NCAAB · Final

Saint Louis Dominates Dayton in Convincing Win

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Friday, January 30, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Chaifetz Arena

Saint Louis Billikens 102, Dayton Flyers 71, 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 Dayton Flyers vs Saint Louis Billikens?

Saint Louis Billikens beat Dayton Flyers 102-71 at Chaifetz Arena on January 30, 2026.

Who was favored in Dayton Flyers vs Saint Louis Billikens?

Saint Louis Billikens were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -575 (about 85% implied). The favorite won.

The Saint Louis Billikens delivered a commanding performance against the Dayton Flyers, securing a decisive 102-71 victory at Chaifetz Arena. This win not only showcased the Billikens' offensive prowess but also highlighted their dominance at home, where they have maintained an impressive record of 21-1 this season. With this victory, Saint Louis extends their winning streak to ten games, averaging 88.7 points scored and allowing 65.9 points during this stretch.

In contrast, the Dayton Flyers have struggled recently, suffering three consecutive losses and holding a record of 14-8 overall. Their recent form shows a 6-4 record in their last ten games, with an average of 73.3 points scored and 67.4 points allowed. This inconsistency has been evident in their away performance, where they have a record of 2-2. The Billikens, on the other hand, have been formidable at home, boasting a perfect 6-0 record in their last six home games.

Historically, Saint Louis has had the upper hand in their recent meetings with Dayton, winning both of their encounters in the previous season. In their last matchup on March 5, 2025, Saint Louis fell to Dayton with a score of 67-75, but the Billikens turned the tables in this latest fixture. The previous game on February 1, 2025, also saw Dayton come out on top, winning 63-71. However, the Billikens' strong home advantage played a crucial role in their ability to dominate this game.

In terms of injuries, the block does not provide any specific details on player availability for either team, but the impact of injuries can often be significant in college basketball. The absence of key players can shift the dynamics of a game, but both teams fielded their rosters without noted issues in this matchup.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Saint Louis favored with a spread of -9.5, indicating strong confidence in their ability to cover the spread. The total points line was set at 151.5, reflecting expectations for a high-scoring game, which ultimately came to fruition with both teams combining for 173 points.

The conditions at Chaifetz Arena were conducive to a high-paced game, with a lively crowd supporting the Billikens. The atmosphere likely energized the home team, contributing to their offensive rhythm. Fans witnessed an array of scoring plays, including a standout performance from Amaël L'Etang, who made crucial contributions, including a dunk late in the second half.

Viewers should have been particularly attentive to Saint Louis's offensive execution, as they showcased a balanced attack with multiple players contributing to the scoring. The Billikens’ ability to score efficiently from both inside and beyond the arc was evident throughout the game, making it difficult for the Flyers to keep pace.

Overall, this matchup was a testament to Saint Louis's strength at home and their ability to bounce back from previous losses against Dayton. The Billikens' offensive firepower and defensive tenacity made for an impressive display, solidifying their status as a formidable contender in the league.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	SLU -9.5	151.5 o -105 / u -115	Dayton Flyers +425 · Saint Louis Billikens -575

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Leaders

PointsTrey Green23Saint Louis Billikens
AssistsQuentin Jones5Saint Louis Billikens
ReboundsTrey Green5Saint Louis Billikens
PointsDe'Shayne Montgomery23Dayton Flyers
AssistsJavon Bennett5Dayton Flyers
ReboundsAmaël L'Etang6Dayton Flyers

Recent form

Saint Louis Billikens

Last 10: 10-0Streak W1088.7 scored · 65.9 allowed per game6-0 at home

W79-76vs George Washington RevolutionariesJan 28
W97-62at St. Bonaventure BonniesJan 23
W81-77at Duquesne DukesJan 21
W88-63vs Richmond SpidersJan 17
W78-56vs Fordham RamsJan 15
W84-72at La Salle ExplorersJan 10
W71-62at VCU RamsJan 8
W102-79vs Saint Joseph's HawksDec 31
W114-33vs Principia PRINCIPIADec 28
W93-79vs New Hampshire WildcatsDec 21

Dayton Flyers

Last 10: 6-4Streak L373.3 scored · 67.4 allowed per game2-2 away

L76-81vs Rhode Island RamsJan 28
L74-81at Saint Joseph's HawksJan 24
L64-67at La Salle ExplorersJan 21
W78-51vs Loyola Chicago RamblersJan 17
W71-65at Duquesne DukesJan 14
W79-72vs George Washington RevolutionariesJan 7
W70-68at Loyola Chicago RamblersJan 3
W63-56vs Fordham RamsDec 31
L61-64vs Liberty FlamesDec 20
W97-69vs Florida State SeminolesDec 17

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

Box score

Stat	Dayton Flyers	Saint Louis Billikens
Field goals	25-55	35-56
Field goal %	45	63
Three-pointers	7-20	17-28
Three-point %	35	61
Free throws	14-16	15-23
Free throw %	88	65
Rebounds	23	30
Offensive rebounds	6	6
Defensive rebounds	17	24
Assists	14	23
Steals	6	10
Blocks	2	0
Turnovers	15	13
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	1	0
Points off turnovers	11	21
Fast-break points	9	25
Points in the paint	36	36
Fouls	15	14
Largest lead	0	35
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	0	99

How the scoring went

2nd Half41-56Quentin Jones makes 23-foot three point jumper (Trey Green assists)
2nd Half41-57Robbie Avila makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half41-60Trey Green makes 25-foot three point jumper
2nd Half41-63Ishan Sharma makes 25-foot three point jumper (Quentin Jones assists)
2nd Half43-63Javon Bennett makes layup (Malcolm Thomas assists)
2nd Half43-65Quentin Jones makes driving layup (Trey Green assists)
2nd Half45-65Malcolm Thomas makes 4-foot jumper
2nd Half45-68Trey Green makes 27-foot three point jumper (Robbie Avila assists)
2nd Half48-68Malcolm Thomas makes 25-foot three point jumper (Javon Bennett assists)
2nd Half48-69Paul Otieno makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half48-70Paul Otieno makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half50-70De'Shayne Montgomery makes 1-foot dunk (Amaël L'Etang assists)
2nd Half50-72Amari McCottry makes layup (Kellen Thames assists)
2nd Half50-75Trey Green makes 28-foot three point jumper
2nd Half50-76Amari McCottry makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half53-76De'Shayne Montgomery makes 24-foot three point jumper (Javon Bennett assists)
2nd Half53-79Ishan Sharma makes 28-foot three point jumper (Kellen Thames assists)
2nd Half53-80Kellen Thames makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half56-80De'Shayne Montgomery makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jacob Conner assists)
2nd Half56-82Dion Brown makes layup (Paul Otieno assists)
2nd Half57-82Malcolm Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half57-85Ishan Sharma makes 26-foot three point jumper (Robbie Avila assists)
2nd Half58-85De'Shayne Montgomery makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half59-85De'Shayne Montgomery makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half59-86Paul Otieno makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half59-87Paul Otieno makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half62-87Bryce Heard makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jacob Conner assists)
2nd Half62-89Dion Brown makes 10-foot jumper (Quentin Jones assists)
2nd Half62-92Ishan Sharma makes 25-foot three point jumper
2nd Half62-93Dion Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half62-94Quentin Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half62-97Ishan Sharma makes 29-foot three point jumper
2nd Half63-97De'Shayne Montgomery makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half64-97De'Shayne Montgomery makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half64-99Dion Brown makes layup
2nd Half67-99Damon Friery makes 24-foot three point jumper (Amaël L'Etang assists)
2nd Half69-99Amaël L'Etang makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half69-100Jax Kerr makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half69-102Jax Kerr makes 6-foot hook shot
2nd Half71-102Amaël L'Etang makes 1-foot dunk (Bryce Heard assists)