Missouri State Dominates Northwestern (OK) 106-57
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Great Southern Bank Arena
Missouri State Bears 106, Northwestern (OK) Rangers 57, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Northwestern (OK) Rangers vs Missouri State Bears?
Missouri State Bears beat Northwestern (OK) Rangers 106-57 at Great Southern Bank Arena on November 8, 2025.
In a commanding performance, the Missouri State Bears defeated the Northwestern (OK) Rangers with a final score of 106-57. This victory marked an impressive start to the season for the Bears, who improved their record to 3-0 at the Great Southern Bank Arena. The Bears showcased their offensive prowess, scoring 106 points, a significant achievement given their recent struggles in form.
Missouri State had entered this matchup with a mixed record over their last ten games, standing at 2-8 prior to this contest. However, they managed to snap a losing streak with this win, having recorded a victory against the Missouri Southern State Lions just days earlier on November 5, where they won 88-70. Their recent form had seen them average 67.0 points scored and 70.4 points allowed over the last five games, indicating a need for improvement on the defensive end. Yet, against the Rangers, they clearly found their rhythm, scoring an average of 106 points and allowing only 57.
The Bears' home record now stands at 3-0 this season, while the Rangers struggled on the road, falling to 0-5 away from home. This fixture highlighted the disparity in home versus away performance, with Missouri State taking full advantage of their home court.
In terms of previous meetings, there were no specified historical matchups between these two teams in the provided facts, leaving this game as a fresh encounter for both sides. The Bears' dominant performance suggests they were well-prepared and executed their game plan effectively.
The injury situation was not detailed in the block, so it is unclear if either team was missing key players, but the Bears' strong showing indicates they were able to field their best lineup.
Betting lines from the market indicated a strong belief in the Bears' ability to win, with a home win probability of 1.0, suggesting that they were heavily favored to come out on top in this matchup. This confidence from the market was reflected in the final score, as Missouri State left no doubt about their superiority on the court.
The conditions for the game were not specified, but the Bears' performance suggests they were able to thrive in their home environment, which often plays a crucial role in college basketball. Fans and viewers were treated to a display of offensive firepower from Missouri State, with multiple players contributing to the scoring, including key plays in the second half that extended their lead significantly.
As the game progressed, notable scoring plays included a series of three-point jumpers and layups that showcased the Bears' offensive depth. Players like Mikey Hawkins and Amar Kuljuhovic made significant contributions, with Hawkins making a jumper and a free throw, while Kuljuhovic added a layup and a free throw to the tally.
Overall, this game served as a statement victory for the Missouri State Bears, demonstrating their potential as they move further into the season. The overwhelming scoreline reflects their ability to capitalize on their strengths while exposing the weaknesses of the Northwestern (OK) Rangers.
Leaders
- PointsKeith Palek III20Missouri State Bears
- AssistsKeith Palek III8Missouri State Bears
- ReboundsDarrion Sutton11Missouri State Bears
- PointsMax Alexander17Northwestern (OK) Rangers
- AssistsMikey Hawkins3Northwestern (OK) Rangers
- ReboundsJustin Norris5Northwestern (OK) Rangers
Recent form
Missouri State Bears
Last 10: 2-8Streak W165.7 scored · 68.6 allowed per game2-3 at home
- W88-70vs Missouri Southern State LionsNov 5
- L54-70at Illinois State RedbirdsMar 6
- L60-68at Drake BulldogsMar 2
- L65-74vs Belmont BruinsFeb 27
- L68-70vs Illinois State RedbirdsFeb 23
- L64-66at Valparaiso BeaconsFeb 20
- L58-63at UIC FlamesFeb 16
- W71-54vs Evansville Purple AcesFeb 13
- L68-85at Belmont BruinsFeb 8
- L61-66vs Northern Iowa PanthersFeb 6
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 |
Box score
| Stat | Northwestern (OK) Rangers | Missouri State Bears |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-59 | 41-68 |
| Field goal % | 36 | 60 |
| Three-pointers | 4-17 | 10-25 |
| Three-point % | 24 | 40 |
| Free throws | 11-19 | 14-24 |
| Free throw % | 58 | 58 |
| Rebounds | 25 | 52 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 19 | 38 |
| Assists | 8 | 32 |
| Steals | 9 | 8 |
| Blocks | 2 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 19 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 60 |
| Fouls | 18 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 50 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half28-64Trey Williams Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Keith Palek III.
- 2nd Half30-64Max Alexander made Layup.
- 2nd Half30-66Darrion Sutton made Dunk. Assisted by Tyrique Brooks.
- 2nd Half31-66Max Alexander made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half32-66Max Alexander made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half32-68Logan Epes made Layup.
- 2nd Half32-70Darrion Sutton made Layup.
- 2nd Half34-70Chris Tippins made Layup.
- 2nd Half36-70Max Alexander made Jumper.
- 2nd Half36-72Zaxton King made Jumper.
- 2nd Half37-72Chris Tippins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-72Chris Tippins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-75Keith Palek III made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kobi Williams.
- 2nd Half38-77Ryder Cheesman made Layup. Assisted by Logan Epes.
- 2nd Half40-77Dirin Birhiray made Dunk.
- 2nd Half40-79Logan Epes made Layup. Assisted by Kobi Williams.
- 2nd Half42-79Kenny Burns Iii made Dunk. Assisted by Kyler Penco.
- 2nd Half42-80Amar Kuljuhovic made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-81Darrion Sutton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-82Darrion Sutton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-84Ryder Cheesman made Layup. Assisted by Kobi Williams.
- 2nd Half42-87Trey Williams Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Keith Palek III.
- 2nd Half43-87Cam'Ron Brown made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-87Cam'Ron Brown made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-89Trey Williams Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Darrion Sutton.
- 2nd Half44-91Darrion Sutton made Layup.
- 2nd Half44-93Keith Palek III made Layup. Assisted by Trey Williams Jr..
- 2nd Half46-93Skyler Kimberlin made Layup.
- 2nd Half48-93Kenny Burns Iii made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half48-95Logan Epes made Layup. Assisted by Keith Palek III.
- 2nd Half50-95Skyler Kimberlin made Jumper. Assisted by Mikey Hawkins.
- 2nd Half50-98Kobi Williams made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Logan Epes.
- 2nd Half51-98Chris Tippins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-101Tyrique Brooks made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ryder Cheesman.
- 2nd Half54-101Kyler Penco made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mikey Hawkins.
- 2nd Half56-101Mikey Hawkins made Jumper.
- 2nd Half57-101Mikey Hawkins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-103Amar Kuljuhovic made Layup. Assisted by Zaxton King.
- 2nd Half57-104Amar Kuljuhovic made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-106Zaxton King made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours Missouri State Bears, below favours Northwestern (OK) Rangers.
Venue
- Great Southern Bank ArenaSpringfield, MO
- Attendance1803
- OfficialsHunter Allen, James Curran, Damien Richard
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