NCAAB · Final

Navy Midshipmen Defeat NJIT Highlanders 86-70

Saturday, November 22, 2025, 12:00 PM ET · Alumni Hall (Navy)

Navy Midshipmen 86, NJIT Highlanders 70, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won NJIT Highlanders vs Navy Midshipmen?

Navy Midshipmen beat NJIT Highlanders 86-70 at Alumni Hall (Navy) on November 22, 2025.

In a decisive victory, the Navy Midshipmen overcame the NJIT Highlanders with a final score of 86-70 at Alumni Hall on November 22, 2025. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as both teams entered the game with identical records of 3-3, making it a crucial contest for establishing early momentum in the season. The Midshipmen's win not only improves their record to 4-3 but also continues their strong performance at home, where they now hold a 3-1 record.

The Midshipmen's recent form has been mixed, with a record of 6-4 over their last ten games, but they have been averaging 74.3 points scored while allowing 72.6 points per game. Their last five games, however, have seen them struggle somewhat, recording a 2-3 streak with an average of 74.6 points scored and 73.8 points allowed. In contrast, the Highlanders have had a tougher time, going 4-6 in their last ten games and averaging 68.4 points scored while allowing 75.4 points. They have also been inconsistent, with their last five games showing a record of 3-2 and an average of 65.4 points scored against 71.0 points allowed.

When considering home versus away performance, the Midshipmen have thrived at home, winning two of their last three games there. The Highlanders, on the other hand, have struggled on the road with a 3-2 record in away games, but their overall away performance has been less impressive compared to their home games.

In terms of previous meetings, this was the second encounter between the two teams, with the Highlanders having won the first matchup earlier in the season on December 7, 2024, with a score of 69-64. This win for Navy not only avenged that loss but also showcased their ability to improve against a familiar opponent.

The injury situation for both teams was not detailed in the block, but it is always a significant factor in any matchup. As both teams continue to navigate their schedules, player health and availability will play a critical role in their respective performances moving forward.

The betting market had priced the Midshipmen as strong favorites, reflecting their home advantage and recent form. The home win probability was listed at 1.0, indicating a complete expectation of victory for Navy according to the market.

Conditions for the game were not specified, but typically, factors such as crowd support at Alumni Hall and the Midshipmen's familiarity with the venue can influence performance positively.

Viewers of the game were treated to a display of scoring prowess from Navy, particularly in the second half, where they pulled away decisively. Key moments included a series of free throws made by players like Jinwoo Kim and Jordan Pennick, which helped solidify their lead as the game progressed. The Midshipmen's ability to capitalize on free throw opportunities and maintain offensive pressure were crucial to their success in this matchup. Overall, the game highlighted Navy's strengths and set the stage for a competitive season ahead.

Leaders

PointsAidan Kehoe21Navy Midshipmen
AssistsAidan Kehoe4Navy Midshipmen
ReboundsAidan Kehoe12Navy Midshipmen
PointsJeremy Clayville16NJIT Highlanders
AssistsAri Fulton3NJIT Highlanders
ReboundsAri Fulton13NJIT Highlanders

Recent form

Navy Midshipmen

Last 10: 6-4Streak L174.3 scored · 72.6 allowed per game2-1 at home

L61-73at North Carolina Tar HeelsNov 19
W97-64vs Washington Maryland ShoremenNov 14
L71-80at Penn State Nittany LionsNov 11
L68-97vs Yale BulldogsNov 8
W76-55at Presbyterian Blue HoseNov 4
L52-74at American University EaglesMar 12
W83-77at Bucknell BisonMar 9
W86-78at Boston University TerriersMar 7
W81-68vs Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsMar 1
W68-60at American University EaglesFeb 27

NJIT Highlanders

Last 10: 4-6Streak L168.4 scored · 75.4 allowed per game3-2 away

L43-75at Drexel DragonsNov 19
W93-81vs Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsNov 15
W66-64at Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsNov 12
L53-74vs Fairfield StagsNov 8
W72-61at Fordham RamsNov 5
W75-72at Binghamton BearcatsMar 5
L59-86vs UAlbany Great DanesMar 1
L61-71vs Vermont CatamountsFeb 28
L91-95at UMBC RetrieversFeb 22
L71-75vs Binghamton BearcatsFeb 15

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
UMBC	24-9	-	14-2
Vermont	22-12	2	12-4
NJIT	16-17	4	10-6
UMass Lowell	15-18	5	9-7
UAlbany	11-21	7	7-9
Maine	8-24	8	6-10
New Hampshire	9-21	9	5-11
Bryant	9-22	9	5-11
Binghamton	8-23	10	4-12
Navy	26-8	-	17-1
Colgate	18-15	6	11-7
Lehigh	18-17	6	11-7
Boston University	17-17	7	10-8
American University	16-16	8	9-9
Loyola Maryland	12-20	9	8-10
Lafayette	11-21	9	8-10
Bucknell	10-23	11	6-12
Army	11-21	12	5-13
Holy Cross	11-22	12	5-13

Box score

Stat	NJIT Highlanders	Navy Midshipmen
Field goals	22-60	28-55
Field goal %	37	51
Three-pointers	9-28	6-13
Three-point %	32	46
Free throws	17-25	24-33
Free throw %	68	73
Rebounds	36	40
Offensive rebounds	13	11
Defensive rebounds	23	29
Assists	8	13
Steals	5	4
Blocks	5	4
Turnovers	10	9
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	11	20
Fast-break points	5	9
Points in the paint	20	36
Fouls	27	20
Largest lead	3	20

How the scoring went

2nd Half39-55Jinwoo Kim made Layup.
2nd Half41-55Jeremy Clayville made Layup. Assisted by Ari Fulton.
2nd Half42-55Malachi Arrington made Free Throw.
2nd Half42-57Aidan Kehoe made Layup.
2nd Half42-58Aidan Kehoe made Free Throw.
2nd Half45-58David Bolden made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half48-58David Bolden made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Zack Scherler.
2nd Half50-58Jordan Rogers made Jumper.
2nd Half50-60Mike Woods made Layup.
2nd Half50-61Austin Benigni made Free Throw.
2nd Half50-62Austin Benigni made Free Throw.
2nd Half50-65Jordan Pennick made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Aidan Kehoe.
2nd Half52-65Sebastian Robinson made Jumper.
2nd Half53-65Sebastian Robinson made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-67Jinwoo Kim made Layup.
2nd Half53-68Jinwoo Kim made Free Throw.
2nd Half56-68Rocco Awad made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half59-68Jeremy Clayville made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Sebastian Robinson.
2nd Half60-68Sebastian Robinson made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-68Sebastian Robinson made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-70Aidan Kehoe made Layup. Assisted by Jinwoo Kim.
2nd Half63-70Sebastian Robinson made Jumper.
2nd Half63-72Mike Woods made Layup. Assisted by Aidan Kehoe.
2nd Half64-72Ari Fulton made Free Throw.
2nd Half65-72Ari Fulton made Free Throw.
2nd Half65-73Austin Benigni made Free Throw.
2nd Half65-74Austin Benigni made Free Throw.
2nd Half65-76Jordan Pennick made Layup.
2nd Half65-79Jinwoo Kim made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half66-79David Bolden made Free Throw.
2nd Half67-79David Bolden made Free Throw.
2nd Half67-80Mike Woods made Free Throw.
2nd Half67-81Jinwoo Kim made Free Throw.
2nd Half67-82Jinwoo Kim made Free Throw.
2nd Half68-82Malachi Arrington made Free Throw.
2nd Half68-84Austin Benigni made Jumper.
2nd Half69-84David Bolden made Free Throw.
2nd Half70-84David Bolden made Free Throw.
2nd Half70-85Jordan Pennick made Free Throw.
2nd Half70-86Jordan Pennick made Free Throw.