Purdue Fort Wayne Dominates Milwaukee in 100-82 Victory
Sunday, January 18, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Memorial Coliseum (IN)
Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons 100, Milwaukee Panthers 82, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Milwaukee Panthers vs Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons?
Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons beat Milwaukee Panthers 100-82 at Memorial Coliseum (IN) on January 18, 2026.
Who was favored in Milwaukee Panthers vs Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons?
Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -166 (about 62% implied). The favorite won.
The Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons delivered a commanding performance against the Milwaukee Panthers, winning decisively with a final score of 100-82. This victory marked a significant turnaround for the Mastodons, who had previously lost to the Panthers just a few weeks prior on December 30, 2025, when they fell 55-77. The win also showcased Purdue Fort Wayne's strong home advantage at Memorial Coliseum, where they have maintained a solid record this season.
Entering this matchup, Purdue Fort Wayne had a home record of 12-8, with a recent form that included a streak of three consecutive wins, and a scoring average of 73.7 points per game over their last ten outings. In contrast, Milwaukee's away record stood at 8-12, and they had struggled recently, with a record of just 4-6 in their last ten games and an average of 74.2 points scored per game. The Mastodons' ability to score effectively, coupled with their defensive efforts, which allowed an average of 75.2 points against, set the stage for a high-scoring affair.
The game was characterized by a strong offensive display from Purdue Fort Wayne. They capitalized on their home court advantage, scoring 100 points, which reflects their offensive prowess, particularly in the second half where they pulled away decisively. The scoring plays highlighted key contributions from players such as Maximus Nelson, who made a notable 24-foot three-point jumper, and DeAndre Craig Jr., who was instrumental in closing out the game with free throws.
Milwaukee, on the other hand, faced challenges throughout the contest. Despite their efforts, they were unable to match the intensity and scoring efficiency of the Mastodons. Their last game prior to this matchup was a loss to the Oakland Golden Grizzlies, where they scored only 60 points. This inconsistency has plagued the Panthers, who have now lost their last game and have a recent average of 73.6 points scored, alongside 79.2 points allowed in their last five games.
The odds heading into this contest, as provided by DraftKings, favored Purdue Fort Wayne, with a spread of -3.5 and a moneyline of -166. Milwaukee was listed at +140 on the moneyline, indicating the market's expectation of a competitive game, although the outcome reflected a clear disparity in performance.
Weather conditions for the game were not specified, but the indoor environment of Memorial Coliseum ensured that both teams could focus solely on their performance without external factors affecting play.
Overall, this fixture was worth noting not only for the significant scoreline but also for the implications it has for both teams moving forward in the season. Purdue Fort Wayne's ability to bounce back from their earlier defeat against Milwaukee suggests they are a team to watch as they build momentum, while Milwaukee will need to address their recent struggles to regain their competitive edge.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | PFW -3.5 | 148.5 o -110 / u -110 | Milwaukee Panthers +140 · Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons -166 |
Leaders
- PointsMikale Stevenson34Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons
- AssistsMikale Stevenson6Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons
- ReboundsDeAndre Craig Jr.8Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons
- PointsAmar Augillard35Milwaukee Panthers
- AssistsEsyah Pippa-White3Milwaukee Panthers
- ReboundsSekou Konneh11Milwaukee Panthers
Recent form
Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons
Last 10: 7-3Streak W373.7 scored · 75.2 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W79-74at Robert Morris ColonialsJan 11
- W71-69at Youngstown State PenguinsJan 8
- W74-71vs Cleveland State VikingsJan 4
- L54-72vs Green Bay PhoenixJan 1
- L55-77at Milwaukee PanthersDec 30
- W72-69at Notre Dame Fighting IrishDec 21
- W81-77vs Detroit Mercy TitansDec 14
- W80-65vs Eastern Michigan EaglesDec 11
- W79-77vs Northern Kentucky NorseDec 6
- L92-101at Oakland Golden GrizzliesDec 4
Milwaukee Panthers
Last 10: 4-6Streak L174.2 scored · 75.9 allowed per game1-3 away
- L60-73vs Oakland Golden GrizzliesJan 16
- W95-83vs IU Indianapolis JaguarsJan 11
- L67-85vs Northern Kentucky NorseJan 10
- L76-79at Green Bay PhoenixJan 6
- L70-76at Wright State RaidersJan 1
- L60-80at Wisconsin BadgersDec 31
- W77-55vs Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsDec 30
- W81-71at Cleveland State VikingsDec 21
- W88-87vs South Dakota State JackrabbitsDec 19
- L68-70vs Indiana State SycamoresDec 14
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Milwaukee Panthers | Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-60 | 36-64 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 56 |
| Three-pointers | 7-17 | 13-23 |
| Three-point % | 41 | 57 |
| Free throws | 17-21 | 15-19 |
| Free throw % | 81 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 24 |
| Assists | 9 | 20 |
| Steals | 3 | 9 |
| Blocks | 2 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 21 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 19 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 44 |
| Fouls | 15 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 21 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 99 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half54-65Darius Duffy makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-65Tate Mackenzie makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-68Mikale Stevenson makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half56-68Aaron Franklin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-69Mikale Stevenson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-70Mikale Stevenson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-72Deangelo Elisee makes layup (Mikale Stevenson assists)
- 2nd Half59-72Amar Augillard makes 24-foot three point jumper (Esyah Pippa-White assists)
- 2nd Half61-72Stevie Elam makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-74Deangelo Elisee makes layup (Mikale Stevenson assists)
- 2nd Half61-75Deangelo Elisee makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half63-75Josh Dixon makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half63-77Mikale Stevenson makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half65-77Josh Dixon makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half65-79Mikale Stevenson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half66-79Amar Augillard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-79Amar Augillard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-81Darius Duffy makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half67-83Darius Duffy makes driving layup (Mikale Stevenson assists)
- 2nd Half67-85Darius Duffy makes 4-foot dunk (DeAndre Craig Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half69-85Esyah Pippa-White makes driving layup
- 2nd Half70-85Esyah Pippa-White makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half70-88DeAndre Craig Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half71-88Sekou Konneh makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-89Mikale Stevenson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-90Mikale Stevenson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-90Sekou Konneh makes driving layup (Isaiah Dorceus assists)
- 2nd Half75-90Josh Dixon makes 10-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half76-90Isaiah Dorceus makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-90Isaiah Dorceus makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-91DeAndre Craig Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-92DeAndre Craig Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-93DeAndre Craig Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-96Maximus Nelson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mikale Stevenson assists)
- 2nd Half77-98Corey Hadnot II makes 4-foot jumper
- 2nd Half79-98Isaiah Dorceus makes driving layup
- 2nd Half80-98Isaiah Dorceus makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half80-99DeAndre Craig Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-100DeAndre Craig Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half82-100Stevie Elam makes layup (Josh Dixon assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons, below favours Milwaukee Panthers.
Venue
- Memorial Coliseum (IN)Fort Wayne, IN
- Attendance1021
- OfficialsVerne Harris, David Walker, Randy Richardson
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