Wright State Tops Purdue Fort Wayne in Close Contest
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Nutter Center
Wright State Raiders 73, Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons 68, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons vs Wright State Raiders?
Wright State Raiders beat Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons 73-68 at Nutter Center on February 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons vs Wright State Raiders?
Wright State Raiders were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -298 (about 75% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Wright State Raiders secured a narrow victory over the Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons, finishing the game with a score of 73-68. This victory is significant for Wright State, as it marks a positive turnaround after a recent loss to Robert Morris, snapping a brief losing streak. The Raiders, boasting a home record of 16-9, have shown resilience, particularly at their home venue, the Nutter Center, where they have a home record of 3-1 in their last four games.
Wright State entered this game with a recent form of 8-2 over their last ten outings, although they faced a setback in their last game. They averaged 82.0 points scored while allowing 77.7 points during this stretch, indicating a high-scoring offense but also some defensive vulnerabilities. In contrast, Purdue Fort Wayne, with an overall record of 14-11, had a mixed recent form of 6 wins, 3 losses, and 1 draw in their last ten games. They averaged 67.0 points scored and allowed 67.9 points, showcasing a more defensive approach compared to their opponents.
The Mastodons have had a solid away record of 3-0 in their last three road games, but they were unable to extend that streak against the Raiders. Historically, Wright State has struggled against Purdue Fort Wayne, with a head-to-head record of 0-2 in their previous meetings. In the 2025 season, they lost both encounters, including a high-scoring affair where they fell 113-120 at home.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the impact of player availability can often be crucial in close games like this. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Wright State favored by 6.5 points, with a total set at 150.5. The odds reflected the expectation of a competitive game, and the final score aligns with that anticipation.
The game conditions were not detailed in the block, but the atmosphere at the Nutter Center typically adds an extra layer of intensity for home games, contributing to the Raiders' strong performance. As the game unfolded, key moments included free throws and crucial layups that highlighted the tight scoreline, with Wright State managing to maintain their lead in the final minutes.
Fans watching the game were treated to a back-and-forth battle, with pivotal scoring plays such as Michael Imariagbe's free throws that helped seal the deal for the Raiders. Despite the Mastodons' efforts to close the gap, they were unable to overcome Wright State's lead in the closing moments, underscoring the competitive nature of this fixture.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | WRST -6.5 | 150.5 o -108 / u -112 | Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons +240 · Wright State Raiders -298 |
Leaders
- PointsMichael Imariagbe19Wright State Raiders
- AssistsMichael Cooper4Wright State Raiders
- ReboundsMichael Imariagbe16Wright State Raiders
- PointsCorey Hadnot II22Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons
- AssistsCorey Hadnot II5Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons
- ReboundsDarius Duffy7Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons
Recent form
Wright State Raiders
Last 10: 8-2Streak L182 scored · 77.7 allowed per game3-1 at home
- L66-72at Robert Morris ColonialsFeb 5
- W83-75at Green Bay PhoenixFeb 1
- W76-69at Milwaukee PanthersJan 31
- W88-80vs Northern Kentucky NorseJan 24
- L79-85vs Cleveland State VikingsJan 22
- W93-83vs Youngstown State PenguinsJan 16
- W94-84at Oakland Golden GrizzliesJan 11
- W84-82at Detroit Mercy TitansJan 10
- W81-77at IU Indianapolis JaguarsJan 4
- W76-70vs Milwaukee PanthersJan 1
Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons
Last 10: 6-3-1Streak L167 scored · 67.9 allowed per game3-0 away
- 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
- W79-74at Robert Morris ColonialsJan 11
- W71-69at Youngstown State PenguinsJan 8
- W74-71vs Cleveland State VikingsJan 4
- L54-72vs Green Bay PhoenixJan 1
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 | Wright State Raiders |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-53 | 26-53 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 8-23 | 7-23 |
| Three-point % | 35 | 30 |
| Free throws | 10-13 | 14-24 |
| Free throw % | 77 | 58 |
| Rebounds | 24 | 39 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 16 |
| Defensive rebounds | 17 | 23 |
| Assists | 10 | 16 |
| Steals | 10 | 6 |
| Blocks | 3 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 18 |
| Fast-break points | 16 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 32 |
| Fouls | 19 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 17 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 4 | 91 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half27-41Solomon Callaghan makes 17-foot jumper (Michael Cooper assists)
- 1st Half29-41Darius Duffy makes 6-foot dunk (Corey Hadnot II assists)
- 1st Half29-43Michael Imariagbe makes layup (Solomon Callaghan assists)
- 2nd Half30-43Deangelo Elisee makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half30-45TJ Burch makes driving layup
- 2nd Half31-45Corey Hadnot II makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half32-45Corey Hadnot II makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half34-45DeAndre Craig Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half36-45Mikale Stevenson makes layup (Corey Hadnot II assists)
- 2nd Half38-45Corey Hadnot II makes 15-foot jumper
- 2nd Half38-46Michael Imariagbe makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-46Mikale Stevenson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half40-46Mikale Stevenson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-46Corey Hadnot II makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half46-46Mikale Stevenson makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half48-46Yuval Levin makes layup
- 2nd Half48-48Michael Cooper makes layup
- 2nd Half51-48Mikale Stevenson makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half51-50Michael Cooper makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half53-50Corey Hadnot II makes layup
- 2nd Half53-53Kellen Pickett makes 26-foot three point jumper (Michael Cooper assists)
- 2nd Half53-56Solomon Callaghan makes 23-foot three point jumper (Michael Imariagbe assists)
- 2nd Half55-56Corey Hadnot II makes 18-foot jumper
- 2nd Half55-58TJ Burch makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-58Darius Duffy makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half57-61Kellen Pickett makes 23-foot three point jumper (Sam Alamutu assists)
- 2nd Half57-64Kellen Pickett makes 24-foot three point jumper (Michael Cooper assists)
- 2nd Half59-64Mikale Stevenson makes layup (Chris Morgan assists)
- 2nd Half59-65Michael Imariagbe makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-65Corey Hadnot II makes 6-foot jumper
- 2nd Half61-67Michael Cooper makes 20-foot jumper
- 2nd Half61-68Dominic Pangonis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-69Dominic Pangonis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-69Darius Duffy makes 2-foot dunk (DeAndre Craig Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half66-69Maximus Nelson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Corey Hadnot II assists)
- 2nd Half66-70Michael Imariagbe makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-71Michael Imariagbe makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-71Corey Hadnot II makes layup
- 2nd Half68-72Michael Imariagbe makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-73Michael Imariagbe makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Wright State Raiders, below favours Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons.
Venue
- Nutter CenterDayton, OH
- Attendance4298
- OfficialsDaryl Gelinas, Tariq Lucas, Aran Hart
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