Saint Joseph's Defeats Delaware State 67-51 at Home
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Michael J. Hagan '85 Arena
Saint Joseph's Hawks 67, Delaware State Hornets 51, 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 Saint Joseph's Hawks?
Saint Joseph's Hawks beat Delaware State Hornets 67-51 at Michael J. Hagan '85 Arena on December 18, 2025.
Who was favored in Delaware State Hornets vs Saint Joseph's Hawks?
Saint Joseph's Hawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -2800 (about 97% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Saint Joseph's Hawks triumphed over the Delaware State Hornets with a final score of 67-51 at the Michael J. Hagan '85 Arena. This victory extends the Hawks' record to 8-4, while the Hornets fall to 4-10 for the season.
Saint Joseph's entered the game with a home record of 4-0, showcasing a strong performance on their home court. The Hawks had a mixed recent form, going 6-4 in their last ten games, but they had lost their previous outing against the Syracuse Orange, 63-71. Despite this setback, they averaged 75.9 points scored and allowed 74.1 points in their last ten games, indicating a competitive scoring ability. In their last five games, they averaged 76.0 points scored while allowing only 64.8 points, demonstrating a solid defensive effort.
On the other side, Delaware State came into the game with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, but they were on a two-game winning streak, having recently defeated the Longwood Lancers 81-76 and the Delaware Blue Hens 75-72. However, their overall scoring average was lower at 63.4 points, while they allowed an average of 71.1 points over the same stretch. Their away record stood at 1-4, reflecting struggles outside their home venue.
The two teams had met previously in the current season, with Saint Joseph's winning that encounter decisively, 76-58, on December 28, 2024. This history may have contributed to the Hawks' confidence going into this matchup.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this contest.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Saint Joseph's favored heavily with a spread of -17.5 points. The total for the game was set at 137.5, with both the over and under priced at -110. The moneyline showed Saint Joseph's at -2800 and Delaware State at +1300, reflecting a significant disparity in expected performance.
Conditions in the arena were typical for a December basketball game, with no adverse weather factors affecting play. Fans were treated to a competitive atmosphere as the Hawks aimed to maintain their home dominance against the Hornets.
Throughout the game, viewers could observe key plays that contributed to the final score. Notably, in the second half, Steven Solano made crucial free throws for Delaware State, but the Hawks maintained control with significant contributions from players like Kevin Kearney and Ponce James, who scored pivotal points to keep the lead secure.
As the game concluded, Saint Joseph's solidified their status as a formidable force at home, while Delaware State will need to regroup as they continue their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | JOES -17.5 | 137.5 o -110 / u -110 | Delaware State Hornets +1300 · Saint Joseph's Hawks -2800 |
Leaders
- PointsAustin Williford14Saint Joseph's Hawks
- AssistsKhaafiq Myers3Saint Joseph's Hawks
- ReboundsDasear Haskins8Saint Joseph's Hawks
- PointsPonce James12Delaware State Hornets
- AssistsCorey Perkins5Delaware State Hornets
- ReboundsCyril Obasogie7Delaware State Hornets
Recent form
Saint Joseph's Hawks
Last 10: 6-4Streak L175.9 scored · 74.1 allowed per game4-0 at home
- L63-71at Syracuse OrangeDec 12
- W87-65vs Coppin State EaglesDec 10
- W70-69at Temple OwlsDec 6
- W60-58at Princeton TigersNov 30
- W100-61vs Rutgers-Camden RUTGERS-CAMDENNov 26
- L85-99at UNLV RebelsNov 21
- L74-83at Pennsylvania QuakersNov 18
- L59-94at Virginia Tech HokiesNov 13
- W76-65vs Drexel DragonsNov 8
- W85-76vs Lafayette LeopardsNov 4
Delaware State Hornets
Last 10: 4-6Streak W263.4 scored · 71.1 allowed per game1-4 away
- W81-76at Longwood LancersDec 13
- W75-72vs Delaware Blue HensDec 6
- L59-66vs Navy MidshipmenDec 4
- L57-71at UMBC RetrieversNov 29
- L58-62vs Virginia State TrojansNov 26
- L41-97at Miami HurricanesNov 23
- W66-64vs Kean CougarsNov 21
- W88-70vs Cheyney (PA) WolvesNov 19
- L52-65at New Haven ChargersNov 15
- L57-68at Niagara Purple EaglesNov 10
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 |
| 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 | Delaware State Hornets | Saint Joseph's Hawks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 20-62 | 24-61 |
| Field goal % | 32 | 39 |
| Three-pointers | 4-17 | 8-27 |
| Three-point % | 24 | 30 |
| Free throws | 7-11 | 11-18 |
| Free throw % | 64 | 61 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 47 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 17 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 30 |
| Assists | 8 | 13 |
| Steals | 10 | 8 |
| Blocks | 4 | 9 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 3 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 32 |
| Fouls | 13 | 11 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 26 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 99 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half18-29Anthony Finkley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half18-31Dasear Haskins makes layup
- 1st Half18-33Derek Simpson makes 3-foot dunk (Khaafiq Myers assists)
- 2nd Half20-33Ademar Santos makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half20-35Anthony Finkley makes layup
- 2nd Half20-37Dasear Haskins makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half20-38Anthony Finkley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half22-38Ponce James makes 18-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half22-39Khaafiq Myers makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half24-39Camian Shell makes 11-foot pullup jump shot (Corey Perkins assists)
- 2nd Half24-42Khaafiq Myers makes 25-foot three point jumper (Justice Ajogbor assists)
- 2nd Half25-42Cyril Obasogie makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half27-42Corey Perkins makes 21-foot jumper (Cyril Obasogie assists)
- 2nd Half29-42Corey Perkins makes 10-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half29-43Jaden Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half29-44Jaden Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half31-44Dean Shepherd makes driving layup (Corey Perkins assists)
- 2nd Half31-46Jaden Smith makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half31-47Jaden Smith makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half31-50Derek Simpson makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half33-50Bessanty Saragba makes layup
- 2nd Half33-52Derek Simpson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half35-52Corey Perkins makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half35-54Justice Ajogbor makes layup (Khaafiq Myers assists)
- 2nd Half35-56Khaafiq Myers makes driving layup
- 2nd Half35-59Anthony Finkley makes 23-foot three point jumper (Khaafiq Myers assists)
- 2nd Half35-61Khaafiq Myers makes driving layup
- 2nd Half38-61Camian Shell makes 26-foot three point jumper (Corey Perkins assists)
- 2nd Half40-61Ponce James makes driving layup
- 2nd Half40-63Kevin Kearney makes layup
- 2nd Half41-63John Clemmons makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half42-63John Clemmons makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half42-64Steven Solano makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half42-66Kevin Kearney makes layup (Steven Solano assists)
- 2nd Half45-66Ponce James makes 28-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half47-66Camian Shell makes 7-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half49-66Omar Stephen makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half49-67Khaafiq Myers makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-67John Clemmons makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-67John Clemmons makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Saint Joseph's Hawks, below favours Delaware State Hornets.
Venue
- Michael J. Hagan '85 ArenaPhiladelphia, PA
- Attendance1503
- OfficialsBert Smith, Roger Ayers, Tony Henderson
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