The Missouri Valley Conference is only a one-bid league at the 2025 NCAA Tournament, making Sunday’s matchup between the Drake Bulldogs and Bradley Braves critical. Drake is 23-2 overall and first in the MVC with a 13-2 record, hosting second-place Bradley, who is 20-6 on the season and 11-4 in the conference. In their last four meetings, Drake has emerged victorious.

Match Details:

• Date and Time: February 16, 2025, at 2 p.m. ET
• Location: Knapp Center, Des Moines, Iowa
• Drake’s Spread: -6.5
• Over/Under: 129.5 points

Drake has won 11 of its last 13 matchups with Bradley at home. The Bulldogs recently secured their 11th consecutive victory against Illinois State, and Bennett Stirtz played a pivotal role, leading the MVC in multiple statistical categories. Meanwhile, the Braves, led by Duke Deen, also posted a strong performance against Southern Illinois. This matchup is crucial for both teams as they look to solidify their standings in the upcoming tournament.