NCAAB · Final/OT

Loyola Marymount Edges UC Santa Barbara in Overtime

Monday, November 17, 2025, 9:00 PM ET · The Thunderdome

Loyola Marymount Lions 78, UC Santa Barbara Gauchos 74, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Loyola Marymount Lions vs UC Santa Barbara Gauchos?

Loyola Marymount Lions beat UC Santa Barbara Gauchos 78-74 at The Thunderdome on November 17, 2025.

In a thrilling overtime encounter, the Loyola Marymount Lions triumphed over the UC Santa Barbara Gauchos with a final score of 78-74 at The Thunderdome. This victory extends Loyola Marymount's perfect record to 7-0, while UC Santa Barbara falls to 3-2 on the season.

Loyola Marymount entered the game riding a five-game winning streak, showcasing a strong offensive performance with an average of 83.2 points scored and only 69.3 points allowed over their last ten games. Their recent form has been impressive, particularly in the last five games where they averaged 89.2 points scored while allowing just 61.8. In contrast, UC Santa Barbara, despite their recent success with a three-game winning streak, averaged 79.4 points scored and 76.8 points allowed, indicating a more balanced but less dominant scoring profile.

The Gauchos had a solid home record of 4-1 prior to this matchup, but were unable to capitalize on their home court advantage against the Lions. Loyola Marymount's away record stands at 1-2, but they have shown resilience and adaptability in hostile environments. The previous meeting between these two teams took place on December 19, 2024, where Loyola Marymount narrowly defeated UC Santa Barbara 60-58, giving them a psychological edge coming into this game.

In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any players missing from either side, suggesting that both teams were at full strength for this critical matchup. The conditions in The Thunderdome were favorable for basketball, with a lively crowd supporting the home team.

As the game unfolded, it was a tightly contested affair, with both teams exchanging leads throughout regulation. The scoring plays in overtime highlighted the intensity of the match. Jalen Shelley opened the overtime scoring with a free throw, tying the game at 71-71. Myron Amey Jr. then hit a crucial three-pointer, giving Loyola Marymount a 74-71 lead. However, UC Santa Barbara fought back, with Michael Simcoe making a layup to narrow the gap. The Lions' Rodney Brown Jr. was instrumental in sealing the victory, hitting multiple free throws in the closing moments to secure the win.

The betting market, as reported by its provider, had not favored UC Santa Barbara, reflecting their lower probability of winning at 0.0%. This outcome not only solidifies Loyola Marymount's strong start to the season but also raises questions about UC Santa Barbara's ability to compete against top-tier opponents.

Fans and analysts alike will be keen to see how both teams respond in their upcoming fixtures, with Loyola Marymount aiming to maintain their unbeaten streak and UC Santa Barbara looking to bounce back after a hard-fought loss.

Leaders

PointsMiro Little19UC Santa Barbara Gauchos
AssistsAidan Mahaney4UC Santa Barbara Gauchos
ReboundsJason Fontenet II8UC Santa Barbara Gauchos
PointsMyron Amey Jr.29Loyola Marymount Lions
AssistsRodney Brown Jr.6Loyola Marymount Lions
ReboundsAaron McBride14Loyola Marymount Lions

Recent form

UC Santa Barbara Gauchos

Last 10: 7-3Streak W379.4 scored · 76.8 allowed per game4-1 at home

W92-87at Sacramento State HornetsNov 12
W85-74vs San José State SpartansNov 8
W98-67vs San Francisco State GatorsNov 5
L51-69at UC San Diego TritonsMar 15
W78-72at Cal State Northridge MatadorsMar 14
W71-66vs Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersMar 13
L88-97vs UC Irvine AnteatersMar 9
L77-103at Cal State Northridge MatadorsMar 2
W96-77vs Cal Poly MustangsFeb 28
W58-56at Long Beach State BeachFeb 23

Loyola Marymount Lions

Last 10: 7-3Streak W583.2 scored · 69.3 allowed per game1-2 away

W74-63vs Troy TrojansNov 15
W71-58at UTEP MinersNov 12
W94-72vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsNov 9
W70-62vs Eastern Washington EaglesNov 6
W137-54vs Lincoln (CA) OaklandersNov 4
L77-94at Washington State CougarsMar 9
W100-74vs San Diego TorerosMar 8
L55-58vs Saint Mary's GaelsFeb 28
W93-82vs Pepperdine WavesFeb 23
L61-76at Santa Clara BroncosFeb 21

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
UC Irvine	23-12	-	15-5
Hawai'i	24-9	1	14-6
UC San Diego	23-11	3	12-8
Cal State Northridge	20-14	3	12-8
Cal State Fullerton	18-16	3	12-8
UC Davis	19-14	4	11-9
UC Santa Barbara	18-14	4	11-9
Cal Poly	14-19	5	10-10
Long Beach State	10-22	9	6-14
UC Riverside	10-22	10	5-15
Cal State Bakersfield	8-24	13	2-18

Box score

Stat	Loyola Marymount Lions	UC Santa Barbara Gauchos
Field goals	26-60	27-71
Field goal %	43	38
Three-pointers	11-25	8-28
Three-point %	44	29
Free throws	15-29	12-17
Free throw %	52	71
Rebounds	46	41
Offensive rebounds	13	12
Defensive rebounds	33	29
Assists	14	14
Steals	1	5
Blocks	6	4
Turnovers	14	6
Team turnovers	3	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	1	1
Points off turnovers	8	15
Fast-break points	4	5
Points in the paint	30	38
Fouls	18	22
Largest lead	6	14

How the scoring went

2nd Half36-45Aidan Mahaney made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Miro Little.
2nd Half36-47Michael Simcoe made Layup. Assisted by Aidan Mahaney.
2nd Half36-50Colin Smith made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Michael Simcoe.
2nd Half38-50Myron Amey Jr. made Layup.
2nd Half38-52Colin Smith made Layup.
2nd Half41-52Jalen Shelley made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Myron Amey Jr..
2nd Half44-52Myron Amey Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Aaron McBride.
2nd Half46-52Myron Amey Jr. made Jumper.
2nd Half49-52Jalen Shelley made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Rodney Brown Jr..
2nd Half49-54Hosana Kitenge made Layup.
2nd Half51-54Jalen Shelley made Dunk.
2nd Half52-54Jalen Shelley made Free Throw.
2nd Half52-56Jason Fontenet II made Layup.
2nd Half52-57Colin Smith made Free Throw.
2nd Half52-58Colin Smith made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-58Jalen Shelley made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-60Miro Little made Jumper.
2nd Half55-60AJ Thomas made Layup.
2nd Half58-60Myron Amey Jr. made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half60-60Myron Amey Jr. made Layup.
2nd Half63-60Myron Amey Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Rodney Brown Jr..
2nd Half66-60Myron Amey Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Rodney Brown Jr..
2nd Half66-62Miro Little made Layup.
2nd Half67-62Jalen Shelley made Free Throw.
2nd Half67-64Miro Little made Layup.
2nd Half68-64Myron Amey Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half68-66Miro Little made Layup.
2nd Half68-67Miro Little made Free Throw.
2nd Half69-67Nakyel Shelton made Free Throw.
2nd Half69-69Miro Little made Layup.
OT69-71Colin Smith made Jumper.
OT70-71Jalen Shelley made Free Throw.
OT71-71Jalen Shelley made Free Throw.
OT74-71Myron Amey Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Rodney Brown Jr..
OT74-73Michael Simcoe made Layup.
OT75-73Rodney Brown Jr. made Free Throw.
OT76-73Rodney Brown Jr. made Free Throw.
OT76-74Jason Fontenet II made Free Throw.
OT77-74Rodney Brown Jr. made Free Throw.
OT78-74Rodney Brown Jr. made Free Throw.

Win probability

Above the line favours UC Santa Barbara Gauchos, below favours Loyola Marymount Lions.