Saint Peter's Defeats Mount St. Mary's 66-58 at Home
Friday, January 30, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Yanitelli Center
Saint Peter's Peacocks 66, Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers 58, 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 Saint Peter's Peacocks?
Saint Peter's Peacocks beat Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers 66-58 at Yanitelli Center on January 30, 2026.
Who was favored in Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers vs Saint Peter's Peacocks?
Saint Peter's Peacocks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -278 (about 74% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Saint Peter's Peacocks secured a 66-58 victory over the Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers at the Yanitelli Center. This win was significant for Saint Peter's, as it marked a crucial moment in their season, allowing them to improve their home record to 6-1 in the last seven games. The Peacocks entered the game with a home record of 12-7 and a recent form of 7-3 over their last ten games, although they were coming off a loss to the Merrimack Warriors just a week prior. Meanwhile, Mount St. Mary's, with a record of 9-14, had been showing some improvement, winning six of their last ten games and entering the contest on a one-game winning streak after defeating Rider Broncs.
The Peacocks had been averaging 74.3 points per game while allowing 64.2 in their recent stretch, indicating a solid offensive performance paired with a competent defense. In contrast, the Mountaineers averaged 67.2 points scored and allowed 65.2, showcasing a more balanced but less explosive scoring output. The game was critical for both teams, especially for Saint Peter's, who had struggled against Mount St. Mary's in their previous meetings, losing all three encounters in the last two seasons, including a 65-70 defeat earlier in January.
The matchup was set against a backdrop of competitive odds from DraftKings, which favored Saint Peter's with a spread of -5.5 and a total set at 138.5. The home team was given a moneyline of -278, while the Mountaineers were listed at +225. This reflected the market's view of the Peacocks as the stronger side, especially given their home advantage.
In terms of injuries, there were no specific mentions affecting either team, allowing both sides to field their full rosters. The game conditions were typical for a winter evening in January, likely impacting player performance but not specified in the block.
As the game unfolded, the Peacocks managed to maintain a lead throughout the second half, with key scoring plays from players like Zaakir Williamson and Lucas Scroggins. Williamson's contributions included a crucial jumper that pushed the score to 66-56 late in the game, while Scroggins added a dunk that helped solidify the Peacocks' position. Mount St. Mary's attempted to close the gap, with Justin Amadi and Abdou Khadre Kébé making significant plays, but ultimately fell short.
The final score of 66-58 not only highlighted Saint Peter's resilience but also showcased their ability to perform under pressure, especially after their recent loss. The Peacocks' strong home performance and their ability to adapt after previous defeats against Mount St. Mary's may serve as a turning point in their season as they continue to push for a better standing in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SPU -5.5 | 138.5 o -115 / u -105 | Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers +225 · Saint Peter's Peacocks -278 |
Leaders
- PointsBrent Bland17Saint Peter's Peacocks
- AssistsBryce Eaton6Saint Peter's Peacocks
- ReboundsBryce Eaton6Saint Peter's Peacocks
- PointsJustin Amadi18Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers
- AssistsArlandus Keyes4Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers
- ReboundsAbdou Khadre Kébé8Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers
Recent form
Saint Peter's Peacocks
Last 10: 7-3Streak L174.3 scored · 64.2 allowed per game5-0 at home
- L59-67at Merrimack WarriorsJan 24
- W77-63vs Iona GaelsJan 19
- W69-58vs Rider BroncsJan 17
- W74-70at Quinnipiac BobcatsJan 15
- W76-63vs Merrimack WarriorsJan 11
- L65-70at Mount St. Mary's MountaineersJan 10
- W69-59vs Marist Red FoxesJan 3
- W70-66at Fairfield StagsDec 30
- W116-50vs Centenary (NJ) CyclonesDec 22
- L68-76at Georgetown HoyasDec 13
Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers
Last 10: 6-4Streak W167.2 scored · 65.2 allowed per game2-2 away
- W71-61vs Rider BroncsJan 24
- L62-77vs Quinnipiac BobcatsJan 23
- W68-58at Niagara Purple EaglesJan 19
- W78-68at Canisius Golden GriffinsJan 17
- L50-67vs Siena SaintsJan 11
- W70-65vs Saint Peter's PeacocksJan 10
- L69-80at Quinnipiac BobcatsJan 4
- L65-75at Merrimack WarriorsJan 2
- W66-59vs Iona GaelsDec 30
- W73-42vs Penn State Brandywine LionsDec 21
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 | Saint Peter's Peacocks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 20-49 | 21-59 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 36 |
| Three-pointers | 6-23 | 10-28 |
| Three-point % | 26 | 36 |
| Free throws | 12-19 | 14-19 |
| Free throw % | 63 | 74 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 33 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 18 |
| Assists | 9 | 17 |
| Steals | 3 | 8 |
| Blocks | 4 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 21 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 20 |
| Fouls | 17 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 5 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 10 | 10 |
| Time in front | 39 | 52 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half28-26Adetokunbo Bakare makes 23-foot three point jumper (Bryce Eaton assists)
- 1st Half30-26Trey Deveaux makes layup
- 1st Half30-29Bryce Eaton makes 25-foot three point jumper (Zaakir Williamson assists)
- 1st Half30-32Adetokunbo Bakare makes 24-foot three point jumper (Brent Bland assists)
- 1st Half33-32Arlandus Keyes makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half34-32Luke McEldon makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half34-35Brent Bland makes 25-foot three point jumper (Bryce Eaton assists)
- 2nd Half36-35Xavier Lipscomb makes driving layup
- 2nd Half36-36Bryce Eaton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half36-37Bryce Eaton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-37Xavier Lipscomb makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-38Jahki Gupton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half40-38Anthony Arrington makes 25-foot three point jumper (Xavier Lipscomb assists)
- 2nd Half42-38Justin Amadi makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half42-40Jahki Gupton makes 3-foot dunk (Bryce Eaton assists)
- 2nd Half45-40Xavier Lipscomb makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mason So assists)
- 2nd Half45-41TJ Robinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-44Brent Bland makes 24-foot three point jumper (Shaedon Simpson assists)
- 2nd Half45-46Lucas Scroggins makes 3-foot dunk
- 2nd Half48-46Xavier Lipscomb makes 22-foot three point jumper (Anthony Arrington assists)
- 2nd Half50-46Luke McEldon makes layup
- 2nd Half50-47Shaedon Simpson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-48Shaedon Simpson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-49Bryce Eaton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-50Bryce Eaton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-50Justin Amadi makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-50Justin Amadi makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-53Brent Bland makes 24-foot three point jumper (Zaakir Williamson assists)
- 2nd Half52-55Bryce Eaton makes driving layup
- 2nd Half52-56Shaedon Simpson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-57Shaedon Simpson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-59Zaakir Williamson makes layup (Brent Bland assists)
- 2nd Half52-61Zaakir Williamson makes 13-foot jumper (Lucas Scroggins assists)
- 2nd Half54-61Justin Amadi makes layup
- 2nd Half54-62Bryce Eaton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-62Justin Amadi makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-62Justin Amadi makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-64Lucas Scroggins makes 3-foot dunk
- 2nd Half56-66Zaakir Williamson makes 13-foot jumper (Bryce Eaton assists)
- 2nd Half58-66Abdou Khadre Kébé makes 2-foot dunk
Win probability
Above the line favours Saint Peter's Peacocks, below favours Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers.
Venue
- Yanitelli CenterJersey City, NJ
- Attendance1012
- OfficialsRobert Riley, John Cahill Jr., Tim Smith
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