NCAA Basketball Recap

## Saturday’s Top Men’s NCAA College Basketball Results (December 6, 2025)

On Saturday, December 6, 2025, several high-profile nonconference and conference matchups produced a blend of blowouts, buzzer‐beaters, and historic upsets. From Iowa State’s dismantling of No. 1 Purdue to No. 3 Michigan’s third consecutive 100-point outing, the day featured performances that will reverberate through the early season rankings. Below are the key scores, standout moments, and statistical leaders to inform your next feature or game story.

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### No. 10 Iowa State 81, No. 1 Purdue 58
In the most stunning result of the day, the Cyclones toppled the Boilermakers by 23 points in West Lafayette, snapping Purdue’s 36-game nonconference home winning streak and marking the largest margin of defeat for a No. 1 team at home since 1995. Milan Momcilovic spearheaded the rout with 20 points (13 in the second half), while Killyan Toure and Joshua Jefferson each drilled three 3-pointers. Blake Buchanan added 12 points and nine rebounds, and Iowa State shot 54.1% overall and 47.8% from deep (11-of-23) in the second half surges that put the game out of reach ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/basketball/milan-momcilovic-no-10-iowa-state-jolt-no-1-purdue--flm-2025-12-06/?utm_source=openai)). Purdue managed only 22.2% on threes (4-of-18) and turned the ball over 15 times; Braden Smith led the Boilermakers with 11 points and eight assists but could not stave off the Cyclones’ relentless pressure ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/basketball/milan-momcilovic-no-10-iowa-state-jolt-no-1-purdue--flm-2025-12-06/?utm_source=openai)).

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### No. 3 Michigan 101, Rutgers 60
The Wolverines opened Big Ten play in dominant fashion, surpassing 100 points for the third straight game—a feat Last achieved by Michigan during the 1989-90 national championship season. Morez Johnson Jr. led all scorers with 22 points on 9-of-11 shooting, while Yaxel Lendeborg chipped in 14 points and eight rebounds. Trey McKenney added 13 points, and Elliot Cadeau flirted with a double-double (11 points, nine assists). Michigan shot an efficient 60% from the floor and 44.8% from beyond the arc, building a 50-25 halftime lead and outrebounding Rutgers 40-29; Rutgers managed just 35.8% shooting and committed 16 turnovers ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/basketball/morez-johnson-jr-leads-no-3-michigan-rout-rutgers--flm-2025-12-06/?utm_source=openai)). This 41-point margin is Michigan’s largest under coach Dusty May and positions the Wolverines firmly in the national No. 1 conversation following Purdue’s upset loss ([onthebanks.com](https://www.onthebanks.com/rutgers-basketball/49692/rutgers-suffers-largest-loss-of-pikiell-era-to-3-michigan?utm_source=openai)).

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### No. 4 Duke 66, No. 7 Michigan State 60
In a clash of top‐10 unbeatens, Duke gutted out a 66-60 road victory at the Breslin Center, handing the Spartans their first home loss of the season. Cameron Boozer posted an 18-point, 15-rebound double-double, all but sealing his MVP case with 16 second-half points. Caleb Foster contributed 12 points, including a late 3-pointer that swung the lead, and Nikolas Khamenia added 10 points and nine rebounds in a crucial defensive effort. Michigan State’s Carson Cooper answered with 16 points and 16 boards, and Jaxon Kohler tallied 14 points, but the Spartans shot just 32% overall and went nearly four minutes scoreless down the stretch ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/basketball/no-4-duke-uses-defense-slip-past-no-7-michigan-state--flm-2025-12-06/?utm_source=openai)). Duke’s strategic zone defense and clutch free throws preserved the win, boosting the Blue Devils to 10-0 and cementing their status as an early national title contender ([dukebasketballreport.com](https://www.dukebasketballreport.com/main/83609/duke-pulls-past-michigan-state-late-in-a-66-60-road-win?utm_source=openai)).

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### No. 2 Arizona 97, No. 20 Auburn 68
Maintaining their perfect record, the Wildcats delivered a clinic at McKale Center, storming to a 31-point advantage. Arizona shot 61.2% from the field and dominated the paint 60-24. Koa Peat led the balanced attack with 18 points on 8-of-11 shooting. Jaden Bradley and Brayden Burries each scored 16, and Ivan Kharchenkov dished out eight assists alongside 12 points. Arizona’s two big runs—12-0 in the first half and another early in the second—punctuated their control. Auburn’s Tahaad Pettiford countered with a career-high 30 points and five threes, but the Tigers managed just 33.3% shooting and committed 15 turnovers, unable to stem the onslaught ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/basketball/no-2-arizonas-red-hot-shooting-dooms-no-20-auburn--flm-2025-12-07/?utm_source=openai)). With Purdue’s loss and Arizona’s convincing win, Sean Miller’s squad is poised to potentially ascend to No. 1 in next week’s AP poll ([azdesertswarm.com](https://www.azdesertswarm.com/basketball/73516/arizona-wildcats-mens-basketball-auburn-tigers-recap-final-score-stats-highlights-big12-sec-2025?utm_source=openai)).

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### No. 6 Louisville 87, No. 22 Indiana 78
In Indianapolis, Louisville opened with a 16-0 blitz and never relinquished control, pulling away for an 87-78 victory in the CareSource Invitational. Senior guard Ryan Conwell poured in 21 points, including three 3-pointers, and shot 10-of-11 from the charity stripe. J’Vonne Hadley chipped in 15 points and seven rebounds, while Sananda Fru added 12 points, three steals, and a block. Indiana’s Tucker DeVries led all scorers with 26 points (12 via free throws) but could not overcome early turnovers that fueled Louisville’s transition game. The Cardinals forced 13 Hoosier turnovers and shot 50% overall, snapping Indiana’s home-state shine and shining a spotlight on Louisville’s depth and defensive tenacity ([thehour.com](https://www.thehour.com/sports/article/conwell-stars-as-no-6-louisville-holds-off-no-21227451.php?utm_source=openai)).

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### Washington 84, No. 24 USC 76
In Los Angeles, the Huskies staged a remarkable comeback, overturning an 18-point halftime deficit to stun the Trojans. Hannes Steinbach recorded a 24-point, 16-rebound double-double, and Desmond Claude, a former USC guard, scored 22 in a narrative-rich performance. Wesley Yates III chipped in 16 points off the bench. Washington opened the second half with a 13-0 run, outscored USC 54-28 after intermission, and snapped an 11-game losing streak in Los Angeles. The Trojans’ early 48-30 lead evaporated under relentless Husky pressure, showcasing coach Mike Hopkins’ team resilience and marking Washington’s signature win of the young season ([gohuskies.com](https://gohuskies.com/news/2025/12/6/mens-basketball-uw-rallies-from-18-point-deficit-to-beat-no-24-usc-84-76?utm_source=openai)).

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**Looking Ahead:**
This slate of results will significantly reshape the early Top 25 narrative. Purdue’s dethroning, Arizona’s ascension, Michigan’s historic scoring streak, and Washington’s dramatic comeback all set the stage for a compelling mid-season stretch. As conference play heats up, these performances underline the volatility and excitement of the 2025-26 men’s college basketball season.