Siena Saints Defeat Bryant Bulldogs 82-66 in Season Opener
Monday, November 3, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · MVP Arena
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Who won Bryant Bulldogs vs Siena Saints?
Siena Saints beat Bryant Bulldogs 82-66 at MVP Arena on November 3, 2025.
In a decisive season opener, the Siena Saints triumphed over the Bryant Bulldogs with a final score of 82-66 at the MVP Arena. This victory marked an important start for Siena, who now holds a 1-0 record for the season, while Bryant falls to 0-1. The game showcased Siena's ability to capitalize on their home advantage, as they have previously demonstrated a solid home record of 3-2 in their last ten games.
Siena entered the matchup on a two-game losing streak from the previous season, having finished with a 4-6 record in their last ten games. Their scoring average during that stretch was 75.1 points per game, while they allowed an average of 72.0 points. In contrast, Bryant came into the game riding a six-game winning streak, boasting a record of 9-1 in their last ten games, with an impressive scoring average of 80.6 points and an average of 69.2 points allowed.
The Saints' performance in this game was particularly noteworthy given their recent struggles. They had averaged 75.4 points in their last five games, but their defensive issues were evident as they allowed an average of 79.6 points during that same span. The Bulldogs, on the other hand, had been formidable on the road, holding a 3-1 away record in their last ten games.
The two teams had met previously in the 2025 season, where Siena edged out Bryant in a close contest, winning 90-88. This history added an extra layer of intensity to the matchup, as both teams sought to establish dominance early in the season.
In terms of injuries, there were no specific mentions in the provided facts, suggesting both teams were at full strength for this encounter. This was crucial as both squads aimed to set the tone for their respective seasons.
The betting market reflected the expectations surrounding the game, with Siena being given a strong home win probability of 1.0, indicating a clear favoring of the Saints by the odds providers.
Conditions at the MVP Arena were favorable for basketball, contributing to an energetic atmosphere that likely fueled both teams. Fans witnessed a competitive game where Siena's offensive execution shone through, particularly in the second half, where they expanded their lead significantly.
Key moments included several scoring plays that highlighted Siena's offensive prowess. Timofei Rudovskii's three-point jumper, assisted by Aaron Davis III, was a pivotal moment as the Saints began to pull away. Khalil Williams also made significant contributions with his own three-point shot, further solidifying Siena's lead. Justice Shoats and Tasman Goodrick both added layups that kept the momentum firmly in Siena's favor.
As the game progressed, Siena's lead grew, and they effectively managed the clock and their possessions to maintain control. Christian Jones capped off the scoring for the Saints with a three-point jumper, bringing the final score to 82-66.
Overall, the game showcased Siena's potential as they look to build on this strong start, while Bryant will need to regroup and address their defensive shortcomings as they move forward in the season.
Leaders
- PointsTasman Goodrick22Siena Saints
- AssistsJustice Shoats9Siena Saints
- ReboundsTasman Goodrick11Siena Saints
- PointsTimofei Rudovskii15Bryant Bulldogs
- AssistsKhalil Williams4Bryant Bulldogs
- ReboundsQuincy Allen6Bryant Bulldogs
Recent form
Siena Saints
Last 10: 4-6Streak L275.1 scored · 72 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L76-78at Rider BroncsMar 11
- L66-78at Manhattan JaspersMar 8
- W68-64vs Fairfield StagsMar 7
- L79-85at Mount St. Mary's MountaineersMar 2
- L88-93vs Canisius Golden GriffinsFeb 23
- W94-60vs Niagara Purple EaglesFeb 22
- W80-73at Sacred Heart PioneersFeb 16
- L64-65vs Marist Red FoxesFeb 15
- L59-61at Rider BroncsFeb 8
- W77-63vs Saint Peter's PeacocksFeb 7
Bryant Bulldogs
Last 10: 9-1Streak W680.6 scored · 69.2 allowed per game3-1 away
- W79-59vs Maine Black BearsMar 15
- W91-78vs UAlbany Great DanesMar 12
- W85-74vs UMBC RetrieversMar 8
- W90-56vs New Hampshire WildcatsMar 4
- W80-72at Maine Black BearsMar 1
- W79-78at UMass Lowell River HawksFeb 27
- L55-59at Vermont CatamountsFeb 21
- W81-79vs UMBC RetrieversFeb 15
- W88-66vs NJIT HighlandersFeb 13
- W78-71at Binghamton BearcatsFeb 8
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UMBC | 24-9 | - | 14-2 |
| Vermont | 22-12 | 2 | 12-4 |
| NJIT | 16-17 | 4 | 10-6 |
| UMass Lowell | 15-18 | 5 | 9-7 |
| UAlbany | 11-21 | 7 | 7-9 |
| Maine | 8-24 | 8 | 6-10 |
| New Hampshire | 9-21 | 9 | 5-11 |
| Bryant | 9-22 | 9 | 5-11 |
| Binghamton | 8-23 | 10 | 4-12 |
| Merrimack | 23-11 | - | 17-3 |
| Saint Peter's | 17-12 | 3 | 14-6 |
| Siena | 23-12 | 4 | 13-7 |
| Marist | 19-12 | 5 | 12-8 |
| Quinnipiac | 19-13 | 5 | 12-8 |
| Fairfield | 21-13 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Mount St. Mary's | 15-17 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Iona | 18-14 | 7 | 10-10 |
| Sacred Heart | 14-19 | 8 | 9-11 |
| Manhattan | 12-20 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Canisius | 10-21 | 12 | 5-15 |
| Niagara | 8-22 | 12 | 5-15 |
| Rider | 4-25 | 14 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Bryant Bulldogs | Siena Saints |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-56 | 31-67 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 10-22 | 5-16 |
| Three-point % | 45 | 31 |
| Free throws | 8-12 | 15-20 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 75 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 18 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 18 |
| Assists | 13 | 19 |
| Steals | 5 | 12 |
| Blocks | 4 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 20 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 0 | 27 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 52 |
| Fouls | 17 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 21 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half33-41Tasman Goodrick made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half33-43Tasman Goodrick made Layup. Assisted by Justice Shoats.
- 2nd Half33-45Justice Shoats made Layup.
- 2nd Half35-45Timofei Rudovskii made Dunk.
- 2nd Half37-45Quincy Allen made Dunk. Assisted by Timofei Rudovskii.
- 2nd Half37-47Tasman Goodrick made Layup.
- 2nd Half39-47Khalil Williams made Layup.
- 2nd Half40-47Khalil Williams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-48Brendan Coyle made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-49Brendan Coyle made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-50Brendan Coyle made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-50Aaron Davis III made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Timofei Rudovskii.
- 2nd Half43-52Antonio Chandler made Layup.
- 2nd Half43-53Antonio Chandler made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-55Tasman Goodrick made Dunk. Assisted by Brendan Coyle.
- 2nd Half43-57Francis Folefac made Layup. Assisted by Brendan Coyle.
- 2nd Half43-59Gavin Doty made Layup. Assisted by Francis Folefac.
- 2nd Half45-59Aaron Davis III made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-60Francis Folefac made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-61Francis Folefac made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-61Aaron Davis III made Layup. Assisted by Ashley Sims II.
- 2nd Half47-63Justice Shoats made Layup.
- 2nd Half50-63Ty Tabales made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ashley Sims II.
- 2nd Half50-65Francis Folefac made Layup.
- 2nd Half50-66Justice Shoats made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-68Justice Shoats made Layup.
- 2nd Half50-70Francis Folefac made Layup. Assisted by Justice Shoats.
- 2nd Half50-71Francis Folefac made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-71Khalil Williams made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Aaron Davis III.
- 2nd Half53-73Francis Folefac made Layup. Assisted by Owen Schlager.
- 2nd Half55-73Aaron Davis III made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half57-73Aaron Davis III made Layup.
- 2nd Half60-73Timofei Rudovskii made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Aaron Davis III.
- 2nd Half63-73Khalil Williams made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half63-75Justice Shoats made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-77Tasman Goodrick made Layup. Assisted by Justice Shoats.
- 2nd Half63-79Tasman Goodrick made Jumper. Assisted by Brendan Coyle.
- 2nd Half65-79Lennart Weber made Layup. Assisted by Khalil Williams.
- 2nd Half66-79Lennart Weber made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-82Christian Jones made Three Point Jumper.
Win probability
Above the line favours Siena Saints, below favours Bryant Bulldogs.
Venue
- MVP ArenaAlbany, NY
- Attendance4072
- OfficialsCarl Luciano, William Flowers Jr., Josh Anderson
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