The Drake Bulldogs men’s basketball team, representing Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa, concluded their 2024-2025 season with a strong performance in the NCAA Tournament. In their opening game, they secured a 77-65 victory over the Missouri Tigers. However, in the subsequent round, they faced a 77-64 defeat against the Texas Tech Red Raiders, ending their tournament run.
Under the leadership of head coach Ben McCollum, who joined Drake University in April 2024, the Bulldogs achieved a 31-4 overall record and clinched the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) title with a 17-3 conference record. A standout player, Bennett Stirtz, earned the MVC Player of the Year honors, averaging 19.2 points and 5.6 assists per game.
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