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Indiana State Sycamores defeat Valparaiso Beacons
Sycamores cover the spread in March 5 matchup
Published on Mar. 6, 2026
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The Indiana State Sycamores defeated the Valparaiso Beacons in a college basketball game played on March 5, 2026. Valparaiso was favored to win by 3 points or more, but they failed to cover the spread, so those who bet on Indiana State won their bets.
Why it matters
This game was part of the Missouri Valley Conference tournament, a key event for determining which teams will advance to the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament. The outcome impacts the seeding and momentum of both teams heading into the postseason.
The details
The final score of the game was not provided, but the key detail is that Valparaiso, the favored team, did not cover the 3-point spread, meaning Indiana State won the game outright.
- The game was played on March 5, 2026.
The players
Indiana State Sycamores
The men's basketball team representing Indiana State University.
Valparaiso Beacons
The men's basketball team representing Valparaiso University.
What’s next
The winner of this game will advance to the next round of the Missouri Valley Conference tournament, moving one step closer to an automatic bid to the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament.
The takeaway
This game highlights the unpredictability of college basketball, where the favored team does not always cover the spread, providing opportunities for bettors who took the underdog.
