Saint Peter's Defeats Canisius 69-57 at Home
Friday, December 5, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Yanitelli Center
Saint Peter's Peacocks 69, Canisius Golden Griffins 57, 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 Saint Peter's Peacocks?
Saint Peter's Peacocks beat Canisius Golden Griffins 69-57 at Yanitelli Center on December 5, 2025.
Who was favored in Canisius Golden Griffins vs Saint Peter's Peacocks?
Saint Peter's Peacocks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -485 (about 83% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at the Yanitelli Center, the Saint Peter's Peacocks secured a 69-57 victory over the Canisius Golden Griffins. This win marked an important moment for the Peacocks as they improved their home record to 4-2 while Canisius continues to struggle away from home, now holding an 0-6 record in away games this season.
Saint Peter's entered the game with a 3-4 overall record, while Canisius had a slightly better mark of 4-5. Both teams had shown mixed form in their recent outings, with the Peacocks having a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, including a loss in their previous outing against Dartmouth, where they fell 61-87. Their average scoring during this stretch was 66.2 points per game, while they allowed an average of 73.3 points. In contrast, Canisius also posted a 4-6 record in their last ten games, losing their most recent game against Buffalo 53-71. The Golden Griffins averaged 61.0 points scored and allowed 71.0 points during this period.
The matchup was particularly interesting as it was a rematch from earlier in the season, where Saint Peter's had previously defeated Canisius 70-62 on March 8, 2025. The Peacocks have now won all three meetings between the two teams this season, showcasing their dominance in this matchup.
In terms of injuries, there were no specific details provided that impacted either team's lineup for this game. However, the absence of key players can often influence the dynamics of such contests. The betting market had priced Saint Peter's as the favorites, with DraftKings offering a spread of -9.5, indicating a strong belief in their ability to secure a comfortable win. The total points line was set at 129.5, reflecting expectations of a relatively low-scoring affair.
Conditions during the game were typical for indoor basketball, with no adverse weather factors affecting play. Fans were treated to a competitive atmosphere as both teams fought for momentum. The Peacocks' scoring was highlighted by several key plays in the second half, including a dunk by Zaakir Williamson assisted by Elijah Perkins, which helped to extend their lead. The Peacocks also demonstrated their ability to capitalize on free throws, with Bryce Eaton and TJ Robinson each contributing crucial free throws in the closing moments to secure the victory.
As the game progressed, viewers could observe the Peacocks' defensive strategies, which effectively contained the Golden Griffins' scoring opportunities, particularly in the second half. The final score of 69-57 reflected not only the Peacocks' offensive efficiency but also their defensive prowess, which has been a hallmark of their play this season.
Overall, this matchup served as a significant moment for both teams in the NCAAB landscape, with Saint Peter's continuing to build on their home-court advantage while Canisius looks to regroup and find solutions to their away struggles.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SPU -9.5 | 129.5 o -108 / u -112 | Canisius Golden Griffins +370 · Saint Peter's Peacocks -485 |
Leaders
- PointsBryce Eaton14Saint Peter's Peacocks
- AssistsBryce Eaton4Saint Peter's Peacocks
- ReboundsJahki Gupton9Saint Peter's Peacocks
- PointsKahlil Singleton15Canisius Golden Griffins
- AssistsKahlil Singleton3Canisius Golden Griffins
- ReboundsKahlil Singleton7Canisius Golden Griffins
Recent form
Saint Peter's Peacocks
Last 10: 4-6Streak L166.2 scored · 73.3 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L61-87vs Dartmouth Big GreenNov 29
- W68-66vs UMass Lowell River HawksNov 22
- L70-81at Delaware Blue HensNov 19
- L61-78at VCU RamsNov 13
- W93-83vs Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsNov 8
- L50-77at Seton Hall PiratesNov 4
- W70-62vs Canisius Golden GriffinsMar 8
- L68-78vs Niagara Purple EaglesMar 7
- W57-52at Marist Red FoxesMar 2
- L64-69at Quinnipiac BobcatsMar 1
Canisius Golden Griffins
Last 10: 4-6Streak L161 scored · 71 allowed per game0-5 away
- L53-71vs Buffalo BullsNov 29
- W75-66vs Binghamton BearcatsNov 23
- W60-57vs Maryland Eastern Shore HawksNov 22
- L50-93at High Point PanthersNov 18
- W58-55vs Mercyhurst LakersNov 13
- L70-89at St. Bonaventure BonniesNov 8
- W84-43vs Allegheny GatorsNov 7
- L48-88at Dayton FlyersNov 4
- L62-70at Saint Peter's PeacocksMar 8
- L50-78at Rider BroncsMar 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 | Saint Peter's Peacocks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 17-54 | 21-55 |
| Field goal % | 31 | 38 |
| Three-pointers | 5-19 | 6-25 |
| Three-point % | 26 | 24 |
| Free throws | 18-28 | 21-26 |
| Free throw % | 64 | 81 |
| Rebounds | 41 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 17 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 26 |
| Assists | 7 | 11 |
| Steals | 2 | 8 |
| Blocks | 2 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 4 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 18 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 24 |
| Fouls | 21 | 25 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 16 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 10 | 74 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half32-32Brendan Oliver made Layup.
- 2nd Half32-35Brent Bland made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Bryce Eaton.
- 2nd Half34-35Mike Evbagharu made Layup. Assisted by Kahlil Singleton.
- 2nd Half34-37Zaakir Williamson made Jumper.
- 2nd Half34-38Brent Bland made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half34-41Brent Bland made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Bryce Eaton.
- 2nd Half34-44Bryce Eaton made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half36-44Chris Kumu made Layup.
- 2nd Half36-46Shaedon Simpson made Layup. Assisted by Elijah Perkins.
- 2nd Half36-48TJ Robinson made Layup.
- 2nd Half36-50Zaakir Williamson made Jumper.
- 2nd Half36-52Jahki Gupton made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half38-52Bryan Ndjonga made Layup. Assisted by Javante Edwards.
- 2nd Half38-53TJ Robinson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-54TJ Robinson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-54Max Jusianiec made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kahlil Singleton.
- 2nd Half41-55Bryce Eaton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-55Kahlil Singleton made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mike Evbagharu.
- 2nd Half44-56Elijah Perkins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-57Jahki Gupton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-58Jahki Gupton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-58Max Jusianiec made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-58Max Jusianiec made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-58Brendan Oliver made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-58Brendan Oliver made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-59TJ Robinson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-60TJ Robinson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-60Kahlil Singleton made Layup.
- 2nd Half51-60Brendan Oliver made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-63TJ Robinson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Brent Bland.
- 2nd Half52-63Kahlil Singleton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-63Kahlil Singleton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-65Zaakir Williamson made Dunk. Assisted by Elijah Perkins.
- 2nd Half55-65Javante Edwards made Jumper.
- 2nd Half55-66Bryce Eaton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-67Bryce Eaton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-67Bryan Ndjonga made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-67Bryan Ndjonga made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-68TJ Robinson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-69TJ Robinson made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Saint Peter's Peacocks, below favours Canisius Golden Griffins.
Venue
- Yanitelli CenterJersey City, NJ
- Attendance558
- OfficialsNathan Hall, Michael Palau, Mike Evans
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