NCAAB · Final

Colonials Defeat Titans 73-62 in Key Matchup

Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · UPMC Events Center

Robert Morris Colonials 73, Detroit Mercy Titans 62, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Detroit Mercy Titans vs Robert Morris Colonials?

Robert Morris Colonials beat Detroit Mercy Titans 73-62 at UPMC Events Center on February 25, 2026.

Who was favored in Detroit Mercy Titans vs Robert Morris Colonials?

Robert Morris Colonials were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -375 (about 79% implied). The favorite won.

The Robert Morris Colonials secured a solid victory over the Detroit Mercy Titans with a final score of 73-62 at the UPMC Events Center. This matchup was significant as it showcased two teams with contrasting recent forms, with Robert Morris riding a five-game winning streak, while Detroit Mercy entered the game on a four-game winning streak of their own.

Robert Morris, boasting a home record of 20-10, has been particularly strong in their recent outings, winning eight of their last ten games. They have averaged 79.5 points scored per game during this stretch, while allowing 71.4 points. Their last five games have seen them score an impressive average of 80.6 points and allow only 67.4, highlighting their offensive prowess and defensive resilience.

In contrast, Detroit Mercy, with a record of 14-14, has also shown improvement, winning seven of their last ten games. Their scoring average during this period is 79.0 points, but they have allowed 77.1 points per game, indicating a less stable defense compared to their opponents. In their last five games, they have averaged 76.2 points scored and 75.2 points allowed, suggesting a more competitive but potentially vulnerable performance.

The Colonials' home advantage was evident in this matchup, as they have performed well at the UPMC Events Center, maintaining a strong home record. Detroit Mercy's away performance has been less impressive, with a record of 3-1 in their last four away games, but they have struggled in some of their earlier away matches.

Historically, the Colonials have had the upper hand in their recent meetings with the Titans, leading the head-to-head record 2-1 over the last two seasons. Their most recent encounter on January 3, 2026, saw Robert Morris triumph with a score of 85-77, while they also won the previous season's matchup 71-56. Detroit Mercy's lone victory in this stretch came earlier in the 2025 season, where they narrowly edged out Robert Morris 78-76.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the overall health of both teams could have played a role in the game's outcome. The market had priced Robert Morris as the favorites, with DraftKings listing them at -8.5 on the spread, indicating confidence in their ability to secure a comfortable win. The total for the game was set at 150.5, reflecting expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair.

The conditions at the UPMC Events Center were conducive to an exciting game, with both teams looking to capitalize on their recent form. Fans were treated to a competitive atmosphere as the Colonials sought to extend their winning streak and solidify their standing in the league.

As the game progressed, key moments included several crucial free throws made by players like Ta'Zir Smith and Ryan Prather Jr., which helped the Colonials maintain their lead in the second half. The final moments saw Robert Morris effectively manage the clock and secure their victory, reinforcing their position as a formidable contender in the NCAAB landscape.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	RMU -8.5	150.5 o -110 / u -110	Detroit Mercy Titans +295 · Robert Morris Colonials -375

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Leaders

PointsRyan Prather Jr.29Robert Morris Colonials
AssistsDarius Livingston6Robert Morris Colonials
ReboundsDeSean Goode12Robert Morris Colonials
PointsOrlando Lovejoy19Detroit Mercy Titans
AssistsOrlando Lovejoy4Detroit Mercy Titans
ReboundsRyan Kalambay9Detroit Mercy Titans

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Robert Morris Colonials

Last 10: 8-2Streak W579.5 scored · 71.4 allowed per game4-1 at home

W81-68at Wright State RaidersFeb 22
W93-69vs Oakland Golden GrizzliesFeb 15
W85-68at Cleveland State VikingsFeb 13
W72-66at Youngstown State PenguinsFeb 7
W72-66vs Wright State RaidersFeb 5
L71-83at Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsJan 31
W74-58vs IU Indianapolis JaguarsJan 29
L67-71vs Green Bay PhoenixJan 24
W88-76vs Milwaukee PanthersJan 23
W92-89at Northern Kentucky NorseJan 18

Detroit Mercy Titans

Last 10: 7-3Streak W479 scored · 77.1 allowed per game3-1 away

W74-70vs Green Bay PhoenixFeb 22
W91-86vs Milwaukee PanthersFeb 21
W76-70vs Youngstown State PenguinsFeb 15
W77-74at Wright State RaidersFeb 13
L63-76at Green Bay PhoenixFeb 7
W76-63at Milwaukee PanthersFeb 5
W90-77vs Northern Kentucky NorseJan 31
L87-95vs Oakland Golden GrizzliesJan 24
L76-83vs Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsJan 22
W80-77at IU Indianapolis JaguarsJan 17

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Wright State	23-12	-	15-5
Robert Morris	22-11	2	13-7
Green Bay	18-15	3	12-8
Detroit Mercy	17-15	3	12-8
Oakland	16-16	3	12-8
Purdue Fort Wayne	17-15	4	11-9
Northern Kentucky	20-14	5	10-10
Youngstown State	15-17	7	8-12
Milwaukee	12-20	7	8-12
Cleveland State	11-22	9	6-14
IU Indianapolis	7-25	12	3-17

Box score

Stat	Detroit Mercy Titans	Robert Morris Colonials
Field goals	25-56	23-61
Field goal %	45	38
Three-pointers	4-16	10-28
Three-point %	25	36
Free throws	8-10	17-22
Free throw %	80	77
Rebounds	35	39
Offensive rebounds	8	15
Defensive rebounds	27	24
Assists	12	17
Steals	5	9
Blocks	6	5
Turnovers	12	6
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	5	23
Fast-break points	4	13
Points in the paint	28	24
Fouls	19	11
Largest lead	9	11
Lead changes	9	9
Time in front	55	33

How the scoring went

2nd Half35-34Orlando Lovejoy makes 8-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half35-36Nikolaos Chitikoudis makes layup (Darius Livingston assists)
2nd Half35-38Ryan Prather Jr. makes driving layup
2nd Half37-38Ryan Kalambay makes layup (Legend Geeter assists)
2nd Half37-40Nikolaos Chitikoudis makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half39-40Legend Geeter makes layup (Orlando Lovejoy assists)
2nd Half39-42Ta'Zir Smith makes 6-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half41-42Orlando Lovejoy makes layup
2nd Half43-42Orlando Lovejoy makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half43-44Nikolaos Chitikoudis makes 2-foot dunk (Ta'Zir Smith assists)
2nd Half45-44Nate Johnson makes 7-foot jumper (London Maiden assists)
2nd Half47-44Ryan Kalambay makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half47-47Ryan Prather Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper (Kaleb Brown assists)
2nd Half48-47Legend Geeter makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half50-47Orlando Lovejoy makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half50-48Ryan Prather Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half50-49Ryan Prather Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half52-49Legend Geeter makes layup (Tyler Spratt assists)
2nd Half52-52Ryan Prather Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Darius Livingston assists)
2nd Half52-53Ryan Prather Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half52-56Ryan Prather Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Nikolaos Chitikoudis assists)
2nd Half52-58Ryan Prather Jr. makes 3-foot dunk
2nd Half52-60Nikolaos Chitikoudis makes layup (Darius Livingston assists)
2nd Half52-61Ryan Prather Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half52-62Ryan Prather Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half54-62TJ Nadeau makes 12-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half54-65DeSean Goode makes 25-foot three point jumper (Darius Livingston assists)
2nd Half55-65Orlando Lovejoy makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-65Orlando Lovejoy makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half56-67DeSean Goode makes layup (Darius Livingston assists)
2nd Half59-67Lance Stone makes 24-foot three point jumper (Orlando Lovejoy assists)
2nd Half60-67Orlando Lovejoy makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half61-67Orlando Lovejoy makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half61-68Ryan Prather Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half61-69Ryan Prather Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half62-69Orlando Lovejoy makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half62-70Ta'Zir Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half62-71Ta'Zir Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half62-72Ta'Zir Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half62-73Ta'Zir Smith makes free throw 2 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Robert Morris Colonials, below favours Detroit Mercy Titans.