NCAAB · Final

Columbia Lions Defeat Fairfield Stags 106-77

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Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Leo D. Mahoney Arena

Columbia Lions 106, Fairfield Stags 77, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Columbia Lions vs Fairfield Stags?

Columbia Lions beat Fairfield Stags 106-77 at Leo D. Mahoney Arena on November 26, 2025.

In a commanding performance, the Columbia Lions triumphed over the Fairfield Stags with a final score of 106-77 at the Leo D. Mahoney Arena. This matchup showcased the Lions' offensive prowess, particularly in the second half, where they outscored the Stags significantly.

The Lions entered the game with a strong away record of 6-1, riding a four-game winning streak. Their recent form was impressive, with an average of 75.0 points scored and 75.5 points allowed over their last ten games. Columbia's last five games highlighted their scoring capabilities, averaging 75.8 points while allowing just 69.4. In their most recent outing, they defeated the Longwood Lancers 95-70, demonstrating their offensive efficiency.

In contrast, the Stags had a home record of 4-3 and were 5-5 over their last ten games, currently on a three-game winning streak. Fairfield averaged 72.3 points scored and 74.3 points allowed during this span. Their last five games showed a slight uptick in scoring, averaging 77.6 points while allowing 74.2 points. Their most recent victory came against the Le Moyne Dolphins, where they won 97-83.

Historically, this matchup has favored Columbia, as they previously defeated Fairfield 85-72 in their only meeting during the 2025 season. This added a layer of expectation for the Lions, who sought to extend their dominance.

In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any key players missing for either team, allowing both squads to field their strongest lineups. The conditions at the venue were optimal for basketball, contributing to an exciting atmosphere.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, favored Columbia with a spread of 3.5 points, indicating expectations of a competitive game. The total for the game was set at 150.5, reflecting anticipated scoring from both teams.

As the game progressed, the Lions showcased their offensive depth, with pivotal plays coming from players like Miles Franklin, who contributed significantly in the second half. Franklin's performance included multiple free throws and layups, helping Columbia pull away decisively. The scoring plays highlighted a dominant stretch for the Lions, where they extended their lead to as much as 106-74 before the Stags managed to add a late three-pointer.

Overall, the game illustrated the Columbia Lions' ability to perform on the road and their offensive capabilities, while the Fairfield Stags will need to regroup after this setback at home.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	COLU -3.5	150.5 o -112 / u -108	Columbia Lions — · Fairfield Stags —

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Leaders

PointsCam Estevez19Fairfield Stags
AssistsDeclan Wucherpfennig3Fairfield Stags
ReboundsBrandon Benjamin11Fairfield Stags
PointsBlair Thompson23Columbia Lions
AssistsKenny Noland7Columbia Lions
ReboundsMiles Franklin7Columbia Lions

Recent form

Fairfield Stags

Last 10: 5-5Streak W372.3 scored · 74.3 allowed per game3-0 at home

W97-83at Le Moyne DolphinsNov 22
W85-82vs Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsNov 16
W73-71vs Stonehill SkyhawksNov 15
L59-82at Seton Hall PiratesNov 11
W74-53at NJIT HighlandersNov 8
L68-76at Penn State Nittany LionsNov 4
L58-71at Sacred Heart PioneersMar 12
W83-74vs Quinnipiac BobcatsMar 9
L64-68at Siena SaintsMar 7
L62-83at Sacred Heart PioneersMar 2

Columbia Lions

Last 10: 5-5Streak W475 scored · 75.5 allowed per game2-3 away

W95-70vs Longwood LancersNov 23
W82-67at Lehigh Mountain HawksNov 21
W54-49vs Boston University TerriersNov 19
W86-72vs UMass Lowell River HawksNov 14
L62-89at UConn HuskiesNov 10
W71-53at New Haven ChargersNov 7
L81-100at Cornell Big RedMar 8
L87-92vs Pennsylvania QuakersMar 1
L68-73vs Princeton TigersMar 1
L64-90at Yale BulldogsFeb 23

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Yale	24-7	-	11-3
Harvard	17-12	1	10-4
Pennsylvania	18-12	2	9-5
Cornell	15-13	3	8-6
Columbia	16-12	6	5-9
Dartmouth	11-16	6	5-9
Princeton	9-20	6	5-9
Brown	9-18	8	3-11
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	Columbia Lions	Fairfield Stags
Field goals	40-64	29-71
Field goal %	63	41
Three-pointers	11-20	8-25
Three-point %	55	32
Free throws	15-16	11-16
Free throw %	94	69
Rebounds	40	30
Offensive rebounds	11	17
Defensive rebounds	29	13
Assists	19	8
Steals	5	6
Blocks	2	3
Turnovers	10	10
Team turnovers	2	0
Technical fouls	1	0
Technical fouls, total	1	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	15	14
Fast-break points	11	9
Points in the paint	58	28
Fouls	13	14
Largest lead	32	0

How the scoring went

2nd Half62-44Kenny Noland made Layup.
2nd Half62-46Brandon Benjamin made Layup.
2nd Half65-46Gerard O'Keefe made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mason Ritter.
2nd Half65-48Deuce Turner made Layup.
2nd Half68-48Blair Thompson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kenny Noland.
2nd Half68-50Braden Sparks made Jumper. Assisted by Declan Wucherpfennig.
2nd Half70-50Gerard O'Keefe made Layup.
2nd Half70-52Deuce Turner made Layup.
2nd Half70-53Deuce Turner made Free Throw.
2nd Half72-53Blair Thompson made Layup.
2nd Half75-53Blair Thompson made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half77-53Connor Igoe made Layup.
2nd Half78-53Connor Igoe made Free Throw.
2nd Half80-53Connor Igoe made Layup. Assisted by Gerard O'Keefe.
2nd Half80-55Nasir Rodriguez made Jumper.
2nd Half82-55Hampton Sanders made Layup.
2nd Half82-58Tony Williams made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half84-58Miles Franklin made Layup.
2nd Half84-60Cam Estevez made Layup.
2nd Half84-61Cam Estevez made Free Throw.
2nd Half86-61Miles Franklin made Layup.
2nd Half86-64Cam Estevez made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tony Williams.
2nd Half88-64Blair Thompson made Layup. Assisted by Kenny Noland.
2nd Half90-64Blair Thompson made Layup.
2nd Half90-66Tony Williams made Jumper.
2nd Half90-68Cam Estevez made Jumper.
2nd Half93-68Kenny Noland made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mason Ritter.
2nd Half94-68Ryan Soulis made Free Throw.
2nd Half95-68Ryan Soulis made Free Throw.
2nd Half96-68Miles Franklin made Free Throw.
2nd Half96-70Halon Rawlins made Layup.
2nd Half96-71Nasir Rodriguez made Free Throw.
2nd Half98-71Leland Coleman made Layup.
2nd Half98-74Declan Wucherpfennig made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half99-74Miles Franklin made Free Throw.
2nd Half100-74Miles Franklin made Free Throw.
2nd Half102-74Miles Franklin made Layup.
2nd Half104-74Gerard O'Keefe made Layup. Assisted by Miles Franklin.
2nd Half106-74Richard Nweke made Layup. Assisted by Hampton Sanders.
2nd Half106-77Nasir Rodriguez made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tony Williams.