- Matchup: Ball State Cardinals vs Bowling Green Falcons
- Date: Tuesday, February 3, 2026
- Venue: Stroh Center, Bowling Green, OH
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Stroh Center is set to host the Bowling Green Falcons (13-8) as they take on the Ball State Cardinals (7-13) this Tuesday.
In their most recent outing, the Ball State Cardinals faced the Toledo Rockets and fell short with a final score of 73-55. The Cardinals struggled offensively, shooting just 31.4% from the field (16 of 51) and making 4 of 20 attempts from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they converted 19 of 27 for a percentage of 70.4%. Ball State managed to grab 31 rebounds, including 10 offensive boards, along with 7 assists, while forcing their opponent into 13 turnovers and recording 6 steals. On the defensive end, Ball State allowed Toledo to shoot 49.1% from the floor, with Toledo making 27 of their 55 attempts. The Rockets also tallied 14 assists and 9 steals, securing 30 rebounds (4 offensive, 26 defensive) without registering any blocks. Toledo had an impressive free-throw performance, sinking 12 of 14 attempts (85.7%) and converting 7 of 22 from the three-point line. In terms of fouls, Ball State committed 13 while Toledo had 16.
Kayden Fish was notable for Ball State in that game, scoring 14 points on 5 of 12 shooting in just 15 minutes, along with 5 rebounds, but didn’t record any assists.
The Cardinals come into this game with a season record of 7-13. They average 10.5 turnovers per game and are committing 15.7 fouls per contest. As a team, they secure an average of 31.7 rebounds per game and have registered 253 assists this season, ranking them 324th nationally in assists. Ball State’s three-point shooting is sitting at 31.3% (140 of 448) while their free-throw percentage is at 69.9%. Currently, the Cardinals average 67.9 points per game, placing them 332nd in the nation, and they are making 42.3% of their field goals.
On the defensive side, the Cardinals force 13.2 turnovers per game while drawing 16.0 fouls. They restrict opponents to 34.6% shooting from beyond the arc and rank 77th nationally in points allowed per game at 69.8. Ball State gives up a field goal percentage of 45.2% (495 of 1,094) and averages 35.6 rebounds per contest. They rank 131st in college basketball in assists allowed, surrendering 272 assists so far this season.
Meanwhile, the Bowling Green Falcons recently lost a close match to Central Michigan, ending with a score of 62-59. In terms of rebounding, Bowling Green allowed Central Michigan to secure 39 total rebounds (10 offensive). The Falcons struggled from long range, shooting only 18.8% (3 of 16) and went 7 of 15 from the free-throw line (46.7%). Central Michigan shot 43.3% from the field, converting 26 of their 60 attempts. Bowling Green managed to shoot 35.8% overall, going 24 of 67, and made 4 of 16 three-point attempts (25.0%). They had 12 free-throw opportunities due to Central Michigan committing 15 fouls. The Falcons turned the ball over 9 times but managed to secure 10 steals and totaled 34 rebounds (26 defensive, 8 offensive).
Javontae Campbell significantly contributed to the Falcons’ effort, scoring 21 points in 39 minutes of play while distributing 4 assists. He shot 38.1%, converting 8 of 21 attempts, and secured 2 rebounds.
The Bowling Green Falcons hold a season record of 13-8. Offensively, they excel, shooting 49.5% from the field, placing them 25th in Division 1 basketball. Bowling Green has accumulated 1,803 points this season, averaging 85.9 points per game, along with 36.0 rebounds per contest. They dish out an impressive average of 15.7 assists per game (ranking 92nd nationally) while committing 11.6 turnovers. The team also commits 17.7 personal fouls per game and has a free-throw shooting percentage of 73.7%.
Defensively, Bowling Green allows 34.3% on three-point attempts (174 of 508) and their opponents convert 74.2% from the free-throw line. They give up an average of 13.2 assists and 32.2 rebounds per game, ranking 172nd and 64th, respectively, in Division 1. The Falcons rank 120th in points allowed per game, giving up an average of 71.3, while forcing 16.7 turnovers and allowing teams to shoot 43.4% from the field (161st in college basketball).
Which team will emerge victorious and cover the spread this evening in NCAA action?
Prediction: Choose Bowling Green
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