- Matchup: IPFW Mastodons vs Northern Kentucky Norse
- Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026
- Venue: Truist Arena, Highland Heights, KY
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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On Wednesday, the IPFW Mastodons (15-12) will visit Truist Arena to take on the Northern Kentucky Norse (16-11).
The IPFW Mastodons recently triumphed over IU Indy, securing an 83-78 victory in their last game. In terms of fouls, IPFW attracted 12 while IU Indy was called for 21. From beyond the arc, the Mastodons managed to connect on 10 of 35 attempts. IU Indy boasted an 85.7% success rate at the free-throw line, converting 12 of their 14 attempts. They secured 41 rebounds (11 offensive, 30 defensive) but recorded no blocks. IU Indy produced 15 assists while making 4 steals. Defensively, IPFW allowed 41.8% shooting from the field, surrendering 28 out of 67 attempts. The Mastodons posted 12 assists, forced their opponents into 13 turnovers, and claimed 10 steals. On the boards, they grabbed a total of 31 rebounds, with 7 on the offensive end. At the charity stripe, IPFW converted 14 of 30 attempts, achieving a 46.7% success rate. The Mastodons concluded the game with a field goal percentage of 54.2% (32 of 59) and dropped 5 out of 11 three-point shots.
Corey Hadnot II was a standout performer, delivering 31 points on 14 of 20 shooting. He logged 33 minutes and secured 4 rebounds while dishing 5 assists.
As they enter this matchup, IPFW stands at 15-12 for the season. They average 9.8 turnovers and commit 15.3 fouls per game. As a unit, IPFW pulls down 29.8 rebounds and has tallied 379 assists this season, ranking 145th nationally in assists. The Mastodons boast a 35.5% shooting accuracy from beyond the arc (257 of 724) and a free-throw percentage of 71.7%. They score an average of 78.6 points per game, positioning them 126th in the country, while hitting 46.9% from the field.
On the defensive end, the Mastodons force an average of 14.2 turnovers per game while drawing 15.9 fouls. They allow 36.1% shooting from beyond the arc and rank 263rd in college basketball for points allowed per game (76.9). Defensively, they permit a shooting percentage of 46.4% (745 of 1,605) and concede 37.3 rebounds per game, ranking 308th in Division I for assists allowed with a total of 398 this season.
In their latest game, the Northern Kentucky Norse claimed a narrow victory over IU Indy, finishing 84-81. The Norse achieved 18 defensive rebounds and 12 offensive boards, totaling 30 rebounds in the game. They turned the ball over 12 times while securing 6 steals. IU Indy committed 25 personal fouls, sending the Norse to the free-throw line for 30 attempts, where they converted 19 shots at a 63.3% rate. From beyond the arc, Northern Kentucky hit 9 of 21 shots (42.9%). Overall, they finished 28 out of 54 from the field, equating to a shooting percentage of 51.9%. Defensively, the Norse allowed IU Indy to shoot 32 out of 68 attempts (47.1%) and permitted 35 total rebounds (14 offensive).
Donovan Oday was a key contributor for the Norse, hitting 10 of 15 shots for a 66.7% shooting efficiency, along with 3 rebounds. He finished with 26 points in 34 minutes on the court and provided 3 assists.
Northern Kentucky holds a record of 16-11 this year. Offensively, the Norse shoot 46.8% from the field, ranking 92nd in the nation. They have accumulated 2,239 points this season (82.9 per game) and grab 35.1 rebounds on average. Their assist count stands at 15.5 per game (93rd in college basketball), and they average 12.0 turnovers. On the free-throw line, they shoot at 71.7% and commit 18.2 personal fouls per game.
Defensively, Northern Kentucky ranks 261st in points allowed per game, forfeiting 76.8. They force around 14.3 turnovers per game, allowing opponents to shoot 45.6% from the field (269th in Division I). Their defense permits 35.5% shooting from three-point land (222 of 625), with opponents converting on 69.4% of free-throw attempts. They surrender 14.0 assists and 35.1 rebounds per game, placing them 236th and 227th in the country, respectively.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NCAA game against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on Northern Kentucky
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