Dayton Flyers Edge Marquette Golden Eagles in Overtime
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 7:30 PM ET · Fiserv Forum
Dayton Flyers 77, Marquette Golden Eagles 71, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Dayton Flyers vs Marquette Golden Eagles?
Dayton Flyers beat Marquette Golden Eagles 77-71 at Fiserv Forum on November 19, 2025.
In a thrilling matchup at the Fiserv Forum, the Dayton Flyers defeated the Marquette Golden Eagles 77-71 in overtime. This victory marks the Flyers' continued dominance over the Golden Eagles, extending their head-to-head record to 2-0 in recent meetings. The previous encounter saw Dayton triumph 71-63 in December 2024, showcasing their ability to perform well against Marquette.
The game was tightly contested throughout, with both teams exchanging leads and battling for supremacy. Marquette entered the game with a home record of 3-3 and a recent form of 4-6 over their last ten games, averaging 72.6 points scored per game while allowing 70.2. However, they were on a one-game losing streak, having just lost to the Xavier Musketeers 89-87. In contrast, Dayton boasted a stronger away record of 4-1 and had been performing well lately with an overall record of 8-2 in their last ten games, averaging 70.2 points scored and allowing 65.0.
The Flyers' performance was highlighted by key plays in overtime, including a crucial three-point jumper from Keonte Jones that gave Dayton a lead they would not relinquish. The scoring plays in the overtime period were pivotal, with Jacob Conner and Nigel James Jr. also contributing significant points to seal the victory. The Flyers' ability to execute under pressure proved essential in this closely fought contest.
The game featured a back-and-forth dynamic, with both teams showing resilience. Marquette's scoring average at home was slightly higher than their overall average, but they struggled to maintain momentum against a determined Dayton side. The Flyers, meanwhile, have shown they can win on the road, which was evident in their performance at the Fiserv Forum.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any significant absences that affected either team during this matchup, allowing both squads to field their best players. This availability contributed to the high level of competition witnessed throughout the game.
As for the market, the odds were not detailed in the block, but it is noted that Marquette had a home win probability of 0.0 at the conclusion of the game, indicating that the Flyers were favored to win as the game progressed.
Overall, this game showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, with Dayton emerging victorious in a hard-fought battle. The Flyers' ability to execute in critical moments, particularly in overtime, was the difference maker in this encounter.
Leaders
- PointsNigel James Jr.18Marquette Golden Eagles
- AssistsNigel James Jr.5Marquette Golden Eagles
- ReboundsBen Gold8Marquette Golden Eagles
- PointsJavon Bennett19Dayton Flyers
- AssistsJordan Derkack5Dayton Flyers
- ReboundsAmaël L'Etang8Dayton Flyers
Recent form
Marquette Golden Eagles
Last 10: 4-6Streak L172.6 scored · 70.2 allowed per game2-3 at home
- L87-89vs Xavier MusketeersMar 11
- W68-62vs UConn HuskiesMar 7
- W78-56at Providence FriarsMar 5
- L51-62vs DePaul Blue DemonsMar 1
- W76-60at Georgetown HoyasFeb 25
- L70-76vs St. John's Red StormFeb 19
- L88-96at Xavier MusketeersFeb 14
- L74-77at Villanova WildcatsFeb 11
- W70-55vs Butler BulldogsFeb 7
- L64-69at Seton Hall PiratesJan 31
Dayton Flyers
Last 10: 8-2Streak L170.2 scored · 65 allowed per game4-1 away
- L62-70at VCU RamsMar 15
- W70-69at Saint Louis BillikensMar 14
- W68-63vs St. Bonaventure BonniesMar 13
- L62-68vs VCU RamsMar 7
- W65-60at Richmond SpidersMar 4
- W68-66at George Washington RevolutionariesFeb 28
- W77-62vs Saint Louis BillikensFeb 25
- W78-66vs Duquesne DukesFeb 21
- W82-67at George Mason PatriotsFeb 19
- W70-59vs Davidson WildcatsFeb 15
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| St. John's | 30-7 | - | 18-2 |
| UConn | 34-6 | 1 | 17-3 |
| Villanova | 24-9 | 3 | 15-5 |
| Seton Hall | 21-12 | 8 | 10-10 |
| Creighton | 16-18 | 9 | 9-11 |
| DePaul | 16-16 | 10 | 8-12 |
| Butler | 16-16 | 11 | 7-13 |
| Providence | 15-18 | 11 | 7-13 |
| Marquette | 12-20 | 11 | 7-13 |
| Georgetown | 16-18 | 12 | 6-14 |
| Xavier | 15-18 | 12 | 6-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Dayton Flyers | Marquette Golden Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-49 | 25-65 |
| Field goal % | 53 | 38 |
| Three-pointers | 7-17 | 9-31 |
| Three-point % | 41 | 29 |
| Free throws | 18-26 | 12-16 |
| Free throw % | 69 | 75 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 34 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 21 |
| Assists | 15 | 13 |
| Steals | 11 | 21 |
| Blocks | 5 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 25 | 20 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 18 | 24 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 20 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 32 |
| Fouls | 17 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 6 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half39-34Javon Bennett made Jumper.
- 2nd Half39-36Zaide Lowery made Jumper.
- 2nd Half40-36Jordan Derkack made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-36Jordan Derkack made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Amaël L'Etang.
- 2nd Half45-36Amaël L'Etang made Layup. Assisted by Javon Bennett.
- 2nd Half47-36Javon Bennett made Layup.
- 2nd Half47-38Tre Norman made Layup. Assisted by Chase Ross.
- 2nd Half49-38Jordan Derkack made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half49-41Adrien Stevens made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tre Norman.
- 2nd Half50-41Keonte Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-41Keonte Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-42Chase Ross made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-43Chase Ross made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-43De'Shayne Montgomery made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half53-45Caedin Hamilton made Jumper. Assisted by Chase Ross.
- 2nd Half55-45Malcolm Thomas made Layup.
- 2nd Half55-47Caedin Hamilton made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half56-47Bryce Heard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-47Jacob Conner made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jordan Derkack.
- 2nd Half59-50Zaide Lowery made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Nigel James Jr..
- 2nd Half59-52Nigel James Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Chase Ross.
- 2nd Half59-54Nigel James Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half60-54Amaël L'Etang made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-54Amaël L'Etang made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-57Ben Gold made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Zaide Lowery.
- 2nd Half61-58Chase Ross made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-58Javon Bennett made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jordan Derkack.
- 2nd Half66-58De'Shayne Montgomery made Layup. Assisted by Jordan Derkack.
- 2nd Half66-61Royce Parham made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Nigel James Jr..
- 2nd Half66-64Ben Gold made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Nigel James Jr..
- 2nd Half66-65Nigel James Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-66Nigel James Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-66Keonte Jones made Layup.
- 2nd Half68-68Zaide Lowery made Dunk. Assisted by Royce Parham.
- OT71-68Keonte Jones made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Amaël L'Etang.
- OT74-68Jacob Conner made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Keonte Jones.
- OT74-71Nigel James Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Royce Parham.
- OT75-71Javon Bennett made Free Throw.
- OT76-71Javon Bennett made Free Throw.
- OT77-71Javon Bennett made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Marquette Golden Eagles, below favours Dayton Flyers.
Venue
- Fiserv ForumMilwaukee, WI
- Attendance14369
- OfficialsPat Driscoll, James Breeding, Roger Ayers
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