- Matchup: IPFW Mastodons vs. Ohio State Buckeyes
- Scheduled Date: Friday, November 7, 2025
- Venue: Value City Arena, Columbus, OH
- Broadcasting on: BTN
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The Ohio State Buckeyes (1-0) will host the IPFW Mastodons (0-1) this Friday at Value City Arena.
In their last outing, the IPFW Mastodons faced off against the Grand Canyon team, suffering a defeat with a final score of 90-71. IPFW recorded a 42.2% shooting efficiency, hitting 27 of 64 attempts, and made 8 out of 30 three-pointers. From the free-throw line, they were impressive, converting 9 of 10 shots for a 90.0% accuracy. On the boards, the Mastodons pulled down a total of 21 rebounds, including 4 offensive rebounds. Additionally, they registered 14 assists while forcing the opposition into 15 turnovers and securing 9 steals. Defensively, IPFW allowed their opponents to achieve a shooting percentage of 56.1%, with Grand Canyon converting 32 of 57 attempts. Grand Canyon dished out 21 assists and made 7 steals, along with grabbing 39 rebounds (7 offensive, 32 defensive) without a blocked shot. They finished with a 75.0% rate from the free-throw line, making 15 of 20 attempts, and converted 11 of 24 shots from the perimeter. Both teams recorded 16 fouls during the match.
DeAndre Craig made a notable impact, shooting 58.3% from the field and scoring 18 points on 7 of 12 shooting efforts. He also contributed 2 rebounds during his 28 minutes on the court without any assists.
Currently, IPFW holds a 0-1 record for the season. They average 13.0 turnovers per game and commit around 16.0 personal fouls. As a unit, they secure 27.0 rebounds and compile 14 assists, ranking 225th nationally in assist rates. Their three-point shooting stands at 26.7% (8 of 30), while their free-throw efficiency is commendable at 90.0%. They average 71.0 points per game, placing them 258th in Division 1, with an overall field goal percentage of 42.2%.
Defensively, the Mastodons generate 15.0 turnovers each game while drawing 16.0 fouls. They concede 45.8% shooting from three-point range and are 320th nationally for points allowed per game (90.0). Their opposition shoots 56.1% against them (32 of 57), and they allow an average of 39.0 rebounds while ranking 317th in assists allowed, conceding 21 this season.
In their last contest, the Ohio State Buckeyes emerged victorious against IU Indy, winning 118-102. They secured a total of 41 rebounds (30 defensive and 11 offensive) but also gave up possession 16 times, forcing 6 steals in the process. IU Indy committed 36 fouls, earning the Buckeyes 53 opportunities at the free-throw line, of which 42 were converted at a rate of 79.2%. From beyond the arc, Ohio State made 8 of their 22 attempts (36.4%), and finished the game shooting 63.0% (34 of 54) from the field. Meanwhile, IU Indy managed to shoot 50.0% (38 of 76), hitting 12 of 38 (31.6%) from three-point range, and converting 14 of 20 free throws (70.0%). Ohio State limited IU Indy to 24 total rebounds, of which 11 were offensive.
Christoph Tilly was a standout for Ohio State in this game, scoring 28 points during his 29 minutes on the court and contributing 3 assists. He had an impressive shooting clip, making 9 of 11 attempts (81.8%) and pulling down 9 rebounds.
Ohio State boasts a 1-0 record thus far. Offensively, they are shooting at a remarkable 63.0% clip, placing them 4th in the nation. They have tallied 118 points in total and average 41.0 rebounds per game. The assist rate stands at 19.0 per contest (98th in college), but they turn the ball over 17.0 times. Ohio State averages 17.0 fouls per game and maintains a free-throw accuracy of 79.2%.
Defensively, the Buckeyes rank 352nd in points allowed per game, currently sitting at 102.0. They force 13.0 turnovers on average and allow opponents to shoot 50.0% (314th nationally). They also permit a 31.6% conversion rate on three-point shots (12 of 38) and allow 70.0% from the free-throw line. Their defensive stats show an average concession of 20.0 assists and 25.0 rebounds per game, ranked 334th and 57th respectively.
Who will cover the spread in tonight’s NCAA clash?
Prediction: Back IPFW
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