NCAAB · Final

VCU Rams Dominate Niagara Purple Eagles 84-58

Monday, December 15, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Siegel Center

VCU Rams 84, Niagara Purple Eagles 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 Niagara Purple Eagles vs VCU Rams?

VCU Rams beat Niagara Purple Eagles 84-58 at Siegel Center on December 15, 2025.

Who was favored in Niagara Purple Eagles vs VCU Rams?

VCU Rams were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -8000 (about 99% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive victory, the VCU Rams defeated the Niagara Purple Eagles 84-58 at the Siegel Center. This game showcased the stark contrast between the two teams' current forms, with VCU entering the matchup with a home record of 7-4 and Niagara struggling at 2-9 overall. The Rams have been strong at home, boasting a record of 6-1, while the Purple Eagles have struggled on the road, holding a dismal away record of 1-7.

VCU's recent form has been characterized by a scoring average of 83.7 points per game over their last ten outings, despite a recent loss to the New Mexico Lobos on December 11. Prior to that defeat, the Rams had won six of their previous ten games, including a notable victory against Virginia Tech. In contrast, Niagara has faced significant challenges, losing their last seven games and averaging just 61.4 points per game during that stretch. Their most recent defeat came against the Morgan State Bears, where they lost 73-81.

The odds for this game, provided by DraftKings, heavily favored VCU, with a spread of -30.5 and a moneyline of -8000 for the Rams, while the Purple Eagles were listed at +2200. The total for the game was set at 143.5, reflecting expectations for a high-scoring affair, which ultimately played out as VCU exceeded that total on their own.

Throughout the game, VCU demonstrated their offensive prowess, particularly in the second half, where they continued to build on their lead. Key moments included a three-point jumper from Nyk Lewis, assisted by Brandon Jennings, putting the Rams up 79-54. The Rams maintained control, with Justin Page contributing with free throws that pushed the score to 84-58 in the closing moments.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant absences that impacted either team for this game. The conditions at the Siegel Center were conducive to a strong home performance, as VCU capitalized on their home-court advantage.

Viewers were treated to a display of VCU's offensive depth and defensive resilience, as they effectively contained Niagara's scoring attempts. The Rams' ability to score consistently while limiting their opponent's opportunities was evident throughout the game, culminating in a commanding victory that showcased their potential as a formidable force in the NCAAB landscape.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	VCU -30.5	143.5 o -108 / u -112	Niagara Purple Eagles +2200 · VCU Rams -8000

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Leaders

PointsLazar Djokovic18VCU Rams
AssistsNyk Lewis4VCU Rams
ReboundsNyk Lewis12VCU Rams
PointsLandon Williams17Niagara Purple Eagles
AssistsReggie Prudhomme7Niagara Purple Eagles
ReboundsWill Shortt9Niagara Purple Eagles

Recent form

VCU Rams

Last 10: 6-4Streak L183.7 scored · 71.9 allowed per game6-1 at home

L78-81vs New Mexico LobosDec 11
W83-57vs Samford BulldogsDec 6
W86-68vs Virginia Tech HokiesNov 28
L74-89at Vanderbilt CommodoresNov 27
W78-66vs South Florida BullsNov 26
W101-58vs Coppin State EaglesNov 23
L79-85at NC State WolfpackNov 18
W78-61vs Saint Peter's PeacocksNov 13
L77-80at Utah State AggiesNov 8
W103-74vs Wagner SeahawksNov 4

Niagara Purple Eagles

Last 10: 2-8Streak L761.4 scored · 75.8 allowed per game1-7 away

L73-81at Morgan State BearsDec 13
L43-71at Saint Peter's PeacocksDec 7
L54-83at Siena SaintsDec 6
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

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
Saint Louis	29-6	-	15-3
VCU	28-8	-	15-3
Saint Joseph's	24-12	2	13-5
Dayton	25-12	3	12-6
George Mason	23-10	4	11-7
Davidson	20-14	5	10-8
Duquesne	18-15	6	9-9
George Washington	19-16	7	8-10
Fordham	17-15	7	8-10
Rhode Island	16-16	8	7-11
Richmond	15-17	10	5-13
La Salle	9-23	10	5-13
St. Bonaventure	17-17	11	4-14
Loyola Chicago	9-24	11	4-14

Box score

Stat	Niagara Purple Eagles	VCU Rams
Field goals	23-65	27-54
Field goal %	35	50
Three-pointers	5-20	16-33
Three-point %	25	48
Free throws	7-8	14-21
Free throw %	88	67
Rebounds	35	37
Offensive rebounds	16	11
Defensive rebounds	19	26
Assists	16	17
Steals	7	6
Blocks	1	9
Turnovers	10	10
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	4	16
Fast-break points	4	18
Points in the paint	32	20
Fouls	19	13
Largest lead	4	26
Lead changes	2	2
Time in front	6	91

How the scoring went

2nd Half38-40Landon Williams made Jumper. Assisted by Reggie Prudhomme.
2nd Half40-40Justin Hawkins made Layup. Assisted by Reggie Prudhomme.
2nd Half40-42Lazar Djokovic made Jumper.
2nd Half40-43Lazar Djokovic made Free Throw.
2nd Half40-45Michael Belle made Layup.
2nd Half40-46Michael Belle made Free Throw.
2nd Half42-46Justin Page made Layup.
2nd Half42-49Nyk Lewis made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Terrence Hill Jr..
2nd Half44-49Landon Williams made Layup. Assisted by Justin Page.
2nd Half44-51Terrence Hill Jr. made Layup.
2nd Half44-53Barry Evans made Layup.
2nd Half46-53Justin Page made Layup.
2nd Half46-56Michael Belle made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ahmad Nowell.
2nd Half47-56Justin Hawkins made Free Throw.
2nd Half48-56Justin Hawkins made Free Throw.
2nd Half48-57Lazar Djokovic made Free Throw.
2nd Half48-58Lazar Djokovic made Free Throw.
2nd Half48-60Jordan Tillery made Layup.
2nd Half48-61Lazar Djokovic made Free Throw.
2nd Half48-62Lazar Djokovic made Free Throw.
2nd Half48-64Jordan Tillery made Layup.
2nd Half48-65Jordan Tillery made Free Throw.
2nd Half48-67Terrence Hill Jr. made Layup.
2nd Half50-67Justin Page made Layup.
2nd Half50-68Lazar Djokovic made Free Throw.
2nd Half50-69Lazar Djokovic made Free Throw.
2nd Half50-70Lazar Djokovic made Free Throw.
2nd Half50-71Lazar Djokovic made Free Throw.
2nd Half51-71Reggie Prudhomme made Free Throw.
2nd Half52-71Reggie Prudhomme made Free Throw.
2nd Half52-74Lazar Djokovic made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Terrence Hill Jr..
2nd Half54-74Kabeya Tshibangu made Dunk. Assisted by Landon Williams.
2nd Half54-76Barry Evans made Layup.
2nd Half54-79Nyk Lewis made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Brandon Jennings.
2nd Half55-79Justin Page made Free Throw.
2nd Half56-79Justin Page made Free Throw.
2nd Half56-82Michael Belle made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Brandon Jennings.
2nd Half58-82Drew Larson made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half58-83Lazar Djokovic made Free Throw.
2nd Half58-84Lazar Djokovic made Free Throw.