Indiana Hoosiers Defeat Incarnate Word Cardinals 69-61
Sunday, November 16, 2025, 5:30 PM ET · Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall
Indiana Hoosiers 69, Incarnate Word Cardinals 61, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Incarnate Word Cardinals vs Indiana Hoosiers?
Indiana Hoosiers beat Incarnate Word Cardinals 69-61 at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall on November 16, 2025.
The Indiana Hoosiers secured a victory against the Incarnate Word Cardinals with a final score of 69-61 at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. This win extends Indiana's home record to 5-1, while the Cardinals' away record falls to 3-3.
Indiana entered the game with a strong recent form, boasting a record of 7-3 over their last ten games, including a three-game winning streak. The Hoosiers averaged 79.0 points per game while allowing 67.3 points during this stretch. Their last five games showed an impressive scoring average of 84.8 points, indicating a potent offense. In their previous matchup on November 13, they defeated the Milwaukee Panthers decisively with a score of 101-70.
On the other hand, the Incarnate Word Cardinals also had a decent record of 7-3 in their last ten games, with a two-game winning streak leading into this contest. They averaged 75.2 points scored and allowed 69.2 points during this period. Their last five games saw them scoring an average of 83.6 points, showcasing their offensive capabilities. Their most recent victory came against the Southwestern Christian Eagles, where they won 109-70 on November 11.
In terms of home versus away performance, Indiana has been particularly strong at home, maintaining an undefeated record of 4-0 this season prior to the game against Incarnate Word. Conversely, the Cardinals have struggled on the road, with a 2-2 record before this matchup.
The two teams had not faced each other in recent history, making this game a fresh encounter. The absence of injuries was noted, allowing both teams to field their full rosters.
Leading up to the game, the market had Indiana favored with a home win probability of 1.0, indicating strong confidence in their ability to secure the win. This was reflected in the betting lines provided by the market.
The game conditions were favorable for both teams, with no significant weather or venue-related issues reported. Viewers were treated to a competitive matchup, with Indiana's scoring plays highlighting their ability to maintain a lead in the second half. Key moments included a three-point jumper by Jordan Pyke and crucial free throws by Lamar Wilkerson, which helped solidify Indiana's advantage as the game progressed.
As the game unfolded, the Hoosiers demonstrated their resilience and offensive prowess, ultimately leading to their victory over the Cardinals.
Leaders
- PointsSam Alexis16Indiana Hoosiers
- AssistsTayton Conerway7Indiana Hoosiers
- ReboundsSam Alexis8Indiana Hoosiers
- PointsTahj Staveskie17Incarnate Word Cardinals
- AssistsTahj Staveskie5Incarnate Word Cardinals
- ReboundsMarcus Glover5Incarnate Word Cardinals
Recent form
Indiana Hoosiers
Last 10: 7-3Streak W379 scored · 67.3 allowed per game5-1 at home
- W101-70vs Milwaukee PanthersNov 13
- W100-77at Marquette Golden EaglesNov 9
- W98-51vs Alabama A&M BulldogsNov 6
- L59-72at Oregon DucksMar 13
- W66-60vs Ohio State BuckeyesMar 8
- L64-73at Oregon DucksMar 5
- W78-62at Washington HuskiesMar 1
- W83-78vs Penn State Nittany LionsFeb 27
- W73-58vs Purdue BoilermakersFeb 23
- L68-72vs UCLA BruinsFeb 15
Incarnate Word Cardinals
Last 10: 7-3Streak W275.2 scored · 69.2 allowed per game3-3 away
- W109-70vs Southwestern Christian U EaglesNov 11
- W104-60vs Jarvis Christian BulldogsNov 7
- L64-98at Colorado State RamsNov 4
- L70-74at Nicholls ColonelsMar 11
- W71-67at SE Louisiana LionsMar 10
- L57-73at Northwestern State DemonsMar 4
- W75-68at East Texas A&M LionsMar 1
- W73-61vs Lamar CardinalsFeb 25
- W63-61vs Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksFeb 22
- W66-60at UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosFeb 18
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen F. Austin | 28-6 | - | 20-2 |
| McNeese | 28-6 | 1 | 19-3 |
| UT Rio Grande Valley | 19-14 | 6 | 14-8 |
| Texas A&M-Corpus Christi | 18-15 | 7 | 13-9 |
| LSU New Orleans | 15-18 | 8 | 12-10 |
| Nicholls | 14-19 | 8 | 12-10 |
| Houston Christian | 12-20 | 12 | 8-14 |
| Northwestern State | 10-22 | 12 | 8-14 |
| Incarnate Word | 12-19 | 13 | 7-15 |
| Lamar | 12-19 | 13 | 7-15 |
| East Texas A&M | 11-21 | 14 | 6-16 |
| SE Louisiana | 9-22 | 14 | 6-16 |
| Michigan | 37-3 | - | 19-1 |
| Nebraska | 28-7 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Michigan State | 27-8 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Illinois | 28-9 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Wisconsin | 24-11 | 5 | 14-6 |
| Purdue | 30-9 | 6 | 13-7 |
| UCLA | 24-12 | 6 | 13-7 |
| Ohio State | 21-13 | 7 | 12-8 |
| Iowa | 24-13 | 9 | 10-10 |
| Indiana | 18-14 | 10 | 9-11 |
| Minnesota | 15-18 | 11 | 8-12 |
| USC | 18-14 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Washington | 16-17 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Rutgers | 14-20 | 13 | 6-14 |
| Northwestern | 15-19 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Oregon | 12-20 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Maryland | 12-21 | 15 | 4-16 |
| Penn State | 12-20 | 16 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Incarnate Word Cardinals | Indiana Hoosiers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-60 | 23-53 |
| Field goal % | 38 | 43 |
| Three-pointers | 8-21 | 5-24 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 21 |
| Free throws | 7-9 | 18-26 |
| Free throw % | 78 | 69 |
| Rebounds | 29 | 42 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 30 |
| Assists | 10 | 18 |
| Steals | 4 | 4 |
| Blocks | 2 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 36 |
| Fouls | 21 | 10 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 19 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half21-37Conor Enright made Layup. Assisted by Reed Bailey.
- 2nd Half21-39Reed Bailey made Dunk. Assisted by Tucker DeVries.
- 2nd Half24-39Davion Bailey made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tahj Staveskie.
- 2nd Half24-41Reed Bailey made Layup. Assisted by Tucker DeVries.
- 2nd Half26-41Davion Bailey made Jumper. Assisted by Tahj Staveskie.
- 2nd Half28-41Harold Woods made Layup.
- 2nd Half28-44Trent Sisley made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tayton Conerway.
- 2nd Half28-45Tayton Conerway made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half28-46Tayton Conerway made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half29-46Marcus Glover made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half29-47Tucker DeVries made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half29-48Tucker DeVries made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half31-48Jordan Pyke made Jumper.
- 2nd Half33-48Tahj Staveskie made Layup.
- 2nd Half33-50Conor Enright made Layup.
- 2nd Half36-50Harrison Reede made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jordan Pyke.
- 2nd Half36-52Lamar Wilkerson made Layup. Assisted by Reed Bailey.
- 2nd Half39-52Harrison Reede made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Davion Bailey.
- 2nd Half40-52Harrison Reede made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-53Reed Bailey made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-53Harold Woods made Layup. Assisted by Davion Bailey.
- 2nd Half45-53Tahj Staveskie made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Marcus Glover.
- 2nd Half45-54Lamar Wilkerson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-54Davion Bailey made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tahj Staveskie.
- 2nd Half48-55Tayton Conerway made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-57Sam Alexis made Dunk. Assisted by Tayton Conerway.
- 2nd Half50-57Tahj Staveskie made Jumper.
- 2nd Half50-59Tayton Conerway made Layup.
- 2nd Half52-59Tahj Staveskie made Jumper.
- 2nd Half52-61Tucker DeVries made Jumper. Assisted by Conor Enright.
- 2nd Half54-61Tahj Staveskie made Jumper.
- 2nd Half54-64Tucker DeVries made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Sam Alexis.
- 2nd Half57-64Jordan Pyke made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tahj Staveskie.
- 2nd Half59-64Tahj Staveskie made Jumper.
- 2nd Half59-65Lamar Wilkerson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-66Lamar Wilkerson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-66Jordan Pyke made Layup.
- 2nd Half61-67Sam Alexis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-68Lamar Wilkerson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-69Lamar Wilkerson made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Indiana Hoosiers, below favours Incarnate Word Cardinals.
Venue
- Simon Skjodt Assembly HallBloomington, IN
- Attendance17222
- OfficialsD.J. Carstensen, Nate Harris, Jason Phillips
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