NCAAB · Final

Purdue Fort Wayne Edges Notre Dame in Thrilling Finish

Sunday, December 21, 2025, 2:00 PM ET · Purcell Pavilion

Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons 72, Notre Dame Fighting Irish 69, 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 Notre Dame Fighting Irish?

Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons beat Notre Dame Fighting Irish 72-69 at Purcell Pavilion on December 21, 2025.

Who was favored in Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons vs Notre Dame Fighting Irish?

Notre Dame Fighting Irish were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -900 (about 90% implied). The underdog won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons triumphed over the Notre Dame Fighting Irish with a final score of 72-69 at Purcell Pavilion. This victory is particularly notable as it marks a significant achievement for the Mastodons, who have been performing well recently, winning their last three games leading up to this encounter.

The Fighting Irish entered the game with a home record of 9-4 and had been on a four-game winning streak, showcasing a strong performance at home with an impressive record of 6-0. Over their last ten games, they had a record of 7-3, averaging 73.7 points scored per game while allowing 68.0 points. Their recent form included victories against teams like Evansville and Idaho, both of which they defeated by considerable margins.

On the other hand, the Mastodons boasted an away record of 8-6 and were also in good form, having won six of their last ten games. Their scoring average was notably higher at 84.0 points per game, although they allowed 78.3 points on average. Their recent victories included a win against Detroit Mercy, where they scored 81 points, and a strong performance against Eastern Michigan, winning 80-65. However, they had struggled on the road earlier in the season, with an away record of 0-4 prior to this game.

The odds set by DraftKings favored Notre Dame, with the Fighting Irish listed as 11.5-point favorites, reflecting their strong home performance. The total points line was set at 149.5, indicating expectations for a high-scoring game. The Mastodons were given a moneyline of +600, while Notre Dame was at -900, further emphasizing the perceived advantage for the home team.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but such factors can often play a crucial role in the dynamics of a game, especially in college basketball where depth can be tested throughout the season.

As the game unfolded, it was clear that both teams were eager to assert their dominance. The Mastodons managed to capitalize on their scoring opportunities in the second half, with key contributions from players like Jalen Haralson, who made crucial free throws and a layup that helped maintain their lead. The final moments were intense, with Haralson and Maximus Nelson making critical free throws that sealed the game for Purdue Fort Wayne.

The conditions in Purcell Pavilion were typical for a college basketball environment, with a passionate crowd supporting the home team. This atmosphere can often influence the performance of players, but the Mastodons appeared unfazed, executing their game plan effectively.

Viewers should have noted the contrasting styles of play, with Purdue Fort Wayne's high-scoring offense going up against Notre Dame's more balanced approach. The Mastodons' ability to score efficiently and their resilience in the final minutes were key factors in their victory. The game showcased the competitive nature of college basketball, where any team can emerge victorious on a given night, regardless of the odds.

In conclusion, this matchup not only highlighted the strengths of both teams but also served as a reminder of the unpredictability of sports. Purdue Fort Wayne's victory over Notre Dame will be a significant moment in their season, while the Fighting Irish will need to regroup as they look to bounce back from this setback.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	ND -11.5	149.5 o -108 / u -112	Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons +600 · Notre Dame Fighting Irish -900

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Leaders

PointsJalen Haralson21Notre Dame Fighting Irish
AssistsJalen Haralson4Notre Dame Fighting Irish
ReboundsCarson Towt10Notre Dame Fighting Irish
PointsCorey Hadnot II29Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons
AssistsCorey Hadnot II2Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons
ReboundsCorey Hadnot II6Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons

Recent form

Notre Dame Fighting Irish

Last 10: 7-3Streak W473.7 scored · 68 allowed per game6-0 at home

W82-58vs Evansville Purple AcesDec 13
W80-65vs Idaho VandalsDec 11
W87-85at TCU Horned FrogsDec 6
W76-71vs Missouri TigersDec 3
L56-66at Houston CougarsNov 26
W68-63vs Rutgers Scarlet KnightsNov 25
L61-71at Kansas JayhawksNov 24
W86-79vs Bellarmine KnightsNov 20
L63-64at Ohio State BuckeyesNov 16
W78-58vs Eastern Illinois PanthersNov 12

Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons

Last 10: 6-4Streak W384 scored · 78.3 allowed per game0-4 away

W81-77vs Detroit Mercy TitansDec 14
W80-65vs Eastern Michigan EaglesDec 11
W79-77vs Northern Kentucky NorseDec 6
L92-101at Oakland Golden GrizzliesDec 4
W92-59vs Holy Cross (IN) SaintsNov 28
W90-77vs Chicago State CougarsNov 26
L60-91at Saint Louis BillikensNov 22
L77-85at Utah UtesNov 19
W118-68vs Boyce BulldogsNov 15
L71-83at Western Michigan BroncosNov 13

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
Duke	35-3	-	17-1
Virginia	30-6	2	15-3
Miami	26-9	4	13-5
North Carolina	24-9	5	12-6
Clemson	24-11	5	12-6
Louisville	24-11	6	11-7
NC State	20-14	7	10-8
Florida State	18-15	7	10-8
California	22-12	8	9-9
Stanford	20-13	8	9-9
Virginia Tech	19-13	9	8-10
SMU	20-14	9	8-10
Wake Forest	18-17	10	7-11
Syracuse	15-17	11	6-12
Pittsburgh	13-20	12	5-13
Notre Dame	13-18	13	4-14
Boston College	11-20	13	4-14
Georgia Tech	11-20	15	2-16

Box score

Stat	Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons	Notre Dame Fighting Irish
Field goals	24-59	24-60
Field goal %	41	40
Three-pointers	11-35	7-27
Three-point %	31	26
Free throws	13-17	14-17
Free throw %	76	82
Rebounds	28	43
Offensive rebounds	5	14
Defensive rebounds	23	29
Assists	7	11
Steals	7	5
Blocks	1	3
Turnovers	8	15
Team turnovers	1	1
Technical fouls	1	1
Technical fouls, total	1	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	15	6
Fast-break points	8	21
Points in the paint	24	34
Fouls	17	18
Largest lead	11	4
Lead changes	3	3
Time in front	89	6

How the scoring went

2nd Half41-35Maximus Nelson makes 24-foot three point jumper (EJ Mosley assists)
2nd Half41-38Logan Imes makes 23-foot three point jumper (Carson Towt assists)
2nd Half41-41Brady Koehler makes 26-foot three point jumper (Cole Certa assists)
2nd Half43-41Mikale Stevenson makes 9-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half46-41Mikale Stevenson makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
2nd Half46-43Braeden Shrewsberry makes driving layup
2nd Half46-44Braeden Shrewsberry makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half46-45Braeden Shrewsberry makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half48-45DeAndre Craig Jr. makes layup (Yuval Levin assists)
2nd Half48-46Jalen Haralson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half48-47Jalen Haralson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half51-47Corey Hadnot II makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
2nd Half51-49Logan Imes makes layup
2nd Half53-49Corey Hadnot II makes driving layup
2nd Half54-49DeAndre Craig Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half54-51Garrett Sundra makes layup (Logan Imes assists)
2nd Half54-52Cole Certa makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half54-53Cole Certa makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half56-53Mikale Stevenson makes 8-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half56-55Jalen Haralson makes layup
2nd Half59-55DeAndre Craig Jr. makes 27-foot three point jumper (Maximus Nelson assists)
2nd Half62-55Mikale Stevenson makes 24-foot three point jumper
2nd Half62-58Cole Certa makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jalen Haralson assists)
2nd Half63-58Mikale Stevenson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half64-58Mikale Stevenson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half64-60Jalen Haralson makes driving layup
2nd Half65-60Corey Hadnot II makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half66-60Corey Hadnot II makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half66-61Jalen Haralson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half66-62Jalen Haralson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half67-62Corey Hadnot II makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half68-62Corey Hadnot II makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half68-63Jalen Haralson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half68-64Jalen Haralson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half69-64Mikale Stevenson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half69-66Jalen Haralson makes layup
2nd Half70-66Corey Hadnot II makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half70-69Braeden Shrewsberry makes 25-foot three point jumper (Carson Towt assists)
2nd Half71-69Maximus Nelson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half72-69Maximus Nelson makes free throw 2 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Notre Dame Fighting Irish, below favours Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons.