Bellarmine Knights Edge Huskies in Close Contest
Tuesday, November 25, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Knights Hall
Bellarmine Knights 74, Houston Christian Huskies 69, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Houston Christian Huskies vs Bellarmine Knights?
Bellarmine Knights beat Houston Christian Huskies 74-69 at Knights Hall on November 25, 2025.
Who was favored in Houston Christian Huskies vs Bellarmine Knights?
Houston Christian Huskies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -148 (about 60% implied). The underdog won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Bellarmine Knights triumphed over the Houston Christian Huskies with a final score of 74-69. This victory marks a significant moment for the Knights, who improved their record to 4-6 in their last ten games, while the Huskies fell to 4-6 as well. The game took place at Knights Hall, where the Knights have maintained a strong home record of 3-1 this season.
The Knights entered the game on a one-game winning streak, having recently defeated The Citadel Bulldogs 70-58 on November 25. Their scoring average over the last five games has been 80.0 points, with an average of 78.2 points allowed. This offensive output has been crucial for the Knights, especially as they have struggled in away games, posting a 1-5 record in that category.
Conversely, the Huskies came into the game riding a two-game winning streak, having secured victories against the College of Biblical Studies Ambassadors and UL Monroe Warhawks. Their recent form shows an average of 67.8 points scored and 67.6 points allowed in their last five games. However, the Huskies have faced challenges on the road, with a dismal away record of 0-5 this season, which contributed to their overall away record of 3-2.
The matchup also featured notable scoring plays in the second half, including free throws made by Grant Whitaker and Darrius Bolden, which helped the Knights maintain their lead in the closing moments of the game. The Knights' ability to convert free throws under pressure proved pivotal, as they capitalized on opportunities to extend their lead.
In terms of market pricing, DraftKings listed the Huskies as 2.5-point favorites for the game, with a total set at 144.5 points. The odds reflected the competitive nature of the matchup, with the home moneyline for the Knights at +124 and the away moneyline for the Huskies at -148.
Conditions in Knights Hall were favorable for the home team, contributing to their strong performance. The atmosphere likely played a role in energizing the Knights, who were able to leverage their home-court advantage effectively.
Overall, this game showcased the resilience of the Bellarmine Knights, who managed to secure a crucial win against a fellow struggling team in the Huskies. The final score of 74-69 underscores the competitive spirit of both teams and sets the stage for their upcoming challenges in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | HCU -2.5 | 144.5 o -115 / u -105 | Houston Christian Huskies -148 · Bellarmine Knights +124 |
Leaders
- PointsJack Karasinski28Bellarmine Knights
- AssistsSam Donald4Bellarmine Knights
- ReboundsJack Karasinski5Bellarmine Knights
- PointsKylin Green24Houston Christian Huskies
- AssistsElijah Brooks3Houston Christian Huskies
- ReboundsKylin Green6Houston Christian Huskies
Recent form
Bellarmine Knights
Last 10: 4-6Streak W176.1 scored · 78.6 allowed per game3-1 at home
- W70-58at The Citadel BulldogsNov 25
- L79-86at Notre Dame Fighting IrishNov 20
- L86-94vs Wofford TerriersNov 15
- W94-55vs Hanover PanthersNov 13
- L71-98at Kansas State WildcatsNov 9
- L59-104at Georgia BulldogsNov 4
- L61-80at Florida Gulf Coast EaglesFeb 27
- L67-69at Stetson HattersFeb 25
- W80-74vs Eastern Kentucky ColonelsFeb 20
- W94-68vs Austin Peay GovernorsFeb 18
Houston Christian Huskies
Last 10: 4-6Streak W264.6 scored · 65.2 allowed per game0-5 away
- W85-67vs College of Biblical Studies AmbassadorsNov 21
- W72-61vs UL Monroe WarhawksNov 14
- L60-78at UC San Diego TritonsNov 9
- W74-70vs Southern Arkansas MuleridersNov 4
- L48-62at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersMar 9
- L59-63at East Texas A&M LionsMar 4
- L56-61at Northwestern State DemonsMar 1
- W72-56vs Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksFeb 25
- L58-66vs Lamar CardinalsFeb 22
- L62-68at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersFeb 18
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen F. Austin | 28-6 | - | 20-2 |
| McNeese | 28-6 | 1 | 19-3 |
| UT Rio Grande Valley | 19-14 | 6 | 14-8 |
| Texas A&M-Corpus Christi | 18-15 | 7 | 13-9 |
| LSU New Orleans | 15-18 | 8 | 12-10 |
| Nicholls | 14-19 | 8 | 12-10 |
| Houston Christian | 12-20 | 12 | 8-14 |
| Northwestern State | 10-22 | 12 | 8-14 |
| Incarnate Word | 12-19 | 13 | 7-15 |
| Lamar | 12-19 | 13 | 7-15 |
| East Texas A&M | 11-21 | 14 | 6-16 |
| SE Louisiana | 9-22 | 14 | 6-16 |
| Austin Peay | 22-9 | +1 | 15-3 |
| Central Arkansas | 22-12 | +1 | 15-3 |
| Queens University | 21-14 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Lipscomb | 19-13 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Florida Gulf Coast | 16-18 | 7 | 8-10 |
| West Georgia | 15-17 | 6 | 8-10 |
| Bellarmine | 13-19 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Jacksonville | 12-20 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Stetson | 12-21 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Eastern Kentucky | 11-21 | 7 | 7-11 |
| North Florida | 7-25 | 10 | 5-13 |
| North Alabama | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Houston Christian Huskies | Bellarmine Knights |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-51 | 25-42 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 60 |
| Three-pointers | 10-23 | 6-15 |
| Three-point % | 43 | 40 |
| Free throws | 9-24 | 18-20 |
| Free throw % | 38 | 90 |
| Rebounds | 26 | 25 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 1 |
| Defensive rebounds | 16 | 24 |
| Assists | 10 | 14 |
| Steals | 5 | 5 |
| Blocks | 1 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 3 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 38 |
| Fouls | 16 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 8 | 6 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half38-35Michael Wilson Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half40-35Kylin Green made Layup.
- 2nd Half40-38Brian Waddell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Myles Watkins.
- 2nd Half40-40Jack Karasinski made Layup. Assisted by Brian Waddell.
- 2nd Half42-40Kylin Green made Layup.
- 2nd Half44-40Demarco Bethea made Layup.
- 2nd Half44-41Brian Waddell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-42Brian Waddell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-42Ryan Bartley made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half47-44Brian Waddell made Dunk. Assisted by Sam Donald.
- 2nd Half49-44Elijah Brooks made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-46Jack Karasinski made Dunk. Assisted by Sam Donald.
- 2nd Half52-46Kylin Green made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Trent Johnson.
- 2nd Half53-46Trent Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-46Trent Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-49Jack Karasinski made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half54-51Sam Donald made Dunk.
- 2nd Half55-51Elijah Brooks made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-53Jack Karasinski made Layup.
- 2nd Half56-53Trent Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-53Trent Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-53Caleb Gaston made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-55Brian Waddell made Layup. Assisted by Sam Donald.
- 2nd Half60-55Kylin Green made Jumper.
- 2nd Half60-57Brian Waddell made Jumper.
- 2nd Half60-60Jack Karasinski made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kenyon Goodin.
- 2nd Half60-63Jack Karasinski made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Sam Donald.
- 2nd Half60-66Jack Karasinski made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Grant Whitaker.
- 2nd Half63-66Trent Johnson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Elijah Brooks.
- 2nd Half66-66Ryan Bartley made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kylin Green.
- 2nd Half66-67Kenyon Goodin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-68Kenyon Goodin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-68Elijah Brooks made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-69Grant Whitaker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-70Grant Whitaker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-70Elijah Brooks made Layup.
- 2nd Half69-71Darrius Bolden made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-72Darrius Bolden made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-73Jack Karasinski made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-74Jack Karasinski made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Bellarmine Knights, below favours Houston Christian Huskies.
Venue
- Knights HallLouisville, KY
- Attendance203
- OfficialsJon Wall, Daniel Clark, Landen Cammack
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