Bradley Braves Dominate Princeton Tigers 88-64
Monday, November 24, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · State Farm Field House
Bradley Braves 88, Princeton Tigers 64, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Princeton Tigers vs Bradley Braves?
Bradley Braves beat Princeton Tigers 88-64 at State Farm Field House on November 24, 2025.
In a decisive matchup at the State Farm Field House, the Bradley Braves secured a commanding victory over the Princeton Tigers, finishing the game with a score of 88-64. This win marks a continuation of Bradley's recent positive trend as they have now improved their home record to 6-1 this season. The Braves have shown resilience, winning their last game against UMass Lowell River Hawks and extending their winning streak to one. Their overall record now stands at 4-3, reflecting a solid performance at home where they have averaged 70.3 points scored while allowing 66.4 points per game.
On the other hand, the Princeton Tigers have struggled on the road, now holding an away record of 1-5. Their overall record stands at 3-4 after this defeat, and they have shown inconsistency in their recent games, with a scoring average of 73.3 points but allowing 74.8 points. Princeton's last outing saw them defeat the Northeastern Huskies 70-57, but prior to that, they faced losses against Iona and Kansas, which highlighted their difficulties in maintaining competitive form away from home.
The game featured several notable scoring plays, particularly in the second half, where Bradley maintained control. Matthew Zobrist contributed to Princeton's efforts with a three-point jumper, but it was not enough to shift the momentum. Bradley's Dietrich Richardson made key layups and free throws that helped to extend their lead, ultimately sealing the game with a strong finish.
Historically, the two teams have had limited meetings, but this matchup underscored the current disparity in their performances. Bradley's ability to capitalize on home advantage was evident, as they demonstrated a more cohesive and effective offensive strategy compared to Princeton.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but both teams have had to navigate the challenges of player availability throughout the season. The conditions at the State Farm Field House were favorable for a home game, contributing to Bradley's strong performance.
The market had priced the game favorably for Bradley, reflecting their home advantage and recent form, with the Braves holding a home win probability of 1.0 according to the final assessment. This indicates that they were heavily favored to win going into the matchup.
Viewers watching the game were treated to a showcase of Bradley's scoring efficiency and defensive capabilities. The Braves' ability to score consistently while limiting their opponents' chances was a key factor in their victory. As the season progresses, both teams will look to adjust their strategies and improve their standings, with Bradley aiming to build on this momentum and Princeton seeking to rectify their away struggles.
Leaders
- PointsMontana Wheeler16Bradley Braves
- AssistsMontana Wheeler6Bradley Braves
- ReboundsTimoty van der Knaap8Bradley Braves
- PointsJack Stanton16Princeton Tigers
- AssistsCJ Happy3Princeton Tigers
- ReboundsJack Stanton7Princeton Tigers
Recent form
Bradley Braves
Last 10: 6-4Streak W170.3 scored · 66.4 allowed per game5-1 at home
- 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
- W70-65vs Valparaiso BeaconsMar 8
- W70-62vs Murray State RacersMar 8
- W73-56vs Northern Iowa PanthersMar 2
- W76-65at Valparaiso BeaconsFeb 27
Princeton Tigers
Last 10: 5-5Streak W173.3 scored · 74.8 allowed per game1-5 away
- W70-57vs Northeastern HuskiesNov 21
- L69-89at Iona GaelsNov 19
- L57-76at Kansas JayhawksNov 15
- W100-59vs John Jay BloodhoundsNov 14
- W73-63vs Bucknell BisonNov 12
- L69-104at Akron ZipsNov 8
- L57-59at Yale BulldogsMar 15
- W95-71vs Pennsylvania QuakersMar 8
- L70-102at Cornell Big RedMar 2
- W73-68at Columbia LionsMar 1
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yale | 24-7 | - | 11-3 |
| Harvard | 17-12 | 1 | 10-4 |
| Pennsylvania | 18-12 | 2 | 9-5 |
| Cornell | 15-13 | 3 | 8-6 |
| Columbia | 16-12 | 6 | 5-9 |
| Dartmouth | 11-16 | 6 | 5-9 |
| Princeton | 9-20 | 6 | 5-9 |
| Brown | 9-18 | 8 | 3-11 |
| 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 | Princeton Tigers | Bradley Braves |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-45 | 30-55 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 55 |
| Three-pointers | 7-23 | 14-30 |
| Three-point % | 30 | 47 |
| Free throws | 13-21 | 14-20 |
| Free throw % | 62 | 70 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 24 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 4 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 20 |
| Assists | 15 | 13 |
| Steals | 3 | 14 |
| Blocks | 1 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 24 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 3 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 0 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 30 |
| Fouls | 16 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 6 | 24 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half37-43CJ Happy made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jack Stanton.
- 2nd Half37-44Ahmet Jonovic made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half37-45Ahmet Jonovic made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half39-45Jackson Hicke made Jumper.
- 2nd Half39-48Jaquan Johnson made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half41-48Jackson Hicke made Layup. Assisted by Landon Clark.
- 2nd Half41-50Jaquan Johnson made Layup.
- 2nd Half41-51Jaquan Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-53Jaquan Johnson made Layup.
- 2nd Half41-55Jaquan Johnson made Layup.
- 2nd Half42-55Jackson Hicke made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-55Jackson Hicke made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-55CJ Happy made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jack Stanton.
- 2nd Half46-57Jaquan Johnson made Layup.
- 2nd Half46-59Timoty van der Knaap made Layup.
- 2nd Half46-61AJ Smith made Dunk.
- 2nd Half49-61Jake Sussberg made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half49-63Alex Huibregtse made Layup.
- 2nd Half50-63Jacob Huggins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-64Timoty van der Knaap made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-67Montana Wheeler made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by AJ Smith.
- 2nd Half52-67Jackson Hicke made Jumper.
- 2nd Half52-69Montana Wheeler made Layup.
- 2nd Half54-69Jacob Hammond made Jumper.
- 2nd Half54-72Corey Thomas made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Montana Wheeler.
- 2nd Half56-72CJ Happy made Layup.
- 2nd Half56-75Montana Wheeler made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jaquan Johnson.
- 2nd Half56-77Montana Wheeler made Jumper.
- 2nd Half58-77Sebastian Whitfield made Layup. Assisted by Jacob Hammond.
- 2nd Half58-80Montana Wheeler made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Alex Huibregtse.
- 2nd Half60-80Jackson Hicke made Layup. Assisted by CJ Happy.
- 2nd Half61-80Jackson Hicke made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-83Matthew Zobrist made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Montana Wheeler.
- 2nd Half62-83Jake Sussberg made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-84Matthew Zobrist made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-84Jacob Hammond made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-84Jacob Hammond made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-85Kai Yu made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-87Dietrich Richardson made Layup.
- 2nd Half64-88Dietrich Richardson made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Bradley Braves, below favours Princeton Tigers.
Venue
- State Farm Field HouseKissimmee, FL
- Attendance1076
- OfficialsLes Jones, Tim Smith, De Selle Dean
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