NCAAB · Final

Fairfield Stags Defeat NJIT Highlanders 74-53

Saturday, November 8, 2025, 2:00 PM ET · Joel & Diane Bloom Wellness and Events Center

Fairfield Stags 74, NJIT Highlanders 53, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Fairfield Stags vs NJIT Highlanders?

Fairfield Stags beat NJIT Highlanders 74-53 at Joel & Diane Bloom Wellness and Events Center on November 8, 2025.

In a decisive matchup, the Fairfield Stags defeated the NJIT Highlanders with a final score of 74-53. This game took place at the Joel & Diane Bloom Wellness and Events Center, marking a significant moment for both teams as they sought to improve their early-season records. Both teams entered the game with a record of 1-1, but the Stags showcased a stronger performance, ultimately securing their second win of the season.

The Highlanders have struggled in their recent form, holding a record of 2-8 over their last ten games. They entered the matchup on a two-game winning streak, having recently defeated the Fordham Rams 72-61 and the Binghamton Bearcats 75-72. However, they have faced challenges throughout the season, averaging 70.8 points scored while allowing 79.8 points per game. At home, NJIT has not fared well, with a home record of 0-4 in their last ten games.

On the other hand, the Stags have had a mixed bag of results, with a record of 3-7 in their last ten games. They faced a two-game losing streak leading up to the game, losing to the Penn State Nittany Lions 76-68 and the Sacred Heart Pioneers 71-58. Fairfield's scoring average has been lower than NJIT's, at 66.3 points per game, while allowing 70.5 points. Their away record has also been challenging, standing at 1-5.

In terms of previous matchups, both teams have had limited encounters, but this game was crucial for establishing dominance early in the season. The Highlanders had hoped to leverage their recent victories to gain momentum, while the Stags aimed to break their losing streak and build confidence.

Injury reports did not indicate any significant absences affecting either team, allowing both sides to field their expected lineups. The conditions in the arena were typical for early November, with fans eager to support their teams as they kicked off the season.

The betting market had set the odds with the Stags favored to win, reflecting their overall performance and expectations for the game, although specific odds were not detailed in the block. As the game unfolded, viewers could watch for the Highlanders' attempts to capitalize on their recent scoring success and the Stags' efforts to regain form after their recent losses.

The scoring plays highlighted key moments in the game, with notable contributions from both sides. Brandon Benjamin made a significant jumper for the Stags, while Eric Mejia and Declan Wucherpfennig contributed multiple free throws that helped extend Fairfield's lead in the second half. Despite the Highlanders' efforts, they were unable to close the gap, ultimately leading to a comfortable victory for the Stags.

As the final buzzer sounded, the Stags celebrated their 74-53 victory, while the Highlanders faced the challenge of regrouping for their next matchup. This game served as an important early-season indicator for both teams, with Fairfield looking to build on their success and NJIT needing to address their defensive shortcomings moving forward.

Leaders

PointsDavid Bolden12NJIT Highlanders
AssistsSebastian Robinson3NJIT Highlanders
ReboundsDavid Bolden6NJIT Highlanders
PointsDeclan Wucherpfennig14Fairfield Stags
AssistsBraden Sparks3Fairfield Stags
ReboundsBrandon Benjamin9Fairfield Stags

Recent form

NJIT Highlanders

Last 10: 2-8Streak W270.8 scored · 79.8 allowed per game0-4 at home

W72-61at Fordham RamsNov 5
W75-72at Binghamton BearcatsMar 5
L59-86vs UAlbany Great DanesMar 1
L61-71vs Vermont CatamountsFeb 28
L91-95at UMBC RetrieversFeb 22
L71-75vs Binghamton BearcatsFeb 15
L66-88at Bryant BulldogsFeb 13
L69-80at New Hampshire WildcatsFeb 8
L74-78at Maine Black BearsFeb 6
L70-92vs Bryant BulldogsFeb 1

Fairfield Stags

Last 10: 3-7Streak L266.3 scored · 70.5 allowed per game1-5 away

L68-76at Penn State Nittany LionsNov 4
L58-71at Sacred Heart PioneersMar 12
W83-74vs Quinnipiac BobcatsMar 9
L64-68at Siena SaintsMar 7
L62-83at Sacred Heart PioneersMar 2
W69-62vs Mount St. Mary's MountaineersMar 1
W69-49at Rider BroncsFeb 22
L67-80vs Manhattan JaspersFeb 16
L52-65at Saint Peter's PeacocksFeb 15
L71-77vs Sacred Heart PioneersFeb 9

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
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
UMBC	24-9	-	14-2
Vermont	22-12	2	12-4
NJIT	16-17	4	10-6
UMass Lowell	15-18	5	9-7
UAlbany	11-21	7	7-9
Maine	8-24	8	6-10
New Hampshire	9-21	9	5-11
Bryant	9-22	9	5-11
Binghamton	8-23	10	4-12

Box score

Stat	Fairfield Stags	NJIT Highlanders
Field goals	25-66	19-60
Field goal %	38	32
Three-pointers	8-23	7-30
Three-point %	35	23
Free throws	16-24	8-12
Free throw %	67	67
Rebounds	54	35
Offensive rebounds	18	7
Defensive rebounds	36	28
Assists	11	7
Steals	10	9
Blocks	4	5
Turnovers	16	16
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	3	3
Technical fouls, total	3	3
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	14	17
Fast-break points	5	13
Points in the paint	28	22
Fouls	15	22
Largest lead	22	8

How the scoring went

2nd Half36-29Declan Wucherpfennig made Layup. Assisted by Braden Sparks.
2nd Half38-29Braden Sparks made Jumper.
2nd Half41-29Braden Sparks made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half41-31David Bolden made Jumper.
2nd Half41-33Ari Fulton made Layup.
2nd Half41-34Ari Fulton made Free Throw.
2nd Half43-34Declan Wucherpfennig made Jumper.
2nd Half43-36Rocco Awad made Dunk.
2nd Half45-36Brandon Benjamin made Layup.
2nd Half45-38Sebastian Robinson made Jumper.
2nd Half47-38Brandon Benjamin made Layup. Assisted by Cam Estevez.
2nd Half47-40Quentin Duncan made Jumper.
2nd Half49-40Isaac Munkadi made Layup.
2nd Half50-40Braden Sparks made Free Throw.
2nd Half51-40Braden Sparks made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-40Eric Mejia made Layup.
2nd Half53-43Quentin Duncan made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half56-43Tony Williams made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Isaac Munkadi.
2nd Half58-43Tony Williams made Layup.
2nd Half60-43Isaac Munkadi made Layup.
2nd Half60-46David Bolden made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ari Fulton.
2nd Half60-48Ari Fulton made Jumper.
2nd Half60-49Ari Fulton made Free Throw.
2nd Half60-50Ari Fulton made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-50Declan Wucherpfennig made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-51David Bolden made Free Throw.
2nd Half62-51Braden Sparks made Free Throw.
2nd Half63-51Braden Sparks made Free Throw.
2nd Half64-51Braden Sparks made Free Throw.
2nd Half65-51Brandon Benjamin made Free Throw.
2nd Half66-51Brandon Benjamin made Free Throw.
2nd Half67-51Declan Wucherpfennig made Free Throw.
2nd Half69-51Brandon Benjamin made Jumper.
2nd Half70-51Eric Mejia made Free Throw.
2nd Half71-51Eric Mejia made Free Throw.
2nd Half72-51Declan Wucherpfennig made Free Throw.
2nd Half73-51Declan Wucherpfennig made Free Throw.
2nd Half73-52Jordan Rogers made Free Throw.
2nd Half73-53Jordan Rogers made Free Throw.
2nd Half74-53Braden Sparks made Free Throw.