St. Thomas Dominates Green Bay in Convincing Victory
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Lee & Penny Anderson Arena
St. Thomas Tommies 80, Green Bay Phoenix 61, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Green Bay Phoenix vs St. Thomas Tommies?
St. Thomas Tommies beat Green Bay Phoenix 80-61 at Lee & Penny Anderson Arena on November 13, 2025.
In a decisive matchup at the Lee & Penny Anderson Arena, the St. Thomas Tommies defeated the Green Bay Phoenix with a final score of 80-61. This game showcased St. Thomas's strong home advantage, as they improved their home record to 3-0 this season, while Green Bay continued to struggle on the road, falling to 0-6 away from home.
St. Thomas entered the game with a mixed record of 2-2 for the season, but their recent form showed promise, with a 5-5 record over their last ten games. They had averaged 74.9 points scored per game while allowing 74.3 points, indicating a competitive nature in their contests. However, they were coming off a loss against Washington State, which ended a brief two-game winning streak. In their last five games, they had scored an average of 74.4 points but allowed 79.0 points, suggesting a need for improvement on the defensive end.
On the other hand, the Green Bay Phoenix struggled throughout the season, holding a record of 1-3 prior to this game. Their recent form was even less encouraging, with a 3-7 record over their last ten games and an average of 74.3 points scored while allowing 81.0 points. They entered the game on a high note, having won their last match against Ripon Red Hawks, but that victory did little to mask their difficulties, particularly on the road where they had not won a game this season.
Historically, this matchup had favored St. Thomas, who had won their previous encounter against Green Bay 90-76 on November 9, 2024. This recent victory added to their confidence heading into this game, as they sought to establish dominance at home.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant player absences for either team, allowing both squads to field their best lineups. This factor often plays a crucial role in determining the outcome of games, and both teams were able to compete at full strength.
The betting market reflected St. Thomas's strong home performance, with odds favoring them heavily according to the provider. The odds indicated a high level of confidence in St. Thomas's ability to secure a win, which they ultimately did convincingly.
The conditions for the game were typical for a November evening in Minnesota, with a crowd that brought energy to the arena, further fueling the Tommies' performance. Fans witnessed a display of solid teamwork and individual skill from St. Thomas, particularly in the second half where they pulled away decisively.
Key moments in the game included several scoring plays that highlighted St. Thomas's offensive prowess. Notable contributions came from players like Ryan Lafferty, who made a critical three-point jumper, and Josh Hines, who added both a layup and a three-pointer in the closing minutes, solidifying the Tommies' lead. The scoring plays showcased their ability to execute under pressure and maintain a commanding presence on the court.
As the game progressed, St. Thomas demonstrated their capability to control the pace and rhythm, effectively outscoring Green Bay in the second half. The Tommies' ability to capitalize on their opportunities and maintain defensive pressure contributed significantly to their victory.
In conclusion, St. Thomas's 80-61 win over Green Bay not only reflects their current form and home advantage but also highlights the ongoing struggles of the Phoenix, particularly in away games. With this victory, St. Thomas aims to build momentum as they continue through the season, while Green Bay will need to address their road woes if they hope to turn their season around.
Leaders
- PointsNolan Minessale20St. Thomas Tommies
- AssistsBen Oosterbaan4St. Thomas Tommies
- ReboundsNolan Minessale6St. Thomas Tommies
- PointsMac Wrecke10Green Bay Phoenix
- AssistsPreston Ruedinger4Green Bay Phoenix
- ReboundsMac Wrecke4Green Bay Phoenix
Recent form
St. Thomas Tommies
Last 10: 5-5Streak L174.9 scored · 74.3 allowed per game5-0 at home
- L71-81at Washington State CougarsNov 11
- W83-76vs Army Black KnightsNov 9
- L58-84at Saint Mary's GaelsNov 4
- L75-85at Omaha MavericksMar 10
- W85-69vs North Dakota Fighting HawksMar 9
- W80-62vs Denver PioneersMar 7
- W65-59vs Kansas City RoosMar 2
- W86-71vs North Dakota Fighting HawksFeb 28
- L66-71at Oral Roberts Golden EaglesFeb 23
- L80-85at South Dakota CoyotesFeb 20
Green Bay Phoenix
Last 10: 3-7Streak W174.3 scored · 81 allowed per game0-5 away
- W83-63vs Ripon Red HawksNov 10
- L76-83at Buffalo BullsNov 7
- L51-94at Kansas JayhawksNov 4
- L72-96at Oakland Golden GrizzliesMar 5
- L84-87vs Oakland Golden GrizzliesMar 2
- W76-71vs Detroit Mercy TitansFeb 28
- L77-81at Youngstown State PenguinsFeb 23
- L85-94at Robert Morris ColonialsFeb 22
- W79-68vs Wright State RaidersFeb 16
- L60-73vs Northern Kentucky NorseFeb 15
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 |
| North Dakota State | 27-8 | - | 14-2 |
| St. Thomas | 24-10 | 2 | 12-4 |
| North Dakota | 18-17 | 4 | 10-6 |
| South Dakota | 16-16 | 6 | 8-8 |
| Omaha | 16-17 | 6 | 8-8 |
| Denver | 15-17 | 7 | 8-8 |
| South Dakota State | 14-18 | 7 | 7-9 |
| Oral Roberts | 10-23 | 10 | 4-12 |
| Kansas City | 4-27 | 13 | 1-15 |
Box score
| Stat | Green Bay Phoenix | St. Thomas Tommies |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-56 | 30-60 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 5-20 | 11-30 |
| Three-point % | 25 | 37 |
| Free throws | 8-14 | 9-10 |
| Free throw % | 57 | 90 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 3 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 28 |
| Assists | 15 | 21 |
| Steals | 5 | 10 |
| Blocks | 6 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 22 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 38 |
| Fouls | 12 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 30 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half17-40Preston Ruedinger made Free Throw.
- 1st Half17-42Nolan Minessale made Layup. Assisted by Ben Oosterbaan.
- 1st Half17-43Isaiah Johnson-Arigu made Free Throw.
- 1st Half17-44Isaiah Johnson-Arigu made Free Throw.
- 1st Half20-44Marcus Hall made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Josh Hines.
- 1st Half22-44Rob Stroud made Layup.
- 1st Half22-47Isaiah Johnson-Arigu made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jermaine Coleman.
- 1st Half24-47Maruan Cicic made Layup. Assisted by Preston Ruedinger.
- 1st Half24-50Jermaine Coleman made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Isaiah Johnson-Arigu.
- 1st Half26-50Josh Hines made Jumper.
- 2nd Half28-50Maruan Cicic made Layup. Assisted by Marcus Hall.
- 2nd Half30-50Preston Ruedinger made Layup.
- 2nd Half30-53Nolan Minessale made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half30-56Carter Bjerke made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Nolan Minessale.
- 2nd Half32-56Mac Wrecke made Dunk. Assisted by Preston Ruedinger.
- 2nd Half32-59Ben Oosterbaan made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ryan Lafferty.
- 2nd Half32-61Carter Bjerke made Layup. Assisted by Ryan Lafferty.
- 2nd Half32-62Carter Bjerke made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half33-62Marcus Hall made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half34-62Marcus Hall made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-62C.J. O'Hara made Layup. Assisted by Caden Wilkins.
- 2nd Half38-62C.J. O'Hara made Layup.
- 2nd Half40-62LeBron Thomas made Layup.
- 2nd Half40-65Isaiah Johnson-Arigu made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Hayden Tibbits.
- 2nd Half42-65Ramel Bethea made Layup. Assisted by Mac Wrecke.
- 2nd Half42-67Nick Janowski made Layup. Assisted by Hayden Tibbits.
- 2nd Half42-69Nick Janowski made Layup. Assisted by Isaiah Johnson-Arigu.
- 2nd Half45-69Mac Wrecke made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Marcus Hall.
- 2nd Half45-71Nolan Minessale made Jumper. Assisted by Ben Oosterbaan.
- 2nd Half47-71LeBron Thomas made Layup.
- 2nd Half50-71Mac Wrecke made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Preston Ruedinger.
- 2nd Half50-73Nick Janowski made Layup. Assisted by Carter Bjerke.
- 2nd Half50-75Nick Janowski made Layup.
- 2nd Half50-77Nolan Minessale made Jumper.
- 2nd Half52-77Justin Allen made Layup. Assisted by C.J. O'Hara.
- 2nd Half54-77LeBron Thomas made Layup.
- 2nd Half54-80Ryan Lafferty made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Hayden Tibbits.
- 2nd Half57-80Josh Hines made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by LeBron Thomas.
- 2nd Half59-80Justin Allen made Layup. Assisted by LeBron Thomas.
- 2nd Half61-80Josh Hines made Layup. Assisted by Caden Wilkins.
Win probability
Above the line favours St. Thomas Tommies, below favours Green Bay Phoenix.
Venue
- Lee & Penny Anderson ArenaSaint Paul, MN
- Attendance2658
- OfficialsBrian McAnally, Tim Stewart, Kevin Raher
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