Santa Clara Dominates Loyola Marymount 103-72
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Leavey Center
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Who won Loyola Marymount Lions vs Santa Clara Broncos?
Santa Clara Broncos beat Loyola Marymount Lions 103-72 at Leavey Center on January 10, 2026.
Who was favored in Loyola Marymount Lions vs Santa Clara Broncos?
Santa Clara Broncos were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -800 (about 89% implied). The favorite won.
The Santa Clara Broncos delivered a commanding performance against the Loyola Marymount Lions, winning decisively with a final score of 103-72 at the Leavey Center. This victory not only showcased Santa Clara's offensive prowess but also highlighted their home-court advantage, as they improved their home record to 15-5.
Santa Clara entered the game with a home record of 14-5 and had been on a mixed run of form, with a recent record of 6-4 over their last ten games. They had averaged 83.2 points scored while allowing 77.1 points during that stretch. However, they faced a setback in their previous game, losing to the Gonzaga Bulldogs 77-89. In contrast, Loyola Marymount came into the match with an away record of 11-8 and had been struggling, with a record of 4-6 over their last ten games. They averaged 72.9 points scored and allowed 73.3 points during that period, recently snapping a losing streak with a win against the San Francisco Dons, 84-82.
In terms of home versus away performance, Santa Clara had a record of 4-2 at home in their last six games, while Loyola Marymount struggled on the road, with an away record of 0-2 in their last two games. The matchup was intriguing as both teams had faced each other previously in the 2025 season, splitting their two meetings. Santa Clara won the last encounter on February 21, 2025, with a score of 76-61, while Loyola Marymount had edged them out earlier in the season, 57-54.
Injury reports indicated that both teams were at full strength for this matchup, which added to the anticipation of a competitive game. The market had priced Santa Clara as significant favorites, with a spread of -11.5 according to DraftKings, reflecting their strong home performance and recent form. The total for the game was set at 153.5, indicating expectations for a high-scoring affair.
Conditions for the game were favorable, with the Leavey Center providing a supportive atmosphere for the Broncos. The crowd was treated to a display of offensive firepower, particularly in the second half, where Santa Clara pulled away decisively. Key moments included Nakyel Shelton's impressive three-point shooting and free throw efficiency, contributing to the Broncos' scoring surge.
As the game progressed, Santa Clara maintained control, and their scoring plays showcased a blend of sharp shooting and effective ball movement. The final quarter saw them extend their lead significantly, with the score reaching 98-68 before closing out the game at 103-72. The Broncos' ability to capitalize on their home advantage and their offensive depth proved decisive in this matchup.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SCU -11.5 | 153.5 o -108 / u -112 | Loyola Marymount Lions +550 · Santa Clara Broncos -800 |
Leaders
- PointsSash Gavalyugov37Santa Clara Broncos
- AssistsJake Ensminger4Santa Clara Broncos
- ReboundsJake Ensminger11Santa Clara Broncos
- PointsJalen Shelley18Loyola Marymount Lions
- AssistsJalen Shelley3Loyola Marymount Lions
- ReboundsJalen Shelley6Loyola Marymount Lions
Recent form
Santa Clara Broncos
Last 10: 6-4Streak L183.2 scored · 77.1 allowed per game4-2 at home
- L77-89at Gonzaga BulldogsJan 9
- W98-70vs San Diego TorerosJan 5
- W82-63vs Pepperdine WavesJan 3
- W92-85at Portland PilotsDec 31
- W102-64at Oregon State BeaversDec 28
- L78-80vs Loyola Chicago RamblersDec 20
- W63-60vs North Texas Mean GreenDec 18
- L79-82vs Arizona State Sun DevilsDec 14
- L71-98at New Mexico LobosDec 7
- W90-80vs Utah Tech TrailblazersDec 4
Loyola Marymount Lions
Last 10: 4-6Streak W172.9 scored · 73.3 allowed per game0-2 away
- W84-82vs San Francisco DonsJan 9
- L47-82at Gonzaga BulldogsJan 5
- L76-78at Washington State CougarsJan 3
- W80-71vs Pacific TigersDec 31
- L73-78vs Saint Mary's GaelsDec 29
- W83-56vs Morgan State BearsDec 23
- W91-57vs North Alabama LionsDec 20
- L57-67vs UC San Diego TritonsDec 17
- L70-91vs Saint Louis BillikensDec 3
- L68-71vs Stony Brook SeawolvesNov 29
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gonzaga | 31-4 | - | 16-2 |
| Saint Mary's | 27-6 | - | 16-2 |
| Santa Clara | 26-9 | 1 | 15-3 |
| Oregon State | 17-16 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Seattle U | 21-14 | 8 | 8-10 |
| Pacific | 18-15 | 8 | 8-10 |
| San Francisco | 17-16 | 8 | 8-10 |
| Washington State | 12-20 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Loyola Marymount | 15-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Portland | 15-19 | 10 | 6-12 |
| San Diego | 12-21 | 11 | 5-13 |
| Pepperdine | 9-23 | 12 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Loyola Marymount Lions | Santa Clara Broncos |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-59 | 37-78 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 7-24 | 13-33 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 39 |
| Free throws | 13-20 | 16-21 |
| Free throw % | 65 | 76 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 46 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 18 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 28 |
| Assists | 14 | 14 |
| Steals | 5 | 10 |
| Blocks | 2 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 4 | 24 |
| Fast-break points | 18 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 42 |
| Fouls | 18 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 35 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 98 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half40-69Elijah Mahi makes layup
- 2nd Half42-69Jalen Shelley makes layup (AJ Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half42-71Sash Gavalyugov makes layup
- 2nd Half44-71Rokas Jocius makes layup (Nakyel Shelton assists)
- 2nd Half46-71Jalen Shelley makes 1-foot dunk (Aaron McBride assists)
- 2nd Half46-73Bukky Oboye makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half46-75Christian Hammond makes 4-foot jumper
- 2nd Half46-76Elijah Mahi makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-76Myron Amey Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Josh Dalton assists)
- 2nd Half49-78Elijah Mahi makes driving layup
- 2nd Half49-79Allen Graves makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-80Allen Graves makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-80Jalen Shelley makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jan Vide assists)
- 2nd Half52-83Sash Gavalyugov makes 24-foot three point jumper (Thierry Darlan assists)
- 2nd Half52-85Sash Gavalyugov makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half54-85Aaron McBride makes layup (Myron Amey Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half55-85Aaron McBride makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half55-88KJ Cochran makes 24-foot three point jumper (Allen Graves assists)
- 2nd Half55-90KJ Cochran makes layup
- 2nd Half56-90Rodney Brown Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-90Rodney Brown Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-91Allen Graves makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-92Allen Graves makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-92Myron Amey Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-92Myron Amey Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-94Sash Gavalyugov makes layup
- 2nd Half61-94Josh Dalton makes 18-foot jumper
- 2nd Half61-95Sash Gavalyugov makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-96Sash Gavalyugov makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-96AJ Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-96Jael Martin makes 24-foot three point jumper (AJ Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half65-98Sash Gavalyugov makes driving layup
- 2nd Half68-98Nakyel Shelton makes 23-foot three point jumper (AJ Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half68-101Sash Gavalyugov makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half69-101AJ Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-101Nakyel Shelton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-101Nakyel Shelton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-101AJ Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-102Brendan Yarusso makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-103Brendan Yarusso makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Santa Clara Broncos, below favours Loyola Marymount Lions.
Venue
- Leavey CenterSanta Clara, CA
- Attendance2000
- OfficialsGregory Nixon, Eric Curry, Randal Anders
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