NCAAB · Final

Iona Gaels Defeat Canisius Golden Griffins 69-63

Friday, February 13, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Koessler Athletic Center

Iona Gaels 69, Canisius Golden Griffins 63, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Iona Gaels vs Canisius Golden Griffins?

Iona Gaels beat Canisius Golden Griffins 69-63 at Koessler Athletic Center on February 13, 2026.

Who was favored in Iona Gaels vs Canisius Golden Griffins?

Iona Gaels were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -205 (about 67% implied). The favorite won.

In a closely contested game at the Koessler Athletic Center, the Iona Gaels emerged victorious against the Canisius Golden Griffins with a final score of 69-63. This matchup was significant as it showcased the contrasting fortunes of both teams this season, with Iona holding a better overall record compared to Canisius. The Gaels improved their season record to 16-11, while the Golden Griffins fell to 8-19.

Both teams entered the game with differing recent forms. Canisius had struggled significantly, recording a 1-9 record in their last ten games, and were on a nine-game losing streak. Their average points scored during this stretch was 62.6, while they allowed an average of 71.1 points per game. In contrast, Iona had a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, but they had lost their last three outings. The Gaels averaged 65.9 points scored and 68.3 points allowed during this period.

At home, Canisius had a record of 0-4 in their last four games, while Iona had struggled on the road, posting an away record of 0-4 in their last four games. This game was particularly crucial for both teams as they aimed to shift their momentum heading into the latter part of the season.

In their previous meetings, Iona had dominated Canisius, winning all three encounters in the 2025 and 2026 seasons. The most recent matchup prior to this game took place on January 11, 2026, where Iona defeated Canisius decisively with a score of 74-48. The historical context of these matchups added an extra layer of intrigue to this game, as Canisius sought to break their losing streak against Iona.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but it is common for teams to face challenges with player availability as the season progresses. The absence of key players can often impact a team's performance, and fans were likely watching closely to see how both teams managed their rosters.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Iona favored by 4.5 points, with a total set at 137.5. The odds reflected the expectation of a competitive game, but ultimately, the Gaels managed to cover the spread with their victory.

The conditions for the game were typical for a mid-February evening, with both teams eager to perform in front of their respective fans. The atmosphere at the Koessler Athletic Center was charged, as Canisius fans hoped for a turnaround after a challenging season.

As the game unfolded, viewers witnessed key moments that defined the outcome. Denver Anglin was instrumental for Iona, contributing crucial free throws and a pullup jump shot that helped maintain their lead in the second half. Canisius fought hard, with Bryan Ndjonga and Javante Edwards attempting to keep the game within reach, but ultimately, Iona's late-game execution proved decisive.

In conclusion, the Iona Gaels' victory over the Canisius Golden Griffins not only added to their win column but also highlighted the ongoing struggles of Canisius. With the season winding down, both teams will look to regroup and focus on their next matchups.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	IONA -4.5	137.5 o -112 / u -108	Iona Gaels -205 · Canisius Golden Griffins +170

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Leaders

PointsBryan Ndjonga17Canisius Golden Griffins
AssistsMike Evbagharu6Canisius Golden Griffins
ReboundsMike Evbagharu8Canisius Golden Griffins
PointsLamin Sabally17Iona Gaels
AssistsCJ Anthony4Iona Gaels
ReboundsLamin Sabally9Iona Gaels

Recent form

Canisius Golden Griffins

Last 10: 1-9Streak L962.6 scored · 71.1 allowed per game0-4 at home

L60-75at Quinnipiac BobcatsFeb 6
L56-65at Niagara Purple EaglesFeb 3
L63-78vs Siena SaintsFeb 1
L86-88vs Marist Red FoxesJan 31
L55-61at Fairfield StagsJan 25
L66-69at Sacred Heart PioneersJan 23
L68-78vs Mount St. Mary's MountaineersJan 17
L54-59vs Niagara Purple EaglesJan 15
L48-74at Iona GaelsJan 11
W70-64at Manhattan JaspersJan 10

Iona Gaels

Last 10: 4-6Streak L365.9 scored · 68.3 allowed per game0-4 away

L76-83vs Mount St. Mary's MountaineersFeb 8
L72-79at Siena SaintsFeb 6
L70-71vs Fairfield StagsJan 31
W66-57vs Manhattan JaspersJan 25
W61-60vs Merrimack WarriorsJan 23
L63-77at Saint Peter's PeacocksJan 19
L68-72at Rider BroncsJan 15
W74-48vs Canisius Golden GriffinsJan 11
W71-53vs Niagara Purple EaglesJan 10
L38-83at Marist Red FoxesJan 4

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

Box score

Stat	Iona Gaels	Canisius Golden Griffins
Field goals	20-47	24-57
Field goal %	43	42
Three-pointers	7-19	9-26
Three-point %	37	35
Free throws	22-25	6-10
Free throw %	88	60
Rebounds	31	35
Offensive rebounds	6	12
Defensive rebounds	25	23
Assists	10	14
Steals	7	3
Blocks	3	6
Turnovers	11	15
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	1	0
Technical fouls, total	1	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	22	13
Fast-break points	5	4
Points in the paint	24	24
Fouls	19	19
Largest lead	15	6
Lead changes	2	2
Time in front	67	27

How the scoring went

2nd Half36-28Bryan Ndjonga makes 6-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half39-28CJ Anthony makes 23-foot three point jumper (Lamin Sabally assists)
2nd Half40-28CJ Anthony makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half41-28CJ Anthony makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half43-28Lamin Sabally makes layup
2nd Half43-30Kahlil Singleton makes 12-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half43-32Myles Wilmoth makes 1-foot dunk (Javante Edwards assists)
2nd Half43-35Myles Wilmoth makes 25-foot three point jumper (Javante Edwards assists)
2nd Half43-36Kahlil Singleton makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half43-37Kahlil Singleton makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half45-37Lamin Sabally makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half45-39Bryan Ndjonga makes 18-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half48-39Toby Harris makes 24-foot three point jumper (CJ Anthony assists)
2nd Half48-41Kahlil Singleton makes 6-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half48-44Myles Wilmoth makes 23-foot three point jumper (Mike Evbagharu assists)
2nd Half48-47Myles Wilmoth makes 25-foot three point jumper (Bryan Ndjonga assists)
2nd Half50-47Kosy Akametu makes layup (CJ Anthony assists)
2nd Half52-47Lamin Sabally makes layup (CJ Anthony assists)
2nd Half52-48Bryan Ndjonga makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half52-49Bryan Ndjonga makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half53-49Luke Jungers makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half54-49Luke Jungers makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half57-49Luke Jungers makes 24-foot three point jumper (Lamin Sabally assists)
2nd Half57-51Bryan Ndjonga makes driving layup
2nd Half58-51Luke Jungers makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half59-51Luke Jungers makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half59-52Bryan Ndjonga makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half59-54Kahlil Singleton makes layup (Javante Edwards assists)
2nd Half59-56Javante Edwards makes layup
2nd Half59-57Javante Edwards makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half59-59Bryan Ndjonga makes layup (Mike Evbagharu assists)
2nd Half62-59Denver Anglin makes 24-foot three pointer
2nd Half64-59Denver Anglin makes 18-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half65-59Denver Anglin makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half66-59Denver Anglin makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half66-61Bryan Ndjonga makes 20-foot jumper
2nd Half67-61Luke Jungers makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half68-61Luke Jungers makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half68-63Javante Edwards makes layup
2nd Half69-63Denver Anglin makes free throw 2 of 2