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Illinois State Defeats Valparaiso 86-64
The Redbirds dominate the Crusaders in a lopsided college basketball matchup.
Published on Feb. 13, 2026
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The Illinois State Redbirds men's basketball team defeated the Valparaiso Crusaders 86-64 in a recent game. The Redbirds led throughout the contest, pulling away in the second half to secure the comfortable victory.
Why it matters
This win continues a strong season for Illinois State, who are looking to make a push for the NCAA Tournament. Valparaiso, on the other hand, will need to regroup after this lopsided loss.
The details
Illinois State jumped out to an early lead and never looked back, leading by as many as 22 points in the second half. The Redbirds were led in scoring by junior guard Jayden Epps, who poured in 23 points. Valparaiso struggled to find an offensive rhythm, shooting just 38% from the field for the game.
- The game was played on February 12, 2026.
The players
Jayden Epps
A junior guard for the Illinois State Redbirds.
The takeaway
This decisive victory for Illinois State demonstrates their potential as a team to watch in the college basketball landscape this season.
