Sacred Heart Dominates Dartmouth in Convincing Win
Friday, December 19, 2025, 11:00 AM ET · William H. Pitt Center
Sacred Heart Pioneers 85, Dartmouth Big Green 63, 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 Dartmouth Big Green vs Sacred Heart Pioneers?
Sacred Heart Pioneers beat Dartmouth Big Green 85-63 at William H. Pitt Center on December 19, 2025.
Who was favored in Dartmouth Big Green vs Sacred Heart Pioneers?
Dartmouth Big Green were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -118 (about 54% implied). The underdog won.
In a commanding performance, the Sacred Heart Pioneers defeated the Dartmouth Big Green with a final score of 85-63. This win marks a significant turnaround for Sacred Heart, who had been struggling in their recent games, now improving their record to 6-7. The game took place at the William H. Pitt Center, where Sacred Heart showcased their offensive prowess.
Sacred Heart entered the game with a home record of 5-7, while Dartmouth held a slightly better away record of 5-6. The Pioneers had been on a rough patch, with a recent record of 3-7 over their last ten games, including a loss in their previous outing against UMass Lowell River Hawks. They averaged 75.1 points scored per game but also allowed 82.8 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. In contrast, Dartmouth had a more balanced recent form, going 5-5 in their last ten games, with an average of 77.8 points scored and 73.6 points allowed. They were coming off a two-game winning streak, which included a decisive victory over the Holy Cross Crusaders.
Historically, this matchup had not favored Sacred Heart, as they had lost their only previous meeting against Dartmouth earlier in the season, 76-81. This context added an extra layer of significance to the game, as the Pioneers sought to avenge their earlier defeat.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had set the odds with Dartmouth as a slight favorite at -1.5, indicating a close contest was expected. The total points line was set at 155.5, reflecting expectations of a high-scoring game. However, the outcome proved otherwise, as Sacred Heart exceeded expectations with their offensive display.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key player absences for either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this crucial matchup. The conditions in the venue were typical for a basketball game, with fans present to support their teams, contributing to an electric atmosphere.
As the game progressed, Sacred Heart quickly established control, leading throughout the contest. Key moments included a spectacular 26-foot three-point jumper from Cam Hiatt, which extended the lead and showcased the Pioneers' shooting ability. Dashon Gittens contributed significantly, scoring multiple points from the free-throw line and even executing a powerful dunk, further energizing the home crowd. The Pioneers' ability to maintain their lead and effectively respond to any attempts by Dartmouth to close the gap was a testament to their improved performance.
The final score of 85-63 not only reflects Sacred Heart's dominance in this game but also serves as a critical boost in confidence as they move forward in the season. The Pioneers will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming games, while Dartmouth will need to regroup following this disappointing defeat.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | DART -1.5 | 155.5 o -112 / u -108 | Dartmouth Big Green -118 · Sacred Heart Pioneers -102 |
Leaders
- PointsDashon Gittens26Sacred Heart Pioneers
- AssistsMekhi Conner10Sacred Heart Pioneers
- ReboundsDashon Gittens8Sacred Heart Pioneers
- PointsKareem Thomas19Dartmouth Big Green
- AssistsConnor Amundsen4Dartmouth Big Green
- ReboundsBrandon Mitchell-Day13Dartmouth Big Green
Recent form
Sacred Heart Pioneers
Last 10: 3-7Streak L175.1 scored · 82.8 allowed per game1-1 at home
- L82-87at UMass Lowell River HawksDec 16
- W65-49at NJIT HighlandersDec 13
- L69-81vs Iona GaelsDec 7
- W87-80at Mount St. Mary's MountaineersDec 4
- L59-90at Penn State Nittany LionsNov 29
- L106-108at Central Connecticut Blue DevilsNov 25
- W79-66vs Holy Cross CrusadersNov 22
- L64-81at Queens University RoyalsNov 15
- L60-94at Villanova WildcatsNov 12
- L80-92at Duquesne DukesNov 8
Dartmouth Big Green
Last 10: 5-5Streak W277.8 scored · 73.6 allowed per game2-3 away
- W89-64at Holy Cross CrusadersDec 16
- W77-64vs Boston University TerriersDec 13
- L55-76at Colorado State RamsDec 10
- L80-93at Wyoming CowboysDec 6
- W69-68vs New Hampshire WildcatsDec 4
- W87-61at Saint Peter's PeacocksNov 29
- W113-68vs Maine Augusta MooseNov 19
- L77-85vs App State MountaineersNov 16
- L75-82at Bryant BulldogsNov 13
- L56-75vs Marist Red FoxesNov 9
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 | Dartmouth Big Green | Sacred Heart Pioneers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 20-60 | 33-79 |
| Field goal % | 33 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 9-30 | 9-36 |
| Three-point % | 30 | 25 |
| Free throws | 14-22 | 10-14 |
| Free throw % | 64 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 45 | 48 |
| Offensive rebounds | 17 | 21 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 27 |
| Assists | 11 | 15 |
| Steals | 5 | 12 |
| Blocks | 3 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 21 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 42 |
| Fouls | 17 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 22 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 1 | 92 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half32-43Kareem Thomas makes 24-foot three point jumper (Connor Amundsen assists)
- 2nd Half35-43Brandon Mitchell-Day makes 27-foot three point jumper (Connor Amundsen assists)
- 2nd Half35-46Mekhi Conner makes 27-foot three point jumper (Yann Farell assists)
- 2nd Half38-46Connor Amundsen makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half40-46Brandon Mitchell-Day makes driving layup
- 2nd Half42-46Kareem Thomas makes driving layup (Cameron McNamee assists)
- 2nd Half45-46Nikola Abusara makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jackson Munro assists)
- 2nd Half45-47Dashon Gittens makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-47Jackson Munro makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half47-49Lucius Gibson-Savadel makes layup
- 2nd Half47-51Yann Farell makes 8-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half47-54Mekhi Conner makes 29-foot three point jumper (Jaden Slaughter assists)
- 2nd Half50-54Kareem Thomas makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half50-56Jaden Slaughter makes driving layup (Mekhi Conner assists)
- 2nd Half51-56Jackson Munro makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-56Jackson Munro makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-59Mekhi Conner makes 28-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half52-61Nyle Ralph-Beyer makes 19-foot jumper (Mekhi Conner assists)
- 2nd Half53-61Nikola Abusara makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-61Nikola Abusara makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-63Dashon Gittens makes driving layup
- 2nd Half55-63Brandon Mitchell-Day makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-65Yann Farell makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half55-67Mekhi Conner makes driving layup
- 2nd Half55-68Mekhi Conner makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half55-71Nyle Ralph-Beyer makes 25-foot three point jumper (Mekhi Conner assists)
- 2nd Half55-74Nyle Ralph-Beyer makes 26-foot three point jumper (Fallou Gueye assists)
- 2nd Half55-75Mekhi Conner makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-76Mekhi Conner makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-76Kareem Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-76Kareem Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-79Dashon Gittens makes 30-foot three point jumper (Fallou Gueye assists)
- 2nd Half60-79Cam Hiatt makes 26-foot three point jumper (Kareem Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half60-80Dashon Gittens makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-81Dashon Gittens makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-81Kareem Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-83Dashon Gittens makes 10-foot dunk (Mekhi Conner assists)
- 2nd Half63-83Patrick Tivnan Jr. makes layup (Nikola Abusara assists)
- 2nd Half63-84Fallou Gueye makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-85Fallou Gueye makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Sacred Heart Pioneers, below favours Dartmouth Big Green.
Venue
- William H. Pitt CenterFairfield, CT
- OfficialsMatt Potter, Greg Evans, Tyler Sandmann
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