Cleveland State vs IPFW Picks and Prediction – 1/31/2025

By: Dylan Hellebrand |

Last Updated: 01/29/2025 at 9:21 PM ET

Cleveland State at IPFW 01/30/25 - NCAAB Picks & Predictions
Game Start: 1/31/2025, 2:00 AM UTC
Latest Odds: IPFW -4 ; O/U 148.5

Cleveland State vs IPFW Prediction

On Thursday, the Cleveland State Vikings (16-6) face off against the Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons (15-7) at the Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Get ready for the college basketball season with our college basketball picks.

Purdue Fort Wayne comes into this matchup on a one-game winning streak and has won four of their last five games. In a decisive 91-80 victory over IU Indianapolis, Jalen Jackson delivered an impressive performance for the Mastodons by scoring 38 points. Throughout this season, Jackson has been the top scorer for Purdue Fort Wayne, maintaining an average of 20.4 points per game. Rasheed Bello follows as the team’s second-highest scorer, contributing an average of 14.4 points per game. On the rebounding front, Eric Mulder is leading the charge with an average of 6.8 rebounds per game. Bello also stands out as the leading playmaker, averaging 4.2 assists per game. Across their last five matchups, the Mastodons have managed to put up an average of 90.2 points per game. The team is currently aiming to build on their recent success by securing a second consecutive win and achieving their ninth victory in conference play this season. Overall, Purdue Fort Wayne boasts an impressive scoring average of 84.1 points per game.

Cleveland State enters this game on a twelve-game winning streak. In their convincing 81-66 victory over Green Bay, Chase Robinson made a significant impact by scoring 17 points for the Vikings. This season, Tevin Smith has been a standout performer for Cleveland State, leading the team in scoring with an average of 14 points per game. Right behind him in scoring prowess is Tahj Staveskie, who contributes an average of 11.6 points each game. On the defensive end, Dylan Arnett dominates the boards, grabbing an average of 7.4 rebounds per game for Cleveland State. When it comes to playmaking, Ebrima Dibba sets the pace by leading the team with an average of 4 assists per game. Over their last five matchups, Cleveland State has maintained a robust scoring average of 75 points per game. The Vikings are eager to continue their successful run by securing their thirteenth consecutive win and adding an eleventh conference victory to their season tally. Throughout this season, they have been consistently strong on offense, averaging 74.5 points per game.

Cleveland State vs IPFW Pick Analysis

Cleveland State is riding high with an impressive victory run, having won their last twelve games. At the same time, Purdue Fort Wayne boasts a strong track record on their home court, with nine consecutive wins. A captivating showdown is anticipated as Purdue Fort Wayne's explosive offense prepares to challenge the formidable defense of Cleveland State in an eagerly awaited conference game. In terms of conference performance, Cleveland State has been dominant, securing victories in ten out of eleven games, while Purdue Fort Wayne has also shown strength with eight wins out of their eleven conference matchups. Both teams are eagerly looking forward to this pivotal clash. Final Score Prediction, Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons win a close one and cover the spread 75-70.

Our Free NCAA Basketball Pick for IPFW vs Cleveland State

Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons -4