Colgate Raiders Defeat Drexel Dragons 90-83 in Thrilling Match
Tuesday, November 11, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Cotterell Court
Colgate Raiders 90, Drexel Dragons 83, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Drexel Dragons vs Colgate Raiders?
Colgate Raiders beat Drexel Dragons 90-83 at Cotterell Court on November 11, 2025.
In a closely contested game at Cotterell Court, the Colgate Raiders triumphed over the Drexel Dragons with a final score of 90-83. This victory marked a significant moment for the Raiders, who improved their record to 2-2, while the Dragons fell to 1-3 on the season.
Both teams entered the game with identical records of 1-2, making this matchup particularly intriguing as a chance for one to gain an early advantage in the season. The Raiders had been struggling recently, coming into the game on a three-game losing streak, with their last ten games yielding a record of 4-6. Their average points scored was 74.2, while they allowed an average of 73.2 points per game. Conversely, the Dragons had a more favorable recent form, boasting a record of 6-4 in their last ten games, although they were also coming off a loss, resulting in a one-game losing streak. They averaged 70.8 points scored and allowed only 66.8 points per game.
When examining home and away performances, the Raiders had a home record of 1-2 prior to this game, while the Dragons struggled on the road, holding a record of 1-4 away from home. This disparity in performance added an extra layer of significance to the Raiders' victory.
The teams had met previously in the season on November 9, 2024, where the Raiders lost to the Dragons 56-73 in an away game. This prior defeat may have fueled the Raiders' determination to secure a win on their home court.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any players missing from either team, suggesting that both squads were at full strength for this matchup. This allowed for a competitive game where both teams could showcase their talents.
Betting lines indicated that the Raiders were favored to win, with a probability of 1.0 according to the market, reflecting confidence in their ability to secure the victory.
The game unfolded with a thrilling second half, where scoring plays highlighted the intensity of the matchup. Jalen Cox and Kevon Vanderhorst were instrumental for the Raiders, each contributing crucial free throws in the closing moments of the game. The final minutes saw the Raiders maintain their lead, with Sam Wright and Shane Blakeney also making significant contributions to the scoreboard.
Overall, the Raiders' victory not only improved their standing in the league but also provided a much-needed boost in confidence after a series of losses. The Dragons, despite the loss, showcased their potential and will look to regroup as they continue their season.
Leaders
- PointsJalen Cox26Colgate Raiders
- AssistsJalen Cox9Colgate Raiders
- ReboundsJalen Cox6Colgate Raiders
- PointsShane Blakeney24Drexel Dragons
- AssistsShane Blakeney4Drexel Dragons
- ReboundsMartin de LaPorterie9Drexel Dragons
Recent form
Colgate Raiders
Last 10: 4-6Streak L374.2 scored · 73.2 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L65-68vs Northeastern HuskiesNov 7
- L69-80at Michigan State SpartansNov 4
- L62-72at American University EaglesMar 9
- W84-55vs Army Black KnightsMar 7
- L59-67vs American University EaglesMar 1
- W81-73vs Holy Cross CrusadersFeb 27
- L65-84at Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsFeb 23
- W79-75vs Navy MidshipmenFeb 20
- L91-93at Boston University TerriersFeb 15
- W87-65at Holy Cross CrusadersFeb 12
Drexel Dragons
Last 10: 6-4Streak L170.8 scored · 66.8 allowed per game1-4 away
- L65-76at Saint Joseph's HawksNov 8
- W93-59vs Widener PrideNov 3
- L76-82at Towson TigersMar 9
- W91-74vs Elon PhoenixMar 8
- W71-61vs Monmouth HawksMar 1
- W53-52vs Hampton PiratesFeb 28
- W64-55vs Charleston CougarsFeb 22
- W78-74at Delaware Blue HensFeb 20
- L59-72at William & Mary TribeFeb 15
- L58-63at Hampton PiratesFeb 14
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNC Wilmington | 27-7 | - | 15-3 |
| Charleston | 21-11 | 1 | 14-4 |
| Hofstra | 24-11 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Monmouth | 19-15 | 4 | 11-7 |
| William & Mary | 20-12 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Drexel | 17-16 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Towson | 19-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Stony Brook | 17-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Campbell | 16-18 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Hampton | 13-19 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Elon | 14-18 | 9 | 6-12 |
| North Carolina A&T | 11-19 | 11 | 4-14 |
| Northeastern | 7-24 | 13 | 2-16 |
| Navy | 26-8 | - | 17-1 |
| Colgate | 18-15 | 6 | 11-7 |
| Lehigh | 18-17 | 6 | 11-7 |
| Boston University | 17-17 | 7 | 10-8 |
| American University | 16-16 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Loyola Maryland | 12-20 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Lafayette | 11-21 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Bucknell | 10-23 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Army | 11-21 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Holy Cross | 11-22 | 12 | 5-13 |
Box score
| Stat | Drexel Dragons | Colgate Raiders |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-67 | 29-46 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 63 |
| Three-pointers | 15-34 | 8-13 |
| Three-point % | 44 | 62 |
| Free throws | 8-15 | 24-27 |
| Free throw % | 53 | 89 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 27 |
| Offensive rebounds | 15 | 3 |
| Defensive rebounds | 15 | 24 |
| Assists | 19 | 16 |
| Steals | 6 | 4 |
| Blocks | 0 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 28 |
| Fouls | 22 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 5 | 19 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half50-56Andrew Alekseyenko made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-57Andrew Alekseyenko made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-57Shane Blakeney made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Horace Simmons Jr..
- 2nd Half53-60Kyle Carlesimo made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ben Tweedy.
- 2nd Half56-60Eli Beard made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Shane Blakeney.
- 2nd Half57-60Martin de LaPorterie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-60Martin de LaPorterie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-63Sam Wright made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Josh Ahayere.
- 2nd Half58-65Josh Ahayere made Layup.
- 2nd Half61-65Shane Blakeney made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Martin de LaPorterie.
- 2nd Half61-67Sam Wright made Layup. Assisted by Andrew Alekseyenko.
- 2nd Half63-67Eli Beard made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-68Andrew Alekseyenko made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-69Andrew Alekseyenko made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-71Jalen Cox made Jumper.
- 2nd Half66-71Shane Blakeney made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Eli Beard.
- 2nd Half67-71Shane Blakeney made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-73Andrew Alekseyenko made Layup. Assisted by Jalen Cox.
- 2nd Half67-76Kyle Carlesimo made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jalen Cox.
- 2nd Half70-76Shane Blakeney made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half70-78Sam Wright made Jumper. Assisted by Jalen Cox.
- 2nd Half72-78Shane Blakeney made Layup.
- 2nd Half74-78Eli Beard made Layup.
- 2nd Half74-79Andrew Alekseyenko made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-80Andrew Alekseyenko made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-80Garfield Turner made Layup. Assisted by Kevon Vanderhorst.
- 2nd Half76-81Andrew Alekseyenko made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-82Andrew Alekseyenko made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-84Jalen Cox made Jumper.
- 2nd Half77-84Eli Beard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-84Eli Beard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-85Jalen Cox made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-86Jalen Cox made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-86Kevon Vanderhorst made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-86Kevon Vanderhorst made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-87Sam Wright made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-88Sam Wright made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-89Jalen Cox made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-90Jalen Cox made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-90Shane Blakeney made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Eli Beard.
Win probability
Above the line favours Colgate Raiders, below favours Drexel Dragons.
Venue
- Cotterell CourtHamilton, NY
- Attendance643
- OfficialsAdam Vandenburgh, Tyler Sandmann, Mike Evans
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