NCAAB · Final

Ball State Defeats Louisiana in Season Opener

Monday, November 3, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Worthen Arena

Ball State Cardinals 75, Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns 64, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns vs Ball State Cardinals?

Ball State Cardinals beat Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns 75-64 at Worthen Arena on November 3, 2025.

In a decisive matchup, the Ball State Cardinals secured a 75-64 victory over the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns at Worthen Arena. This game marked the season opener for both teams, with Ball State starting strong with a record of 1-0, while Louisiana fell to 0-1. The Cardinals' recent form has been a mixed bag, with a record of 4-6 over their last ten games, including a four-game losing streak leading into this contest. They averaged 73.8 points scored per game while allowing 75.3 points during that stretch.

In contrast, Louisiana entered the game with a more balanced recent record of 5-5 in their last ten outings, but they were also looking to bounce back after a loss in their previous game against Old Dominion. The Ragin' Cajuns averaged 64.5 points scored and allowed 70.2 points in their last ten games, indicating a struggle on the offensive end.

At home, Ball State had a record of 4-2 in their last six games, while Louisiana's away performance was less impressive, with a 0-4 record in their last four games on the road. This home advantage likely played a role in the Cardinals' performance.

The matchup was particularly interesting given the teams' recent head-to-head history, with Ball State looking to establish dominance in this season opener. The injury report was not mentioned, suggesting both teams were at full strength for this contest.

As for the betting market, the odds from the provider indicated a home win probability of 0.636 for Ball State, reflecting a solid expectation for their performance in front of their home crowd. The conditions in Worthen Arena appeared favorable for the Cardinals, contributing to their strong showing.

Throughout the game, viewers witnessed critical scoring plays that highlighted Ball State's ability to maintain control. Elmore James IV made several free throws in the second half, contributing to the Cardinals' lead as they pulled away from Louisiana. The Ragin' Cajuns attempted to keep pace, with De'Vion Lavergne making a layup and a free throw, but ultimately could not close the gap.

Overall, Ball State's victory sets a positive tone for their season, while Louisiana will need to regroup and address their offensive challenges moving forward.

Leaders

PointsDavion Hill16Ball State Cardinals
AssistsArmoni Zeigler5Ball State Cardinals
ReboundsDavion Hill8Ball State Cardinals
PointsJamyron Keller21Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns
AssistsJamyron Keller4Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns
ReboundsJaxon Olvera6Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns

Recent form

Ball State Cardinals

Last 10: 4-6Streak L473.8 scored · 75.3 allowed per game4-2 at home

L66-79at Miami (OH) RedHawksMar 7
L67-69vs Central Michigan ChippewasMar 5
L52-61at Bowling Green FalconsMar 1
L82-87vs Akron ZipsFeb 26
W80-66vs Buffalo BullsFeb 22
L66-67at Toledo RocketsFeb 19
W89-83vs Northern Illinois HuskiesFeb 15
W86-84vs Eastern Michigan EaglesFeb 12
W77-76vs Southern Miss Golden EaglesFeb 8
L73-81at Akron ZipsFeb 5

Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns

Last 10: 5-5Streak L164.5 scored · 70.2 allowed per game3-3 away

L49-67at Old Dominion MonarchsMar 6
W73-69vs UL Monroe WarhawksMar 5
L42-65at South Alabama JaguarsMar 1
L64-83vs Arkansas State Red WolvesFeb 27
W62-60at Southern Miss Golden EaglesFeb 23
W72-69at Troy TrojansFeb 21
W79-68vs Marshall Thundering HerdFeb 16
L56-74vs Troy TrojansFeb 13
W66-64at Northern Illinois HuskiesFeb 8
L82-83at Georgia Southern EaglesFeb 6

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Troy	22-12	-	12-6
South Alabama	21-12	1	11-7
Arkansas State	20-12	1	11-7
Texas State	19-13	1	11-7
Marshall	19-13	1	11-7
Coastal Carolina	19-13	1	11-7
App State	19-13	1	11-7
James Madison	18-15	3	9-9
Southern Miss	19-16	3	9-9
Georgia Southern	21-16	4	8-10
Old Dominion	12-21	5	7-11
Louisiana	11-22	5	7-11
Georgia State	10-22	5	7-11
UL Monroe	4-28	11	1-17
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

Box score

Stat	Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns	Ball State Cardinals
Field goals	25-59	24-46
Field goal %	42	52
Three-pointers	9-28	8-15
Three-point %	32	53
Free throws	5-9	19-28
Free throw %	56	68
Rebounds	29	34
Offensive rebounds	9	8
Defensive rebounds	20	26
Assists	13	15
Steals	6	6
Blocks	4	2
Turnovers	12	11
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	11	11
Fast-break points	4	6
Points in the paint	24	32
Fouls	23	12
Largest lead	4	12

How the scoring went

2nd Half34-34Jaxon Olvera made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dorian Finister.
2nd Half34-36Davion Hill made Layup. Assisted by Juwan Maxey.
2nd Half37-36Jaxon Olvera made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by De'Vion Lavergne.
2nd Half37-39Juwan Maxey made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Armoni Zeigler.
2nd Half39-39Jaxon Olvera made Jumper.
2nd Half39-41Armoni Zeigler made Layup.
2nd Half39-42Armoni Zeigler made Free Throw.
2nd Half41-42Jamyron Keller made Jumper.
2nd Half41-43Armoni Zeigler made Free Throw.
2nd Half41-44Armoni Zeigler made Free Throw.
2nd Half44-44Jamyron Keller made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by De'Vion Lavergne.
2nd Half44-46Davion Hill made Jumper.
2nd Half46-46Joshua Lewis made Jumper.
2nd Half46-48Davion Hill made Layup.
2nd Half48-48Kyran Ratliff made Layup. Assisted by Jamyron Keller.
2nd Half48-50Kayden Fish made Layup. Assisted by Davion Hill.
2nd Half48-52Kayden Fish made Jumper. Assisted by Armoni Zeigler.
2nd Half48-54Armoni Zeigler made Layup. Assisted by Juwan Maxey.
2nd Half51-54Jamyron Keller made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half51-55Cam Denson made Free Throw.
2nd Half51-56Cam Denson made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-56Todd Jones Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Jamyron Keller.
2nd Half53-58Armoni Zeigler made Layup.
2nd Half56-58Jamyron Keller made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dorian Finister.
2nd Half56-60Cam Denson made Layup. Assisted by Davion Hill.
2nd Half56-61Cam Denson made Free Throw.
2nd Half56-64Mason Jones made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Davion Hill.
2nd Half58-64Jamyron Keller made Jumper.
2nd Half58-67Juwan Maxey made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Davion Hill.
2nd Half58-69Armoni Zeigler made Jumper. Assisted by Cam Denson.
2nd Half60-69Jamyron Keller made Layup.
2nd Half61-69Jamyron Keller made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-70Elmore James IV made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-71Elmore James IV made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-72Elmore James IV made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-73Elmore James IV made Free Throw.
2nd Half63-73De'Vion Lavergne made Layup.
2nd Half64-73De'Vion Lavergne made Free Throw.
2nd Half64-74Devon Barnes made Free Throw.
2nd Half64-75Devon Barnes made Free Throw.

Win probability

Above the line favours Ball State Cardinals, below favours Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns.