Indiana State Defeats Louisiana Tech 60-51 at Home
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Hulman Center
Indiana State Sycamores 60, Louisiana Tech Bulldogs 51, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs Indiana State Sycamores?
Indiana State Sycamores beat Louisiana Tech Bulldogs 60-51 at Hulman Center on November 19, 2025.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Indiana State Sycamores emerged victorious against the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs with a final score of 60-51 at the Hulman Center. This win marks a significant moment for the Sycamores, who have struggled in recent games, showcasing their ability to perform at home despite their overall record of 3-2 this season. The victory also reflects Indiana State's resilience, as they had previously lost to Louisiana Tech in their last meeting, which took place on November 27, 2025, where they fell short with a score of 73-75.
Indiana State's recent form has been challenging, with a record of 2-8 in their last ten games, and they are currently on a one-game losing streak. They have averaged 69.4 points scored per game while allowing 72.9 points. In their last five games, the Sycamores managed to win only once, scoring an average of 65.2 points and allowing 72.0 points. Their home record stands at 1-4, indicating that they have faced difficulties in securing wins at the Hulman Center before this matchup.
On the other hand, Louisiana Tech has had a mixed performance recently, holding a record of 6-4 in their last ten games, although they are also on a one-game losing streak. The Bulldogs have averaged 71.0 points scored per game and allowed 67.5 points. Their last five games show a more favorable trend, with four wins and an average of 73.2 points scored while allowing only 63.0 points. Louisiana Tech's away record is 2-2, demonstrating they have been competitive on the road, but they could not capitalize against Indiana State in this matchup.
The game unfolded with Indiana State taking control early, leading to a strong defensive performance that limited Louisiana Tech's scoring opportunities. The Sycamores' ability to maintain pressure and execute plays effectively was crucial in their victory. Notably, the scoring plays in the second half included several free throws from Ian Scott and Camp Wagner, which helped solidify their lead as the game progressed. The final moments saw Indiana State extend their lead with successful free throws, culminating in a score of 60-51.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but both teams had to navigate their respective challenges throughout the game. The absence of key players can often impact team dynamics, but no such information was mentioned.
The market had set the odds for this matchup, indicating a strong probability of a home win for Indiana State, with their final home win probability at 1.0. This reflects the confidence in the Sycamores' ability to perform well at home, which they validated with this victory.
Conditions during the game appeared favorable for basketball, with no adverse weather or other external factors reported that could have influenced play. The atmosphere in the Hulman Center was likely charged, contributing to Indiana State's performance as they capitalized on their home court advantage.
Viewers should have noted the disciplined defensive strategy employed by Indiana State, which was pivotal in limiting Louisiana Tech's scoring. The Sycamores' ability to draw fouls and convert free throws was also a key factor in their win, showcasing their proficiency in capitalizing on opportunities at the charity stripe. Overall, this game not only highlights Indiana State's potential to bounce back but also sets the stage for future matchups as both teams continue their seasons.
Leaders
- PointsCamp Wagner16Indiana State Sycamores
- AssistsXavier Hall9Indiana State Sycamores
- ReboundsIan Scott12Indiana State Sycamores
- PointsScooter Williams23Louisiana Tech Bulldogs
- AssistsScooter Williams1Louisiana Tech Bulldogs
- ReboundsScooter Williams11Louisiana Tech Bulldogs
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Indiana State Sycamores
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Louisiana Tech Bulldogs
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Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty | 26-8 | - | 17-3 |
| Sam Houston | 22-12 | 4 | 13-7 |
| Louisiana Tech | 20-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Western Kentucky | 18-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Middle Tennessee | 17-15 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Kennesaw State | 21-14 | 7 | 10-10 |
| Jacksonville State | 15-17 | 7 | 10-10 |
| New Mexico State | 16-16 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Missouri State | 16-18 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Florida International | 15-17 | 9 | 8-12 |
| UTEP | 11-20 | 8 | 7-13 |
| Delaware | 10-21 | 11 | 6-14 |
| 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 |
Box score
| Stat | Louisiana Tech Bulldogs | Indiana State Sycamores |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 19-66 | 20-60 |
| Field goal % | 29 | 33 |
| Three-pointers | 2-16 | 11-38 |
| Three-point % | 13 | 29 |
| Free throws | 11-20 | 9-12 |
| Free throw % | 55 | 75 |
| Rebounds | 50 | 44 |
| Offensive rebounds | 15 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 35 | 37 |
| Assists | 2 | 15 |
| Steals | 7 | 4 |
| Blocks | 6 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 18 |
| Fouls | 18 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 1 | 10 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half18-26Ian Scott made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Xavier Hall.
- 1st Half20-26Scooter Williams made Jumper.
- 1st Half21-26Jaylen Fenner made Free Throw.
- 1st Half21-28Markus Harding made Layup. Assisted by Xavier Hall.
- 1st Half21-30Ian Scott made Layup. Assisted by Sterling Young.
- 1st Half23-30Jaylen Fenner made Layup. Assisted by Scooter Williams.
- 1st Half25-30Melian Martinez made Layup.
- 2nd Half27-30Scooter Williams made Jumper.
- 2nd Half27-32Xavier Hall made Layup.
- 2nd Half30-32Scooter Williams made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half30-35Camp Wagner made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Xavier Hall.
- 2nd Half30-37Ian Scott made Layup. Assisted by Xavier Hall.
- 2nd Half32-37Scooter Williams made Jumper.
- 2nd Half33-37Scooter Williams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half33-40Bruno Alocen made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Derek Vorst.
- 2nd Half33-43Bruno Alocen made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jo Van Buggenhout.
- 2nd Half35-43Avery Thomas II made Layup.
- 2nd Half36-43Avery Thomas II made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-45Jo Van Buggenhout made Layup.
- 2nd Half38-45Kaden Cooper made Layup.
- 2nd Half38-48Jo Van Buggenhout made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Bruno Alocen.
- 2nd Half39-48Avery Thomas II made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-48Avery Thomas II made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-48Scooter Williams made Jumper.
- 2nd Half42-50Sterling Young made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half43-50Kylan Howze made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-52Ian Scott made Layup. Assisted by Xavier Hall.
- 2nd Half44-52Will Jeffress made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-52Will Jeffress made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-52Scooter Williams made Dunk.
- 2nd Half49-52Will Jeffress made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-53Camp Wagner made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-54Camp Wagner made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-55Ian Scott made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-56Ian Scott made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-56Will Jeffress made Layup.
- 2nd Half51-57Sterling Young made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-58Sterling Young made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-59Camp Wagner made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-60Camp Wagner made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Indiana State Sycamores, below favours Louisiana Tech Bulldogs.
Venue
- Hulman CenterTerre Haute, IN
- Attendance4442
- OfficialsRandy Heimerman, Jeff Malham, Antinio Petty
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