Raiders Ready for Thursday Showdown at Nutter Center
On Thursday evening, the Wright State men’s basketball team will host Detroit Mercy at the Nutter Center. The tipoff is set for 7 p.m. Fans can catch the action through various platforms including ESPN+, live stats, or the Wright State Radio Network, which can be heard on 101.5 FM ‘The Fridge’ and 1410 AM WING. Chris Collins and Jim Brown will provide live commentary on these networks.
How to Follow the Game
- Watch on ESPN+
- Follow live stats on the official website
- Listen on the Wright State Radio Network
Listeners can enjoy the broadcast in the Dayton metro area or stream online using free apps such as iHeartRadio, TuneIn Radio, or Audacy. Just search for “101.5 FM ‘The Fridge’” or “WING 1410 AM” to follow Raider basketball.
Ticket Information
Fans are encouraged to use the Wright State Raiders app for managing digital tickets, essential for entry to all basketball events. Tickets for the upcoming 2025-26 season are now available for viewing and downloading to mobile wallets.
Recent Performance
In their last game on Saturday, the Raiders achieved a thrilling 73-68 victory over Purdue Fort Wayne during Homecoming. Michael Imariagbe showcased an impressive performance with his second consecutive double-double, scoring 17 points and grabbing 14 rebounds. Kellen Pickett and Michael Cooper contributed 14 and 13 points, respectively, while Solomon Callaghan added 11 points.
Raider Winning Streak
The Raiders have been on an impressive run, winning 11 of their last 13 games since late December. They currently hold a 9-3 home record and have three regular season home games remaining.
Notable Player Performances
Michael Imariagbe has stepped up recently, averaging 17.5 points and 14.5 rebounds over his last two games. Kellen Pickett also found his rhythm, hitting four three-pointers in the recent game after a slow start this season.
Historical Context
Thursday’s matchup will mark the 73rd meeting between Wright State and Detroit Mercy. The Raiders currently lead the series 44-28 and have been dominant with 21 wins in the last 24 encounters over the past eight seasons. The inaugural game between the two teams was held on January 5, 1994, where Wright State emerged victorious with a score of 78-71.
Detroit Mercy Overview
Detroit Mercy enters the game with a 10-13 overall record and a 7-7 mark in the Horizon League. They recently lost to Green Bay, snapping a two-game winning streak, and hold a 5-8 record in road games, though they have won three of their last five away contests.
Milestones and Further Details
Wright State graduate transfer Sam Alamutu reached a career milestone by grabbing his 500th rebound during the last game. He previously played three seasons at Vermont, accumulating 428 rebounds in 92 games.
After shooting only 35.4% against Robert Morris, Wright State rebounded with a strong 47.2% shooting performance against Purdue Fort Wayne, showing resilience and determination on the court.
