Saint Peter's Defeats Manhattan 75-65 at Home
Friday, February 27, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Yanitelli Center
Saint Peter's Peacocks 75, Manhattan Jaspers 65, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Manhattan Jaspers vs Saint Peter's Peacocks?
Saint Peter's Peacocks beat Manhattan Jaspers 75-65 at Yanitelli Center on February 27, 2026.
Who was favored in Manhattan Jaspers vs Saint Peter's Peacocks?
Saint Peter's Peacocks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -345 (about 78% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at the Yanitelli Center, the Saint Peter's Peacocks secured a 75-65 victory against the Manhattan Jaspers. This win was crucial for the Peacocks, who improved their home record to 12-4 for the season, while the Jaspers fell to 5-10 on the road. The game showcased the Peacocks' ability to bounce back after two consecutive losses, while the Jaspers continued to struggle, having lost their last game against the Marist Red Foxes.
Saint Peter's entered the game with a record of 16-11, having gone 5-5 in their last ten games. They had averaged 71.1 points per game while allowing 70.5 during that stretch. Their recent form included a win against the Fairfield Stags and a previous victory over Manhattan just a few weeks prior, where they won 80-75. In contrast, Manhattan, with a record of 12-18, had a 4-6 record in their last ten games, averaging 73.8 points scored and 76.6 points allowed. They were coming off a loss to Marist and had not won since their victory over Canisius on February 15.
The Peacocks managed to maintain a strong home presence, with a home scoring average of 70.2 points over their last five games, despite their recent struggles. Meanwhile, the Jaspers had a mixed away record, managing a scoring average of 74.0 points in their last five games. The matchup was particularly interesting due to their recent head-to-head history, where the Peacocks had won two of the last three encounters, including the most recent game on February 6, 2026.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing for either team, allowing both squads to field their strongest lineups. The betting odds from DraftKings indicated that Saint Peter's was favored by 7.5 points, with a total set at 145.5. The odds reflected a strong belief in the Peacocks' ability to win at home, as they were priced at -345 for the money line, while Manhattan was at +275.
The game conditions were typical for late February, with a competitive atmosphere in the Yanitelli Center. Fans were treated to a display of skill and determination from both teams. Notable scoring plays included a 24-foot three-point jumper by Marko Ljubicic, which helped extend the Peacocks' lead in the second half.
As the game progressed, Saint Peter's maintained control, particularly in the second half, where they effectively executed their plays to secure the win. The Peacocks' ability to convert free throws late in the game, particularly by Terrance Jones, proved crucial in sealing the victory. With this win, Saint Peter's demonstrated their resilience and readiness for the upcoming challenges in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SPU -7.5 | 145.5 o -105 / u -115 | Manhattan Jaspers +275 · Saint Peter's Peacocks -345 |
Leaders
- PointsBrent Bland14Saint Peter's Peacocks
- AssistsTJ Robinson7Saint Peter's Peacocks
- ReboundsLucas Scroggins10Saint Peter's Peacocks
- PointsTerrance Jones22Manhattan Jaspers
- AssistsJaden Winston3Manhattan Jaspers
- ReboundsFraser Roxburgh7Manhattan Jaspers
Recent form
Saint Peter's Peacocks
Last 10: 5-5Streak L271.1 scored · 70.5 allowed per game4-0 at home
- L63-72at Siena SaintsFeb 22
- L64-72at Iona GaelsFeb 21
- W83-74vs Fairfield StagsFeb 15
- L71-78at Sacred Heart PioneersFeb 14
- W70-65vs Siena SaintsFeb 7
- W80-75at Manhattan JaspersFeb 6
- L78-81at Rider BroncsFeb 1
- W66-58vs Mount St. Mary's MountaineersJan 31
- L59-67at Merrimack WarriorsJan 24
- W77-63vs Iona GaelsJan 19
Manhattan Jaspers
Last 10: 4-6Streak L173.8 scored · 76.6 allowed per game2-3 away
- L70-84vs Marist Red FoxesFeb 21
- W69-65at Canisius Golden GriffinsFeb 15
- W76-69at Niagara Purple EaglesFeb 13
- W80-68vs Sacred Heart PioneersFeb 7
- L75-80vs Saint Peter's PeacocksFeb 6
- L65-72at Mount St. Mary's MountaineersFeb 1
- W95-90vs Rider BroncsJan 31
- L57-66at Iona GaelsJan 25
- L92-98at Quinnipiac BobcatsJan 19
- L59-74vs Siena SaintsJan 17
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 | Manhattan Jaspers | Saint Peter's Peacocks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 20-56 | 29-60 |
| Field goal % | 36 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 4-21 | 9-20 |
| Three-point % | 19 | 45 |
| Free throws | 21-26 | 8-13 |
| Free throw % | 81 | 62 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 40 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 16 |
| Defensive rebounds | 17 | 24 |
| Assists | 8 | 18 |
| Steals | 7 | 6 |
| Blocks | 1 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 16 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 34 |
| Fouls | 16 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 18 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 98 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half29-45Brent Bland makes 3-foot dunk (TJ Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half30-45Terrance Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half31-45Terrance Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half31-47Zaakir Williamson makes 8-foot floating jump shot (TJ Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half33-47Marko Ljubicic makes 12-foot turnaround jump shot (Jaden Winston assists)
- 2nd Half33-50Bryce Eaton makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half35-50Devin Dinkins makes 20-foot jumper
- 2nd Half35-53Jahki Gupton makes 25-foot three point jumper (Elijah Perkins assists)
- 2nd Half37-53Terrance Jones makes driving layup
- 2nd Half39-53Marko Ljubicic makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half41-53Terrance Jones makes 19-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half41-56Bryce Eaton makes 23-foot three point jumper (Brent Bland assists)
- 2nd Half43-56Anthony Isaac makes driving layup
- 2nd Half43-59Brent Bland makes 24-foot three point jumper (TJ Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half46-59Terrance Jones makes 26-foot three point jumper (Quron Elliott assists)
- 2nd Half46-60TJ Robinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-61TJ Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-61Jaden Winston makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-61Jaden Winston makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-62TJ Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-64Bryce Eaton makes 15-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half49-64Terrance Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-66Bryce Eaton makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-66Jaden Winston makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-66Jaden Winston makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-66Jaden Winston makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-68TJ Robinson makes layup (Zaakir Williamson assists)
- 2nd Half54-68Terrance Jones makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half54-70Lucas Scroggins makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half55-70Devin Dinkins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-70Devin Dinkins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-72Lucas Scroggins makes layup
- 2nd Half59-72Marko Ljubicic makes 24-foot three point jumper (Devin Dinkins assists)
- 2nd Half60-72Terrance Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-72Terrance Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-74Zaakir Williamson makes layup
- 2nd Half61-75Brent Bland makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-75Terrance Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-75Terrance Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-75Jaden Winston makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Saint Peter's Peacocks, below favours Manhattan Jaspers.
Venue
- Yanitelli CenterJersey City, NJ
- Attendance762
- OfficialsRobert Riley, Tim Smith, Michael Kitts
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