NCAAB · Final

Canisius Edges Mercyhurst in Close Contest

Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Koessler Athletic Center

Canisius Golden Griffins 58, Mercyhurst Lakers 55, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Mercyhurst Lakers vs Canisius Golden Griffins?

Canisius Golden Griffins beat Mercyhurst Lakers 58-55 at Koessler Athletic Center on November 12, 2025.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Canisius Golden Griffins narrowly defeated the Mercyhurst Lakers with a final score of 58-55 at the Koessler Athletic Center. This victory marked a significant moment for Canisius, as it improved their record to 3-2, while Mercyhurst fell to 2-3. The game showcased a defensive struggle, with both teams fighting hard for every point.

Canisius came into this game with a recent form of 2-8 over their last ten games, including a streak of one loss. They averaged 67.8 points scored while allowing 77.7 points per game in that stretch. Their home record stood at 2-2 before this match, with a home scoring average of 62.8 points in their last five games. Mercyhurst, on the other hand, had a more favorable recent record of 6-4, riding a two-game winning streak into this contest. They averaged 73.2 points scored and allowed 68.7 points during their last ten games, with a home record of 4-0 and an away record of 2-4.

The history between these two teams was also notable, as this was their second meeting of the season. In their previous encounter on November 14, 2024, Canisius lost to Mercyhurst 52-62. This game was crucial for Canisius to turn the tide in their favor against Mercyhurst, and they managed to do just that.

In terms of injuries, there were no specific mentions in the block, indicating that both teams likely fielded their full rosters for this important matchup. The market had priced Canisius with a home win probability of 1.0, reflecting confidence in their ability to secure a victory on their home court.

The game conditions were typical for a late fall matchup, with both teams adapting to the indoor environment of the Koessler Athletic Center. Fans were treated to a hard-fought battle, with Canisius pulling ahead in the second half.

Key moments in the second half included several free throws made by Bernie Blunt III and Javante Edwards, which helped Canisius maintain their lead as the clock wound down. Chris Kumu's two-point tip shot and Jake Lemelman's jumper were crucial in sealing the game for the Golden Griffins.

Overall, this game highlighted the resilience of Canisius as they sought to improve their season record, while Mercyhurst will look to regroup and bounce back in their upcoming games.

Leaders

PointsChris Kumu16Canisius Golden Griffins
AssistsBryan Ndjonga3Canisius Golden Griffins
ReboundsBryan Ndjonga5Canisius Golden Griffins
PointsBernie Blunt III19Mercyhurst Lakers
AssistsBernie Blunt III4Mercyhurst Lakers
ReboundsJames Thomas6Mercyhurst Lakers

Recent form

Canisius Golden Griffins

Last 10: 2-8Streak L167.8 scored · 77.7 allowed per game1-3 at home

L70-89at St. Bonaventure BonniesNov 8
W84-43vs Allegheny GatorsNov 7
L48-88at Dayton FlyersNov 4
L62-70at Saint Peter's PeacocksMar 8
L50-78at Rider BroncsMar 7
L52-82vs Iona GaelsMar 2
L72-77vs Manhattan JaspersMar 1
W93-88at Siena SaintsFeb 23
L81-89at Marist Red FoxesFeb 22
L66-73vs Mount St. Mary's MountaineersFeb 16

Mercyhurst Lakers

Last 10: 6-4Streak W273.2 scored · 68.7 allowed per game2-4 away

W94-43vs Penn State New Kensington LionsNov 8
W73-65at Loyola Chicago RamblersNov 7
L47-70at Northwestern WildcatsNov 4
W90-68vs Chicago State CougarsFeb 28
W65-60vs Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsFeb 21
L73-85at Stonehill SkyhawksFeb 15
L63-73at Central Connecticut Blue DevilsFeb 14
W82-78vs Le Moyne DolphinsFeb 8
L78-85at Chicago State CougarsFeb 7
W67-60at Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsFeb 1

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Long Island University	24-11	-	15-3
Central Connecticut	18-12	3	12-6
Mercyhurst	17-17	5	10-8
Le Moyne	15-17	5	10-8
New Haven	14-17	6	9-9
Wagner	14-17	7	8-10
Stonehill	12-21	7	8-10
Fairleigh Dickinson	11-21	7	8-10
Saint Francis	7-24	10	5-13
Chicago State	7-25	10	5-13
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	Mercyhurst Lakers	Canisius Golden Griffins
Field goals	22-53	20-41
Field goal %	42	49
Three-pointers	5-24	3-13
Three-point %	21	23
Free throws	6-8	15-26
Free throw %	75	58
Rebounds	27	28
Offensive rebounds	6	5
Defensive rebounds	21	23
Assists	11	9
Steals	7	6
Blocks	2	1
Turnovers	11	13
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	1	1
Technical fouls, total	1	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	16	8
Fast-break points	4	7
Points in the paint	16	30
Fouls	20	13
Largest lead	4	11

How the scoring went

1st Half20-28Jake Lemelman made Jumper.
1st Half20-29Bryan Ndjonga made Free Throw.
1st Half20-30Myles Wilmoth made Free Throw.
1st Half20-31Myles Wilmoth made Free Throw.
1st Half22-31Jake Lemelman made Jumper.
1st Half25-31Jake Lemelman made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Sean Lang.
1st Half25-32Evan van der Plas made Free Throw.
2nd Half27-32Jake Lemelman made Jumper. Assisted by Qadir Martin.
2nd Half27-34Myles Wilmoth made Layup. Assisted by Bryan Ndjonga.
2nd Half29-34Bernie Blunt III made Jumper. Assisted by Christian Gamble.
2nd Half30-34Bernie Blunt III made Free Throw.
2nd Half30-36Bryan Ndjonga made Jumper.
2nd Half32-36Qadir Martin made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half32-38Javante Edwards made Layup.
2nd Half32-39Mike Evbagharu made Free Throw.
2nd Half34-39Bernie Blunt III made Jumper.
2nd Half34-40Chris Kumu made Free Throw.
2nd Half34-41Chris Kumu made Free Throw.
2nd Half36-41Deshaun Jackson Jr. made Jumper. Assisted by Bernie Blunt III.
2nd Half38-41Kaden Fuhrmann made Layup.
2nd Half41-41Bernie Blunt III made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by James Thomas.
2nd Half41-44Chris Kumu made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Max Jusianiec.
2nd Half41-46Chris Kumu made Layup.
2nd Half41-47Bryan Ndjonga made Free Throw.
2nd Half41-48Bryan Ndjonga made Free Throw.
2nd Half43-48Qadir Martin made Layup. Assisted by Bernie Blunt III.
2nd Half44-48Qadir Martin made Free Throw.
2nd Half44-50Bryan Ndjonga made Layup. Assisted by Mike Evbagharu.
2nd Half46-50Qadir Martin made Jumper. Assisted by Bernie Blunt III.
2nd Half46-52Chris Kumu made Dunk. Assisted by Bryan Ndjonga.
2nd Half49-52Bernie Blunt III made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jake Lemelman.
2nd Half49-54Kahlil Singleton made Jumper.
2nd Half50-54Bernie Blunt III made Free Throw.
2nd Half51-54Bernie Blunt III made Free Throw.
2nd Half51-55Javante Edwards made Free Throw.
2nd Half51-56Javante Edwards made Free Throw.
2nd Half52-56Bernie Blunt III made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-56Bernie Blunt III made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-58Chris Kumu made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half55-58Jake Lemelman made Jumper.

Win probability

Above the line favours Canisius Golden Griffins, below favours Mercyhurst Lakers.