Mercyhurst Lakers Defeat Le Moyne Dolphins 74-60
Sunday, January 4, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Mercyhurst Athletic Center
Mercyhurst Lakers 74, Le Moyne Dolphins 60, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Le Moyne Dolphins vs Mercyhurst Lakers?
Mercyhurst Lakers beat Le Moyne Dolphins 74-60 at Mercyhurst Athletic Center on January 4, 2026.
Who was favored in Le Moyne Dolphins vs Mercyhurst Lakers?
Mercyhurst Lakers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Mercyhurst Lakers triumphed over the Le Moyne Dolphins with a final score of 74-60. This game, held at the Mercyhurst Athletic Center, showcased the Lakers' ability to capitalize on their home court advantage, improving their home record to 4-1 in their last five games. Both teams entered the contest with identical overall records of 6-9, making this game crucial for establishing momentum in the season.
The Lakers have struggled recently, holding a 3-7 record in their last ten games, but they managed to secure a win just before this matchup against the Binghamton Bearcats, winning 82-61. Their scoring average in the last ten games was 66.4 points per game, while they allowed an average of 70.8 points. In contrast, the Dolphins had a more balanced recent form, going 5-5 in their last ten games, with an average of 76.1 points scored and 78.3 points allowed. They came into this game on the heels of a convincing 84-58 victory against the Saint Francis Red Wolves.
At home, the Lakers have been more effective, particularly in their last five games, where they averaged 67.6 points scored and allowed 68.4 points. The Dolphins, however, had a mixed record away, with a 3-4 mark in their last seven away games. The previous two meetings between these teams in the 2025 season resulted in a split, with the Lakers winning 82-78 at home and losing 63-79 away.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any key players missing from either roster, which suggests both teams were at full strength for this important game. The betting lines from DraftKings indicated that the Lakers were favored by 2.5 points with a total set at 141.5. The odds reflected the tight competition expected in this matchup, but the Lakers' home advantage proved significant.
Throughout the game, the Lakers demonstrated their dominance, particularly in the second half, where they built a substantial lead. Key scoring plays included a 25-foot three-point jumper by Bernie Blunt III, which pushed the Lakers' lead to 71-54. The Lakers maintained their lead with effective free throw shooting, including two from Tennessee Rainwater and a crucial dunk from Mykolas Ivanauskas that capped their scoring at 74 points. The Dolphins, while managing to score late in the game, were unable to close the gap, finishing with 60 points.
The conditions in the arena were conducive to a competitive atmosphere, with both teams showcasing their skills in front of a home crowd. Viewers were treated to a display of strategic plays and athleticism, particularly from the Lakers, who executed their game plan effectively.
In conclusion, the Mercyhurst Lakers' victory over the Le Moyne Dolphins not only improved their record but also highlighted their ability to perform under pressure at home. The Lakers will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming games, while the Dolphins will need to regroup and address their defensive shortcomings as they continue their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MERC -2.5 | 141.5 o -115 / u -105 | Le Moyne Dolphins +114 · Mercyhurst Lakers -135 |
Leaders
- PointsBernie Blunt III18Mercyhurst Lakers
- AssistsBernie Blunt III2Mercyhurst Lakers
- ReboundsJames Thomas8Mercyhurst Lakers
- PointsShilo Jackson17Le Moyne Dolphins
- AssistsTennessee Rainwater3Le Moyne Dolphins
- ReboundsTennessee Rainwater9Le Moyne Dolphins
Recent form
Mercyhurst Lakers
Last 10: 3-7Streak L166.4 scored · 70.8 allowed per game3-1 at home
- L67-74vs Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsJan 3
- W82-61vs Binghamton BearcatsDec 20
- L62-76at Syracuse OrangeDec 18
- L47-80at Davidson WildcatsDec 13
- W80-51vs Bethany (WV) BisonDec 7
- L71-79at Lafayette LeopardsDec 6
- L38-70at West Virginia MountaineersNov 30
- L60-69at Marshall Thundering HerdNov 24
- L71-76at Miami (OH) RedHawksNov 21
- W86-72vs Morgan State BearsNov 15
Le Moyne Dolphins
Last 10: 5-5Streak W176.1 scored · 78.3 allowed per game3-4 away
- W84-58at Saint Francis Red WolvesJan 3
- L64-72at Boston College EaglesDec 28
- L81-92at St. Bonaventure BonniesDec 20
- L53-95at Texas LonghornsDec 17
- W78-63at Binghamton BearcatsDec 6
- L85-96at Ball State CardinalsNov 30
- W83-79vs Monmouth HawksNov 29
- W76-63at Lafayette LeopardsNov 28
- L83-97vs Fairfield StagsNov 22
- W74-68vs Niagara Purple EaglesNov 18
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Island University | 24-11 | - | 15-3 |
| Central Connecticut | 18-12 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Mercyhurst | 17-17 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Le Moyne | 15-17 | 5 | 10-8 |
| New Haven | 14-17 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Wagner | 14-17 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Stonehill | 12-21 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Fairleigh Dickinson | 11-21 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Saint Francis | 7-24 | 10 | 5-13 |
| Chicago State | 7-25 | 10 | 5-13 |
Box score
| Stat | Le Moyne Dolphins | Mercyhurst Lakers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-61 | 25-57 |
| Field goal % | 39 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 4-20 | 8-20 |
| Three-point % | 20 | 40 |
| Free throws | 8-14 | 16-19 |
| Free throw % | 57 | 84 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 39 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 26 |
| Assists | 9 | 11 |
| Steals | 7 | 5 |
| Blocks | 2 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 16 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 0 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 18 |
| Fouls | 12 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 19 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 8 | 86 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half31-36Mykolas Ivanauskas makes layup (Christian Gamble assists)
- 2nd Half34-36Deng Garang makes 26-foot three point jumper (Shilo Jackson assists)
- 2nd Half34-37Cameron Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half34-38Cameron Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half36-38Shilo Jackson makes layup
- 2nd Half38-38Jakai Sanders makes layup
- 2nd Half40-38Shilo Jackson makes 3-foot dunk
- 2nd Half40-40Jake Lemelman makes 14-foot jumper
- 2nd Half42-40Shilo Jackson makes 14-foot jumper (Jakai Sanders assists)
- 2nd Half42-42Bernie Blunt III makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half44-42Trent Mosquera makes 19-foot jumper
- 2nd Half44-44Jake Lemelman makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half46-44Shilo Jackson makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half47-44Samuel Hincapie makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-46Christian Gamble makes 18-foot jumper
- 2nd Half47-48Qadir Martin makes layup
- 2nd Half47-50Christian Gamble makes 20-foot jumper (Deshaun Jackson Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half47-52Qadir Martin makes layup (Sean Lang assists)
- 2nd Half49-52Tennessee Rainwater makes layup
- 2nd Half49-53James Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-54James Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-55Qadir Martin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-56Qadir Martin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-57Christian Gamble makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-58Christian Gamble makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-58Trent Mosquera makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half50-60Qadir Martin makes layup
- 2nd Half50-62Deshaun Jackson Jr. makes 16-foot jumper
- 2nd Half52-62Jakai Sanders makes layup
- 2nd Half52-65Bernie Blunt III makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half52-68Jake Lemelman makes 25-foot three point jumper (Bernie Blunt III assists)
- 2nd Half53-68Samuel Hincapie makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-68Samuel Hincapie makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-71Bernie Blunt III makes 25-foot three point jumper (James Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half55-71Tennessee Rainwater makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-71Tennessee Rainwater makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-72Jake Lemelman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-74Mykolas Ivanauskas makes 2-foot dunk (James Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half58-74Samuel Hincapie makes layup
- 2nd Half60-74Deng Garang makes layup (Tennessee Rainwater assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Mercyhurst Lakers, below favours Le Moyne Dolphins.
Venue
- Mercyhurst Athletic CenterErie, PA
- Attendance150
- OfficialsMichael Kashirsky, Randall Wells, Jailaan Kinsey
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