Mercyhurst Lakers Defeat Loyola Chicago Ramblers 73-65
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 9:00 PM ET · Gentile Arena
Mercyhurst Lakers 73, Loyola Chicago Ramblers 65, 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 Loyola Chicago Ramblers?
Mercyhurst Lakers beat Loyola Chicago Ramblers 73-65 at Gentile Arena on November 6, 2025.
In a closely contested matchup, the Mercyhurst Lakers emerged victorious against the Loyola Chicago Ramblers with a final score of 73-65 at Gentile Arena. This game is notable as both teams entered with identical records of 1-1 for the season, setting the stage for a competitive encounter. The Lakers, who have been struggling on the road, managed to secure a crucial win, improving their away record to 2-4.
The Ramblers, despite their home advantage, fell to 1-2 for the season. Their recent form has been strong, with an overall record of 8-2 in their last ten games, including a winning streak of one prior to this match. They averaged 74.9 points scored per game while allowing 70.2, showcasing their offensive capabilities. However, they couldn't capitalize on their scoring potential against the Lakers, who have averaged 71.2 points in their last ten games, with a record of 6-4 during that span.
Loyola Chicago's recent home performance had been impressive, boasting a perfect home record of 6-0 before this game. They had shown resilience with notable wins, including a high-scoring victory against the Cleveland State Vikings just days prior, where they won 91-88. The Lakers, conversely, struggled away from home with a record of 1-4, which made their win even more significant.
In terms of previous meetings, this game marks another chapter in the rivalry between the two teams, although specific past results were not detailed in the block. The Lakers' ability to secure a win on the road suggests a potential shift in their competitive edge.
Injury reports were not provided in the block, so both teams appeared to be at full strength for this matchup. The market had set the odds, reflecting the competitive nature of the fixture, but specific betting lines were not included in the facts provided.
The game conditions were typical for early November basketball, with no adverse weather factors affecting play. Fans could expect a high-energy atmosphere at Gentile Arena, where the Ramblers usually thrive but were unable to find their rhythm against a determined Lakers squad.
Key moments in the game included several scoring plays from Bernie Blunt III, who contributed significantly to the Lakers' lead with multiple free throws in the second half. Justin Moore also made impactful three-point shots that helped the Lakers maintain their advantage as the game progressed. The Ramblers attempted to rally back, but ultimately fell short, unable to overcome the Lakers' late-game execution.
Overall, this matchup highlighted the Lakers' ability to perform under pressure, especially away from home, while the Ramblers will need to reassess their strategies moving forward as they look to bounce back from this defeat.
Leaders
- PointsJustin Moore25Loyola Chicago Ramblers
- AssistsJustin Moore8Loyola Chicago Ramblers
- ReboundsMiles Rubin7Loyola Chicago Ramblers
- PointsBernie Blunt III27Mercyhurst Lakers
- AssistsDeshaun Jackson Jr.5Mercyhurst Lakers
- ReboundsMykolas Ivanauskas9Mercyhurst Lakers
Recent form
Loyola Chicago Ramblers
Last 10: 8-2Streak W174.9 scored · 70.2 allowed per game6-0 at home
- W91-88vs Cleveland State VikingsNov 4
- L55-62at VCU RamsMar 15
- W72-64vs Saint Louis BillikensMar 14
- W74-51at Massachusetts MinutemenMar 8
- W82-72vs Davidson WildcatsMar 6
- L67-98at Saint Louis BillikensMar 1
- W77-57vs George Washington RevolutionariesFeb 27
- W76-72vs Dayton FlyersFeb 22
- W77-69at Davidson WildcatsFeb 19
- W78-69vs Saint Louis BillikensFeb 15
Mercyhurst Lakers
Last 10: 6-4Streak L171.2 scored · 71.7 allowed per game1-4 away
- 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
- W62-58vs Saint Francis Red WolvesJan 31
- W85-80vs Long Island University SharksJan 26
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 |
| Saint Louis | 29-6 | - | 15-3 |
| VCU | 28-8 | - | 15-3 |
| Saint Joseph's | 24-12 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Dayton | 25-12 | 3 | 12-6 |
| George Mason | 23-10 | 4 | 11-7 |
| Davidson | 20-14 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Duquesne | 18-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| George Washington | 19-16 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Fordham | 17-15 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Rhode Island | 16-16 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Richmond | 15-17 | 10 | 5-13 |
| La Salle | 9-23 | 10 | 5-13 |
| St. Bonaventure | 17-17 | 11 | 4-14 |
| Loyola Chicago | 9-24 | 11 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Mercyhurst Lakers | Loyola Chicago Ramblers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-54 | 20-53 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 38 |
| Three-pointers | 7-18 | 8-26 |
| Three-point % | 39 | 31 |
| Free throws | 16-21 | 17-23 |
| Free throw % | 76 | 74 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 30 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 20 |
| Assists | 15 | 14 |
| Steals | 8 | 4 |
| Blocks | 5 | 8 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 23 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 24 |
| Fouls | 20 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 17 | 4 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half42-28Deshaun Jackson Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-28Deshaun Jackson Jr. made Jumper.
- 2nd Half44-30Justin Moore made Layup.
- 2nd Half47-30Kaden Fuhrmann made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Deshaun Jackson Jr..
- 2nd Half47-32Justin Moore made Layup. Assisted by Chuck Love.
- 2nd Half47-33Justin Moore made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-36Justin Moore made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half49-36Jake Lemelman made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-37Joshua Ola-Joseph made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-38Joshua Ola-Joseph made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-39Justin Moore made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-39Mykolas Ivanauskas made Jumper. Assisted by Jake Lemelman.
- 2nd Half51-40Joshua Ola-Joseph made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-41Joshua Ola-Joseph made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-41Bernie Blunt III made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Deshaun Jackson Jr..
- 2nd Half54-42Joshua Ola-Joseph made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-43Joshua Ola-Joseph made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-45Miles Rubin made Dunk. Assisted by Justin Moore.
- 2nd Half57-45Bernie Blunt III made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Deshaun Jackson Jr..
- 2nd Half57-47Miles Rubin made Layup. Assisted by Justin Moore.
- 2nd Half57-50Kayde Dotson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Justin Moore.
- 2nd Half59-50Bernie Blunt III made Jumper.
- 2nd Half60-50Bernie Blunt III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-50Bernie Blunt III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-50Jake Lemelman made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mykolas Ivanauskas.
- 2nd Half64-53Joshua Ola-Joseph made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Justin Moore.
- 2nd Half64-55Justin Moore made Layup.
- 2nd Half64-56Justin Moore made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-56Bernie Blunt III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-56Qadir Martin made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half67-58Justin Moore made Layup.
- 2nd Half67-59Justin Moore made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-59Bernie Blunt III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-59Bernie Blunt III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-62Justin Moore made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half70-62Bernie Blunt III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-62Bernie Blunt III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-65Justin Moore made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half72-65Bernie Blunt III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-65Bernie Blunt III made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Loyola Chicago Ramblers, below favours Mercyhurst Lakers.
Venue
- Gentile ArenaChicago, IL
- Attendance2016
- OfficialsA.J. Desai, Eric Curry, Anthony Eades
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