Bradley Braves Dominate Northern Illinois Huskies 84-55
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Carver Arena
Bradley Braves 84, Northern Illinois Huskies 55, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Northern Illinois Huskies vs Bradley Braves?
Bradley Braves beat Northern Illinois Huskies 84-55 at Carver Arena on December 6, 2025.
Who was favored in Northern Illinois Huskies vs Bradley Braves?
Bradley Braves were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -2400 (about 96% implied). The favorite won.
The Bradley Braves delivered a commanding performance against the Northern Illinois Huskies, winning decisively with a final score of 84-55. This match showcased the Braves' strong home advantage at Carver Arena, where they have a solid record of 6-4 overall and 5-2 at home this season. In contrast, the Huskies struggled with a 3-6 record, including a disappointing 2-4 in away games.
Bradley entered the game on a two-game winning streak, having recently defeated the Washington State Cougars 64-60 and the Liberty Flames 74-64. Their scoring average over the last five games stood at 78.0 points per game, while allowing 70.4. The Braves have demonstrated their offensive capabilities, particularly at home, where they have averaged 71.7 points per game while allowing 69.1.
On the other hand, Northern Illinois came into the matchup with a less favorable recent form, recording a 4-5-1 record in their last ten games. They faced a setback in their most recent outing, losing to the Lindenwood Lions 64-99. The Huskies have averaged 68.9 points per game but have allowed 71.5, indicating defensive vulnerabilities that Bradley capitalized on during the game.
Historically, this matchup has favored Bradley, as they had previously defeated Northern Illinois 76-60 in their only meeting earlier in the season on November 17, 2024. This trend continued in the latest game, where the Braves established their dominance early and maintained control throughout.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details affecting either team, but both squads were able to field their regular lineups for this contest. The market reflected Bradley's strong position, with DraftKings listing them as 18.5-point favorites, indicating a high expectation for their performance. The total points line was set at 146.5, suggesting an anticipated high-scoring affair, although the final score fell below this total.
Conditions for the game were favorable, with no adverse weather or external factors reported. Fans were treated to a display of offensive efficiency from the Braves, highlighted by significant contributions from their key players. The scoring plays in the second half featured a mix of free throws and field goals, showcasing Bradley's ability to convert opportunities while maintaining pressure on Northern Illinois.
As the game progressed, Bradley's lead expanded, culminating in a final score that reflected their superior performance. The Braves' ability to score effectively while limiting the Huskies' offensive output was crucial in achieving this victory. Viewers noted the strategic play and execution from Bradley, particularly in their ability to capitalize on turnovers and fast-break opportunities.
Overall, this matchup underscored the disparity in form between the two teams, with Bradley establishing themselves as a formidable force in the NCAAB landscape.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | BRAD -18.5 | 146.5 o -115 / u -105 | Northern Illinois Huskies +1200 · Bradley Braves -2400 |
Leaders
- PointsJaquan Johnson21Bradley Braves
- AssistsMontana Wheeler3Bradley Braves
- ReboundsAlex Huibregtse8Bradley Braves
- PointsDylan Ducommun17Northern Illinois Huskies
- AssistsGianni Cobb3Northern Illinois Huskies
- ReboundsGustav Winther8Northern Illinois Huskies
Recent form
Bradley Braves
Last 10: 5-5Streak W271.7 scored · 69.1 allowed per game5-2 at home
- W64-60vs Washington State CougarsDec 3
- W74-64vs Liberty FlamesNov 26
- L77-87vs UC San Diego TritonsNov 25
- W88-64vs Princeton TigersNov 25
- W87-77vs UMass Lowell River HawksNov 20
- L64-75at San Francisco DonsNov 16
- L67-78vs UT Martin SkyhawksNov 13
- W85-54vs Central Michigan ChippewasNov 9
- L63-69at St. Bonaventure BonniesNov 3
- L48-63at Drake BulldogsMar 9
Northern Illinois Huskies
Last 10: 4-5-1Streak L168.9 scored · 71.5 allowed per game2-4 away
- L64-99vs Lindenwood LionsDec 3
- D0-0vs Bellarmine KnightsNov 29
- L59-77at Austin Peay GovernorsNov 26
- W76-59at Loyola Chicago RamblersNov 22
- L57-70at Northern Iowa PanthersNov 19
- W117-62vs Benedictine (IL) EaglesNov 14
- L59-88at Grand Canyon LopesNov 11
- L72-97at Wisconsin BadgersNov 8
- W102-82vs UL Monroe WarhawksNov 4
- W83-81at Central Michigan ChippewasMar 8
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 |
| 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 | Northern Illinois Huskies | Bradley Braves |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 19-65 | 30-59 |
| Field goal % | 29 | 51 |
| Three-pointers | 6-30 | 9-24 |
| Three-point % | 20 | 38 |
| Free throws | 11-24 | 15-19 |
| Free throw % | 46 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 45 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 21 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 31 |
| Assists | 6 | 14 |
| Steals | 4 | 9 |
| Blocks | 1 | 8 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 22 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 40 |
| Fouls | 22 | 22 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 29 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 8 | 88 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half28-42Gianni Cobb made Layup.
- 2nd Half28-44Corey Thomas made Jumper.
- 2nd Half30-44Dylan Ducommun made Layup.
- 2nd Half30-45Jaquan Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half30-46Jaquan Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half33-46Makhai Valentine made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Gianni Cobb.
- 2nd Half33-49Montana Wheeler made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Alex Huibregtse.
- 2nd Half33-52Alex Huibregtse made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Montana Wheeler.
- 2nd Half34-52Dylan Ducommun made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half35-52Dylan Ducommun made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half35-54Jaquan Johnson made Layup.
- 2nd Half35-55Jaquan Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half35-57Jaquan Johnson made Layup.
- 2nd Half35-58Jaquan Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half35-59Montana Wheeler made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half35-61Jaquan Johnson made Layup. Assisted by Montana Wheeler.
- 2nd Half36-61Gianni Cobb made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-63Dietrich Richardson made Layup.
- 2nd Half39-63Dylan Ducommun made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Gianni Cobb.
- 2nd Half42-63Dylan Ducommun made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half43-63Dylan Ducommun made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-66Alex Huibregtse made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Demarion Burch.
- 2nd Half43-68AJ Smith made Layup.
- 2nd Half43-70AJ Smith made Layup. Assisted by Jaquan Johnson.
- 2nd Half45-70Dylan Ducommun made Jumper.
- 2nd Half45-71Jaquan Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-72Jaquan Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-74Dietrich Richardson made Dunk. Assisted by Demarion Burch.
- 2nd Half47-74Makhai Valentine made Layup.
- 2nd Half47-76Ahmet Jonovic made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half49-76Isaiah Washington made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-78Timoty van der Knaap made Dunk.
- 2nd Half51-78Makhai Valentine made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half51-79Montana Wheeler made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-80Montana Wheeler made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-80Gianni Cobb made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-80Gianni Cobb made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-82Kai Yu made Jumper. Assisted by Dietrich Richardson.
- 2nd Half55-82Isaiah Washington made Layup.
- 2nd Half55-84Timoty van der Knaap made Two Point Tip Shot.
Win probability
Above the line favours Bradley Braves, below favours Northern Illinois Huskies.
Venue
- Carver ArenaPeoria, IL
- Attendance5750
- OfficialsBrad Ferrie, Roland Simmons, Gene Grimshaw
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