Peoria, Ill. – Bradley Women's Basketball kicks off a three-game road trip on Saturday when they face the Indiana State Sycamores at 1 p.m.
Game Information
Matchup: Bradley Braves at Indiana State Sycamores
Date: Saturday, February 7, 2026
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Streaming: ESPN+
Live Stats: Link
What to Watch
Bradley enters this matchup in third place in the MVC after defeating the UNI Panthers, 69-47, on Thursday. The Braves hold an 8-4 record and have won four of their last five games heading into their weekend game. Bradley has showcased phenomenal two-way play all season, as their offense ranks fourth in the conference at 74 points per game and their defense ranks third, allowing 64 points per game. Similarly, Bradley has the fourth-highest field goal percentage at .424 and allows the third-lowest opponent field goal percentage at .399. However, the Braves have been at their best from beyond the arc, where they lead the MVC in three-point percentage at .354 and in three-point defense at .258, with that defensive mark ranking 13th in the nation.
The Sycamores come into this one with a 4-8 conference record and are coming off a 114-78 loss to the Murray State Racers. The last time Indiana State faced Bradley, they fell 79-74 thanks to a strong start by the Braves in the second half. The Sycamores rank second in points per game in the MVC at 73.4, but their defense has struggled, allowing the most points per game in the MVC at 80.8. Their field goal percentage ranks eighth at .394, and they hold their opponents to a .422 field goal percentage, which ranks fifth in the MVC. Indiana State has struggled from beyond the arc this season, as they rank ninth in three-point percentage at .271 and seventh in opponent three-point percentage at .319. The Sycamores' biggest strength is their rebounding ability, as they rank second in the conference in total rebounds at 39.8 per game, including the most offensive rebounds in the conference at 13.6.
Key Players to Watch
The last time the Braves and Sycamores met, Kaylen Nelson and Tamia Perryman took over the game, each scoring 20 points. Nelson added three rebounds, two assists, and one steal in her impressive game, and Perryman finished with five assists, three blocks, two rebounds, and one steal. Mya Wardle is coming off one of her best games this season, scoring a career high 16 points on 4-for-5 three-point shooting. She added two rebounds, two assists, and one steal. Maya Foz has been one of the Braves' most consistent performers, as she extended her double-digit point streak to 15 games last night while leading the team in points with 17. She ranks 11th in the conference in points (14.6 per game) and in field goal percentage (.469).
The Sycamores are led by Tierney Kelsey, who ranks 13th in the conference in points per game at 13.9 while adding 2.1 rebounds per game, along with 50 total assists and 18 total steals. Clemisha Prackett has been a strong contributor for Indiana State, averaging 10.0 points per game while leading her team with 7.5 rebounds per game and 18 total blocks. Kennedy Claybrooks has been one of the top playmakers in the conference, ranking third in assists per game at 4.9 while averaging 9.0 points and 3.8 rebounds per game. She also leads her team in total steals with 34.
