- Matchup: Valparaiso Beacons vs Marquette Golden Eagles
- Date: Tuesday, December 2, 2025
- Venue: Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee, WI
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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On Tuesday, the Marquette Golden Eagles (4-3) are set to host the Valparaiso Beacons (4-2) at Fiserv Forum.
In their previous matchup, the Valparaiso Beacons faced off against Southern Indiana, suffering a 64-56 defeat. Valparaiso struggled offensively, shooting just 29.1% from the field (23 of 79) and making only 4 of 26 attempts from three-point range. They managed to hit 6 of their 10 free throws for a 60% conversion rate. The Beacons secured 42 rebounds in total, including 16 off the offensive glass, and recorded 7 assists while forcing 15 turnovers and achieving 6 steals. Defensively, Valparaiso limited Southern Indiana to a 35.7% shooting mark, allowing 20 of 56 attempts. Southern Indiana also recorded 9 assists and 3 steals, securing 43 rebounds (10 offensive, 33 defensive) without any blocks. They converted 15 out of 25 free throw attempts for 60% efficiency and hit 9 of 25 from beyond the arc. Valparaiso committed 16 fouls compared to Southern Indiana’s 13.
Brody Whitaker made a notable contribution, shooting 55.6% from the field with no assists, logging 22 minutes and grabbing 5 rebounds, scoring 10 points (5 of 9 shooting).
Currently, the Beacons hold a 4-2 record for the season. They average 67.8 points per game, ranking 329th nationally, with a shooting percentage of 37.3%. From the three-point line, they hit 27.3% (41 of 150) and convert 66.2% from the free throw line. Valparaiso is collecting 39.3 rebounds per game, with just 63 assists for the season, placing them 351st nationally in assists. They turn the ball over 9.7 times a game and average 16.8 personal fouls.
Defensively, Valparaiso forces opponents into 13.0 turnovers per game and commits an average of 19.8 fouls. They rank 42nd nationwide for assists given up, conceding 68 assists on the season. The Beacons allow an opponent shooting percentage of 41.1% (140 of 341) and accumulate an average of 40.2 rebounds against per game, permitting 31.5% on three-point attempts and ranking 125th for points per game allowed at 70.3.
In their last game, Marquette earned a 85-71 victory over Central Michigan. In rebounding, Marquette allowed Central Michigan to collect a total of 31 boards (14 offensive). They shot 27.8% from three-point range, hitting 5 of 18, and converted 10 of 14 free throw attempts for a 71.4% success rate. Marquette permitted Central Michigan to connect on 28 of 69 field goal attempts, translating to a 40.6% shooting success. Conversely, Marquette finished at 52.8% from the floor, hitting 28 out of 53 shots, and converted 7 of 21 (33.3%) three-pointers. With 20 fouls committed by Central Michigan, Marquette took 35 free throw attempts and forced 9 turnovers while achieving 8 steals. The Golden Eagles totaled 36 rebounds, split between 28 defensive and 8 offensive boards.
Chase Ross played a significant role for Marquette, going 7 for 8 from the field (87.5%), collecting 5 rebounds, scoring 27 points, and dishing out 7 assists in 34 minutes.
Marquette stands at 4-3 this season. They average 18.7 fouls per game and shoot 72.1% from the charity stripe. The Golden Eagles are assisting 16.9 times per game, placing them 74th in Division I, while averaging 12.6 turnovers. Marquette has scored 584 points this season (83.4 points per game) and captures 39.6 rebounds per game. They connect on 43.9% of their shots from the field, ranking them 252nd nationally.
Defensively, the Golden Eagles rank 199th for points allowed (74.4 per game). They force 16.1 turnovers per game and allow opponents to shoot 42.9%, ranking 171st in college basketball. Their defense concedes 34.2% from three-point range (50 of 146) and allows opponents to hit 74.1% from the free throw line. Marquette concedes an average of 16.0 assists and 35.9 rebounds per game, ranking 315th and 218th, respectively.
Who will clinch the victory against the spread in tonight’s NCAA matchup?
Prediction: Bet on Valparaiso
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