Notre Dame beats Eastern Illinois, improves to 3-0

Notre Dame, off to a 2-0 start after beating Villanova and Mercyhurst, hosts 0-2 Eastern Illinois on Monday as the Irish seek to build consistency during a crowded early-season schedule. Notre Dame has shown improved shooting and strong contributions from Braeden Shrewsberry and Brady Koehler, while point guard Braeden Smith has helped steady the team. Eastern Illinois comes to South Bend after heavy losses at Indiana and Iowa, struggling with opponents’ shooting and turnovers. The matchup also gives Notre Dame a chance to develop more production from its bench.