Bonnies Edge Raiders in High-Scoring Affair
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Reilly Center
St. Bonaventure Bonnies 85, Colgate Raiders 77, 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 Colgate Raiders vs St. Bonaventure Bonnies?
St. Bonaventure Bonnies beat Colgate Raiders 85-77 at Reilly Center on December 10, 2025.
Who was favored in Colgate Raiders vs St. Bonaventure Bonnies?
St. Bonaventure Bonnies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -625 (about 86% implied). The favorite won.
The St. Bonaventure Bonnies secured a solid victory over the Colgate Raiders with a final score of 85-77 in a competitive matchup at the Reilly Center. This game showcased the Bonnies' strong home record, improving to 11-1 overall, while the Raiders fell to 6-6 on the season. The Bonnies entered the game with a recent form of 9-1 over their last ten games, currently riding a four-game winning streak, averaging 75.9 points scored and allowing 66.0 points per game. In contrast, the Raiders, also on a four-game winning streak, had a record of 6-4 in their last ten games, averaging 77.5 points scored and 70.8 points allowed.
At home, the Bonnies have been particularly formidable, boasting a perfect 6-0 record, while the Raiders have struggled on the road with a 2-3 away record. This fixture was notable not only for its implications on team standings but also for the offensive firepower displayed by both sides. The Bonnies' recent victories included a dominant 83-43 win over the Bloomsburg Huskies and a close 70-65 win against the Florida Atlantic Owls. The Raiders, meanwhile, had impressive performances, including a 94-50 win against St. John Fisher Cardinals.
In terms of previous meetings, the block does not provide specific historical context, but the current form of both teams indicated a competitive matchup. The injury report was not detailed in the block, so it remains unclear if either team was affected by player absences.
The betting lines from DraftKings indicated that the Bonnies were favored by 9.5 points, with a total set at 142.5. The odds reflected the Bonnies' strong home performance and recent success, while the Raiders' odds of +455 suggested they were viewed as underdogs in this matchup.
Conditions during the game were typical for a December evening, with both teams looking to capitalize on their scoring opportunities. Viewers should have noted the key moments in the second half, particularly the scoring plays that kept the game competitive. Jalen Cox made a layup that brought the Raiders within striking distance at 81-73, while Darryl Simmons II's free throws helped the Bonnies maintain their lead, ultimately sealing the victory.
Overall, the game highlighted the Bonnies' ability to perform under pressure at home, while the Raiders showed resilience despite the loss. With both teams looking to build on their recent success, this matchup was a testament to the competitive spirit of NCAAB basketball.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SBU -9.5 | 142.5 o -105 / u -115 | Colgate Raiders +455 · St. Bonaventure Bonnies -625 |
Leaders
- PointsCayden Charles20St. Bonaventure Bonnies
- AssistsDasonte Bowen9St. Bonaventure Bonnies
- ReboundsFrank Mitchell18St. Bonaventure Bonnies
- PointsJalen Cox26Colgate Raiders
- AssistsJalen Cox7Colgate Raiders
- ReboundsSam Wright9Colgate Raiders
Recent form
St. Bonaventure Bonnies
Last 10: 9-1Streak W475.9 scored · 66 allowed per game6-0 at home
- W77-69at Buffalo BullsDec 6
- W83-43vs Bloomsburg HuskiesDec 4
- W70-65at Florida Atlantic OwlsNov 30
- W67-58at East Carolina PiratesNov 27
- L70-85at North Carolina Tar HeelsNov 25
- W75-61vs Robert Morris ColonialsNov 20
- W84-80vs Youngstown State PenguinsNov 15
- W75-66vs Siena SaintsNov 13
- W89-70vs Canisius Golden GriffinsNov 8
- W69-63vs Bradley BravesNov 3
Colgate Raiders
Last 10: 6-4Streak W477.5 scored · 70.8 allowed per game2-3 away
- W94-50vs St. John Fisher CardinalsDec 6
- W72-62vs Fordham RamsNov 30
- W85-50vs SUNY Oneonta Red DragonsNov 29
- W69-67at UAlbany Great DanesNov 29
- L94-95at Cornell Big RedNov 21
- W72-69at Siena SaintsNov 18
- L65-84at Illinois Fighting IlliniNov 15
- W90-83vs Drexel DragonsNov 12
- L65-68vs Northeastern HuskiesNov 7
- L69-80at Michigan State SpartansNov 4
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 |
| Saint Louis | 29-6 | - | 15-3 |
| VCU | 28-8 | - | 15-3 |
| Saint Joseph's | 24-12 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Dayton | 25-12 | 3 | 12-6 |
| George Mason | 23-10 | 4 | 11-7 |
| Davidson | 20-14 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Duquesne | 18-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| George Washington | 19-16 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Fordham | 17-15 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Rhode Island | 16-16 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Richmond | 15-17 | 10 | 5-13 |
| La Salle | 9-23 | 10 | 5-13 |
| St. Bonaventure | 17-17 | 11 | 4-14 |
| Loyola Chicago | 9-24 | 11 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Colgate Raiders | St. Bonaventure Bonnies |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 31-67 | 31-65 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 5-21 | 4-19 |
| Three-point % | 24 | 21 |
| Free throws | 10-19 | 19-24 |
| Free throw % | 53 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 42 |
| Offensive rebounds | 15 | 16 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 26 |
| Assists | 17 | 19 |
| Steals | 7 | 5 |
| Blocks | 4 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 6 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 2 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 14 |
| Points in the paint | 48 | 50 |
| Fouls | 24 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 14 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 8 | 8 |
| Time in front | 62 | 32 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half53-50Jalen Cox made Layup. Assisted by Cooper Wright.
- 2nd Half53-52Cayden Charles made Layup.
- 2nd Half55-52Kyle Carlesimo made Jumper. Assisted by Ben Tweedy.
- 2nd Half55-54Frank Mitchell made Jumper.
- 2nd Half55-56Cayden Charles made Layup. Assisted by Darryl Simmons II.
- 2nd Half57-56Jalen Cox made Jumper.
- 2nd Half59-56Jalen Cox made Layup. Assisted by Ben Tweedy.
- 2nd Half59-58Dasonte Bowen made Layup.
- 2nd Half59-59Dasonte Bowen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-61Frank Mitchell made Jumper. Assisted by Dasonte Bowen.
- 2nd Half61-61Sam Wright made Layup.
- 2nd Half61-63Dasonte Bowen made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-63Andrew Alekseyenko made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-65Frank Mitchell made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-66Dasonte Bowen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-67Dasonte Bowen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-69Cayden Charles made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-70Cayden Charles made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-70Andrew Alekseyenko made Layup. Assisted by Jalen Cox.
- 2nd Half65-71Daniel Egbuniwe made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-72Daniel Egbuniwe made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-72Jalen Cox made Jumper.
- 2nd Half67-74Daniel Egbuniwe made Layup.
- 2nd Half67-75Daniel Egbuniwe made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-77Dasonte Bowen made Layup.
- 2nd Half68-77Andrew Alekseyenko made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-77Andrew Alekseyenko made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-78Dasonte Bowen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-79Dasonte Bowen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-79Jalen Cox made Layup.
- 2nd Half71-80Dasonte Bowen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-81Dasonte Bowen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-81Jalen Cox made Layup.
- 2nd Half74-81Sam Wright made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-81Jalen Cox made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-82Darryl Simmons II made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-83Darryl Simmons II made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-83Andrew Alekseyenko made Layup. Assisted by Ben Tweedy.
- 2nd Half77-84Darryl Simmons II made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-85Darryl Simmons II made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours St. Bonaventure Bonnies, below favours Colgate Raiders.
Venue
- Reilly CenterSaint Bonaventure, NY
- Attendance3049
- OfficialsBill Covington Jr., Bart Lenox, Eric Lewis
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