NCAAB · Final

Kent State Edges Cleveland State in High-Scoring Affair

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Saturday, November 15, 2025, 1:00 PM ET · Colonial Hall

Kent State Golden Flashes 102, Cleveland State Vikings 95, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Kent State Golden Flashes vs Cleveland State Vikings?

Kent State Golden Flashes beat Cleveland State Vikings 102-95 at Colonial Hall on November 15, 2025.

In a thrilling matchup, the Kent State Golden Flashes defeated the Cleveland State Vikings 102-95 at Colonial Hall on November 15, 2025. This game showcased the offensive prowess of both teams, particularly Kent State, who improved their season record to 4-1, while Cleveland State fell to 1-4.

Kent State entered the game riding a two-game winning streak, having recently secured victories against UNC Wilmington and Cornell, scoring an impressive average of 85.2 points per game over their last ten outings. Their recent form has been strong, with a record of 6-4 in their last ten games. The Golden Flashes have been particularly effective at home, boasting a home record of 5-1, although they have struggled on the road with a 1-3 away record.

In contrast, Cleveland State has faced challenges this season, with a home record of 1-3 and an overall record of 1-4. They have averaged 70.7 points scored per game while allowing 75.3 points, indicating a need for improvement on the defensive end. Their recent form has seen them go 4-6 in their last ten games, with a current streak of one loss following a defeat against Northwestern.

The two teams had met previously in the current season, where Kent State emerged victorious with a score of 68-52 on November 24, 2024. This latest encounter continued the trend of Kent State's dominance in their head-to-head matchups, now leading the series 2-0.

In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but both teams were expected to field their strongest available lineups for this contest.

The betting market reflected Kent State's favorable position, with odds suggesting they were the favorites to win this matchup, although the specific odds were not disclosed in the block. The conditions in Colonial Hall were conducive to an exciting game, with a lively crowd supporting both teams.

As the game progressed, viewers witnessed a flurry of scoring, particularly in the second half. Key moments included a series of free throws from Jahari Williamson and Delrecco Gillespie, which helped Kent State maintain their lead in the closing minutes. The final scoring plays highlighted the Golden Flashes' ability to capitalize on free throw opportunities, sealing their victory as they consistently converted from the line.

Overall, this matchup highlighted the offensive capabilities of Kent State, who continue to build momentum as the season progresses, while Cleveland State will need to regroup and address their defensive shortcomings moving forward.

Leaders

PointsTre Beard27Cleveland State Vikings
AssistsTre Beard4Cleveland State Vikings
ReboundsDayan Nessah9Cleveland State Vikings
PointsDelrecco Gillespie30Kent State Golden Flashes
AssistsCian Medley8Kent State Golden Flashes
ReboundsDelrecco Gillespie13Kent State Golden Flashes

Recent form

Cleveland State Vikings

Last 10: 4-6Streak L170.7 scored · 75.3 allowed per game3-2 at home

L63-110at Northwestern WildcatsNov 11
W71-70vs Capital CrusadersNov 7
L88-91at Loyola Chicago RamblersNov 4
L54-56vs Youngstown State PenguinsMar 11
W68-63vs Northern Kentucky NorseMar 7
W68-57vs Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsMar 1
L76-82at Wright State RaidersFeb 28
L86-91at Oakland Golden GrizzliesFeb 23
W73-65at Detroit Mercy TitansFeb 22
L60-68vs Youngstown State PenguinsFeb 16

Kent State Golden Flashes

Last 10: 6-4Streak W285.2 scored · 80.4 allowed per game1-3 away

W86-77vs UNC Wilmington SeahawksNov 11
W110-102vs Cornell Big RedNov 8
L97-103vs Troy TrojansNov 4
L64-72at Miami (OH) RedHawksMar 14
W73-66vs Western Michigan BroncosMar 13
W76-70vs Eastern Michigan EaglesMar 8
W77-76at Western Michigan BroncosMar 5
L72-77at Akron ZipsMar 1
W105-65vs Toledo RocketsFeb 26
L92-96at Miami (OH) RedHawksFeb 22

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Miami (OH)	32-2	-	18-0
Akron	29-6	1	17-1
Kent State	24-10	4	14-4
Toledo	19-15	7	11-7
Bowling Green	18-14	9	9-9
Ohio	15-17	9	9-9
Buffalo	17-15	11	7-11
Massachusetts	17-16	11	7-11
Ball State	12-19	11	7-11
Central Michigan	10-21	12	6-12
Western Michigan	10-21	14	4-14
Eastern Michigan	10-21	14	4-14
Northern Illinois	9-21	10	4-14
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	Kent State Golden Flashes	Cleveland State Vikings
Field goals	31-59	28-60
Field goal %	53	47
Three-pointers	6-23	15-36
Three-point %	26	42
Free throws	34-46	24-30
Free throw %	74	80
Rebounds	31	36
Offensive rebounds	14	15
Defensive rebounds	17	21
Assists	17	18
Steals	7	4
Blocks	2	2
Turnovers	11	15
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	17	19
Fast-break points	6	10
Points in the paint	48	20
Fouls	22	33
Largest lead	8	8

How the scoring went

2nd Half71-68Kamari Jones made Free Throw.
2nd Half73-68Delrecco Gillespie made Layup. Assisted by Cian Medley.
2nd Half73-69Dayan Nessah made Free Throw.
2nd Half73-70Dayan Nessah made Free Throw.
2nd Half75-70Rob Whaley Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Delrecco Gillespie.
2nd Half76-70Delrecco Gillespie made Free Throw.
2nd Half76-73Ivan Spirov made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dayan Nessah.
2nd Half76-75Dayan Nessah made Dunk. Assisted by Tre Beard.
2nd Half78-75Rob Whaley Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Delrecco Gillespie.
2nd Half78-78Tre Beard made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dayan Nessah.
2nd Half79-78Cian Medley made Free Throw.
2nd Half80-78Cian Medley made Free Throw.
2nd Half80-79Tre Beard made Free Throw.
2nd Half80-80Tre Beard made Free Throw.
2nd Half82-80Rob Whaley Jr. made Layup.
2nd Half84-80Rob Whaley Jr. made Jumper.
2nd Half86-80Delrecco Gillespie made Layup.
2nd Half86-81Dayan Nessah made Free Throw.
2nd Half86-82Dayan Nessah made Free Throw.
2nd Half88-82Delrecco Gillespie made Layup. Assisted by Rob Whaley Jr..
2nd Half88-85Tre Beard made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Josiah Harris.
2nd Half90-85Delrecco Gillespie made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half90-86Tre Beard made Free Throw.
2nd Half90-87Tre Beard made Free Throw.
2nd Half92-87Delrecco Gillespie made Layup. Assisted by Cian Medley.
2nd Half92-88Dayan Nessah made Free Throw.
2nd Half92-89Dayan Nessah made Free Throw.
2nd Half93-89Morgan Safford made Free Throw.
2nd Half94-89Rob Whaley Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half95-89Rob Whaley Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half95-91Tre Beard made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half96-91Jahari Williamson made Free Throw.
2nd Half97-91Jahari Williamson made Free Throw.
2nd Half97-92Dayan Nessah made Free Throw.
2nd Half98-92Delrecco Gillespie made Free Throw.
2nd Half99-92Delrecco Gillespie made Free Throw.
2nd Half100-92Cian Medley made Free Throw.
2nd Half100-95Kamari Jones made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half101-95Jahari Williamson made Free Throw.
2nd Half102-95Jahari Williamson made Free Throw.

Win probability

Above the line favours Cleveland State Vikings, below favours Kent State Golden Flashes.