Penn State Tops Boston University in High-Scoring Affair
Tuesday, November 25, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Bryce Jordan Center
Penn State Nittany Lions 96, Boston University Terriers 87, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Boston University Terriers vs Penn State Nittany Lions?
Penn State Nittany Lions beat Boston University Terriers 96-87 at Bryce Jordan Center on November 25, 2025.
Who was favored in Boston University Terriers vs Penn State Nittany Lions?
Penn State Nittany Lions were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1450 (about 94% implied). The favorite won.
In an exciting matchup at the Bryce Jordan Center, the Penn State Nittany Lions secured a 96-87 victory over the Boston University Terriers. This game showcased the offensive capabilities of both teams, with Penn State continuing to demonstrate their prowess at home, despite a recent setback in their previous game against Providence.
Penn State entered the game with a home record of 6-1 and a recent form of 7-3 over their last ten games, though they were on a one-game losing streak after falling to Providence 77-65. They had averaged 77.2 points per game while allowing 69.4 points, indicating a solid offensive output paired with a decent defensive effort. In contrast, Boston University had a record of 3-4 on the season and was 5-5 over their last ten games, riding a one-game winning streak after narrowly defeating Harvard 75-74. The Terriers averaged 68.8 points per game while allowing 71.3, suggesting they had struggled defensively throughout the season.
At home, Penn State had a record of 3-2, while Boston University was 2-3 on the road. The Nittany Lions had previously shown they could score effectively at home, and this game was no exception. They managed to maintain a high scoring average, particularly evident as they put up 96 points against the Terriers.
The game featured several key scoring plays, including a layup by Kayden Mingo for Boston University in the second half, which brought the score to 78-92. Mingo also contributed with a free throw shortly after, but it was not enough to close the gap. Meanwhile, Penn State's Melih Tunca made crucial free throws that helped seal the victory, pushing the score to 96-87.
In terms of previous meetings, there were no specific details provided in the block, but the current season's performances set a competitive tone for this matchup. The injury picture was not detailed either, leaving both teams to compete at full strength.
As for the betting market, the odds indicated a strong favoring of Penn State, with a home win probability of 1.0, reflecting their confidence in the Nittany Lions’ ability to perform well at home.
The conditions inside the Bryce Jordan Center were conducive to a high-energy game, and the crowd was treated to a thrilling contest that highlighted the offensive talents of both squads. Fans watching the game would have noticed the contrasting styles of play, with Penn State’s ability to score in transition and Boston University’s reliance on perimeter shooting.
Overall, this matchup was a testament to the competitive nature of college basketball, with both teams showing flashes of brilliance, but ultimately, Penn State's home advantage and scoring depth led them to a well-earned victory.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | — | 143.5 o -108 / u -105 | Boston University Terriers +850 · Penn State Nittany Lions -1450 |
Leaders
- PointsJosh Reed17Penn State Nittany Lions
- AssistsMelih Tunca4Penn State Nittany Lions
- ReboundsJosh Reed8Penn State Nittany Lions
- PointsMichael McNair28Boston University Terriers
- AssistsBen Roy4Boston University Terriers
- ReboundsBen Defty8Boston University Terriers
Recent form
Penn State Nittany Lions
Last 10: 7-3Streak L177.2 scored · 69.4 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L65-77vs Providence FriarsNov 22
- W84-80vs Harvard CrimsonNov 19
- W83-69at La Salle ExplorersNov 15
- W80-71vs Navy MidshipmenNov 11
- W87-43at New Haven ChargersNov 8
- W76-68vs Fairfield StagsNov 4
- W86-75at Wisconsin BadgersMar 8
- L64-68vs Maryland TerrapinsMar 1
- L78-83at Indiana HoosiersFeb 27
- W69-60at Minnesota Golden GophersFeb 22
Boston University Terriers
Last 10: 5-5Streak W168.8 scored · 71.3 allowed per game2-3 away
- W75-74vs Harvard CrimsonNov 22
- L49-54at Columbia LionsNov 19
- L79-91vs Merrimack WarriorsNov 15
- W90-77vs Brown BearsNov 13
- L52-76at Northwestern WildcatsNov 7
- W76-75at Northeastern HuskiesNov 4
- L78-86vs Navy MidshipmenMar 7
- W66-64vs Lafayette LeopardsMar 1
- W79-68at Lehigh Mountain HawksFeb 26
- L44-48at American University EaglesFeb 22
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Navy | 26-8 | - | 17-1 |
| Colgate | 18-15 | 6 | 11-7 |
| Lehigh | 18-17 | 6 | 11-7 |
| Boston University | 17-17 | 7 | 10-8 |
| American University | 16-16 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Loyola Maryland | 12-20 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Lafayette | 11-21 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Bucknell | 10-23 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Army | 11-21 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Holy Cross | 11-22 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Michigan | 37-3 | - | 19-1 |
| Nebraska | 28-7 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Michigan State | 27-8 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Illinois | 28-9 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Wisconsin | 24-11 | 5 | 14-6 |
| Purdue | 30-9 | 6 | 13-7 |
| UCLA | 24-12 | 6 | 13-7 |
| Ohio State | 21-13 | 7 | 12-8 |
| Iowa | 24-13 | 9 | 10-10 |
| Indiana | 18-14 | 10 | 9-11 |
| Minnesota | 15-18 | 11 | 8-12 |
| USC | 18-14 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Washington | 16-17 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Rutgers | 14-20 | 13 | 6-14 |
| Northwestern | 15-19 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Oregon | 12-20 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Maryland | 12-21 | 15 | 4-16 |
| Penn State | 12-20 | 16 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Boston University Terriers | Penn State Nittany Lions |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 31-54 | 30-52 |
| Field goal % | 57 | 58 |
| Three-pointers | 16-34 | 8-19 |
| Three-point % | 47 | 42 |
| Free throws | 9-13 | 28-40 |
| Free throw % | 69 | 70 |
| Rebounds | 26 | 28 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 18 |
| Assists | 20 | 15 |
| Steals | 2 | 5 |
| Blocks | 6 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 3 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 15 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 38 |
| Fouls | 31 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 21 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half53-65Ivan Juric made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-65Sam Hughes made Jumper. Assisted by Chance Gladden.
- 2nd Half55-67Josh Reed made Jumper. Assisted by Eli Rice.
- 2nd Half55-68Ivan Juric made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-69Ivan Juric made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-71Dominick Stewart made Layup.
- 2nd Half58-71Michael McNair made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Chance Gladden.
- 2nd Half58-72Josh Reed made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-73Josh Reed made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-73Michael McNair made Layup.
- 2nd Half60-74Josh Reed made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-75Josh Reed made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-75Michael McNair made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half66-75Michael McNair made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half66-76Kayden Mingo made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-78Dominick Stewart made Layup.
- 2nd Half66-79Dominick Stewart made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-79Michael McNair made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half69-80Ivan Juric made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-81Ivan Juric made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-82Kayden Mingo made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-83Melih Tunca made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-83Michael McNair made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ben Defty.
- 2nd Half72-84Melih Tunca made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-85Melih Tunca made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-86Melih Tunca made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-86Ben Roy made Layup. Assisted by Azmar Abdullah.
- 2nd Half74-88Melih Tunca made Layup. Assisted by Kayden Mingo.
- 2nd Half76-88Michael McNair made Jumper. Assisted by Ben Defty.
- 2nd Half76-90Melih Tunca made Layup.
- 2nd Half77-90Chance Gladden made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-90Chance Gladden made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-92Kayden Mingo made Layup.
- 2nd Half81-92Michael McNair made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Azmar Abdullah.
- 2nd Half81-93Kayden Mingo made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half84-93Ben Roy made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Michael McNair.
- 2nd Half84-94Eli Rice made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half87-94Sam Hughes made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Donte Tisinger Jr..
- 2nd Half87-95Melih Tunca made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half87-96Melih Tunca made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Penn State Nittany Lions, below favours Boston University Terriers.
Venue
- Bryce Jordan CenterUniversity Park, PA
- Attendance4424
- OfficialsAlfred Smith, Chad Barlow, Luke Schumer
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