NCAAB · Final

Xavier Edges Marist in Close Contest

Monday, November 3, 2025, 7:15 PM ET · Cintas Center

Xavier Musketeers 66, Marist Red Foxes 62, 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 Xavier Musketeers?

Xavier Musketeers beat Marist Red Foxes 66-62 at Cintas Center on November 3, 2025.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Xavier Musketeers secured a narrow victory over the Marist Red Foxes, finishing with a score of 66-62. The game took place at the Cintas Center, where Xavier improved its record to 1-0 for the season, while Marist fell to 0-1. This fixture was notable not only for the close scoreline but also for the contrasting recent forms of both teams leading into the game.

Xavier entered the contest with a strong recent form, boasting a record of 8-2 over their last ten games. Despite a recent loss to the Marquette Golden Eagles, they had been performing well, averaging 80.4 points scored while allowing 72.4 points per game. Their last five games reflected a solid performance with a record of 4-1 and an average of 82.0 points scored. At home, they had a record of 5-1, showcasing their strength in familiar surroundings.

In contrast, Marist struggled with a record of 4-6 over their last ten games and faced a five-game losing streak leading up to this matchup. They averaged only 61.9 points scored and allowed 66.4 points per game during this stretch. Their recent form was particularly concerning, as they had not secured a win in their last five outings, averaging just 53.8 points scored in that span. Their away record stood at 2-2, indicating some potential but not enough to suggest they could easily overcome Xavier on the road.

The game was characterized by a series of scoring runs and defensive stands, with both teams exchanging leads throughout. Notably, the second half saw several key free throws that ultimately determined the outcome. Jordan Gabriel made a crucial free throw for Marist, bringing the score to 60-59. However, Jovan Milicevic quickly responded with a three-point jumper, giving Xavier a 62-60 lead. The back-and-forth continued, with both teams trading free throws in the closing minutes, but Xavier managed to maintain their lead and secure the win.

In terms of injury concerns, the block did not provide specific details, but the overall health and readiness of both teams could have played a role in their performances. The market had priced Xavier as the clear favorite, reflecting a home win probability of 1.0 according to the latest odds.

Conditions at the Cintas Center were likely favorable for Xavier, contributing to their performance. The Musketeers' ability to leverage their home court advantage was evident as they executed their game plan effectively against a Marist team that struggled to find its rhythm.

Viewers watching the game were treated to a display of competitive basketball, with key players stepping up in critical moments. The performance of Jovan Milicevic, particularly his three-point shot and free throws, was pivotal for Xavier. Marist's reliance on free throws in the closing moments highlighted their struggle to convert field goals under pressure.

Overall, this matchup showcased the resilience of Xavier as they navigated a challenging game against a struggling Marist team. As the season progresses, both teams will look to build on this game, with Xavier aiming to continue their winning ways and Marist seeking to turn around their fortunes.

Leaders

PointsMalik Messina-Moore16Xavier Musketeers
AssistsRoddie Anderson III4Xavier Musketeers
ReboundsAnthony Robinson5Xavier Musketeers
PointsRhyjon Blackwell24Marist Red Foxes
AssistsJadin Collins-Roberts4Marist Red Foxes
ReboundsElijah Lewis7Marist Red Foxes

Recent form

Xavier Musketeers

Last 10: 8-2Streak L180.4 scored · 72.4 allowed per game5-1 at home

L87-89vs Marquette Golden EaglesMar 13
W76-68vs Providence FriarsMar 8
W91-78at Butler BulldogsMar 6
W83-61vs Creighton BluejaysMar 1
W73-66at Seton Hall PiratesFeb 23
W76-63vs Butler BulldogsFeb 19
W85-68vs DePaul Blue DemonsFeb 15
W91-82at Providence FriarsFeb 13
L68-80at Villanova WildcatsFeb 9
W74-69vs Georgetown HoyasFeb 5

Marist Red Foxes

Last 10: 4-6Streak L561.9 scored · 66.4 allowed per game2-2 away

L58-62vs Mount St. Mary's MountaineersMar 14
L52-62at Mount St. Mary's MountaineersMar 8
L53-75vs Merrimack WarriorsMar 7
L52-57vs Saint Peter's PeacocksMar 2
L54-67at Sacred Heart PioneersMar 1
W64-61vs Niagara Purple EaglesFeb 23
W89-81vs Canisius Golden GriffinsFeb 22
W61-60at Merrimack WarriorsFeb 16
W65-64at Siena SaintsFeb 15
L71-75vs Iona GaelsFeb 9

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
St. John's	30-7	-	18-2
UConn	34-6	1	17-3
Villanova	24-9	3	15-5
Seton Hall	21-12	8	10-10
Creighton	16-18	9	9-11
DePaul	16-16	10	8-12
Butler	16-16	11	7-13
Providence	15-18	11	7-13
Marquette	12-20	11	7-13
Georgetown	16-18	12	6-14
Xavier	15-18	12	6-14

Box score

Stat	Marist Red Foxes	Xavier Musketeers
Field goals	21-44	18-53
Field goal %	48	34
Three-pointers	3-10	7-26
Three-point %	30	27
Free throws	17-25	23-32
Free throw %	68	72
Rebounds	33	31
Offensive rebounds	6	12
Defensive rebounds	27	19
Assists	14	13
Steals	5	11
Blocks	6	2
Turnovers	18	11
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	8	15
Fast-break points	7	6
Points in the paint	28	16
Fouls	21	20
Largest lead	7	20

How the scoring went

2nd Half24-41Rhyjon Blackwell made Layup. Assisted by Justin Menard.
2nd Half25-41Rhyjon Blackwell made Free Throw.
2nd Half27-41Elijah Lewis made Layup.
2nd Half28-41Rhyjon Blackwell made Free Throw.
2nd Half29-41Rhyjon Blackwell made Free Throw.
2nd Half31-41Rhyjon Blackwell made Jumper. Assisted by Jadin Collins-Roberts.
2nd Half31-43Tre Carroll made Dunk. Assisted by Filip Borovicanin.
2nd Half33-43Jadin Collins-Roberts made Jumper.
2nd Half35-43Rhyjon Blackwell made Jumper.
2nd Half35-45All Wright made Layup. Assisted by Roddie Anderson III.
2nd Half35-47Malik Messina-Moore made Layup.
2nd Half35-48Malik Messina-Moore made Free Throw.
2nd Half37-48Jordan Gabriel made Jumper. Assisted by Elijah Lewis.
2nd Half37-50Malik Messina-Moore made Jumper. Assisted by Tre Carroll.
2nd Half39-50Jordan Gabriel made Layup. Assisted by Jadin Collins-Roberts.
2nd Half39-51Roddie Anderson III made Free Throw.
2nd Half41-51Jadin Collins-Roberts made Layup. Assisted by Jaden Daughtry.
2nd Half43-51Rhyjon Blackwell made Jumper.
2nd Half43-54All Wright made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jovan Milicevic.
2nd Half45-54Elijah Lewis made Layup. Assisted by Jaden Daughtry.
2nd Half45-55Jovan Milicevic made Free Throw.
2nd Half45-56Jovan Milicevic made Free Throw.
2nd Half46-56Rhyjon Blackwell made Free Throw.
2nd Half47-56Rhyjon Blackwell made Free Throw.
2nd Half47-59All Wright made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jovan Milicevic.
2nd Half49-59Elijah Lewis made Layup. Assisted by Jordan Gabriel.
2nd Half52-59Rhyjon Blackwell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jordan Gabriel.
2nd Half53-59Rhyjon Blackwell made Free Throw.
2nd Half55-59Elijah Lewis made Dunk. Assisted by Jadin Collins-Roberts.
2nd Half57-59Jadin Collins-Roberts made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half58-59Jadin Collins-Roberts made Free Throw.
2nd Half59-59Jordan Gabriel made Free Throw.
2nd Half60-59Jordan Gabriel made Free Throw.
2nd Half60-62Jovan Milicevic made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Malik Messina-Moore.
2nd Half61-62Rhyjon Blackwell made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-63Malik Messina-Moore made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-64Malik Messina-Moore made Free Throw.
2nd Half62-64Jaden Daughtry made Free Throw.
2nd Half62-65Jovan Milicevic made Free Throw.
2nd Half62-66Jovan Milicevic made Free Throw.