Northern Illinois Defeats Loyola Chicago 76-59
Friday, November 21, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Gentile Arena
Northern Illinois Huskies 76, Loyola Chicago Ramblers 59, 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 Loyola Chicago Ramblers?
Northern Illinois Huskies beat Loyola Chicago Ramblers 76-59 at Gentile Arena on November 21, 2025.
The Northern Illinois Huskies secured a decisive victory over the Loyola Chicago Ramblers with a final score of 76-59 at Gentile Arena. This match showcased the contrasting fortunes of both teams as they entered the game with differing records and recent performances. The Huskies improved their record to 4-3, while the Ramblers fell to 1-6.
Loyola Chicago has struggled significantly this season, now on a four-game losing streak. Their recent form reflects a record of 4-6 over the last ten games, with an average of 70.9 points scored per game and 74.7 points allowed. In their last five outings, they managed to score an average of 71.8 points while allowing 80.0 points. Their home record stands at 3-3, but they have been unable to capitalize on their home-court advantage in recent weeks.
In contrast, Northern Illinois has displayed more resilience, particularly in their recent games. They have a record of 3-7 over their last ten games, with an average of 75.2 points scored and 79.1 points allowed. Despite their overall record, they have shown flashes of offensive power, notably scoring an impressive 117 points in a win against Benedictine (IL) earlier this month. However, they also suffered a loss to Northern Iowa just days before facing Loyola Chicago.
The game featured a series of scoring plays that highlighted the Huskies' offensive capabilities. Notably, Hassan Washington's dunk, assisted by Dylan Ducommun, was a standout moment in the second half, pushing Northern Illinois to a significant lead at 72-52. Deywilk Tavarez contributed significantly to the Huskies' scoring, making multiple free throws and a three-point jumper that helped solidify their advantage.
In terms of home and away performances, Loyola Chicago has struggled more on the road, with a record of 1-3 away from Gentile Arena, while Northern Illinois has a 2-3 record at home and 1-4 on the road. The disparity in their performances at home versus away has been a crucial factor in their respective records this season.
The injury picture was not detailed in the block, leaving it unclear if either team was missing key players. However, the impact of player availability often plays a significant role in the outcomes of such matchups.
The betting market had not been explicitly mentioned in the block, but it is known that Northern Illinois entered the game as the favorite, reflecting their slightly better overall record and recent form compared to Loyola Chicago.
Conditions during the game were not specified, but typically, indoor venues like Gentile Arena provide a controlled environment that can favor offensive play, which both teams attempted to exploit.
Viewers should have noted the Huskies' ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities and the Ramblers' struggles to keep pace defensively. The final score of 76-59 underscores the challenges Loyola Chicago faces as they seek to turn their season around.
Leaders
- PointsMiles Rubin16Loyola Chicago Ramblers
- AssistsJustin Moore5Loyola Chicago Ramblers
- ReboundsMiles Rubin7Loyola Chicago Ramblers
- PointsDylan Ducommun24Northern Illinois Huskies
- AssistsDylan Ducommun6Northern Illinois Huskies
- ReboundsTaj Walters10Northern Illinois Huskies
Recent form
Loyola Chicago Ramblers
Last 10: 4-6Streak L470.9 scored · 74.7 allowed per game3-3 at home
- L67-80vs Colorado State RamsNov 16
- L74-95at Wichita State ShockersNov 14
- L62-64vs North Texas Mean GreenNov 9
- L65-73vs Mercyhurst LakersNov 7
- W91-88vs Cleveland State VikingsNov 4
- L55-62at VCU RamsMar 15
- W72-64vs Saint Louis BillikensMar 14
- W74-51at Massachusetts MinutemenMar 8
- W82-72vs Davidson WildcatsMar 6
- L67-98at Saint Louis BillikensMar 1
Northern Illinois Huskies
Last 10: 3-7Streak L175.2 scored · 79.1 allowed per game1-4 away
- 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
- L58-71vs Bowling Green FalconsMar 5
- L70-74vs Western Michigan BroncosMar 1
- L58-87at Miami (OH) RedHawksFeb 26
- L76-79vs Eastern Michigan EaglesFeb 22
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 |
| Saint Louis | 29-6 | - | 15-3 |
| VCU | 28-8 | - | 15-3 |
| Saint Joseph's | 24-12 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Dayton | 25-12 | 3 | 12-6 |
| George Mason | 23-10 | 4 | 11-7 |
| Davidson | 20-14 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Duquesne | 18-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| George Washington | 19-16 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Fordham | 17-15 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Rhode Island | 16-16 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Richmond | 15-17 | 10 | 5-13 |
| La Salle | 9-23 | 10 | 5-13 |
| St. Bonaventure | 17-17 | 11 | 4-14 |
| Loyola Chicago | 9-24 | 11 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Northern Illinois Huskies | Loyola Chicago Ramblers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-64 | 23-52 |
| Field goal % | 42 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 14-34 | 9-25 |
| Three-point % | 41 | 36 |
| Free throws | 8-10 | 4-7 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 57 |
| Rebounds | 39 | 27 |
| Offensive rebounds | 17 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 20 |
| Assists | 17 | 16 |
| Steals | 11 | 2 |
| Blocks | 1 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 28 |
| Fouls | 13 | 9 |
| Largest lead | 20 | 5 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half34-23Taj Walters made Layup. Assisted by Makhai Valentine.
- 1st Half34-25Justin Moore made Layup.
- 1st Half34-27Miles Rubin made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 1st Half34-30Justin Moore made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Deywilk Tavarez.
- 1st Half37-30Makhai Valentine made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dylan Ducommun.
- 1st Half39-30Gustav Winther made Dunk. Assisted by Daemar Kelly.
- 1st Half39-33Kayde Dotson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Miles Rubin.
- 1st Half42-33Makhai Valentine made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dylan Ducommun.
- 1st Half42-35Kayde Dotson made Layup.
- 1st Half42-37Miles Rubin made Layup. Assisted by Kymany Houinsou.
- 2nd Half42-39Deywilk Tavarez made Layup. Assisted by Miles Rubin.
- 2nd Half42-40Miles Rubin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-41Miles Rubin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-41Hassan Washington made Jumper. Assisted by Dylan Ducommun.
- 2nd Half47-41Makhai Valentine made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dylan Ducommun.
- 2nd Half47-43Miles Rubin made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-43Dylan Ducommun made Jumper.
- 2nd Half52-43Gustav Winther made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dylan Ducommun.
- 2nd Half54-43Gianni Cobb made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half56-43Dylan Ducommun made Layup.
- 2nd Half56-45Kayde Dotson made Layup.
- 2nd Half58-45Makhai Valentine made Layup.
- 2nd Half61-45Dylan Ducommun made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Gianni Cobb.
- 2nd Half64-45Jao Ituka made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Gianni Cobb.
- 2nd Half64-47Miles Rubin made Layup.
- 2nd Half65-47Taj Walters made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-47Taj Walters made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-50Nic Anderson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Justin Moore.
- 2nd Half67-50Makhai Valentine made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-50Makhai Valentine made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-50Daemar Kelly made Layup.
- 2nd Half70-52Miles Rubin made Layup. Assisted by Nic Anderson.
- 2nd Half72-52Hassan Washington made Dunk. Assisted by Dylan Ducommun.
- 2nd Half72-53Deywilk Tavarez made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-54Deywilk Tavarez made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-56Deywilk Tavarez made Layup. Assisted by Justin Moore.
- 2nd Half72-59Deywilk Tavarez made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Chuck Love.
- 2nd Half74-59Dylan Ducommun made Layup.
- 2nd Half75-59Taj Walters made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-59Taj Walters made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Loyola Chicago Ramblers, below favours Northern Illinois Huskies.
Venue
- Gentile ArenaChicago, IL
- Attendance2862
- OfficialsRoger Ayers, Clarence Armstrong, Connor Mooney
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