Sacred Heart Edges Canisius in Close Contest
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · William H. Pitt Center
Sacred Heart Pioneers 69, Canisius Golden Griffins 66, 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 Canisius Golden Griffins vs Sacred Heart Pioneers?
Sacred Heart Pioneers beat Canisius Golden Griffins 69-66 at William H. Pitt Center on January 22, 2026.
Who was favored in Canisius Golden Griffins vs Sacred Heart Pioneers?
Sacred Heart Pioneers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -650 (about 87% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Sacred Heart Pioneers narrowly defeated the Canisius Golden Griffins with a final score of 69-66 at the William H. Pitt Center. This victory marks a significant moment for Sacred Heart, who improved their record to 9-13 while Canisius fell to 8-13 on the season. The game was characterized by a back-and-forth battle, showcasing the competitive spirit of both teams.
Sacred Heart entered the game with a recent record of 3-7 over their last ten outings, having won their last two games against Rider Broncs and Siena Saints. They averaged 74.8 points scored per game while allowing 75.9 points during this stretch. Their home record stood at 1-3 in the last ten games, with the Pioneers averaging 80.2 points scored and 78.6 points allowed over their last five games. Canisius, on the other hand, had a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, but were on a three-game losing streak. They averaged 63.3 points scored and allowed 71.6 points in the same period, with a home record of 2-2 and an away record of 2-4.
The two teams had met previously this season on January 4, 2026, where Canisius emerged victorious with an 82-78 win. Sacred Heart had won two of their last three matchups against Canisius, including a 99-82 victory at home last season. The historical context added an extra layer of intensity to this matchup, as both teams were eager to assert dominance.
In terms of injuries, no specific players were noted as unavailable for this game, allowing both teams to field their full rosters. The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Sacred Heart favored by 10.5 points, with a total set at 145.5. The odds indicated a strong belief in Sacred Heart's ability to perform at home, reflected in their moneyline of -650, while Canisius had a moneyline of 470.
Conditions at the venue were typical for a mid-January basketball game, with a lively atmosphere as fans gathered to support their teams. The Pioneers capitalized on their home court advantage, which has often been a crucial factor in college basketball games.
As the game unfolded, viewers witnessed several key moments that defined the outcome. In the second half, Dashon Gittens made a significant 27-foot three-point jumper, cutting the deficit for Canisius. However, Sacred Heart responded with a series of scoring plays, including a tip-in dunk from Nyle Ralph-Beyer and crucial free throws from Anquan Hill that helped secure their lead. The final moments were tense, with Canisius making a strong push to close the gap, but Sacred Heart held on for the win.
Overall, this game highlighted the resilience of Sacred Heart as they managed to overcome a challenging opponent in Canisius. The Pioneers will look to build on this momentum as they continue their season, while Canisius will need to regroup and address their recent struggles.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SHU -10.5 | 145.5 o -105 / u -115 | Canisius Golden Griffins +470 · Sacred Heart Pioneers -650 |
Leaders
- PointsNyle Ralph-Beyer19Sacred Heart Pioneers
- AssistsMekhi Conner12Sacred Heart Pioneers
- ReboundsAnquan Hill11Sacred Heart Pioneers
- PointsKahlil Singleton20Canisius Golden Griffins
- AssistsMike Evbagharu4Canisius Golden Griffins
- ReboundsMyles Wilmoth14Canisius Golden Griffins
Recent form
Sacred Heart Pioneers
Last 10: 3-7Streak W274.8 scored · 75.9 allowed per game1-3 at home
- W105-85at Rider BroncsJan 19
- W86-80at Siena SaintsJan 15
- L60-70vs Quinnipiac BobcatsJan 11
- L72-76vs Marist Red FoxesJan 10
- L78-82at Canisius Golden GriffinsJan 4
- L61-64at Niagara Purple EaglesJan 2
- L72-80vs Merrimack WarriorsDec 29
- L47-72at Towson TigersDec 22
- W85-63vs Dartmouth Big GreenDec 19
- L82-87at UMass Lowell River HawksDec 16
Canisius Golden Griffins
Last 10: 4-6Streak L363.3 scored · 71.6 allowed per game2-4 away
- L68-78vs Mount St. Mary's MountaineersJan 17
- L54-59vs Niagara Purple EaglesJan 15
- L48-74at Iona GaelsJan 11
- W70-64at Manhattan JaspersJan 10
- W82-78vs Sacred Heart PioneersJan 4
- W85-81vs Fairfield StagsJan 2
- L59-103at Duquesne DukesDec 23
- L45-62at Rhode Island RamsDec 17
- W70-43at Maine Black BearsDec 13
- L52-74at Siena SaintsDec 7
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Canisius Golden Griffins | Sacred Heart Pioneers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-63 | 25-58 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 43 |
| Three-pointers | 12-30 | 13-32 |
| Three-point % | 40 | 41 |
| Free throws | 4-7 | 6-12 |
| Free throw % | 57 | 50 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 31 |
| Assists | 17 | 19 |
| Steals | 7 | 4 |
| Blocks | 3 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 19 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 24 |
| Fouls | 14 | 7 |
| Largest lead | 11 | 7 |
| Lead changes | 13 | 13 |
| Time in front | 58 | 29 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half27-23Myles Wilmoth makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half28-23Myles Wilmoth makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half28-26Nyle Ralph-Beyer makes 22-foot three point jumper (Yann Farell assists)
- 1st Half28-28Yann Farell makes driving layup
- 1st Half30-28Mike Evbagharu makes driving layup
- 1st Half30-30Nyle Ralph-Beyer makes layup (Mekhi Conner assists)
- 2nd Half32-30Bryan Ndjonga makes 2-foot dunk (Mike Evbagharu assists)
- 2nd Half32-33Mekhi Conner makes 26-foot three point jumper (Nyle Ralph-Beyer assists)
- 2nd Half33-33Kahlil Singleton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half34-33Kahlil Singleton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-33Kahlil Singleton makes 26-foot three point jumper (Mike Evbagharu assists)
- 2nd Half37-36Dashon Gittens makes 28-foot three point jumper (Mekhi Conner assists)
- 2nd Half37-38Lucius Gibson-Savadel makes layup (Mekhi Conner assists)
- 2nd Half39-38Mike Evbagharu makes driving layup (Javante Edwards assists)
- 2nd Half39-41Nyle Ralph-Beyer makes 27-foot three pointer (Mekhi Conner assists)
- 2nd Half39-43Anquan Hill makes driving layup
- 2nd Half42-43Kahlil Singleton makes 25-foot three point jumper (Bryan Ndjonga assists)
- 2nd Half42-46Nyle Ralph-Beyer makes 27-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half44-46Mike Evbagharu makes 3-foot hook shot (Kahlil Singleton assists)
- 2nd Half44-48Lucius Gibson-Savadel makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half47-48Max Jusianiec makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kahlil Singleton assists)
- 2nd Half49-48Myles Wilmoth makes 2-foot dunk (Mike Evbagharu assists)
- 2nd Half49-50Anquan Hill makes layup (Fallou Gueye assists)
- 2nd Half49-51Anquan Hill makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half52-51Kahlil Singleton makes 25-foot three point jumper (Chris Kumu assists)
- 2nd Half52-54Fallou Gueye makes 23-foot three point jumper (Dashon Gittens assists)
- 2nd Half54-54Mike Evbagharu makes 4-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half56-54Bryan Ndjonga makes 15-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half56-56Anquan Hill makes layup (Fallou Gueye assists)
- 2nd Half59-56Kahlil Singleton makes 27-foot three point jumper (Max Jusianiec assists)
- 2nd Half59-58Dashon Gittens makes driving layup (Mekhi Conner assists)
- 2nd Half59-61Yann Farell makes 23-foot three point jumper (Mekhi Conner assists)
- 2nd Half59-64Dashon Gittens makes 27-foot three point jumper (Mekhi Conner assists)
- 2nd Half59-66Nyle Ralph-Beyer makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half61-66Mike Evbagharu makes layup (Myles Wilmoth assists)
- 2nd Half61-67Anquan Hill makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-68Anquan Hill makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-68Myles Wilmoth makes 25-foot three point jumper (Bryan Ndjonga assists)
- 2nd Half66-68Bryan Ndjonga makes layup (Myles Wilmoth assists)
- 2nd Half66-69Nyle Ralph-Beyer makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Sacred Heart Pioneers, below favours Canisius Golden Griffins.
Venue
- William H. Pitt CenterFairfield, CT
- Attendance773
- OfficialsMike Roberts, Nathan Hall
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