NCAAB · Final

Mastodons Edge Vikings in High-Scoring Contest

Sunday, February 22, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Wolstein Center

Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons 92, Cleveland State Vikings 86, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons vs Cleveland State Vikings?

Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons beat Cleveland State Vikings 92-86 at Wolstein Center on February 22, 2026.

Who was favored in Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons vs Cleveland State Vikings?

Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -175 (about 64% implied). The favorite won.

The Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons secured a narrow victory over the Cleveland State Vikings with a final score of 92-86 in a thrilling NCAAB matchup held at the Wolstein Center on February 22, 2026. This game was particularly notable as it showcased the contrasting fortunes of both teams, with Cleveland State struggling to find consistent success, while Purdue Fort Wayne aimed to solidify their standing in the league.

Cleveland State entered the contest with a home record of 10-19, having faced a challenging season. Their recent form has been less than ideal, with a record of 5-5 over their last ten games, but they were on a four-game losing streak leading into this matchup. The Vikings averaged 82.2 points scored per game during this stretch, while allowing an average of 86.8 points, highlighting their defensive vulnerabilities. Their last five games showed an even steeper decline, with an average of 81.0 points scored and 90.6 points allowed. Their home record was 2-3 in this recent stretch, indicating a struggle to capitalize on home-court advantage.

On the other hand, the Mastodons boasted a stronger away record of 16-13, although they faced their own challenges recently. Their last ten games yielded a record of 4-5-1, with a single loss in their most recent outing against Northern Kentucky. They averaged 67.3 points scored and allowed 70.7 points during this period, showcasing a more defensively oriented approach compared to Cleveland State. Their last five games reflected a similar trend, with an average of 68.4 points scored and 80.8 points allowed, indicating that they too were struggling to maintain a strong offensive presence.

The two teams had met previously three times in the current season and the last, with Cleveland State holding a 2-1 advantage in their head-to-head record. Their most recent encounter on January 4, 2026, resulted in a close loss for the Mastodons, 74-71. However, Cleveland State had also claimed victories in earlier meetings, with scores of 68-57 and 68-58 in the previous season. This history added an extra layer of intensity to the matchup, as both teams were aware of their competitive rivalry.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either roster, suggesting that both teams were at full strength for this crucial game. This was significant as both coaching staffs would have had their preferred lineups available to execute their game plans.

The betting market reflected the competitive nature of the matchup, with DraftKings setting the odds at Purdue Fort Wayne -3.5. The total points line was set at 163.5, indicating expectations for a high-scoring affair. The moneyline odds were listed at +145 for Cleveland State and -175 for Purdue Fort Wayne, suggesting that the Mastodons were favored to win.

As the game unfolded, it became evident that both teams were willing to push the tempo, leading to a high-scoring contest. The scoring plays highlighted the back-and-forth nature of the game, with key contributions from both sides. Notably, Corey Hadnot II made pivotal free throws and a critical three-point jumper that helped seal the victory for the Mastodons in the closing moments.

The conditions in the Wolstein Center were conducive to an exciting game, with fans in attendance eager to support their teams. The atmosphere was electric, and the players responded with a display of skill and determination.

For viewers, the game was a showcase of offensive talent and strategic play, with both teams demonstrating their strengths. Cleveland State's ability to score in transition and Purdue Fort Wayne's defensive adjustments were key focal points throughout the game. The Mastodons' resilience in the face of a determined Vikings squad ultimately led them to victory, further establishing their position in the league standings.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	PFW -3.5	163.5 o -108 / u -112	Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons -175 · Cleveland State Vikings +145

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Leaders

PointsChevalier Emery21Cleveland State Vikings
AssistsTre Beard6Cleveland State Vikings
ReboundsJosiah Harris8Cleveland State Vikings
PointsCorey Hadnot II28Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons
AssistsCorey Hadnot II7Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons
ReboundsDeangelo Elisee9Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons

Recent form

Cleveland State Vikings

Last 10: 5-5Streak L482.2 scored · 86.8 allowed per game2-3 at home

L82-106at Youngstown State PenguinsFeb 18
L90-102vs Wright State RaidersFeb 15
L68-85vs Robert Morris ColonialsFeb 13
L74-82at IU Indianapolis JaguarsFeb 7
W91-78vs Oakland Golden GrizzliesFeb 5
W90-88at Milwaukee PanthersFeb 1
W89-82at Green Bay PhoenixJan 31
W85-79at Wright State RaidersJan 22
W80-78vs Youngstown State PenguinsJan 17
L73-88vs Green Bay PhoenixJan 16

Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons

Last 10: 4-5-1Streak L167.3 scored · 70.7 allowed per game1-3 away

L71-87at Northern Kentucky NorseFeb 19
W83-78vs IU Indianapolis JaguarsFeb 15
L59-76at Green Bay PhoenixFeb 13
L68-73at Wright State RaidersFeb 8
L61-90vs Youngstown State PenguinsFeb 5
W83-71vs Robert Morris ColonialsJan 31
L65-74vs Oakland Golden GrizzliesJan 29
D0-0at IU Indianapolis JaguarsJan 25
W83-76at Detroit Mercy TitansJan 22
W100-82vs Milwaukee PanthersJan 18

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	Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons	Cleveland State Vikings
Field goals	32-59	28-59
Field goal %	54	47
Three-pointers	15-33	16-39
Three-point %	45	41
Free throws	13-23	14-20
Free throw %	57	70
Rebounds	32	31
Offensive rebounds	7	6
Defensive rebounds	25	25
Assists	20	21
Steals	9	8
Blocks	2	2
Turnovers	13	14
Team turnovers	1	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	2	0
Points off turnovers	13	19
Fast-break points	15	29
Points in the paint	30	24
Fouls	18	19
Largest lead	20	4
Lead changes	4	4
Time in front	85	12

How the scoring went

2nd Half62-49DeAndre Craig Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half63-49DeAndre Craig Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half63-51Holden Pierre-Louis makes layup (Preist Ryan assists)
2nd Half63-53Jaidon Lipscomb makes layup (Preist Ryan assists)
2nd Half64-53Corey Hadnot II makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half65-53Corey Hadnot II makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half65-55Holden Pierre-Louis makes layup (Chevalier Emery assists)
2nd Half68-55Corey Hadnot II makes 23-foot three point jumper (Mikale Stevenson assists)
2nd Half68-56Chevalier Emery makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half68-57Chevalier Emery makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half70-57Deangelo Elisee makes layup (Corey Hadnot II assists)
2nd Half72-57EJ Mosley makes driving layup
2nd Half73-57Yuval Levin makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half74-57Mikale Stevenson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half75-57Mikale Stevenson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half77-57DeAndre Craig Jr. makes driving layup
2nd Half77-60Josiah Harris makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tre Beard assists)
2nd Half77-63Chevalier Emery makes 24-foot three point jumper (Foster Wonders assists)
2nd Half77-66Jaidon Lipscomb makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tre Beard assists)
2nd Half77-67Preist Ryan makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half79-67Corey Hadnot II makes driving layup
2nd Half79-70Tre Beard makes 24-foot three point jumper (Chevalier Emery assists)
2nd Half79-71Tre Beard makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half79-72Tre Beard makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half81-72DeAndre Craig Jr. makes 10-foot jumper
2nd Half81-73Preist Ryan makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half81-74Preist Ryan makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half84-74Maximus Nelson makes 24-foot three point jumper (DeAndre Craig Jr. assists)
2nd Half84-75Josiah Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half84-77Josiah Harris makes layup
2nd Half84-78Josiah Harris makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half84-80Preist Ryan makes layup (Jaidon Lipscomb assists)
2nd Half85-80Corey Hadnot II makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half86-80DeAndre Craig Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half86-82Chevalier Emery makes layup (Jaidon Lipscomb assists)
2nd Half88-82DeAndre Craig Jr. makes 10-foot jumper
2nd Half88-85Josiah Harris makes 25-foot three point jumper (Chevalier Emery assists)
2nd Half88-86Preist Ryan makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half89-86Corey Hadnot II makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half92-86Corey Hadnot II makes 26-foot three point jumper

Win probability

Above the line favours Cleveland State Vikings, below favours Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons.