Cardinals, where they scored 60 points while allowing 87. This game against Wright State marked their second consecutive loss, extending their streak to one. The Grizzlies averaged only 60 points in their last outing, which is a stark contrast to the Raiders' scoring capabilities.
The matchup was also notable for the disparity in home and away performance. Wright State has shown resilience at home, while Franklin's struggles on the road have been evident. This game further highlighted the challenges Franklin faces when playing away from their home court.
In terms of individual performances, the scoring plays in the second half included multiple free throws and a three-point jumper by Justin Harrington, which helped solidify Wright State's lead. The Raiders demonstrated their offensive prowess throughout the game, with a balanced scoring attack that kept the Grizzlies on their heels.
The market had priced Wright State as the clear favorite, with a home win probability of 1.0, reflecting their strong home record and Franklin's difficulties. This was evident in the final score, which showed the Raiders' dominance throughout the contest.
As for conditions, the game took place in the Nutter Center, a venue known for its home-court advantage for the Raiders. The atmosphere likely contributed to Wright State's strong performance, allowing them to capitalize on their home support.
Overall, this game was a significant statement for Wright State as they look to build momentum for the season ahead. Their ability to perform well at home and dominate an opponent like Franklin sets a positive tone for their upcoming fixtures.
Leaders
- PointsMichael Imariagbe13Wright State Raiders
- AssistsTJ Burch9Wright State Raiders
- ReboundsBryan Etumnu7Wright State Raiders
- PointsRohan Pearson9Franklin Grizzlies
- AssistsJesse Faires2Franklin Grizzlies
- ReboundsAvery Saunders5Franklin Grizzlies
Recent form
Wright State Raiders
Last 10: 4-6Streak L177.1 scored · 80.6 allowed per game4-1 at home
- L62-83at Robert Morris ColonialsMar 7
- W98-85vs IU Indianapolis JaguarsMar 5
- L84-91at IU Indianapolis JaguarsMar 1
- W82-76vs Cleveland State VikingsFeb 28
- L76-80vs Northern Kentucky NorseFeb 22
- L68-79at Green Bay PhoenixFeb 16
- L80-88at Milwaukee PanthersFeb 15
- W91-73vs IU Indianapolis JaguarsFeb 9
- L64-87at Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsFeb 6
- W66-64vs Robert Morris ColonialsFeb 2
Franklin Grizzlies
1 game: 0-1Streak L160 scored · 87 allowed per game0-1 away
- L60-87at Ball State CardinalsNov 8
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 |
Box score
| Stat | Franklin Grizzlies | Wright State Raiders |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 14-45 | 35-71 |
| Field goal % | 31 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 4-15 | 7-20 |
| Three-point % | 27 | 35 |
| Free throws | 5-14 | 9-21 |
| Free throw % | 36 | 43 |
| Rebounds | 26 | 52 |
| Offensive rebounds | 4 | 20 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 32 |
| Assists | 9 | 27 |
| Steals | 10 | 19 |
| Blocks | 4 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 25 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 32 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 16 |
| Points in the paint | 16 | 52 |
| Fouls | 17 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 61 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half12-36Franklin made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jesse Faires.
- 1st Half12-38Ayden Davis made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 1st Half14-39Sam Alamutu made Free Throw.
- 1st Half16-39Franklin made Layup. Assisted by Dylan Beverly.
- 2nd Half16-40Michael Imariagbe made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half16-42Logan Woods made Layup. Assisted by Michael Cooper.
- 2nd Half16-43Michael Cooper made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half16-45Michael Imariagbe made Jumper. Assisted by Logan Woods.
- 2nd Half16-48Bryan Etumnu made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Michael Imariagbe.
- 2nd Half16-50Logan Woods made Layup. Assisted by TJ Burch.
- 2nd Half16-52Bryan Etumnu made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half16-54Michael Cooper made Layup.
- 2nd Half16-56Kellen Pickett made Layup. Assisted by TJ Burch.
- 2nd Half16-58Michael Cooper made Jumper.
- 2nd Half16-60Sam Alamutu made Dunk.
- 2nd Half16-62Kellen Pickett made Dunk.
- 2nd Half16-64Sam Alamutu made Dunk. Assisted by TJ Burch.
- 2nd Half18-64Nate Wilson made Jumper.
- 2nd Half18-66Andrea Holden made Dunk. Assisted by TJ Burch.
- 2nd Half18-68Michael Imariagbe made Layup. Assisted by Bryan Etumnu.
- 2nd Half18-70Dominic Pangonis made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half18-71Dominic Pangonis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half18-74Alex Bruskotter made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Bryan Etumnu.
- 2nd Half18-77Alex Bruskotter made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Logan Woods.
- 2nd Half21-77Jace Birney made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by David Streitmatter.
- 2nd Half21-79Alex Bruskotter made Jumper.
- 2nd Half21-82Alex Bruskotter made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Michael Cooper.
- 2nd Half23-82Justin Harrington made Layup. Assisted by Jesse Faires.
- 2nd Half23-84Ayden Davis made Layup. Assisted by Kellen Pickett.
- 2nd Half25-84Jesse Faires made Jumper.
- 2nd Half26-84Jesse Faires made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half27-84Jesse Faires made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half28-84Justin Harrington made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half31-84Justin Harrington made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kaden Temple.
- 2nd Half31-86Kellen Pickett made Layup. Assisted by Alex Bruskotter.
- 2nd Half34-86made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half37-86Bryson Seymour made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Luke Sims.
Win probability
Above the line favours Wright State Raiders, below favours Franklin Grizzlies.
Venue
- Nutter CenterDayton, OH
- Attendance2910
- OfficialsMike Pearson, John Washo, Ross Winter
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