US EditionLast-minute rally lifts Bradley over Indiana State
Bradley outscored Indiana State by nine points in the second half, with Jaquan Johnson scoring 18 points and key free throws sealing the 75-68 win.
- Bradley Braves executed a late comeback to defeat Indiana State Sycamores 75-68 at Carver Arena on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026, with Timoty van der Knaap’s free throw sealing the win.
- Trailing 36-34 at halftime, Bradley Braves outscored Indiana State by nine in the second half, with Alex Huibregtse active in the first half.
- Key late contributions came from Jaquon Johnson, who scored 11 second-half points with three steals, while AJ Smith added 11 points and Alex Huibregtse scored 13.
- Bradley’s victory improved its record to 14-7 overall and 7-3 in Missouri Valley Conference play, while Indiana State fell to 9-11 overall and 2-7 in the conference.
- Photographs from the game show AJ Smith celebrating as time expired and Bradley head coach Brian Wardle consulting with players during the second half at Carver Arena on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026.
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Johnson, van der Knaap lead Bradley over Indiana State 75-68
Jaquan Johnson scored 18 points to lead the Bradley Braves and Timoty van der Knaap secured the victory with a free throw with 40 seconds remaining as the Braves took down the Indiana State Sycamores 75-68.
BRADLEY 75, INDIANA STATE 68
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