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03-02 06:00
81 - 74
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Illinois State
38
43
81
Belmont
40
34
74
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Match Info
Illinois State held off Belmont 81-74 in a high-scoring NCAA basketball Missouri Valley Conference contest on March 1, 2026. The Redbirds outlasted the Bruins in an offensive shootout, making critical plays in the final minutes to secure a home victory. The game featured fast-paced action from the start, with both teams trading baskets and little defensive resistance. Belmont's sharp three-point shooting kept them in the game, and they held a slight lead at various points in the second half. Illinois State responded with its own offensive firepower, particularly from inside the arc. With the score tied in the final three minutes, Illinois State went on a decisive 7-0 run, fueled by a steal and a three-pointer, to take control. Belmont had a chance to cut the lead to one possession but missed a key three, and Illinois State closed the game out at the free-throw line. The win was important for Illinois State's standing in a crowded MVC race. The Illinois State coach praised his team's offensive execution down the stretch, while the Belmont coach pointed to defensive lapses in crucial moments.

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The Illinois State vs Belmont fixture is part of the NCAA during the 2025-2026 season. Follow live scores, NCAA fixtures, match statistics, NCAA standings and NCAA match results for Illinois State vs Belmont on Tiger Scores 365.

Match Date: Mar 1, 2026

Competition: NCAA

Country: United States

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