Saint Peter's Defeats Marist in NCAAB Showdown
Friday, January 2, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Yanitelli Center
Saint Peter's Peacocks 69, Marist Red Foxes 59, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Marist Red Foxes vs Saint Peter's Peacocks?
Saint Peter's Peacocks beat Marist Red Foxes 69-59 at Yanitelli Center on January 2, 2026.
Who was favored in Marist Red Foxes vs Saint Peter's Peacocks?
Marist Red Foxes were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.
In a decisive matchup at the Yanitelli Center, the Saint Peter's Peacocks triumphed over the Marist Red Foxes with a final score of 69-59. This victory marked an important moment for the Peacocks, who have been showing a strong performance lately, particularly at home. With this win, Saint Peter's improved their home record to 6-1, while Marist fell to 1-2 in away games.
The Peacocks entered this game with a recent record of 6-4 over their last ten contests, riding a two-game winning streak. Their scoring average during this stretch was impressive, with 74.7 points per game, while allowing 68.7 points on average. Their last five games showcased an even stronger performance, where they averaged 78.8 points scored and only 58.4 points allowed. Conversely, the Red Foxes had a record of 7-3 in their last ten games but were coming off a loss in their previous outing against Quinnipiac, which snapped a streak of three wins. Marist's scoring average in their last ten games was 73.1 points, with an average of 63.7 points allowed.
In terms of head-to-head matchups, this game was significant as it was the third meeting between the two teams in the 2025 season, with each team having won once prior to this game. The Peacocks had previously lost to Marist 51-56 at home on January 17, 2025, but they secured a win in their last encounter on March 2, 2025, with a score of 57-52. This latest victory gave Saint Peter's a 2-1 edge in their season series against Marist.
Injuries did not play a significant role in this game, as both teams appeared to be at full strength. The matchup was also notable for its betting lines, with DraftKings providing the odds. Marist was favored by 2.5 points, with a total set at 133.5. The odds indicated a competitive game, but the Peacocks managed to outperform expectations.
The game conditions were typical for indoor basketball, with no significant weather factors affecting play. Fans could expect a high-energy atmosphere, particularly with the Peacocks' recent home success. As the game unfolded, key moments included a series of scoring plays in the second half that helped Saint Peter's maintain their lead. Notable plays included a driving layup by Zaakir Williamson and free throws from TJ Robinson, which were crucial in sealing the victory.
Overall, this matchup highlighted the resilience of the Saint Peter's Peacocks, who continue to build momentum as they move through the season. Their ability to score effectively while maintaining defensive pressure proved decisive against the Marist Red Foxes.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MRST -2.5 | 133.5 o -105 / u -115 | Marist Red Foxes -135 · Saint Peter's Peacocks +114 |
Leaders
- PointsZaakir Williamson13Saint Peter's Peacocks
- AssistsBryce Eaton6Saint Peter's Peacocks
- ReboundsJahki Gupton8Saint Peter's Peacocks
- PointsElijah Lewis13Marist Red Foxes
- AssistsJaden Daughtry3Marist Red Foxes
- ReboundsElijah Lewis7Marist Red Foxes
Recent form
Saint Peter's Peacocks
Last 10: 6-4Streak W274.7 scored · 68.7 allowed per game5-1 at home
- W70-66at Fairfield StagsDec 30
- W116-50vs Centenary (NJ) CyclonesDec 22
- L68-76at Georgetown HoyasDec 13
- W71-43vs Niagara Purple EaglesDec 7
- W69-57vs Canisius Golden GriffinsDec 6
- L61-87vs Dartmouth Big GreenNov 29
- W68-66vs UMass Lowell River HawksNov 22
- L70-81at Delaware Blue HensNov 19
- L61-78at VCU RamsNov 13
- W93-83vs Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsNov 8
Marist Red Foxes
Last 10: 7-3Streak L173.1 scored · 63.7 allowed per game1-2 away
- L58-64at Quinnipiac BobcatsDec 29
- W70-51vs Stony Brook SeawolvesDec 21
- L76-87at Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsDec 17
- W82-74at Bryant BulldogsDec 13
- W80-68vs Manhattan JaspersDec 7
- W64-56vs Mount St. Mary's MountaineersDec 6
- W78-55vs Lehigh Mountain HawksNov 26
- W76-65vs Army Black KnightsNov 22
- L54-56vs Harvard CrimsonNov 16
- W93-61vs Vassar BrewersNov 13
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 | Saint Peter's Peacocks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 18-56 | 21-57 |
| Field goal % | 32 | 37 |
| Three-pointers | 3-17 | 5-22 |
| Three-point % | 18 | 23 |
| Free throws | 20-23 | 22-28 |
| Free throw % | 87 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 44 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 30 |
| Assists | 10 | 9 |
| Steals | 5 | 7 |
| Blocks | 0 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 26 |
| Fouls | 19 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 14 |
| Lead changes | 10 | 10 |
| Time in front | 27 | 69 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half38-29Elijah Lewis makes 14-foot jumper
- 1st Half38-31Bol Agu makes layup
- 1st Half38-32Bol Agu makes free throw 1 of 1
- 1st Half38-35Eric Morgan Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper (Bryce Eaton assists)
- 2nd Half38-37Zaakir Williamson makes 15-foot turnaround jump shot (Elijah Perkins assists)
- 2nd Half38-39Zaakir Williamson makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half39-39Tarik Watson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half40-39Tarik Watson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half40-40Elijah Perkins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half40-43Bryce Eaton makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half40-44TJ Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half40-46Bryce Eaton makes layup (TJ Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half42-46Jason Schofield makes layup (Jadin Collins-Roberts assists)
- 2nd Half42-48Bryce Eaton makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half44-48Jason Schofield makes layup (Rhyjon Blackwell assists)
- 2nd Half44-49TJ Robinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-49Rhyjon Blackwell makes layup (Parby Kabamba assists)
- 2nd Half46-50Brent Bland makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-51Brent Bland makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-52Bryce Eaton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-53Bryce Eaton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-54Lucas Scroggins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-55Lucas Scroggins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-55Tarik Watson makes layup (Jaden Daughtry assists)
- 2nd Half48-56Elijah Perkins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-58Eric Morgan Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half50-58Tarik Watson makes layup (Jaden Daughtry assists)
- 2nd Half50-61Eric Morgan Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Bryce Eaton assists)
- 2nd Half50-62Jahki Gupton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-63Jahki Gupton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-63Jaden Daughtry makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-64Eric Morgan Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-65Eric Morgan Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-65Jason Schofield makes layup (Rhyjon Blackwell assists)
- 2nd Half54-65Jason Schofield makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half54-67Zaakir Williamson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half56-67Rhyjon Blackwell makes 10-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half56-68TJ Robinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-69TJ Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-69Jaden Daughtry makes 24-foot three point jumper (Parby Kabamba assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Saint Peter's Peacocks, below favours Marist Red Foxes.
Venue
- Yanitelli CenterJersey City, NJ
- Attendance633
- OfficialsMatt Potter, Jason Bradwell, Ryan Corbett
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