Chicago State vs. DePaul Picks and Prediction, November 3, 2025
On Monday, the Chicago State Cougars face off against the DePaul Blue Demons at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. This game will be aired on ESPN+. Keep up to date with all the NCAAB action, with our College Basketball predictions.
Game Information for Chicago State vs DePaul
- November 3, 2025
- 8:00pm EST
- Wintrust Arena
- ESPN+
DePaul Form & Recent Results
DePaul is looking to bounce back after a rough end to end last year's season, dropping their last two games. However, if you look back to last year, the Blue Demons actually finished strong, winning three out of their last five contests. When it comes to scoring, CJ Gunn stood out as DePaul’s main offensive threat last season, topping the roster with an average of 12.9 points per game. Not far behind him was Isaiah Rivera, who also delivered solid performances, posting 10.8 points per contest. On the boards, NJ Benson was the team's go-to rebounder, pulling down an average of 6.2 rebounds each game. Meanwhile, Conor Enright set up his teammates nicely, leading the squad with 6.2 assists per game last year. Looking at their offensive output, DePaul averaged 75.2 points in their final five games last season, showing strong signs of improvement as they wrapped up the year. Over the entire season, the Blue Demons averaged 72.4 points per game. As they gear up to face Chicago State at home, DePaul hopes to build on that late-season momentum and secure a much-needed win in front of their fans.
Chicago State Form & Recent Results
Chicago State heads into the new season hoping to turn things around after ending last year with eight straight losses. The Cougars struggled offensively, finishing the season averaging just 62.5 points per game. Their top scorer, Jalen Forrest, put up 12.6 points per contest and often provided the spark for the team. Behind him, Noble Crawford and Gabe Spinelli both chipped in 9.5 points per game, helping to share the scoring load. On the boards, Quincy Allen led the team by pulling down an average of 5.2 rebounds each game, while Spinelli also stood out as the Cougars’ main playmaker, averaging 3.2 assists. Defensively, Chicago State had their challenges, allowing opponents to score 76.6 points per game over their final five games. After finishing with just four wins last year, the Cougars are hoping to leave those struggles behind as they work toward a fresh start this season.
Key Players for Chicago State and DePaul
- Chicago State’s Gabe Spinelli last season: 9.5 points per/g, 3/2 assists per/g
- DePaul’s CJ Gunn last season: 12.9 points per/g
Chicago State vs DePaul Picks and Prediction
Chicago State had a tough season last year, managing to win only four of their thirty-two games, which left fans feeling frustrated. Now, with hopes of turning things around, they’ll aim to use last season’s struggles as motivation when they travel across the city to take on DePaul. Meanwhile, DePaul, while expected to have the upper hand at home, won’t be overlooking their crosstown rivals. Final Score Prediction, DePaul Blue Demons win 80-62.
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