Siena Saints Edge Mount St. Mary's in Close Contest
Saturday, March 7, 2026, 8:48 PM ET · Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall
Siena Saints 63, 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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Quick answers
Who won Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers vs Siena Saints?
Siena Saints beat Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers 63-58 at Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall on March 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers vs Siena Saints?
Siena Saints were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -155 (about 61% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Siena Saints triumphed over the Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers with a final score of 63-58 at Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall. This victory marked an important win for Siena, who has now improved their record to 21-11, while Mount St. Mary's falls to 15-17. The game showcased the competitive spirit of both teams as they battled for supremacy in this NCAAB fixture.
Siena entered the game with a mixed recent form, holding a record of 6-4 in their last ten games. They had a slight winning streak, having won their last game against the Rider Broncs 76-61 on March 1. Over their last five games, Siena averaged 69.0 points scored while allowing 67.6 points per game. Their home record in this stretch was 3-1, indicating a solid performance at home, where they averaged 71.1 points scored and allowed 69.6 points.
On the other hand, Mount St. Mary's came into the game with a better recent record of 7-3 in their last ten games, also on a one-game winning streak after defeating the Fairfield Stags 69-47. The Mountaineers averaged 70.1 points scored and 64.4 points allowed in their last ten games, showing a strong defensive performance. They had a 4-1 record at home in their last five games, but their away performance was less impressive with a 3-2 record.
The teams had met three times in recent seasons, with Siena holding a 2-1 advantage in the head-to-head record. Their previous meetings included a decisive 82-68 win for Siena at home on January 24, 2025, and a 67-50 victory for Mount St. Mary's on January 11, 2026. This history added an intriguing layer to their latest encounter.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either side, which meant both teams were at full strength for this crucial game. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Siena favored by 2.5 points with a total set at 135.5. The moneyline odds reflected Siena at -155.0 and Mount St. Mary's at +130.0, indicating a slight preference for the home team.
Conditions in the arena were typical for a late-season college basketball game, with fans in attendance creating an electric atmosphere. The game was characterized by intense defensive play, with both teams struggling to maintain consistent scoring. Siena's ability to execute down the stretch proved decisive, as they managed to hold off a late charge from Mount St. Mary's.
Key moments in the second half included a series of scoring plays that kept the game close. With the score at 57-55, Justice Shoats of Siena made a driving layup to extend the lead to four points. Mount St. Mary's responded with a three-pointer from Arlandus Keyes, narrowing the gap to just one point at 59-58. However, Gavin Doty of Siena sealed the game with a series of free throws, bringing the score to its final tally of 63-58.
Viewers were treated to a display of competitive basketball, with both teams showcasing their strengths and strategies. Siena's strong finish and ability to convert critical free throws ultimately secured their victory in this hard-fought contest.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SIE -2.5 | 135.5 o -112 / u -108 | Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers +130 · Siena Saints -155 |
Leaders
- PointsBrendan Coyle17Siena Saints
- AssistsJustice Shoats6Siena Saints
- ReboundsBrendan Coyle9Siena Saints
- PointsLuke McEldon18Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers
- AssistsXavier Lipscomb3Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers
- ReboundsTrey Deveaux10Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers
Recent form
Siena Saints
Last 10: 6-4Streak W171.1 scored · 69.6 allowed per game3-1 at home
- W76-61vs Rider BroncsMar 1
- L58-72at Fairfield StagsFeb 28
- W72-63vs Saint Peter's PeacocksFeb 22
- L72-79at Merrimack WarriorsFeb 21
- W67-63at Marist Red FoxesFeb 15
- L62-74vs Quinnipiac BobcatsFeb 14
- L65-70at Saint Peter's PeacocksFeb 7
- W79-72vs Iona GaelsFeb 6
- W78-63at Canisius Golden GriffinsFeb 1
- W82-79at Niagara Purple EaglesJan 30
Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers
Last 10: 7-3Streak W170.1 scored · 64.4 allowed per game3-2 away
- W69-47at Fairfield StagsMar 1
- L69-77at Sacred Heart PioneersFeb 28
- W68-47vs Canisius Golden GriffinsFeb 22
- W76-63vs Niagara Purple EaglesFeb 21
- W65-55at Rider BroncsFeb 14
- W83-76at Iona GaelsFeb 8
- L70-87vs Merrimack WarriorsFeb 6
- W72-65vs Manhattan JaspersFeb 1
- L58-66at Saint Peter's PeacocksJan 31
- W71-61vs Rider BroncsJan 24
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 | Siena Saints |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 20-61 | 20-56 |
| Field goal % | 33 | 36 |
| Three-pointers | 6-20 | 7-25 |
| Three-point % | 30 | 28 |
| Free throws | 12-16 | 16-17 |
| Free throw % | 75 | 94 |
| Rebounds | 42 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 18 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 24 |
| Assists | 9 | 15 |
| Steals | 5 | 5 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 22 |
| Fouls | 15 | 10 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 19 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 1 | 89 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half21-35Justice Shoats makes 14-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half21-37Gavin Doty makes driving layup (Riley Mulvey assists)
- 2nd Half21-40Justice Shoats makes 25-foot three point jumper (Francis Folefac assists)
- 2nd Half24-40Arlandus Keyes makes 23-foot three point jumper (Anthony Arrington assists)
- 2nd Half24-42Justice Shoats makes 20-foot step back jumpshot (Francis Folefac assists)
- 2nd Half26-42Trey Deveaux makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half26-44Francis Folefac makes layup (Justice Shoats assists)
- 2nd Half28-44Luke McEldon makes 6-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half28-46Francis Folefac makes layup
- 2nd Half29-46Arlandus Keyes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half30-46Arlandus Keyes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half32-46Luke McEldon makes 7-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half33-46Luke McEldon makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-46Abdou Khadre Kébé makes 1-foot dunk (Luke McEldon assists)
- 2nd Half35-47Gavin Doty makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half35-48Gavin Doty makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-49Gavin Doty makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half35-50Gavin Doty makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half36-50Xavier Lipscomb makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-50Xavier Lipscomb makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-50Xavier Lipscomb makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-50Xavier Lipscomb makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-50Trey Deveaux makes 1-foot dunk (Xavier Lipscomb assists)
- 2nd Half41-51Gavin Doty makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-52Gavin Doty makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-52Xavier Lipscomb makes 24-foot three point jumper (Luke McEldon assists)
- 2nd Half44-54Riley Mulvey makes 1-foot dunk (Justice Shoats assists)
- 2nd Half46-54Luke McEldon makes layup
- 2nd Half48-54Luke McEldon makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half49-54Justin Amadi makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-54Justin Amadi makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-57Brendan Coyle makes 23-foot three point jumper (Francis Folefac assists)
- 2nd Half52-57Luke McEldon makes layup
- 2nd Half55-57Abdou Khadre Kébé makes 24-foot three point jumper (Arlandus Keyes assists)
- 2nd Half55-59Justice Shoats makes driving layup (Brendan Coyle assists)
- 2nd Half58-59Arlandus Keyes makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half58-60Gavin Doty makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-61Gavin Doty makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-62Gavin Doty makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-63Gavin Doty makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Siena Saints, below favours Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers.
Venue
- Jim Whelan Boardwalk HallAtlantic City, NJ
- Attendance2047
- OfficialsBrandon Cruz, Brian Zink, Steven Perry Jr.
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