NCAAB · Final

Cleveland State Tops Radford in Close Contest

Sunday, November 16, 2025, 2:30 PM ET · Colonial Hall

Cleveland State Vikings 87, Radford Highlanders 82, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Radford Highlanders vs Cleveland State Vikings?

Cleveland State Vikings beat Radford Highlanders 87-82 at Colonial Hall on November 16, 2025.

In a thrilling matchup at Colonial Hall, the Cleveland State Vikings edged out the Radford Highlanders with a final score of 87-82. This game was particularly noteworthy as both teams entered with identical records of 2-3, making the outcome crucial for their early-season momentum. Cleveland State's recent form had seen them struggle, losing their last two games, while Radford had also faced challenges, suffering defeats in their last two outings as well.

Cleveland State's performance this season has been characterized by a scoring average of 74.2 points per game, while allowing an average of 78.7 points. Their last ten games reflect a record of 4-6, with a home record of 3-2 and an away record of 1-4. In their last five games, Cleveland State has averaged 74.2 points scored but has struggled defensively, allowing an average of 85.8 points.

On the other hand, Radford has averaged 74.8 points scored per game, with a significantly lower average of 71.1 points allowed. Their last ten games show a record of 6-4, with a home record of 5-2 and an away record of 1-2. In their last five games, Radford has scored an average of 77.0 points while allowing 78.6 points.

The game unfolded with a competitive spirit, showcasing the resilience of both teams. Cleveland State managed to secure the victory despite their recent struggles, while Radford continued to seek answers after their recent losses. The scoring plays in the second half were particularly intense, with key contributions from players such as Preist Ryan and Dennis Parker Jr. who made crucial shots and free throws in the closing moments.

The market had favored Cleveland State with a 1.0 probability of winning, reflecting the confidence in their ability to perform at home. The game conditions were set in front of a home crowd, which often provides a significant advantage in college basketball.

Viewers were treated to a display of competitive basketball, with both teams showcasing their strengths and weaknesses. As the game progressed, it was evident that the Vikings' ability to capitalize on free throws in the final moments was critical to their success. The scoring plays highlighted the tension and excitement that college basketball often brings, with both teams fighting hard until the final buzzer.

Leaders

PointsDayan Nessah20Cleveland State Vikings
AssistsTre Beard6Cleveland State Vikings
ReboundsJosiah Harris15Cleveland State Vikings
PointsDel Jones19Radford Highlanders
AssistsDel Jones5Radford Highlanders
ReboundsTyson Brown13Radford Highlanders

Recent form

Cleveland State Vikings

Last 10: 4-6Streak L274.2 scored · 78.7 allowed per game3-2 at home

L95-102vs Kent State Golden FlashesNov 15
L63-110at Northwestern WildcatsNov 11
W71-70vs Capital CrusadersNov 7
L88-91at Loyola Chicago RamblersNov 4
L54-56vs Youngstown State PenguinsMar 11
W68-63vs Northern Kentucky NorseMar 7
W68-57vs Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsMar 1
L76-82at Wright State RaidersFeb 28
L86-91at Oakland Golden GrizzliesFeb 23
W73-65at Detroit Mercy TitansFeb 22

Radford Highlanders

Last 10: 6-4Streak L274.8 scored · 71.1 allowed per game1-2 away

L59-92vs Wright State RaidersNov 15
L74-89at North Carolina Tar HeelsNov 12
W99-61vs West Virginia Wesleyan BobcatsNov 8
W80-75vs Western Illinois LeathernecksNov 4
L73-76at High Point PanthersMar 8
W74-69vs Presbyterian Blue HoseMar 7
W76-60vs Charleston Southern BuccaneersMar 1
W63-56at Gardner-Webb Runnin' BulldogsFeb 27
L73-80vs Presbyterian Blue HoseFeb 22
W77-53vs UNC Asheville BulldogsFeb 21

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
High Point	31-5	-	15-1
Winthrop	23-11	2	13-3
Radford	16-16	6	9-7
Longwood	16-16	7	8-8
UNC Asheville	15-17	7	8-8
Presbyterian	15-18	8	7-9
Charleston Southern	15-17	9	6-10
South Carolina Upstate	13-19	10	5-11
Gardner-Webb	4-29	14	1-15
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	Radford Highlanders	Cleveland State Vikings
Field goals	28-74	24-54
Field goal %	38	44
Three-pointers	6-30	9-26
Three-point %	20	35
Free throws	20-30	30-46
Free throw %	67	65
Rebounds	46	43
Offensive rebounds	21	10
Defensive rebounds	25	33
Assists	11	18
Steals	7	8
Blocks	2	1
Turnovers	15	16
Team turnovers	0	2
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	19	16
Fast-break points	6	16
Points in the paint	36	28
Fouls	32	23
Largest lead	17	5

How the scoring went

2nd Half58-49Tyson Brown made Free Throw.
2nd Half58-50Chevalier Emery made Free Throw.
2nd Half60-50Dennis Parker Jr. made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half63-50Lukas Walls made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Del Jones.
2nd Half63-51Dayan Nessah made Free Throw.
2nd Half65-51Del Jones made Layup.
2nd Half65-53Dayan Nessah made Layup. Assisted by Josiah Harris.
2nd Half67-53Lukas Walls made Layup.
2nd Half67-55Dayan Nessah made Layup.
2nd Half67-56Dayan Nessah made Free Throw.
2nd Half67-57Preist Ryan made Free Throw.
2nd Half67-58Preist Ryan made Free Throw.
2nd Half68-58Tyson Brown made Free Throw.
2nd Half69-58Tyson Brown made Free Throw.
2nd Half69-59Dayan Nessah made Free Throw.
2nd Half69-60Dayan Nessah made Free Throw.
2nd Half71-60Tyson Brown made Dunk. Assisted by Dennis Parker Jr..
2nd Half71-63Foster Wonders made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tre Beard.
2nd Half73-63Dennis Parker Jr. made Jumper.
2nd Half73-64Dayan Nessah made Free Throw.
2nd Half74-64Dennis Parker Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half74-66Chevalier Emery made Layup.
2nd Half74-69Josiah Harris made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tre Beard.
2nd Half74-70Chevalier Emery made Free Throw.
2nd Half74-73Foster Wonders made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tre Beard.
2nd Half75-73Lukas Walls made Free Throw.
2nd Half76-73Lukas Walls made Free Throw.
2nd Half76-76Josiah Harris made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dayan Nessah.
2nd Half76-78Tre Beard made Jumper.
2nd Half77-78Dennis Parker Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half77-80Dayan Nessah made Jumper. Assisted by Tre Beard.
2nd Half79-80Del Jones made Jumper.
2nd Half79-82Preist Ryan made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half79-83Preist Ryan made Free Throw.
2nd Half81-83Dennis Parker Jr. made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half82-83Dennis Parker Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half82-84Tre Beard made Free Throw.
2nd Half82-85Tre Beard made Free Throw.
2nd Half82-86Preist Ryan made Free Throw.
2nd Half82-87Josiah Harris made Free Throw.

Win probability

Above the line favours Cleveland State Vikings, below favours Radford Highlanders.