NCAAB · Final

Miami (OH) Edges Mercyhurst in Close Contest

Thursday, November 20, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Millett Hall

Miami (OH) RedHawks 76, Mercyhurst Lakers 71, 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 Mercyhurst Lakers vs Miami (OH) RedHawks?

Miami (OH) RedHawks beat Mercyhurst Lakers 76-71 at Millett Hall on November 20, 2025.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Miami (OH) RedHawks secured a narrow victory over the Mercyhurst Lakers, finishing the game with a score of 76-71. This win extends Miami's impressive home record to 5-0 this season, while Mercyhurst's away struggles continue, dropping their record to 1-4 on the road.

Miami entered the game with a strong overall record of 4-0 and a recent form showing an 8-2 record over their last ten games, including a three-game winning streak. They averaged 83.5 points scored per game while allowing 66.5 points. In their last five games, Miami scored an average of 87.6 points, indicating a potent offensive display. Their recent victories included a commanding 129-49 win against Trinity Christian and a solid 76-61 win against Air Force.

On the other hand, Mercyhurst had a record of 3-3 coming into this game and had shown some resilience with a 6-4 record over their last ten games, currently on a one-game winning streak. They averaged 72.8 points scored and allowed 67.2 points per game. In their last five games, they averaged 71.0 points scored, reflecting some inconsistency in their scoring output.

The game took place at Millett Hall, where Miami has been particularly strong, showcasing their home advantage. The conditions were favorable for both teams, with no adverse weather reported affecting the indoor venue.

In terms of previous meetings, there was no specific history provided in the block, but Miami's current form and home advantage made them the favorites in this matchup.

Injuries were not mentioned in the block, indicating that both teams likely fielded their full rosters, which can often play a crucial role in the outcome of closely matched games.

The betting market had priced Miami (OH) as the clear favorites, reflecting their strong home record and recent form. The odds attributed to the provider were not specified, but the market sentiment was evident in the home win probability, which stood at 1.0, indicating complete confidence in Miami's ability to secure the win.

As the game unfolded, key moments included several scoring plays in the second half that kept the game competitive. Notably, Bernie Blunt III's layup brought Mercyhurst within one point at 70-69, and Deshaun Jackson Jr. followed with a jumper to put Mercyhurst ahead briefly at 71-70. However, Miami responded with crucial free throws from Luke Skaljac and Evan Ipsaro, ultimately sealing the game with a final score of 76-71.

Overall, this matchup highlighted Miami's home dominance and their ability to close out games under pressure, while Mercyhurst will need to address their away performance as they look to improve their road record moving forward.

Leaders

PointsAlmar Atlason16Miami (OH) RedHawks
AssistsEvan Ipsaro4Miami (OH) RedHawks
ReboundsAntwone Woolfolk7Miami (OH) RedHawks
PointsJake Lemelman15Mercyhurst Lakers
AssistsJake Lemelman3Mercyhurst Lakers
ReboundsQadir Martin8Mercyhurst Lakers

Recent form

Miami (OH) RedHawks

Last 10: 8-2Streak W383.5 scored · 66.5 allowed per game6-0 at home

W76-61at Air Force FalconsNov 15
W129-49vs Trinity Christian TrollsNov 8
W87-72vs Old Dominion MonarchsNov 4
L74-76at Akron ZipsMar 15
W72-64vs Kent State Golden FlashesMar 14
W81-75vs Eastern Michigan EaglesMar 13
W79-66vs Ball State CardinalsMar 7
W84-69at Buffalo BullsMar 5
L66-75at Ohio BobcatsMar 1
W87-58vs Northern Illinois HuskiesFeb 26

Mercyhurst Lakers

Last 10: 6-4Streak W172.8 scored · 67.2 allowed per game1-4 away

W86-72vs Morgan State BearsNov 15
L55-58at Canisius Golden GriffinsNov 13
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

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
Miami (OH)	32-2	-	18-0
Akron	29-6	1	17-1
Kent State	24-10	4	14-4
Toledo	19-15	7	11-7
Bowling Green	18-14	9	9-9
Ohio	15-17	9	9-9
Buffalo	17-15	11	7-11
Massachusetts	17-16	11	7-11
Ball State	12-19	11	7-11
Central Michigan	10-21	12	6-12
Western Michigan	10-21	14	4-14
Eastern Michigan	10-21	14	4-14
Northern Illinois	9-21	10	4-14

Box score

Stat	Mercyhurst Lakers	Miami (OH) RedHawks
Field goals	27-56	22-49
Field goal %	48	45
Three-pointers	8-23	6-22
Three-point %	35	27
Free throws	9-13	26-31
Free throw %	69	84
Rebounds	32	30
Offensive rebounds	10	8
Defensive rebounds	22	22
Assists	12	10
Steals	5	4
Blocks	3	2
Turnovers	12	11
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	11	13
Fast-break points	2	12
Points in the paint	32	30
Fouls	24	18
Largest lead	1	12

How the scoring went

2nd Half38-47Almar Atlason made Layup.
2nd Half39-47Bernie Blunt III made Free Throw.
2nd Half40-47Bernie Blunt III made Free Throw.
2nd Half42-47Deshaun Jackson Jr. made Jumper.
2nd Half44-47Deshaun Jackson Jr. made Jumper.
2nd Half46-47Qadir Martin made Jumper.
2nd Half46-48Evan Ipsaro made Free Throw.
2nd Half46-49Evan Ipsaro made Free Throw.
2nd Half48-49Mykolas Ivanauskas made Jumper.
2nd Half48-52Luke Skaljac made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Antwone Woolfolk.
2nd Half49-52Deshaun Jackson Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half49-53Almar Atlason made Free Throw.
2nd Half49-54Almar Atlason made Free Throw.
2nd Half49-55Almar Atlason made Free Throw.
2nd Half51-55Jake Lemelman made Jumper. Assisted by Sean Lang.
2nd Half53-55Bernie Blunt III made Layup.
2nd Half53-58Brant Byers made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Antwone Woolfolk.
2nd Half56-58Mykolas Ivanauskas made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Christian Gamble.
2nd Half56-60Eian Elmer made Layup. Assisted by Evan Ipsaro.
2nd Half58-60Mykolas Ivanauskas made Layup. Assisted by Jake Lemelman.
2nd Half59-60Mykolas Ivanauskas made Free Throw.
2nd Half60-60Mykolas Ivanauskas made Free Throw.
2nd Half60-61Antwone Woolfolk made Free Throw.
2nd Half60-62Antwone Woolfolk made Free Throw.
2nd Half63-62Mykolas Ivanauskas made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Deshaun Jackson Jr..
2nd Half63-64Antwone Woolfolk made Layup.
2nd Half65-64Deshaun Jackson Jr. made Layup.
2nd Half65-66Luke Skaljac made Layup.
2nd Half65-68Almar Atlason made Layup.
2nd Half67-68Bernie Blunt III made Layup.
2nd Half67-69Evan Ipsaro made Free Throw.
2nd Half67-70Evan Ipsaro made Free Throw.
2nd Half69-70Bernie Blunt III made Layup.
2nd Half71-70Deshaun Jackson Jr. made Jumper.
2nd Half71-71Luke Skaljac made Free Throw.
2nd Half71-72Luke Skaljac made Free Throw.
2nd Half71-73Evan Ipsaro made Free Throw.
2nd Half71-74Evan Ipsaro made Free Throw.
2nd Half71-75Brant Byers made Free Throw.
2nd Half71-76Brant Byers made Free Throw.