- Matchup: Bellarmine Knights vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish
- Date: Wednesday, November 19, 2025
- Venue: Purcell Pavilion, South Bend, IN
- Broadcast: ACC Extra
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The Bellarmine Knights (1-3) are headed to Purcell Pavilion this Wednesday with the aim of overcoming the Notre Dame Fighting Irish (3-1).
In their most recent matchup, the Bellarmine Knights faced Wofford and fell short with a final score of 94-86. The Knights committed 20 personal fouls, while Wofford notched 18. From three-point territory, Bellarmine was successful 16 out of 28 times. Wofford converted 22 of their 29 free throw attempts, achieving a 75.9% success rate. They secured a total of 27 rebounds (6 offensive, 21 defensive) but did not register any blocks. Wofford recorded 25 assists and made 4 steals. On the defensive end, the Knights allowed their opponents to shoot an impressive 54.9%, connecting on 28 out of 51 shots. Bellarmine recorded 11 assists while forcing 11 turnovers and achieving 8 steals. When it came to rebounding, they gathered 26, including 8 offensive boards. At the free throw line, the Knights made 21 from 26 attempts, boasting an 80.8% conversion rate. Overall, Bellarmine achieved a field goal success of 50.8% (30 of 59), including 5 out of 19 from beyond the arc.
One standout performer was Brian Waddell, who contributed significantly with 23 points on 9 of 13 shooting. He logged 36 minutes on the court and also secured 6 rebounds. His field goal percentage was an impressive 69.2%, along with 2 assists.
The Bellarmine Knights come into this game with a season record of 1-3. They are averaging 12.5 turnovers per game and committing 16.5 fouls. As a unit, they’re collecting 29.8 rebounds per game and have compiled 56 assists this season, ranking 232nd in D-1. The Knights have made 29.4% of their shots from beyond the arc (25 of 85) and are hitting 76.8% of free throws. They score an average of 77.5 points per game (221st in the nation) and shoot at 48.7% from the field.
Defensively, the Knights manage to force 12.5 turnovers each contest while drawing an average of 15.5 fouls. In terms of defense, they stand 326th in D-1 for assists allowed, giving up 75 this season. The Knights give up shooting percentages of 50.6% (119 of 235) and allow 33.0 rebounds per game. They also permit opponents a 42.1% success rate from three-point range and rank 345th in college hoops for points allowed per game at 87.8.
In their latest outing, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish lost a close game to Ohio State with a final score of 64-63. Notre Dame gave up 24 rebounds to Ohio State in total (1 offensive rebound). They shot 30.4% from long range, with 7 successful attempts out of 23, and finished the game shooting 19 of 23 from the free throw line (82.6%). The Fighting Irish allowed Ohio State to convert 19 of 50 field goal attempts, achieving 38.0%. Overall, Notre Dame went 24 for 51 from the field (47.1%). From three-point range, they made 3 out of 10 attempts (30.0%) and had a free throw success rate of 60.0%. Ohio State committed 16 personal fouls during the game, granting the Fighting Irish 20 free throw attempts. Notre Dame recorded 13 turnovers and achieved 6 steals in the matchup. They collected 26 defensive rebounds and 3 offensive rebounds for a total of 29 rebounds.
Markus Burton played a vital role for the Fighting Irish, scoring 14 points on 3 of 14 shooting (21.4%), along with 2 rebounds and 1 assist in his 30 minutes on the floor.
Notre Dame has a solid record of 3-1 this season. Offensively, they are shooting 49.4% from the field, ranking 74th in D-1. They’ve scored 332 points this year (83.0 points per game) and are averaging 41.3 rebounds per contest. The Fighting Irish distribute the ball for 13.8 assists per game (234th in the country) and average 12.3 turnovers per game. They commit 18.8 personal fouls per game and hit on 69.0% of free throw attempts.
Defensively, Notre Dame allows opponents to shoot 30.4% from three-point territory (28 of 92) and teams are making 69.7% of their free throws against them. They concede an average of 11.8 assists and 29.0 rebounds per game, ranking 118th and 25th in college basketball. The Fighting Irish rank 58th in D-1 for points allowed per game at 64.8. Additionally, they force an average of 12.3 turnovers per game while allowing opponents to shoot 39.4% from the field (99th in college).
Who will come out on top in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Pick: Back Bellarmine
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