| MATCHUP | Evansville Purple Aces | Belmont Bruins |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 6-22 | 25-4 |
| Where | Curb Event Center Arena, Nashville, TN | |
| When | Wednesday, February 25, 2026 | |
| Time | 07:30 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
In this article we will formulate an Evansville vs Belmont prediction for this College Basketball game on Wednesday, February 25th at Curb Event Center Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Evansville Purple Aces Betting Preview
The Evansville Purple Aces are 6-22 (2-15) this season after they lost to Murray State by a score of 88-75 in their last game. Evansville trailed 37-36 at halftime and they allowed 51 points in the second half in the loss. The Purple Aces shot 48% from the field, 41% on three pointers, and 83% on free throws in the game. AJ Casey led Evansville with 19 points and four assists, while Leif Moeller added 17 points and six rebounds in the loss.
Prior to that game, Evansville lost to UIC by a score of 84-46 and Southern Illinois by a score of 86-60. The Purple Aces have scored 66.9 points per game with 31.5 rebounds and 13.1 assists per game, while they have allowed 75.8 points against per game this season. AJ Casey is averaging 11.9 points and 5.5 rebounds per game, while Leif Moeller is averaging 10.7 points and 3.9 assists per game for the Purple Aces. Evansville is shooting 42.7% from the field, 71.8% on free throws, and 32.6% on three pointers this season.
Belmont Bruins Betting Preview
The Belmont Bruins are 25-4 (15-3) this year after they defeated Indiana State by a score of 87-70 in their last game. Belmont led 39-25 at halftime and they scored 48 points in the second half to secure the win. The Bruins shot 51% from the field, 26% on three pointers, and 87% on free throws in the game. Jack Smiley led Belmont with 18 points and three assists, while Tyler Lundblade added 11 points and six rebounds in the win.
Prior to that game, Belmont defeated Murray State by a score of 87-70 and Northern Iowa by a score of 91-86. The Bruins have scored 83.9 points per game with 36.6 rebounds and 18.3 assists per game, while they have allowed 72.5 points against per game this season. Tyler Lundblade is averaging 15.8 points and 2.7 rebounds per game, while Sam Orme is averaging 12.6 points and 5.2 rebounds per game for the Bruins. Belmont is shooting 51.6% from the field, 68.7% on free throws, and 39.6% on three pointers this year.
Why the Belmont Bruins will win
- Belmont has won 12 of its last 13 games.
- Evansville has lost 12 of its last 13 night games against the Missouri Valley Conference.
- Evansville has lost the first half in seven of its last eight road games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Belmont’s last eight home night games against the Missouri Valley Conference have produced a total of 152+ points.
- Four of Evansville’s last five night games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 147 or fewer points.
Evansville vs Belmont Prediction
Belmont comes into this matchup with a big lead in the MVC standings and they are big favorites to win here. The Bruins are shooting 52% from the field and they have scored at least 87 points in three straight games. Evansville has lost three in a row and they are just 2-15 in conference play. The Purple Aces are shooting 43% from the field and they have allowed at least 84 points in three straight. Take the over here, as Belmont should have a huge day on offense.