Denver Pioneers Dominate Mountain Lions in 129-93 Victory
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 9:00 PM ET · Hamilton Gymnasium
Denver Pioneers 129, Colorado Colorado Springs Mountain Lions 93, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Colorado Colorado Springs Mountain Lions vs Denver Pioneers?
Denver Pioneers beat Colorado Colorado Springs Mountain Lions 129-93 at Hamilton Gymnasium on December 16, 2025.
In a commanding performance, the Denver Pioneers triumphed over the Colorado Colorado Springs Mountain Lions with a final score of 129-93. This game showcased the Pioneers' offensive prowess, particularly in the second half, where they outscored the Mountain Lions significantly. The Pioneers' ability to score at will was evident, with a series of impressive plays that included a 24-foot three-point jumper by Mario Williams Jr. and a series of layups and jump shots that kept the scoreboard ticking.
The Pioneers entered the game with a home record of 6-7, having gone 5-5 in their last ten games. They had recently suffered a loss to the Cal State Fullerton Titans, where they fell 86-105, but prior to that, they had shown strong offensive capabilities, averaging 81.9 points scored and 84.9 points allowed over their last ten games. Their recent form included a notable victory against the Alaska Anchorage Seawolves, where they won 97-61, and a close 93-89 win against the Eastern Washington Eagles. At home, they held a record of 3-2 in their last five games, averaging 90.0 points scored and allowing 81.4 points.
On the other hand, the Mountain Lions came into the game with a record of 0-1 in their last outing, having lost to the Pioneers just six days prior, 87-94. Their performance this season has been challenging, with an average of 87.0 points scored but also allowing 94.0 points per game. This match marked their first away game of the season, and they struggled to find their rhythm, ultimately falling short against the Pioneers.
Historically, the Pioneers have had the upper hand in their recent meetings with the Mountain Lions, holding a 1-0 record against them this season. Their previous encounter just days before this game saw the Pioneers secure a narrow victory, but this time, they left no doubt about their superiority on the court.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details about player absences; however, the Pioneers' ability to execute their game plan effectively suggests they were at full strength for this matchup. The conditions in Hamilton Gymnasium appeared favorable for a high-scoring game, which was reflected in the final score.
Betting lines from the market indicated a strong belief in the Pioneers' chances, with a home win probability of 1.0, suggesting they were heavily favored to win this matchup.
As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to a display of offensive skill, with the Pioneers demonstrating their ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities. The scoring plays highlighted the team's depth and versatility, with contributions from multiple players, including key shots from both Williams Jr. and Josh Lee. This performance not only boosts the Pioneers' confidence but also raises questions about the Mountain Lions' ability to compete in future matchups.
Leaders
- PointsCarson Johnson24Denver Pioneers
- AssistsJulius Rollins5Denver Pioneers
- ReboundsDidier Maleng10Denver Pioneers
- PointsMario Williams Jr35Colorado Colorado Springs Mountain Lions
- AssistsXavier Martinez6Colorado Colorado Springs Mountain Lions
- ReboundsMarzouq Abdur-Razaaq5Colorado Colorado Springs Mountain Lions
Recent form
Denver Pioneers
Last 10: 5-5Streak L181.9 scored · 84.9 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L86-105vs Cal State Fullerton TitansDec 13
- W97-61vs Alaska Anchorage SeawolvesDec 12
- W95-59vs Colorado Christian CougarsDec 10
- L79-93at Idaho State BengalsDec 6
- W93-89vs Eastern Washington EaglesDec 4
- L59-101at Wyoming CowboysNov 27
- L73-103at Arizona WildcatsNov 25
- W83-81at Colorado State RamsNov 22
- L79-84vs UTSA RoadrunnersNov 15
- W75-73at Montana State BobcatsNov 9
Colorado Colorado Springs Mountain Lions
1 game: 0-1Streak L187 scored · 94 allowed per game0-1 away
- L87-94at Denver PioneersDec 11
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gonzaga | 31-4 | - | 16-2 |
| Saint Mary's | 27-6 | - | 16-2 |
| Santa Clara | 26-9 | 1 | 15-3 |
| Oregon State | 17-16 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Seattle U | 21-14 | 8 | 8-10 |
| Pacific | 18-15 | 8 | 8-10 |
| San Francisco | 17-16 | 8 | 8-10 |
| Washington State | 12-20 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Loyola Marymount | 15-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Portland | 15-19 | 10 | 6-12 |
| San Diego | 12-21 | 11 | 5-13 |
| Pepperdine | 9-23 | 12 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Colorado Colorado Springs Mountain Lions | Denver Pioneers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 35-75 | 48-70 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 69 |
| Three-pointers | 15-30 | 13-20 |
| Three-point % | 50 | 65 |
| Free throws | 8-15 | 20-27 |
| Free throw % | 53 | 74 |
| Rebounds | 24 | 45 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 13 | 33 |
| Assists | 18 | 19 |
| Steals | 3 | 4 |
| Blocks | 1 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 7 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 5 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 24 |
| Points in the paint | 40 | 66 |
| Fouls | 21 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 41 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 3 | 94 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half59-92Evan McKean makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jezza McKenzie assists)
- 2nd Half59-93Didier Maleng makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-94Didier Maleng makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-96Julius Rollins makes driving layup
- 2nd Half59-97Julius Rollins makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half62-97Xavier Martinez makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half62-98Shaun Wysocki makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-100Didier Maleng makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half62-101Didier Maleng makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half64-101Brady Jones makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half64-103Didier Maleng makes 2-foot turnaround jump shot (Shaun Wysocki assists)
- 2nd Half66-103Brady Jones makes layup (Xavier Martinez assists)
- 2nd Half66-105Didier Maleng makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half68-105Brody Hull makes driving layup
- 2nd Half68-107Corleone Dandridge makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half71-107Tre Lucia makes 24-foot three point jumper (Xavier Martinez assists)
- 2nd Half71-109Shaun Wysocki makes layup
- 2nd Half71-110Josh Lee makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-110Mario Williams Jr makes layup
- 2nd Half74-110Mario Williams Jr makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half76-110Mario Williams Jr makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half76-111Shaun Wysocki makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-112Shaun Wysocki makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-114Julius Rollins makes 1-foot dunk (Josh Lee assists)
- 2nd Half76-116Shaun Wysocki makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Jeremiah Burke assists)
- 2nd Half77-116Mario Williams Jr makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-116Mario Williams Jr makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-119Julius Rollins makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half80-119Brady Jones makes layup (Gavin Carter assists)
- 2nd Half80-121Didier Maleng makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Julius Rollins assists)
- 2nd Half83-121Mario Williams Jr makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jezza McKenzie assists)
- 2nd Half83-123Didier Maleng makes 0-foot dunk (Shaun Wysocki assists)
- 2nd Half86-123Mario Williams Jr makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jezza McKenzie assists)
- 2nd Half87-123Gunter Daniels makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half88-123Gunter Daniels makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half88-125Corleone Dandridge makes driving layup
- 2nd Half88-127Corleone Dandridge makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half91-127Gavin Carter makes 25-foot three point jumper (Brady Jones assists)
- 2nd Half91-129Josh Lee makes 9-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half93-129Brady Jones makes 7-foot turnaround jump shot
Win probability
Above the line favours Denver Pioneers, below favours Colorado Colorado Springs Mountain Lions.
Venue
- Hamilton GymnasiumDenver, CO
- Attendance566
- OfficialsGerald Williams, Greg Gerritsen, Kristyne Esparza
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