Mercyhurst Lakers Dominate Bethany Bison 80-51
Sunday, December 7, 2025, 2:00 PM ET · Mercyhurst Athletic Center
Mercyhurst Lakers 80, Bethany (WV) Bison 51, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Bethany (WV) Bison vs Mercyhurst Lakers?
Mercyhurst Lakers beat Bethany (WV) Bison 80-51 at Mercyhurst Athletic Center on December 7, 2025.
In a decisive victory, the Mercyhurst Lakers defeated the Bethany (WV) Bison with a final score of 80-51 at the Mercyhurst Athletic Center. This match showcased the Lakers' ability to bounce back from a challenging stretch, as they entered the game with a home record of 3-0 and a recent form of 4-6. The Lakers had been struggling, losing their last four games, but they managed to turn the tide against the Bison, who have been on a downward spiral of their own.
The Lakers averaged 68.5 points scored and 67.0 points allowed over their last ten games, while the Bison have been struggling significantly, averaging only 65.0 points scored and a staggering 120.0 points allowed in their last three outings. The Bison have not won in their last three games, suffering defeats by large margins, including a recent loss to the Bowling Green Falcons where they were outscored 65-120.
Mercyhurst's home performance has been notably strong, particularly in this game, where they demonstrated their offensive capabilities and defensive resilience. The Lakers scored 80 points, well above their average, while limiting the Bison to just 51 points. The scoring breakdown in the second half highlighted the Lakers' dominance, with key contributions from players like Alex Katsikas, who made several crucial baskets including a three-point jumper and multiple layups.
The Bison, on the other hand, struggled to find their rhythm throughout the game. Their recent form has seen them lose all three of their last games, with an average scoring of 65.0 points and an alarming average of 120.0 points allowed. This performance against the Lakers further emphasizes their difficulties on the road, where they have yet to secure a win this season, holding an away record of 0-3.
The conditions at the Mercyhurst Athletic Center were favorable for the home team, contributing to their strong performance. The Lakers capitalized on their home advantage effectively, demonstrating their ability to control the game from start to finish. The final score reflects a comprehensive team effort, with the Lakers displaying a well-rounded attack and solid defense.
As for the market, the home win probability for the Lakers was set at 1.0, indicating a strong expectation for their victory in this matchup. This aligns with the outcome, as the Lakers not only won but did so convincingly, showcasing their potential as they move forward in the season.
Overall, this game was a critical moment for the Mercyhurst Lakers, allowing them to break their losing streak and regain confidence as they look to build on this performance in future contests. The Bison will need to regroup and address their defensive issues if they hope to turn their season around.
Leaders
- PointsBernie Blunt III23Mercyhurst Lakers
- AssistsChristian Gamble5Mercyhurst Lakers
- ReboundsMykolas Ivanauskas6Mercyhurst Lakers
- PointsJaden Stewart11Bethany (WV) Bison
- AssistsRyan Reasbeck3Bethany (WV) Bison
- ReboundsJaden Stewart6Bethany (WV) Bison
Recent form
Mercyhurst Lakers
Last 10: 4-6Streak L468.5 scored · 67 allowed per game3-0 at home
- L71-79at Lafayette LeopardsDec 6
- L38-70at West Virginia MountaineersNov 30
- L60-69at Marshall Thundering HerdNov 24
- L71-76at Miami (OH) RedHawksNov 21
- W86-72vs Morgan State BearsNov 15
- L55-58at Canisius Golden GriffinsNov 13
- W94-43vs Penn State New Kensington LionsNov 8
- W73-65at Loyola Chicago RamblersNov 7
- L47-70at Northwestern WildcatsNov 4
- W90-68vs Chicago State CougarsFeb 28
Bethany (WV) Bison
Last 3: 0-3Streak L365 scored · 120 allowed per game0-3 away
- L65-120at Bowling Green FalconsNov 7
- L70-112at Miami (OH) RedHawksDec 15
- L60-128at Youngstown State PenguinsNov 30
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Island University | 24-11 | - | 15-3 |
| Central Connecticut | 18-12 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Mercyhurst | 17-17 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Le Moyne | 15-17 | 5 | 10-8 |
| New Haven | 14-17 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Wagner | 14-17 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Stonehill | 12-21 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Fairleigh Dickinson | 11-21 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Saint Francis | 7-24 | 10 | 5-13 |
| Chicago State | 7-25 | 10 | 5-13 |
Box score
| Stat | Bethany (WV) Bison | Mercyhurst Lakers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 19-52 | 36-68 |
| Field goal % | 37 | 53 |
| Three-pointers | 9-25 | 7-17 |
| Three-point % | 36 | 41 |
| Free throws | 4-7 | 1-5 |
| Free throw % | 57 | 20 |
| Rebounds | 29 | 39 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 27 |
| Assists | 7 | 21 |
| Steals | 3 | 13 |
| Blocks | 3 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 19 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 33 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 16 |
| Points in the paint | 14 | 54 |
| Fouls | 11 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 35 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 3 | 95 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half13-31Cameron Johnson made Jumper.
- 1st Half13-33Bernie Blunt III made Layup.
- 1st Half13-35Jake Lemelman made Layup.
- 1st Half15-35Coco Rose made Layup.
- 1st Half18-35Jaden Stewart made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Cole Matthews.
- 1st Half18-37Qadir Martin made Jumper.
- 1st Half18-40Bernie Blunt III made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Christian Gamble.
- 1st Half20-40Jaden Stewart made Jumper.
- 1st Half20-43Jake Lemelman made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Sean Lang.
- 1st Half20-45Bernie Blunt III made Layup. Assisted by Jake Lemelman.
- 1st Half22-45Jaden Stewart made Jumper.
- 2nd Half22-47Mykolas Ivanauskas made Layup. Assisted by Christian Gamble.
- 2nd Half22-49Jake Lemelman made Layup.
- 2nd Half22-51Christian Gamble made Jumper.
- 2nd Half23-51Ryan Reasbeck made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half23-53Mykolas Ivanauskas made Layup. Assisted by Deshaun Jackson Jr..
- 2nd Half23-56Bernie Blunt III made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Deshaun Jackson Jr..
- 2nd Half25-56Ryan Reasbeck made Layup.
- 2nd Half25-59Bernie Blunt III made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Deshaun Jackson Jr..
- 2nd Half26-59Bryson Bishop made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half26-61Mykolas Ivanauskas made Layup. Assisted by Christian Gamble.
- 2nd Half28-61Jaden Stewart made Jumper.
- 2nd Half31-61Merrick Reynolds made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ryan Reasbeck.
- 2nd Half34-61Ryan Reasbeck made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half34-63Cameron Johnson made Layup. Assisted by Jake Lemelman.
- 2nd Half37-63Ryan Reasbeck made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Coco Rose.
- 2nd Half37-65James Thomas made Layup. Assisted by Or Faran.
- 2nd Half39-65Coco Rose made Layup.
- 2nd Half39-67Or Faran made Layup. Assisted by James Thomas.
- 2nd Half39-69Deshaun Jackson Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half42-69Ryan Raich made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Alex Katsikas.
- 2nd Half42-72Mykolas Ivanauskas made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Sean Lang.
- 2nd Half42-74Chris Leman made Jumper. Assisted by Sean Lang.
- 2nd Half42-76Cameron Johnson made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-76Alex Katsikas made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half47-76Alex Katsikas made Layup.
- 2nd Half48-76Alex Katsikas made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-78James Thomas made Layup.
- 2nd Half51-78Alex Katsikas made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ridge Martin.
- 2nd Half51-80James Thomas made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours Mercyhurst Lakers, below favours Bethany (WV) Bison.
Venue
- Mercyhurst Athletic CenterErie, PA
- Attendance321
- OfficialsRon Tyburski, John Barley, Tony Santiago
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