Siena Saints Dominate Niagara Purple Eagles 83-54
Friday, December 5, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · MVP Arena
Siena Saints 83, Niagara Purple Eagles 54, 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 Niagara Purple Eagles vs Siena Saints?
Siena Saints beat Niagara Purple Eagles 83-54 at MVP Arena on December 5, 2025.
Who was favored in Niagara Purple Eagles vs Siena Saints?
Siena Saints were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1200 (about 92% implied). The favorite won.
In a commanding performance, the Siena Saints triumphed over the Niagara Purple Eagles with a final score of 83-54. This game showcased Siena's impressive form, as they extended their winning streak to five games, while Niagara continued to struggle, marking their fourth consecutive loss. The Saints have been formidable at home with a record of 8-2, and their recent performance has been characterized by an average of 69.4 points scored and 64.7 points allowed over their last ten games.
Siena's recent form has been particularly strong, as they have won seven of their last ten games, including a perfect 5-0 in their last five outings. Their scoring average in this stretch has been 67.8 points, while they have allowed an average of 62.0 points. In contrast, Niagara has faced significant challenges, winning only three of their last ten games and currently sitting at a 2-6 record for the season. Their last five games have seen them score an average of 62.8 points, while allowing a concerning 76.2 points per game.
Playing at home has been advantageous for Siena, who holds a home record of 3-1, while Niagara has struggled away, with a 2-5 record. The two teams have met previously this season, with their head-to-head record now standing at 1-1. In their most recent encounter on February 22, 2025, Siena secured a decisive victory, winning 94-60. However, Niagara had previously edged out a narrow win against Siena on December 6, 2024, with a score of 69-68.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details on player availability, which could have impacted the teams' performances. However, the absence of key players can often influence game outcomes, particularly in a competitive environment like college basketball.
The betting market reflected Siena's dominance, with DraftKings setting the spread at -12.5 in favor of the Saints, indicating strong confidence in their ability to outperform Niagara. The total for the game was set at 129.5, suggesting expectations of a lower-scoring affair. Siena's money line was priced at -1200, while Niagara's was at 750, further emphasizing the disparity between the teams.
The game took place at the MVP Arena, where Siena has enjoyed a supportive home crowd. The conditions during the game were conducive to a strong performance from the Saints, who capitalized on their home advantage. Fans and viewers were treated to an exhibition of Siena's offensive prowess, with notable scoring plays including multiple layups and a dunk from Kabeya Tshibangu, who contributed significantly to the team's scoring efforts.
Overall, Siena's victory over Niagara not only highlights their current form but also raises questions about Niagara's ability to rebound from their recent struggles. As the season progresses, both teams will look to build on their performances, with Siena aiming to maintain their momentum and Niagara seeking to find their footing.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SIE -12.5 | 129.5 o -112 / u -108 | Niagara Purple Eagles +750 · Siena Saints -1200 |
Leaders
- PointsGavin Doty16Siena Saints
- AssistsJustice Shoats8Siena Saints
- ReboundsFrancis Folefac9Siena Saints
- PointsReggie Prudhomme10Niagara Purple Eagles
- AssistsReggie Prudhomme2Niagara Purple Eagles
- ReboundsJustin Hawkins5Niagara Purple Eagles
Recent form
Siena Saints
Last 10: 7-3Streak W569.4 scored · 64.7 allowed per game3-1 at home
- W64-60at Maine Black BearsNov 30
- W59-55at American University EaglesNov 29
- W70-63vs Longwood LancersNov 28
- W73-69at Holy Cross CrusadersNov 24
- W73-63vs UAlbany Great DanesNov 22
- L69-72vs Colgate RaidersNov 18
- L66-75at St. Bonaventure BonniesNov 13
- W62-46at Brown BearsNov 8
- W82-66vs Bryant BulldogsNov 4
- L76-78at Rider BroncsMar 11
Niagara Purple Eagles
Last 10: 3-7Streak L466.8 scored · 75.3 allowed per game2-5 away
- L66-70vs Detroit Mercy TitansNov 29
- L70-80at Howard BisonNov 22
- L42-100at Duke Blue DevilsNov 22
- L68-74at Le Moyne DolphinsNov 18
- W68-57vs Delaware State HornetsNov 10
- W67-59at Binghamton BearcatsNov 8
- L63-83at Duquesne DukesNov 4
- L76-77at Rider BroncsMar 8
- W78-68at Saint Peter's PeacocksMar 7
- L70-85vs Manhattan JaspersMar 2
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 | Niagara Purple Eagles | Siena Saints |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-60 | 31-59 |
| Field goal % | 37 | 53 |
| Three-pointers | 4-22 | 11-24 |
| Three-point % | 18 | 46 |
| Free throws | 6-11 | 10-14 |
| Free throw % | 55 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 26 | 43 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 19 | 34 |
| Assists | 9 | 17 |
| Steals | 7 | 3 |
| Blocks | 5 | 8 |
| Turnovers | 7 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 7 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 18 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 30 |
| Fouls | 9 | 10 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 38 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 96 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half21-36Justin Hawkins made Layup.
- 1st Half21-39Brendan Coyle made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Christian Jones.
- 1st Half21-41Francis Folefac made Layup. Assisted by Justice Shoats.
- 1st Half21-42Francis Folefac made Free Throw.
- 1st Half21-44Brendan Coyle made Jumper. Assisted by Justice Shoats.
- 1st Half21-46Justice Shoats made Layup.
- 2nd Half21-49Gavin Doty made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tasman Goodrick.
- 2nd Half23-49Landon Williams made Jumper. Assisted by Justin Hawkins.
- 2nd Half23-51Gavin Doty made Jumper.
- 2nd Half25-51Reggie Prudhomme made Jumper.
- 2nd Half25-53Brendan Coyle made Jumper. Assisted by Justice Shoats.
- 2nd Half25-56Gavin Doty made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Justice Shoats.
- 2nd Half27-56Brian Griffith made Layup.
- 2nd Half27-59Gavin Doty made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Justice Shoats.
- 2nd Half27-61Tasman Goodrick made Dunk. Assisted by Justice Shoats.
- 2nd Half29-61Justin Hawkins made Layup.
- 2nd Half30-61Justin Page made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half32-61Josiah Sabino made Layup. Assisted by Drew Larson.
- 2nd Half32-64Isaiah Henderson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Christian Jones.
- 2nd Half32-66Gavin Doty made Dunk.
- 2nd Half33-66Will Shortt made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half33-67Antonio Chandler made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half35-67Brian Griffith made Layup.
- 2nd Half35-70Isaiah Henderson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Christian Jones.
- 2nd Half37-70Landon Williams made Layup.
- 2nd Half37-73Christian Jones made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Antonio Chandler.
- 2nd Half39-73Kabeya Tshibangu made Layup. Assisted by Brian Griffith.
- 2nd Half39-75Antonio Chandler made Layup. Assisted by Francis Folefac.
- 2nd Half39-77Justice Shoats made Layup.
- 2nd Half41-77Will Shortt made Dunk. Assisted by Reggie Prudhomme.
- 2nd Half44-77Gael Dalmau made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half44-79Justice Shoats made Jumper.
- 2nd Half44-81Justice Shoats made Layup.
- 2nd Half46-81Gael Dalmau made Layup. Assisted by Reggie Prudhomme.
- 2nd Half48-81Kabeya Tshibangu made Dunk. Assisted by Brian Griffith.
- 2nd Half49-81Josiah Sabino made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-81AJ McBride made Layup.
- 2nd Half51-83Chris Torres made Layup.
- 2nd Half53-83Kabeya Tshibangu made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half54-83AJ McBride made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Siena Saints, below favours Niagara Purple Eagles.
Venue
- MVP ArenaAlbany, NY
- Attendance4259
- OfficialsJason Bradwell, Ryan Corbett, Steven Perry Jr.
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