NCAAB · Final

Santa Clara Dominates Milwaukee in Season Opener

Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Leavey Center

Santa Clara Broncos 95, Milwaukee Panthers 72, 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 Milwaukee Panthers vs Santa Clara Broncos?

Santa Clara Broncos beat Milwaukee Panthers 95-72 at Leavey Center on November 4, 2026.

Who was favored in Milwaukee Panthers vs Santa Clara Broncos?

Santa Clara Broncos were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1800 (about 95% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive victory, the Santa Clara Broncos defeated the Milwaukee Panthers 95-72 in their season opener at the Leavey Center. The Broncos have now won their last two games, with a scoring average of 82.9 points per game and an average of 77.7 points allowed over their last ten games. Their recent form has been solid, as they hold a 7-3 record over the last ten outings, including a significant win against the Towson Tigers just days before this matchup, where they scored 89 points.

Conversely, Milwaukee has struggled, losing their last two games and recording a 3-7 record in their last ten. They have averaged 74.0 points scored while allowing 80.9 points per game during that stretch. In their most recent game, they faced a heavy defeat against the USC Trojans, losing 63-95. Milwaukee's away record has been particularly poor, now standing at 1-5, which highlights their difficulties on the road.

Historically, these teams have faced each other only once prior to this game, with Santa Clara winning that previous encounter. The Broncos' home court advantage at the Leavey Center has proven beneficial, as they have a home record of 4-1 in their last five games, while Milwaukee has struggled to find their footing away from home.

In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any current players missing for either team, which means both squads were able to field their full rosters for this contest. This absence of injury concerns likely contributed to the high-scoring nature of the game, as both teams were able to play at full strength.

The betting market reflected Santa Clara's dominance, with DraftKings setting the odds at SCU -16.5, indicating a strong expectation for the Broncos to win by a significant margin. The total was set at 162.5, suggesting that a high-scoring game was anticipated. The money line odds were heavily in favor of Santa Clara at -1800, while Milwaukee was listed at +1000, underscoring the perceived disparity between the two teams.

Conditions during the game were typical for early November, with no adverse weather factors affecting play, as it was held indoors at the Leavey Center. Fans were treated to an exciting display of basketball, with Santa Clara showcasing their offensive prowess. The Broncos' scoring plays included a mix of dunks and jump shots, with notable contributions from players like Alex Ensor, who made a one-foot dunk, and Noah Badibanga, who capped the scoring with a driving layup.

Viewers should have noted the effectiveness of Santa Clara's offensive strategy, which allowed them to maintain a significant lead throughout the game. The Broncos' ability to capitalize on their home court advantage and their strong recent form made them a formidable opponent for the struggling Panthers. As the season progresses, Santa Clara will look to build on this momentum, while Milwaukee will need to regroup and address their defensive shortcomings to turn their season around.

What we said beforehand

The Santa Clara Broncos will face the Milwaukee Panthers at the Leavey Center on November 5, 2026, in a matchup that promises to be intriguing given the contrasting fortunes of the two teams. In contrast, the Panthers are looking to bounce back from a tough start to their season, having lost their opening game against the USC Trojans, 63-95.

Santa Clara has shown solid form recently, with a record of 4-1 in their last five games. Their scoring average during this stretch is 80.4 points per game, while they have allowed an average of 72.0 points. The Broncos are led by Brad Longcor III, who is averaging 18.0 points, while Jake Ensminger contributes 4.0 assists per game, and Chris Tadjo leads in rebounds with 7.0. Their recent victory over Towson indicates that they are capable of putting up significant numbers, which could be a challenge for Milwaukee.

On the other hand, the Milwaukee Panthers have struggled, recording a 1-4 mark in their last five games, with an average of 72.0 points scored and 83.2 points allowed. Amare Hereford is the standout player for Milwaukee, averaging 14.0 points per game, while Chandler Jackson adds 3.0 assists, and Danilo Jovanovich leads in rebounds with 5.0. The Panthers will need to tighten their defense significantly if they hope to compete effectively against a high-scoring team like Santa Clara.

When it comes to home and away performance, Santa Clara has been strong at home, boasting a record of 4-1 in their last five home games. They have averaged 82.9 points scored and allowed 77.7 points in their last ten home games. Conversely, Milwaukee's away record is concerning, standing at 1-5 in their last six away contests, with an average of 74.0 points scored and a high 80.9 points allowed.

In terms of the betting market, DraftKings has priced Santa Clara as a 15.5-point favorite, with a total set at 162.5. The spread indicates a strong expectation for Santa Clara to dominate the game, reflecting their recent form and home advantage. The moneyline odds are heavily in favor of Santa Clara at -1800, while Milwaukee is listed at +1000.

As for the conditions, both teams will be looking to establish their rhythm early in the game. Santa Clara's recent scoring prowess will be a focal point, particularly how they leverage their home court advantage. Milwaukee, on the other hand, will need to find ways to counteract Santa Clara's offensive threats while also improving their defensive metrics.

Viewers should watch for how Santa Clara's offensive strategy unfolds, particularly the performance of Longcor III and the effectiveness of their ball movement led by Ensminger. For Milwaukee, the key will be whether they can find a way to score effectively and limit the damage on defense, especially against a team that has shown they can score in bunches.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	SCU -16.5	162.5 o -115 / u -105	Milwaukee Panthers +1000 · Santa Clara Broncos -1800

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Leaders

PointsJake Ensminger15Santa Clara Broncos
AssistsSash Gavalyugov8Santa Clara Broncos
ReboundsChris Tadjo10Santa Clara Broncos
PointsAaron Womack III14Milwaukee Panthers
AssistsTre Norman5Milwaukee Panthers
ReboundsBen Akoro12Milwaukee Panthers

Recent form

Santa Clara Broncos

Last 10: 7-3Streak W182.9 scored · 77.7 allowed per game4-1 at home

W89-70vs Towson TigersNov 3
L68-79at Gonzaga BulldogsMar 11
W76-71at Saint Mary's GaelsMar 10
W76-68vs Pacific TigersMar 9
W93-72vs Oregon State BeaversMar 1
L67-86at Saint Mary's GaelsFeb 26
W94-73at San Francisco DonsFeb 22
L86-94vs Gonzaga BulldogsFeb 15
W84-72vs Seattle U RedhawksFeb 12
W96-92at Washington State CougarsFeb 7

Milwaukee Panthers

Last 10: 3-7Streak L274 scored · 80.9 allowed per game1-5 away

L63-95at USC TrojansNov 3
L63-84at Detroit Mercy TitansMar 5
W78-65vs Youngstown State PenguinsFeb 26
L70-81at Oakland Golden GrizzliesFeb 22
L86-91at Detroit Mercy TitansFeb 21
W75-72vs Green Bay PhoenixFeb 15
W92-88at IU Indianapolis JaguarsFeb 10
L62-67at Northern Kentucky NorseFeb 7
L63-76vs Detroit Mercy TitansFeb 5
L88-90vs Cleveland State VikingsFeb 1

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Northern Kentucky	2-0	-	0-0
Green Bay	1-0	-	0-0
IU Indianapolis	1-0	-	0-0
Wright State	1-0	-	0-0
Youngstown State	1-0	-	0-0
Detroit Mercy	0-0	-	0-0
Cleveland State	0-1	-	0-0
Northern Illinois	0-1	-	0-0
Oakland	0-1	-	0-0
Purdue Fort Wayne	0-1	-	0-0
Robert Morris	0-1	-	0-0
Milwaukee	0-2	-	0-0
Saint Mary's	2-0	-	0-0
Santa Clara	2-0	-	0-0
Pacific	1-0	-	0-0
Portland	1-0	-	0-0
San Diego	1-0	-	0-0
San Francisco	1-0	-	0-0
Denver	0-1	-	0-0
Loyola Marymount	0-1	-	0-0
Pepperdine	0-1	-	0-0
Seattle U	0-1	-	0-0

Box score

Stat	Milwaukee Panthers	Santa Clara Broncos
Field goals	24-64	34-70
Field goal %	38	49
Three-pointers	7-26	11-29
Three-point %	27	38
Free throws	17-23	16-20
Free throw %	74	80
Rebounds	39	40
Offensive rebounds	14	12
Defensive rebounds	25	28
Assists	11	29
Steals	1	12
Blocks	5	5
Turnovers	18	11
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	2	0
Technical fouls, total	2	0
Flagrant fouls	0	1
Points off turnovers	6	25
Fast-break points	13	26
Points in the paint	32	46
Fouls	11	24
Largest lead	0	31
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	0	99

How the scoring went

2nd Half37-57Jake Ensminger makes 23-foot three point jumper (Sash Gavalyugov assists)
2nd Half38-57Ben Akoro makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half38-59Chris Tadjo makes 1-foot dunk (Sash Gavalyugov assists)
2nd Half38-62Jake Ensminger makes 22-foot three point jumper (Sash Gavalyugov assists)
2nd Half40-62Al Amadou makes layup
2nd Half40-65David Castillo makes 23-foot three point jumper (Sash Gavalyugov assists)
2nd Half40-68David Castillo makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jake Ensminger assists)
2nd Half42-68Dylan Omweno makes layup
2nd Half42-69Francis Chukwudebelu makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half42-70Francis Chukwudebelu makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half44-70Dylan Omweno makes layup
2nd Half44-73David Castillo makes 24-foot three point jumper (Thierry Darlan assists)
2nd Half44-75Elijah Mahi makes 5-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half46-75Tre Norman makes 7-foot jumper
2nd Half46-77Brad Longcor III makes 5-foot jumper
2nd Half48-77Al Amadou makes layup (Tre Norman assists)
2nd Half48-79Sidi Gueye makes 1-foot dunk (Brad Longcor III assists)
2nd Half50-79Isaiah Dorceus makes layup
2nd Half52-79Nate Malosa makes layup
2nd Half55-79Aaron Womack III makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tre Norman assists)
2nd Half57-79Aaron Womack III makes layup (Amare Hereford assists)
2nd Half57-81Sidi Gueye makes layup (Brad Longcor III assists)
2nd Half59-81Ben Akoro makes 2-foot dunk (Tre Norman assists)
2nd Half59-82Chris Tadjo makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half60-82Tre Norman makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half60-84Elijah Mahi makes driving layup
2nd Half63-84Al Amadou makes 23-foot three point jumper (Amare Hereford assists)
2nd Half63-85Brad Longcor III makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half64-85Tre Norman makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half64-87Francis Chukwudebelu makes layup (Brad Longcor III assists)
2nd Half64-89Elijah Mahi makes driving layup
2nd Half65-89Al Amadou makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half66-89Al Amadou makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half66-91Alex Ensor makes 1-foot dunk (Brayde Kuykendall assists)
2nd Half68-91Amare Hereford makes 4-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half68-93Eli Jolin makes 0-foot dunk (Thierry Darlan assists)
2nd Half70-93Ben Akoro makes 11-foot jumper
2nd Half70-95Noah Badibanga makes driving layup
2nd Half71-95Amare Hereford makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half72-95Amare Hereford makes free throw 2 of 2