Toledo Defeats Ball State in MAC Men's Basketball

Rockets win 73-55 in conference matchup at Savage Arena

Jan. 31, 2026 at 2:47pm

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The University of Toledo men's basketball team defeated Ball State University 73-55 in a Mid-American Conference game played on Saturday at Savage Arena in Toledo, Ohio.

Why it matters

This conference matchup between two MAC rivals was an important early-season game as both teams look to position themselves for a run at the conference title and a potential NCAA Tournament berth.

The details

Toledo led from start to finish, building a double-digit lead in the first half and maintaining control throughout the second half. The Rockets were led in scoring by their senior guard, who poured in a game-high 22 points.

  • The game was played on Saturday, January 31, 2026.

The players

University of Toledo

The men's basketball team from the University of Toledo, a public research university located in Toledo, Ohio.

Ball State University

The men's basketball team from Ball State University, a public research university located in Muncie, Indiana.

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The takeaway

This win gives Toledo an early advantage in the MAC standings as they look to secure a spot in the NCAA Tournament, while Ball State will need to regroup and try to bounce back in their next conference matchup.