Saint Louis Billikens Defeat Duquesne Dukes 91-76
Saturday, February 28, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Chaifetz Arena
Saint Louis Billikens 91, Duquesne Dukes 76, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Duquesne Dukes vs Saint Louis Billikens?
Saint Louis Billikens beat Duquesne Dukes 91-76 at Chaifetz Arena on February 28, 2026.
Who was favored in Duquesne Dukes vs Saint Louis Billikens?
Saint Louis Billikens were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1450 (about 94% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at Chaifetz Arena, the Saint Louis Billikens secured a 91-76 victory over the Duquesne Dukes. This win marked a continuation of the Billikens' strong season, bringing their record to 26-3, while the Dukes fell to 16-13. The game showcased Saint Louis' offensive prowess, averaging 84.4 points over their last ten games, despite a recent loss to the Dayton Flyers just days prior.
The Billikens entered this game with an 8-2 record in their last ten outings, though they were on a one-game losing streak after falling to Dayton 77-62. Their scoring average in the last five games was 78.8 points, while they allowed 70.0 points per game. Saint Louis had a solid home record of 4-0 in their last four games, indicating their strength at Chaifetz Arena.
On the other hand, the Duquesne Dukes had a mixed performance recently, with a 6-4 record over their last ten games. They were also on a two-game losing streak, having lost to Davidson and Dayton. The Dukes averaged 72.4 points in their last ten games, with a slight edge in points allowed at 71.8. Their recent form included a home win against La Salle, but they struggled on the road, with a 3-1 record away from home in their last four games.
Historically, the Billikens have performed well against the Dukes, winning both previous meetings this season and last. In their last encounter on January 21, 2026, the Billikens triumphed 81-77. The matchup before that saw them narrowly edge Duquesne 90-88 in March 2025, indicating a competitive rivalry.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any key players missing from either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this important contest.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Billikens favored by 13.5 points, with a total set at 160.5 for the game. The money line showed Saint Louis at -1450 and Duquesne at +850, reflecting the expected dominance of the home team.
Game conditions were typical for basketball, with no specific weather elements impacting play. Fans could expect a high-paced game, especially given the scoring averages of both teams. Key moments came in the second half, where Trey Green made a significant impact with a 29-foot three-point jumper, helping to extend the Billikens' lead. The final score of 91-76 highlighted Saint Louis' ability to maintain control throughout the game, particularly in the second half.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SLU -13.5 | 160.5 o -112 / u -108 | Duquesne Dukes +850 · Saint Louis Billikens -1450 |
Leaders
- PointsRobbie Avila23Saint Louis Billikens
- AssistsRobbie Avila7Saint Louis Billikens
- ReboundsRobbie Avila7Saint Louis Billikens
- PointsTarence Guinyard27Duquesne Dukes
- AssistsJimmie Williams4Duquesne Dukes
- ReboundsDavid Dixon7Duquesne Dukes
Recent form
Saint Louis Billikens
Last 10: 8-2Streak L184.4 scored · 71.8 allowed per game4-0 at home
- L62-77at Dayton FlyersFeb 25
- W88-75vs VCU RamsFeb 21
- L76-81at Rhode Island RamsFeb 18
- W86-59at Loyola Chicago RamblersFeb 14
- W82-58vs La Salle ExplorersFeb 7
- W91-82at Davidson WildcatsFeb 4
- W102-71vs Dayton FlyersJan 31
- W79-76vs George Washington RevolutionariesJan 28
- W97-62at St. Bonaventure BonniesJan 23
- W81-77at Duquesne DukesJan 21
Duquesne Dukes
Last 10: 6-4Streak L272.4 scored · 71.8 allowed per game3-1 away
- L56-67vs Davidson WildcatsFeb 26
- L66-78at Dayton FlyersFeb 21
- W62-61vs La Salle ExplorersFeb 19
- W78-73at St. Bonaventure BonniesFeb 14
- W88-86vs George Washington RevolutionariesFeb 7
- W71-65at George Mason PatriotsFeb 5
- W76-61vs Rhode Island RamsFeb 1
- L79-87vs St. Bonaventure BonniesJan 29
- W71-59at Loyola Chicago RamblersJan 24
- L77-81vs Saint Louis BillikensJan 21
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 | Duquesne Dukes | Saint Louis Billikens |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-56 | 27-50 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 54 |
| Three-pointers | 8-24 | 16-28 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 57 |
| Free throws | 16-23 | 21-24 |
| Free throw % | 70 | 88 |
| Rebounds | 28 | 28 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 17 | 22 |
| Assists | 16 | 22 |
| Steals | 8 | 5 |
| Blocks | 4 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 22 |
| Fouls | 18 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 15 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 46 | 50 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half47-54Jimmie Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-54Alex Williams makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jimmie Williams assists)
- 2nd Half50-57Robbie Avila makes 24-foot three point jumper (Quentin Jones assists)
- 2nd Half50-60Robbie Avila makes 28-foot three point jumper (Kellen Thames assists)
- 2nd Half52-60John Hugley IV makes layup
- 2nd Half54-60Jimmie Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half54-61Quentin Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-61Alex Williams makes layup (John Hugley IV assists)
- 2nd Half56-62Kellen Thames makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-63Kellen Thames makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-65Paul Otieno makes layup (Robbie Avila assists)
- 2nd Half58-65Tarence Guinyard makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half59-65Tarence Guinyard makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half59-66Paul Otieno makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-67Paul Otieno makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-67Tarence Guinyard makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half61-67Tarence Guinyard makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half61-68Quentin Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-69Quentin Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-69David Dixon makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half64-69Tarence Guinyard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-70Quentin Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-71Quentin Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-72Quentin Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-73Quentin Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-73Jimmie Williams makes 27-foot three point jumper (Tarence Guinyard assists)
- 2nd Half67-76Robbie Avila makes 26-foot three point jumper (Trey Green assists)
- 2nd Half68-76David Dixon makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-76David Dixon makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-76Tarence Guinyard makes 7-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half74-76Tarence Guinyard makes 24-foot three point jumper (Brandon Hall assists)
- 2nd Half74-79Trey Green makes 28-foot three point jumper (Robbie Avila assists)
- 2nd Half74-82Trey Green makes 29-foot three point jumper (Robbie Avila assists)
- 2nd Half74-83Trey Green makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-84Trey Green makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-86Paul Otieno makes 9-foot turnaround jump shot (Robbie Avila assists)
- 2nd Half74-87Quentin Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-88Quentin Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-88Tarence Guinyard makes layup
- 2nd Half76-91Robbie Avila makes 32-foot three point jumper (Ishan Sharma assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Saint Louis Billikens, below favours Duquesne Dukes.
Venue
- Chaifetz ArenaSt. Louis, MO
- Attendance9937
- OfficialsTim Kelly, Mike Millione, Michael Luckie
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