NCAAB · Final

Marist Dominates Iona in Convincing Victory

Sunday, January 4, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · McCann Arena

Marist Red Foxes 83, Iona Gaels 38, 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 Marist Red Foxes?

Marist Red Foxes beat Iona Gaels 83-38 at McCann Arena on January 4, 2026.

Who was favored in Iona Gaels vs Marist Red Foxes?

Marist Red Foxes were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -192 (about 66% implied). The favorite won.

In a commanding performance, the Marist Red Foxes triumphed over the Iona Gaels with a final score of 83-38 at McCann Arena. This decisive victory showcased Marist's ability to dominate both offensively and defensively, marking a significant moment in their season.

Marist entered the game with a home record of 9-5, including a recent stretch of 6-4 in their last ten games, but had been struggling with a two-game losing streak prior to this matchup. The Red Foxes averaged 69.7 points scored per game while allowing 64.5 points. In their last five games, they averaged 69.0 points scored and allowed the same number, indicating a recent trend of competitive play despite the losses.

On the other hand, Iona came into the game with a slightly better away record of 10-6 and had also recorded a 6-4 record in their last ten games. The Gaels were riding a one-game winning streak after defeating the Siena Saints 75-72. They averaged 75.4 points scored and 75.8 points allowed, reflecting a more offensive-oriented style of play. However, their recent form included a mixed bag of results, with an average of 70.0 points scored and 74.0 points allowed in their last five outings.

The matchup also featured a brief history between the two teams, with the record standing at 1-1 prior to this game. In their previous encounters during the 2025 season, Marist had won one game while Iona took the other, indicating a competitive rivalry.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant player absences for either team, allowing both squads to field their strongest lineups. This factor likely contributed to the intensity of the game as both teams sought to assert their dominance.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Marist favored by 4.5 points with a total set at 148.5. The odds reflected a belief in a competitive game, but the outcome showed that Marist far exceeded expectations. The home team was listed at -192.0 on the money line, while Iona was at +160.0, indicating that Marist was expected to win, but perhaps not by such a wide margin.

Conditions at McCann Arena were conducive to a strong performance from the Red Foxes, who played in front of their home crowd, which often provides a significant advantage in college basketball. The atmosphere likely energized the players, contributing to their dominant display.

As the game unfolded, Marist's scoring was highlighted by a series of successful plays, including free throws and layups that extended their lead throughout the second half. Notably, Jordan Gabriel made a layup assisted by Antoni Vlogianitis, further showcasing the teamwork and offensive cohesion that characterized Marist's performance.

In summary, Marist's victory over Iona not only solidified their home court advantage but also demonstrated their potential as a formidable contender in the league. The Red Foxes' ability to score efficiently while limiting their opponents to just 38 points is a testament to their defensive prowess and strategic execution. As they move forward, this game could serve as a pivotal moment in their season, boosting their confidence and setting the tone for upcoming matchups.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	MRST -4.5	148.5 o -105 / u -115	Iona Gaels +160 · Marist Red Foxes -192

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Leaders

PointsRhyjon Blackwell17Marist Red Foxes
AssistsJustin Menard5Marist Red Foxes
ReboundsJadin Collins-Roberts7Marist Red Foxes
PointsCJ Anthony11Iona Gaels
AssistsCJ Anthony2Iona Gaels
ReboundsLuke Jungers5Iona Gaels

Recent form

Marist Red Foxes

Last 10: 6-4Streak L269.7 scored · 64.5 allowed per game5-1 at home

L59-69at Saint Peter's PeacocksJan 3
L58-64at Quinnipiac BobcatsDec 29
W70-51vs Stony Brook SeawolvesDec 21
L76-87at Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsDec 17
W82-74at Bryant BulldogsDec 13
W80-68vs Manhattan JaspersDec 7
W64-56vs Mount St. Mary's MountaineersDec 6
W78-55vs Lehigh Mountain HawksNov 26
W76-65vs Army Black KnightsNov 22
L54-56vs Harvard CrimsonNov 16

Iona Gaels

Last 10: 6-4Streak W175.4 scored · 75.8 allowed per game4-2 away

W75-72vs Siena SaintsJan 3
L59-66at Mount St. Mary's MountaineersDec 30
W83-78at Vermont CatamountsDec 20
L64-91at St. John's Red StormDec 13
W69-63vs Bryant BulldogsDec 11
W81-69at Sacred Heart PioneersDec 7
L68-89vs Quinnipiac BobcatsDec 6
W89-66at Delaware Blue HensDec 2
L75-80vs Green Bay PhoenixNov 24
W91-84at Oregon State BeaversNov 22

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	Marist Red Foxes
Field goals	14-44	31-68
Field goal %	32	46
Three-pointers	1-14	8-29
Three-point %	7	28
Free throws	9-17	13-15
Free throw %	53	87
Rebounds	32	42
Offensive rebounds	5	11
Defensive rebounds	27	31
Assists	6	23
Steals	6	14
Blocks	2	1
Turnovers	24	6
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	5	27
Fast-break points	7	12
Points in the paint	22	36
Fouls	16	17
Largest lead	3	46
Lead changes	3	3
Time in front	9	87

How the scoring went

1st Half22-38CJ Anthony makes driving layup
1st Half22-40Rhyjon Blackwell makes layup (Elijah Lewis assists)
1st Half22-41Myles Parker makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half22-42Myles Parker makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half24-42Kosy Akametu makes driving layup
2nd Half24-43Jason Schofield makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half24-44Jason Schofield makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half24-46Myles Parker makes 5-foot dunk (Justin Menard assists)
2nd Half24-48Jason Schofield makes 7-foot hook shot (Elijah Lewis assists)
2nd Half26-48CJ Anthony makes driving layup (Lamin Sabally assists)
2nd Half26-50Jadin Collins-Roberts makes driving layup
2nd Half26-52Elijah Lewis makes layup (Justin Menard assists)
2nd Half28-52Kosy Akametu makes layup (CJ Anthony assists)
2nd Half29-52Kosy Akametu makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half29-54Jadin Collins-Roberts makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half29-56Myles Parker makes layup (Elijah Lewis assists)
2nd Half29-58Myles Parker makes layup (Justin Menard assists)
2nd Half29-61Rhyjon Blackwell makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jason Schofield assists)
2nd Half29-64Elijah Lewis makes 25-foot three point jumper (Myles Parker assists)
2nd Half30-64Khalil Badru makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half30-67Rhyjon Blackwell makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jaden Daughtry assists)
2nd Half30-68Justin Menard makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half30-69Justin Menard makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half30-70Rhyjon Blackwell makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half30-71Rhyjon Blackwell makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half30-72Martin Kawa makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half30-73Martin Kawa makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half32-73Denver Anglin makes 19-foot pullup jump shot (Alliou Fall assists)
2nd Half32-75Jadin Collins-Roberts makes 12-foot pullup jump shot (Martin Kawa assists)
2nd Half32-77Jason Schofield makes 7-foot hook shot (Jadin Collins-Roberts assists)
2nd Half33-77Khalil Badru makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half34-77Khalil Badru makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half35-77CJ Anthony makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half35-78Ricky McKenzie makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half35-79Ricky McKenzie makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half35-81Jordan Gabriel makes layup (Antoni Vlogianitis assists)
2nd Half36-81CJ Anthony makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half37-81CJ Anthony makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half37-83Jordan Gabriel makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half38-83Khalil Badru makes free throw 1 of 2