Purdue Fort Wayne Dominates Holy Cross in 92-59 Victory
Friday, November 28, 2025, 2:00 PM ET · Hilliard Gates Sports Center
Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons 92, Holy Cross (IN) Saints 59, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Holy Cross (IN) Saints vs Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons?
Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons beat Holy Cross (IN) Saints 92-59 at Hilliard Gates Sports Center on November 28, 2025.
In a commanding performance, the Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons defeated the Holy Cross (IN) Saints 92-59 at the Hilliard Gates Sports Center. This victory marks a significant boost for the Mastodons, who have struggled recently but managed to secure a win in their last outing against Chicago State on November 26, where they scored 90 points. The Mastodons now hold a home record of 4-5, with a current form of 3-7 over their last ten games, and they are on a one-game winning streak.
The Mastodons showcased their offensive prowess throughout the game, averaging 81.6 points scored per game this season, while allowing 78.4 points. Their recent form indicates an ability to score, with an average of 83.2 points in their last five games, despite allowing 80.8 points. In contrast, the Holy Cross Saints have struggled significantly, suffering a heavy defeat in their last game against Northern Illinois, where they scored only 37 points while allowing 105. Their overall away record stands at 0-1, and they have not won a game this season, with a scoring average of just 37.0 points over their last outing.
Historically, the Mastodons have performed well at home, boasting a perfect 3-0 record in their last three home games. This home advantage was evident in their strong start against the Saints, as they quickly established control of the game. The Saints, on the other hand, have faced challenges away from home, struggling to find their rhythm and consistently falling short on the scoreboard.
The scoring plays reflected the Mastodons' dominance, with multiple players contributing to the scoreline. Notable moments included Ebrahim Kaba's contributions, who assisted in key plays, including a three-point jumper that extended the lead to 89-59. The Mastodons effectively utilized their home court to create scoring opportunities and maintain pressure on the Saints throughout the match.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any current issues affecting either team, suggesting both sides were at full strength for this matchup. The market had priced the Mastodons as heavy favorites, with a home win probability of 1.0, reflecting their strong performance and the Saints' recent struggles.
Conditions during the game appeared favorable for the Mastodons, who thrived in their home environment. Fans witnessed a high-scoring affair, with the Mastodons demonstrating a potent offense that overwhelmed the Saints. For viewers, the key takeaways include the Mastodons' ability to score in bunches and their defensive efforts that limited the Saints to just 59 points, showcasing a well-rounded team performance.
Overall, this fixture highlighted the Mastodons' potential to bounce back from a challenging start to the season, while the Saints will need to regroup and address their offensive woes moving forward.
Leaders
- PointsDeAndre Craig Jr.18Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons
- AssistsMikale Stevenson3Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons
- ReboundsCorey Hadnot II8Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons
- PointsJayden Sanders12Holy Cross (IN) Saints
- AssistsAJ Roseman4Holy Cross (IN) Saints
- ReboundsAJ Roseman8Holy Cross (IN) Saints
Recent form
Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons
Last 10: 3-7Streak W181.6 scored · 78.4 allowed per game3-0 at home
- W90-77vs Chicago State CougarsNov 26
- L60-91at Saint Louis BillikensNov 22
- L77-85at Utah UtesNov 19
- W118-68vs Boyce BulldogsNov 15
- L71-83at Western Michigan BroncosNov 13
- W137-56vs Dominican (IL) DominicanNov 9
- L68-94at Ohio State BuckeyesNov 7
- L71-90at Grand Canyon LopesNov 4
- L67-72at Youngstown State PenguinsMar 7
- L57-68at Cleveland State VikingsMar 1
Holy Cross (IN) Saints
1 game: 0-1Streak L137 scored · 105 allowed per game0-1 away
- L37-105at Northern Illinois HuskiesNov 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 | Holy Cross (IN) Saints | Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-70 | 37-67 |
| Field goal % | 36 | 55 |
| Three-pointers | 4-23 | 13-30 |
| Three-point % | 17 | 43 |
| Free throws | 5-7 | 5-6 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 83 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 41 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 33 |
| Assists | 11 | 15 |
| Steals | 6 | 8 |
| Blocks | 2 | 8 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 3 | 14 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 44 |
| Fouls | 12 | 10 |
| Largest lead | 1 | 33 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half25-44EJ Mosley made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Deangelo Elisee.
- 1st Half25-46Corey Hadnot II made Dunk. Assisted by Mikale Stevenson.
- 1st Half25-48Mikale Stevenson made Layup.
- 1st Half25-50Yuval Levin made Layup.
- 1st Half25-52Corey Hadnot II made Dunk. Assisted by Yuval Levin.
- 1st Half27-52Jayden Sanders made Layup.
- 2nd Half27-54Corey Hadnot II made Layup.
- 2nd Half29-54Davide Brembilla made Layup. Assisted by Jayden Sanders.
- 2nd Half29-57Maximus Nelson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Corey Hadnot II.
- 2nd Half29-58Mikale Stevenson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half29-59Mikale Stevenson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half31-59Jayden Sanders made Layup. Assisted by Donovan Mukes.
- 2nd Half31-61DeAndre Craig Jr. made Jumper.
- 2nd Half34-61Donovan Waleskowski made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jayden Sanders.
- 2nd Half34-63Darius Duffy made Layup.
- 2nd Half37-63Donovan Mukes made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by AJ Roseman.
- 2nd Half37-66Ebrahim Kaba made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mason Shrout.
- 2nd Half37-68Chris Morgan made Jumper.
- 2nd Half39-68AJ Roseman made Layup.
- 2nd Half39-71DeAndre Craig Jr. made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half42-71Joey Garwood made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Donovan Mukes.
- 2nd Half42-73DeAndre Craig Jr. made Jumper.
- 2nd Half44-73Joey Garwood made Jumper.
- 2nd Half44-75Yuval Levin made Layup. Assisted by EJ Mosley.
- 2nd Half46-75Joey Garwood made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half48-75Donovan Mukes made Jumper.
- 2nd Half48-78Maximus Nelson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by DeAndre Craig Jr..
- 2nd Half49-78Karl Birgisson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-78Donovan Waleskowski made Layup. Assisted by Donovan Mukes.
- 2nd Half51-80Yuval Levin made Layup.
- 2nd Half53-80Davide Brembilla made Layup.
- 2nd Half53-81DeAndre Craig Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-82DeAndre Craig Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-82Joey Garwood made Jumper.
- 2nd Half55-84Ebrahim Kaba made Jumper.
- 2nd Half57-84Joe Kelly made Layup. Assisted by Donovan Waleskowski.
- 2nd Half57-86EJ Mosley made Layup.
- 2nd Half59-86AJ Roseman made Layup.
- 2nd Half59-89Yuval Levin made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ebrahim Kaba.
- 2nd Half59-92EJ Mosley made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ebrahim Kaba.
Win probability
Above the line favours Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons, below favours Holy Cross (IN) Saints.
Venue
- Hilliard Gates Sports CenterFort Wayne, IN
- Attendance967
- OfficialsGerald Williams, Chad Barlow, Geoff Vejsicky
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