The Drake Bulldogs men’s basketball team, representing Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa, has had a remarkable 2024-2025 season. They finished the regular season with a 31-4 record, securing the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) title with a 17-3 conference record.
In the NCAA Tournament, the Bulldogs entered as the No. 11 seed in the West Region. They achieved a significant 67-57 victory over the No. 6 seed Missouri Tigers in the first round on March 20, marking their first NCAA Tournament win since 2021.
However, their tournament run concluded on March 22 with a 77-64 loss to the No. 3 seed Texas Tech Red Raiders in the second round.
Under the leadership of first-year head coach Ben McCollum, the Bulldogs have demonstrated resilience and skill, solidifying their status as a formidable force in college basketball.