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Braves defeat Panthers, will head to MVC Tourney as #2 Seed

Peoria, IL -- The Bradley Braves 24-7 (15-5 MVC) defeated the Northern Iowa Panthers 20-11 (14-6 MVC) with a final score of 73-56

Looking back
In a thrilling MVC contest on March 2, 2025, at Carver Arena in Peoria, Illinois, Bradley powered through UNI in a 73-56 victory, securing a pivotal win as they continue their march toward the postseason.

The game started with both teams trading baskets, but it was Bradley who surged ahead with a solid offensive performance, shooting 53.3% from the field and 57.1% from beyond the arc. Ahmet Jonovic and Darius Hannah got things going for the Braves, collecting six of BU's first nine points to open the game.