NCAAB · Final/OT

Marist Edges Canisius in Overtime Thriller

Friday, January 30, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Koessler Athletic Center

Marist Red Foxes 88, Canisius Golden Griffins 86, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Marist Red Foxes vs Canisius Golden Griffins?

Marist Red Foxes beat Canisius Golden Griffins 88-86 at Koessler Athletic Center on January 30, 2026.

Who was favored in Marist Red Foxes vs Canisius Golden Griffins?

Marist Red Foxes were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -550 (about 85% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup at the Koessler Athletic Center, the Marist Red Foxes emerged victorious against the Canisius Golden Griffins, winning 88-86 in overtime. This game was particularly significant as it marked Marist's continued success against Canisius, extending their head-to-head record to 3-0 over the last two seasons.

Entering the game, Marist held a strong away record of 14-7, while Canisius struggled with an 8-14 record. The Golden Griffins faced a challenging stretch, having lost their last five games, with an average of 58.2 points scored and 68.2 points allowed in those contests. In contrast, Marist came into the game with a recent record of 6-4, including a win in their last outing against Quinnipiac, where they scored 71 points.

The scoring averages also highlighted the contrasting forms of the teams; Canisius averaged 63.2 points per game while allowing 72.9, whereas Marist scored an average of 67.5 points and allowed only 61.1. These figures suggested a defensive edge for Marist, which was evident in their performance.

The game unfolded with a thrilling pace, and both teams had their moments. Canisius, despite their recent struggles, put forth a strong effort, particularly in the second half, where they managed to tie the game and push it into overtime. The tension in the arena was palpable as the teams battled for supremacy, with Canisius seeking to break their losing streak and Marist aiming to solidify their position in the standings.

In terms of previous meetings, the last two encounters had also favored Marist, with Canisius losing 81-89 in their last matchup on February 22, 2025, and 47-70 earlier that same season. This history added an extra layer of pressure for the Golden Griffins, who were eager to turn the tide.

Injury reports showed that both teams were relatively healthy, which allowed them to field their best lineups. This was crucial, especially for Marist, who had been relying on key players to maintain their competitive edge.

As for the betting market, DraftKings set the odds with Marist favored by 9.5 points, indicating confidence in their ability to win against Canisius. The total points line was set at 129.5, reflecting expectations for a moderately paced game.

The conditions in the arena were conducive to a high-energy game, with a lively crowd that contributed to the atmosphere. Fans witnessed a series of exciting plays, including a crucial layup by Kahlil Singleton and a pair of free throws from Bryan Ndjonga that kept Canisius in the game.

Ultimately, it was a 14-foot pullup jump shot by Justin Menard, assisted by Elijah Lewis, that pushed Marist ahead in overtime, followed by a series of free throws that sealed the victory. The final moments were a testament to the resilience of both teams, but Marist's ability to execute under pressure proved decisive.

For viewers, the game showcased the importance of clutch performances and the impact of momentum swings, particularly in the high-stakes environment of overtime. The match highlighted the competitive spirit of NCAAB, with both teams fighting hard until the final buzzer.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	MRST -9.5	129.5 o -105 / u -115	Marist Red Foxes -550 · Canisius Golden Griffins +410

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Leaders

PointsBryan Ndjonga21Canisius Golden Griffins
AssistsJavante Edwards5Canisius Golden Griffins
ReboundsMike Evbagharu11Canisius Golden Griffins
PointsJustin Menard22Marist Red Foxes
AssistsElijah Lewis5Marist Red Foxes
ReboundsElijah Lewis9Marist Red Foxes

Recent form

Canisius Golden Griffins

Last 10: 3-7Streak L563.2 scored · 72.9 allowed per game2-2 at home

L55-61at Fairfield StagsJan 25
L66-69at Sacred Heart PioneersJan 23
L68-78vs Mount St. Mary's MountaineersJan 17
L54-59vs Niagara Purple EaglesJan 15
L48-74at Iona GaelsJan 11
W70-64at Manhattan JaspersJan 10
W82-78vs Sacred Heart PioneersJan 4
W85-81vs Fairfield StagsJan 2
L59-103at Duquesne DukesDec 23
L45-62at Rhode Island RamsDec 17

Marist Red Foxes

Last 10: 6-4Streak W167.5 scored · 61.1 allowed per game2-3 away

W71-64vs Quinnipiac BobcatsJan 24
L50-69at Siena SaintsJan 23
L55-68vs Merrimack WarriorsJan 19
W82-67vs Fairfield StagsJan 17
W71-49at Rider BroncsJan 11
W76-72at Sacred Heart PioneersJan 10
W83-38vs Iona GaelsJan 4
L59-69at Saint Peter's PeacocksJan 3
L58-64at Quinnipiac BobcatsDec 29
W70-51vs Stony Brook SeawolvesDec 21

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	Marist Red Foxes	Canisius Golden Griffins
Field goals	30-54	30-63
Field goal %	56	48
Three-pointers	5-16	10-30
Three-point %	31	33
Free throws	23-28	16-26
Free throw %	82	62
Rebounds	34	33
Offensive rebounds	8	13
Defensive rebounds	26	20
Assists	15	15
Steals	9	5
Blocks	2	2
Turnovers	13	13
Team turnovers	2	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	20	13
Fast-break points	6	10
Points in the paint	40	36
Fouls	22	22
Largest lead	6	12
Lead changes	11	11
Time in front	49	41

How the scoring went

2nd Half55-52Bryan Ndjonga makes layup
2nd Half55-53Bryan Ndjonga makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half56-53Jaden Daughtry makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-55Kahlil Singleton makes 7-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half56-57Mike Evbagharu makes layup
2nd Half57-57Rhyjon Blackwell makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half58-57Rhyjon Blackwell makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half58-59Kahlil Singleton makes layup
2nd Half58-60Kahlil Singleton makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half59-60Rhyjon Blackwell makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half60-60Rhyjon Blackwell makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half60-62Myles Wilmoth makes layup
2nd Half60-65Mike Evbagharu makes 25-foot three point jumper (Bryan Ndjonga assists)
2nd Half62-65Rhyjon Blackwell makes layup (Justin Menard assists)
2nd Half64-65Justin Menard makes layup
2nd Half66-65Elijah Lewis makes layup (Rhyjon Blackwell assists)
2nd Half69-65Justin Menard makes 24-foot three point jumper
2nd Half69-67Bryan Ndjonga makes 9-foot hook shot
2nd Half69-69Javante Edwards makes layup
2nd Half71-69Justin Menard makes layup
2nd Half71-70Bryan Ndjonga makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half71-72Kahlil Singleton makes layup (Bryan Ndjonga assists)
2nd Half71-73Kahlil Singleton makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half73-73Rhyjon Blackwell makes 4-foot alley oop dunk (Elijah Lewis assists)
OT75-73Elijah Lewis makes 11-foot pullup jump shot (Rhyjon Blackwell assists)
OT78-73Rhyjon Blackwell makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jaden Daughtry assists)
OT78-75Bryan Ndjonga makes 1-foot dunk
OT79-75Rhyjon Blackwell makes free throw 1 of 2
OT80-75Rhyjon Blackwell makes free throw 2 of 2
OT80-78Kahlil Singleton makes 26-foot three point jumper (Bryan Ndjonga assists)
OT80-80Bryan Ndjonga makes 6-foot floating jump shot
OT83-80Rhyjon Blackwell makes 24-foot three point jumper
OT85-80Justin Menard makes 14-foot pullup jump shot (Elijah Lewis assists)
OT85-81Bryan Ndjonga makes free throw 1 of 2
OT85-82Bryan Ndjonga makes free throw 2 of 2
OT86-82Elijah Lewis makes free throw 1 of 2
OT87-82Elijah Lewis makes free throw 2 of 2
OT88-82Parby Kabamba makes free throw 1 of 2
OT88-84Kahlil Singleton makes layup
OT88-86Bryan Ndjonga makes layup (Javante Edwards assists)

Win probability

Above the line favours Canisius Golden Griffins, below favours Marist Red Foxes.