Merrimack Defeats Mount St. Mary's 75-65 at Home
Friday, January 2, 2026, 3:00 PM ET · Lawler Arena
Merrimack Warriors 75, Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers 65, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers vs Merrimack Warriors?
Merrimack Warriors beat Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers 75-65 at Lawler Arena on January 2, 2026.
Who was favored in Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers vs Merrimack Warriors?
Merrimack Warriors were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -185 (about 65% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Merrimack Warriors secured a 75-65 victory over the Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers at Lawler Arena. This win marks Merrimack's first victory against Mount St. Mary's in their last three meetings, having lost both previous encounters earlier in the 2025 season. The Warriors improved their home record to 9-7, while the Mountaineers fell to 5-11 overall.
Merrimack's recent form has been solid, with a record of 6-4 in their last ten games, including a current winning streak of one game. They have averaged 64.6 points scored and allowed 68.3 points during this stretch. Their last game before this victory was a win against Sacred Heart Pioneers, where they triumphed 80-72. Notably, Merrimack's home record stands at 4-1 in their last five games, showcasing their strength on their home court.
On the other hand, Mount St. Mary's has had a challenging season, with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games and a two-game winning streak leading into this matchup. They have averaged 71.2 points scored but have struggled defensively, allowing an average of 76.6 points. Their last two games were victories against Iona Gaels and Penn State Brandywine Lions, with scores of 66-59 and 73-42, respectively. However, their away record has been less favorable, standing at 1-6 in their last seven away games.
The game was closely contested early on, but Merrimack pulled away in the second half, maintaining control and ultimately sealing the win. The Warriors' ability to capitalize on free throw opportunities was crucial, as they converted several key free throws in the closing minutes of the game, including successful attempts by Ernest Shelton and Kevair Kennedy.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Merrimack favored by 3.5 points with a total set at 141.5. The home team was given a moneyline of -185, while the Mountaineers were priced at +154. The odds reflected a competitive matchup, but Merrimack's performance solidified their position as the stronger side in this contest.
Conditions in Lawler Arena were favorable for basketball, contributing to an engaging atmosphere for players and fans alike. Viewers were treated to a display of athleticism and skill, with key performances from Merrimack's players, particularly in the second half, where they executed their game plan effectively.
Overall, the matchup highlighted Merrimack's resilience and ability to perform under pressure, while Mount St. Mary's will need to regroup and address their defensive inconsistencies as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MRMK -3.5 | 141.5 o -108 / u -112 | Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers +154 · Merrimack Warriors -185 |
Leaders
- PointsKevair Kennedy24Merrimack Warriors
- AssistsTye Dorset4Merrimack Warriors
- ReboundsErnest Shelton4Merrimack Warriors
- PointsTrey Deveaux23Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers
- AssistsArlandus Keyes2Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers
- ReboundsTrey Deveaux8Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers
Recent form
Merrimack Warriors
Last 10: 6-4Streak W164.6 scored · 68.3 allowed per game3-0 at home
- W80-72at Sacred Heart PioneersDec 29
- L59-66at Vermont CatamountsDec 14
- W59-56at Princeton TigersDec 10
- W74-63vs Fairfield StagsDec 7
- W68-66vs Rider BroncsDec 5
- W66-60at La Salle ExplorersNov 30
- L58-78at Hofstra PrideNov 29
- L65-77at Pennsylvania QuakersNov 28
- L45-80at Florida GatorsNov 22
- W72-65vs Maine Black BearsNov 20
Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers
Last 10: 4-6Streak W271.2 scored · 76.6 allowed per game1-5 away
- W66-59vs Iona GaelsDec 30
- W73-42vs Penn State Brandywine LionsDec 21
- L67-75at Drexel DragonsDec 20
- W81-73at Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsDec 13
- L56-64at Marist Red FoxesDec 6
- L80-87vs Sacred Heart PioneersDec 4
- W79-75vs Howard BisonNov 29
- L60-113at Ohio State BuckeyesNov 25
- L60-83at Western Michigan BroncosNov 23
- L90-95at Maryland TerrapinsNov 20
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 |
Box score
| Stat | Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers | Merrimack Warriors |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-57 | 19-46 |
| Field goal % | 39 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 2-18 | 6-22 |
| Three-point % | 11 | 27 |
| Free throws | 19-28 | 31-40 |
| Free throw % | 68 | 77 |
| Rebounds | 41 | 27 |
| Offensive rebounds | 16 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 21 |
| Assists | 9 | 10 |
| Steals | 3 | 8 |
| Blocks | 2 | 9 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 3 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 24 |
| Fouls | 26 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 12 |
| Lead changes | 8 | 8 |
| Time in front | 8 | 74 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half36-46Kevair Kennedy makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-46Luke McEldon makes 2-foot dunk (Abdou Khadre Kébé assists)
- 2nd Half40-46Xavier Lipscomb makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half41-46Abdou Khadre Kébé makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half41-47Ernest Shelton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-48Ernest Shelton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-48Luke McEldon makes layup (Arlandus Keyes assists)
- 2nd Half43-50Kevair Kennedy makes layup
- 2nd Half45-50Trey Deveaux makes layup
- 2nd Half45-53Ernest Shelton makes 22-foot three point jumper (Kevair Kennedy assists)
- 2nd Half47-53Xavier Lipscomb makes layup
- 2nd Half48-53Xavier Lipscomb makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half48-54Ernest Shelton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-55Ernest Shelton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-57Kevair Kennedy makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half48-59KC Ugwuakazi makes layup (Tye Dorset assists)
- 2nd Half49-59Trey Deveaux makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-59Trey Deveaux makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-61Ernest Shelton makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half52-61Trey Deveaux makes layup
- 2nd Half52-62Tye Dorset makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-63Tye Dorset makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-63Luke McEldon makes layup (Trey Deveaux assists)
- 2nd Half54-64Kevair Kennedy makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-64Trey Deveaux makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-65Kevair Kennedy makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-66Kevair Kennedy makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-66Trey Deveaux makes 8-foot jumper (Arlandus Keyes assists)
- 2nd Half57-69Kevair Kennedy makes 27-foot three point jumper (Tye Dorset assists)
- 2nd Half59-69Trey Deveaux makes layup
- 2nd Half59-71Kevair Kennedy makes layup (Andrés Marrero assists)
- 2nd Half60-71Abdou Khadre Kébé makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-71Abdou Khadre Kébé makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-72Ernest Shelton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-73Ernest Shelton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-73Justin Amadi makes layup
- 2nd Half63-74Kevair Kennedy makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-75Kevair Kennedy makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-75Arlandus Keyes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-75Arlandus Keyes makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Merrimack Warriors, below favours Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers.
Venue
- Lawler ArenaNorth Andover, MA
- Attendance1542
- OfficialsEvon Burroughs, Michael Nardone, Mike Evans
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