NCAAB · Final

Niagara Defeats Delaware State 68-57 at Home

Monday, November 10, 2025, 6:30 PM ET · Gallagher Center

Niagara Purple Eagles 68, Delaware State Hornets 57, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Delaware State Hornets vs Niagara Purple Eagles?

Niagara Purple Eagles beat Delaware State Hornets 68-57 at Gallagher Center on November 10, 2025.

In a decisive matchup at the Gallagher Center, the Niagara Purple Eagles secured a 68-57 victory over the Delaware State Hornets. This win marks an important moment for Niagara, who improved their record to 3-7 over their last ten games, while Delaware State continued to struggle, falling to 0-4 on the road this season.

Niagara entered the game with a home record of 2-1, and their recent form showed a slight uptick with a win against the Binghamton Bearcats just two days prior, where they triumphed 67-59. Their scoring average in the last five games has been 70.8 points, while they have allowed an average of 74.4 points. Despite their overall struggles, the Purple Eagles managed to find some momentum, highlighted by their current winning streak of one.

On the other side, Delaware State has faced significant challenges this season, particularly in their away games, where they have yet to secure a win, holding a record of 0-4. Their recent form has been concerning as well, with a streak of three consecutive losses, including a heavy defeat to the Syracuse Orange, where they lost 43-83. The Hornets have averaged 68.2 points scored in their last five games, while allowing 80.0 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities that have plagued them throughout the season.

The matchup was characterized by a strong defensive effort from Niagara, who managed to limit Delaware State's scoring opportunities. The Hornets, despite their offensive capabilities, struggled to find their rhythm against the Purple Eagles' defense. The scoring plays in the second half featured several free throws, with players like Jalen St Clair and Trenton Walters contributing to the Hornets' late attempts to close the gap. However, Niagara maintained control of the game, never allowing Delaware State to gain significant momentum.

In terms of previous meetings, there was no specific mention of past encounters between these two teams in the block, but the current season's performance paints a picture of Niagara being the stronger side in this matchup. The injury picture was not detailed in the block, so it remains unclear if either team was missing key players that could have influenced the outcome.

As for the betting market, the home win probability for Niagara was reported at 1.0, indicating that they were heavily favored to win this contest. This aligns with their recent form and home advantage, contrasting sharply with Delaware State's struggles on the road.

The conditions at the Gallagher Center were conducive for a competitive game, with both teams looking to establish themselves early. Viewers were treated to a game that showcased Niagara's ability to capitalize on their home court advantage while Delaware State continued to search for answers to their ongoing struggles. Overall, this matchup highlighted the contrasting trajectories of both programs as they navigate the early stages of the season.

Leaders

PointsJustin Hawkins13Niagara Purple Eagles
AssistsJustin Page5Niagara Purple Eagles
ReboundsJustin Hawkins5Niagara Purple Eagles
PointsPonce James17Delaware State Hornets
AssistsPonce James8Delaware State Hornets
ReboundsPonce James3Delaware State Hornets

Recent form

Niagara Purple Eagles

Last 10: 3-7Streak W169.2 scored · 73.9 allowed per game1-3 at home

W67-59at Binghamton BearcatsNov 8
L63-83at Duquesne DukesNov 4
L76-77at Rider BroncsMar 8
W78-68at Saint Peter's PeacocksMar 7
L70-85vs Manhattan JaspersMar 2
L63-65vs Iona GaelsFeb 28
L61-64at Marist Red FoxesFeb 23
L60-94at Siena SaintsFeb 22
L83-84vs Mount St. Mary's MountaineersFeb 14
W71-60vs Canisius Golden GriffinsFeb 12

Delaware State Hornets

Last 10: 4-6Streak L377.2 scored · 82.2 allowed per game0-4 away

L43-83at Syracuse OrangeNov 8
L65-83at Temple OwlsNov 6
L77-79vs North Carolina Central EaglesMar 14
W75-68vs Maryland Eastern Shore HawksMar 7
L81-87at Morgan State BearsMar 4
W83-79vs Coppin State EaglesMar 1
W86-84vs North Carolina Central EaglesFeb 25
L88-94vs South Carolina State BulldogsFeb 22
L84-96at Norfolk State SpartansFeb 18
W90-69vs Howard BisonFeb 15

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Howard	24-11	-	11-3
Morgan State	14-16	1	10-4
Norfolk State	15-17	3	8-6
North Carolina Central	14-18	3	8-6
South Carolina State	10-22	4	7-7
Maryland Eastern Shore	9-23	6	5-9
Coppin State	7-24	6	5-9
Delaware State	8-23	9	2-12
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	Delaware State Hornets	Niagara Purple Eagles
Field goals	21-54	25-47
Field goal %	39	53
Three-pointers	7-22	9-18
Three-point %	32	50
Free throws	8-12	9-14
Free throw %	67	64
Rebounds	30	30
Offensive rebounds	8	3
Defensive rebounds	22	27
Assists	11	24
Steals	5	2
Blocks	1	3
Turnovers	8	9
Team turnovers	3	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	6	8
Fast-break points	8	5
Points in the paint	16	30
Fouls	16	14
Largest lead	3	17

How the scoring went

1st Half24-29Drew Larson made Layup. Assisted by Justin Hawkins.
1st Half24-32Trenton Walters made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Justin Page.
1st Half26-32Kareem Watson made Jumper. Assisted by Ponce James.
1st Half26-33Justin Page made Free Throw.
1st Half26-34Justin Page made Free Throw.
2nd Half26-36Will Shortt made Layup. Assisted by Reggie Prudhomme.
2nd Half28-36Ponce James made Jumper.
2nd Half28-39Josiah Sabino made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Will Shortt.
2nd Half30-39Cyril Obasogie made Layup. Assisted by Ponce James.
2nd Half30-42Justin Page made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Justin Hawkins.
2nd Half33-42Rahmir Moore made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half33-43Justin Hawkins made Free Throw.
2nd Half35-43Ponce James made Layup.
2nd Half35-45Drew Larson made Layup. Assisted by Josiah Sabino.
2nd Half37-45Zion Bethea made Jumper.
2nd Half37-47Will Shortt made Layup. Assisted by Vice Zanki.
2nd Half37-49Justin Hawkins made Layup. Assisted by Trenton Walters.
2nd Half37-51Justin Hawkins made Layup. Assisted by Vice Zanki.
2nd Half40-51Ponce James made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half40-54Brian Griffith made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Will Shortt.
2nd Half42-54Muazibini Adamu made Layup. Assisted by Ponce James.
2nd Half42-57Reggie Prudhomme made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Will Shortt.
2nd Half42-59Will Shortt made Layup. Assisted by Justin Hawkins.
2nd Half45-59John Clemmons made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ponce James.
2nd Half45-61Justin Hawkins made Layup. Assisted by Reggie Prudhomme.
2nd Half47-61Ponce James made Layup.
2nd Half48-61Ponce James made Free Throw.
2nd Half48-63Justin Hawkins made Layup. Assisted by Justin Page.
2nd Half48-64Justin Hawkins made Free Throw.
2nd Half50-64John Clemmons made Layup.
2nd Half51-64Dean Shepherd made Free Throw.
2nd Half51-66Justin Hawkins made Jumper. Assisted by Reggie Prudhomme.
2nd Half52-66Jalen St Clair made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-66Jalen St Clair made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-67Trenton Walters made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-68Trenton Walters made Free Throw.
2nd Half54-68John Clemmons made Free Throw.
2nd Half55-68John Clemmons made Free Throw.
2nd Half56-68Ponce James made Free Throw.
2nd Half57-68Ponce James made Free Throw.

Win probability

Above the line favours Niagara Purple Eagles, below favours Delaware State Hornets.