Indiana State Sycamores Defeat SIU Edwardsville Cougars
Monday, November 10, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · First Community Arena
Indiana State Sycamores 64, SIU Edwardsville Cougars 55, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Indiana State Sycamores vs SIU Edwardsville Cougars?
Indiana State Sycamores beat SIU Edwardsville Cougars 64-55 at First Community Arena on November 10, 2025.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Indiana State Sycamores emerged victorious against the SIU Edwardsville Cougars with a final score of 64-55. This game took place at the First Community Arena on November 11, 2025, and showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, each entering the game with a record of 2-1.
The Cougars entered the game on a five-game winning streak, boasting a recent record of 7-3 over their last ten games. They had been averaging 78.0 points scored per game while allowing 66.7 points to their opponents. Their last outing was a solid victory against the UTSA Roadrunners, where they won 77-60. At home, the Cougars had a record of 4-2, indicating a strong performance in familiar surroundings.
On the other hand, the Sycamores had a more challenging recent stretch, holding a record of 3-7 in their last ten games, but they managed to snap a losing streak with a recent win against Illinois Tech, where they scored 104 points in a 104-73 victory. Despite their struggles, they averaged 82.3 points scored per game while allowing 81.8 points, suggesting a propensity for high-scoring affairs. Notably, the Sycamores had yet to secure a win on the road this season, with an away record of 0-6, which added an extra layer of intrigue to this matchup.
In their previous meeting on November 13, 2024, the Sycamores had edged out the Cougars with a narrow 77-72 victory, giving Indiana State a psychological advantage heading into this game. The Cougars were looking to even the score, but the Sycamores' recent form seemed to suggest they had the upper hand.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the absence of key players can often impact team dynamics and performance. Both teams would have been keen to field their best lineups to secure a crucial win early in the season.
The market had priced the odds for this matchup, reflecting the competitive nature of both teams. However, the block did not specify the exact odds attributed to any betting provider. Given the recent form of both teams, it was anticipated that the game would be closely contested.
Conditions at the First Community Arena were conducive to a good game of basketball, with fans eager to support their home team. The atmosphere was charged with excitement as the Cougars aimed to leverage their home-court advantage against the Sycamores.
As the game unfolded, the Sycamores took control in the second half, showcasing their ability to execute under pressure. Key moments included free throws from Xavier Hall and Jayan Walker, who contributed crucial points that extended Indiana State's lead. The Cougars fought hard, but ultimately, they could not overcome the Sycamores' late-game execution.
The final score reflected the Sycamores' resilience and ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities, particularly in the latter stages of the game. With this victory, Indiana State improved their record to 3-1, while SIU Edwardsville fell to 2-2. This matchup highlighted the competitive landscape of NCAAB basketball, setting the stage for both teams as they continue their seasons.
Leaders
- PointsRing Malith15SIU Edwardsville Cougars
- AssistsRing Malith3SIU Edwardsville Cougars
- ReboundsJordan Pickett7SIU Edwardsville Cougars
- PointsCamp Wagner16Indiana State Sycamores
- AssistsXavier Hall4Indiana State Sycamores
- ReboundsIan Scott13Indiana State Sycamores
Recent form
SIU Edwardsville Cougars
Last 10: 7-3Streak W578 scored · 66.7 allowed per game4-2 at home
- W77-60at UTSA RoadrunnersNov 7
- W119-50vs East West PhantomsNov 5
- W69-48at Southeast Missouri State RedhawksMar 9
- W71-69vs Tennessee State TigersMar 8
- W73-65vs Little Rock TrojansMar 1
- L68-83vs Southeast Missouri State RedhawksFeb 28
- L68-82at Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesFeb 23
- W80-62at Morehead State EaglesFeb 21
- W84-72vs Tennessee State TigersFeb 15
- L71-76vs UT Martin SkyhawksFeb 14
Indiana State Sycamores
Last 10: 3-7Streak W182.3 scored · 81.8 allowed per game0-6 away
- W104-73vs Illinois Tech Scarlet HawksNov 7
- L76-92at Charlotte 49ersNov 4
- L85-86at Southern Illinois SalukisMar 6
- W95-77vs Southern Illinois SalukisMar 2
- L75-85at Murray State RacersFeb 26
- L75-77at Belmont BruinsFeb 22
- L74-79vs Evansville Purple AcesFeb 20
- W85-76vs Illinois State RedbirdsFeb 15
- L73-88at Northern Iowa PanthersFeb 12
- L81-85at Drake BulldogsFeb 8
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 |
| Tennessee State | 23-10 | - | 15-5 |
| Morehead State | 20-13 | - | 15-5 |
| Southeast Missouri State | 20-13 | 1 | 14-6 |
| UT Martin | 22-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| SIU Edwardsville | 19-13 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Lindenwood | 18-15 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Little Rock | 12-20 | 6 | 9-11 |
| Tennessee Tech | 13-18 | 6 | 8-12 |
| Eastern Illinois | 13-20 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Southern Indiana | 7-23 | 11 | 4-16 |
| Western Illinois | 5-26 | 14 | 1-19 |
Box score
| Stat | Indiana State Sycamores | SIU Edwardsville Cougars |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-60 | 22-64 |
| Field goal % | 37 | 34 |
| Three-pointers | 7-30 | 3-15 |
| Three-point % | 23 | 20 |
| Free throws | 13-17 | 8-13 |
| Free throw % | 76 | 62 |
| Rebounds | 43 | 40 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 26 |
| Assists | 12 | 8 |
| Steals | 8 | 11 |
| Blocks | 3 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 3 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 24 |
| Fouls | 14 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 13 | 2 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half30-22Ring Malith made Free Throw.
- 1st Half30-25Kyle Thomas made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jack Campion.
- 1st Half30-27Kyle Thomas made Jumper. Assisted by Ring Malith.
- 1st Half30-28Jack Campion made Free Throw.
- 1st Half30-30Myles Thompson made Jumper. Assisted by Jack Campion.
- 1st Half30-32Jack Campion made Layup.
- 1st Half32-32Jayan Walker made Jumper.
- 2nd Half34-32Ian Scott made Layup. Assisted by Derek Vorst.
- 2nd Half34-34Ring Malith made Jumper.
- 2nd Half34-36Ring Malith made Jumper.
- 2nd Half36-36Derek Vorst made Jumper. Assisted by Xavier Hall.
- 2nd Half39-36Camp Wagner made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half41-36Ian Scott made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half41-37Ring Malith made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-37Camp Wagner made Layup.
- 2nd Half43-39Jack Campion made Layup.
- 2nd Half46-39Sterling Young made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Markus Harding.
- 2nd Half47-39Sterling Young made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-39Sterling Young made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-39Xavier Hall made Layup.
- 2nd Half50-41CJ Hall made Jumper.
- 2nd Half52-41Markus Harding made Layup. Assisted by Xavier Hall.
- 2nd Half52-43Jo Valrie made Dunk. Assisted by CJ Hall.
- 2nd Half54-43Markus Harding made Layup. Assisted by Xavier Hall.
- 2nd Half54-44Ring Malith made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-47Kyle Thomas made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ring Malith.
- 2nd Half54-49Ring Malith made Layup. Assisted by Jack Campion.
- 2nd Half56-49Markus Harding made Layup. Assisted by Xavier Hall.
- 2nd Half57-49Camp Wagner made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-49Camp Wagner made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-51Jack Campion made Layup. Assisted by Jo Valrie.
- 2nd Half58-52Jack Campion made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-54Ring Malith made Layup.
- 2nd Half59-54Xavier Hall made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-54Xavier Hall made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-55Jo Valrie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-55Xavier Hall made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-55Xavier Hall made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-55Jayan Walker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-55Jayan Walker made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours SIU Edwardsville Cougars, below favours Indiana State Sycamores.
Venue
- First Community ArenaEdwardsville, IL
- Attendance2482
- OfficialsKevin Mathis, Eric Lowe, Steve Divine
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