Loyola Marymount Dominates North Alabama 91-57
Friday, December 19, 2025, 10:00 PM ET · Gersten Pavilion
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Who won North Alabama Lions vs Loyola Marymount Lions?
Loyola Marymount Lions beat North Alabama Lions 91-57 at Gersten Pavilion on December 19, 2025.
Who was favored in North Alabama Lions vs Loyola Marymount Lions?
Loyola Marymount Lions were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -600 (about 86% implied). The favorite won.
In a commanding performance, the Loyola Marymount Lions secured a decisive 91-57 victory over the North Alabama Lions at Gersten Pavilion. This win marks a significant moment for Loyola Marymount, who improved their home record to 9-4 and continued to assert their dominance at home. The game showcased the Lions' offensive prowess, particularly in the second half, where they outscored North Alabama significantly.
Loyola Marymount entered the game with a home record of 8-4, but they had been struggling recently, losing their last three games. In their last ten outings, they posted a record of 6-4, averaging 71.7 points scored while allowing 69.2 points. Their recent form included losses to UC San Diego Tritons, Saint Louis Billikens, and Stony Brook Seawolves, which had raised concerns about their momentum heading into this matchup. However, the team turned things around against North Alabama, demonstrating a strong offensive strategy and solid defense.
On the other hand, North Alabama came into the game with a record of 5-6, having lost their last game against Alabama A&M Bulldogs. Their recent form included a mixed bag of results, with a 5-5 record over their last ten games and an average of 72.1 points scored against 74.0 points allowed. The Lions' away record stood at 2-4, indicating struggles on the road, which continued in this game.
Historically, Loyola Marymount had previously faced North Alabama just once before, winning that encounter 85-69 on December 23, 2024. This prior meeting hinted at a competitive matchup, but the current game showcased a stark difference in performance.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details on player availability, but it is clear that both teams were eager to compete with their rosters intact. The market had set the odds with DraftKings favoring Loyola Marymount at -10.5, indicating expectations of a strong performance from the home team. The total points over/under was set at 140.5, reflecting an anticipated high-scoring affair, which ultimately came to fruition.
The game conditions were favorable for both teams, with no adverse weather conditions affecting play, as it took place indoors at Gersten Pavilion. Fans witnessed a display of skill and teamwork from Loyola Marymount, particularly in the second half, where they pulled away decisively. Key scoring plays included a series of layups and free throws that highlighted their offensive efficiency.
As the game progressed, Loyola Marymount maintained control, with standout performances from their players contributing to the final score. The home team’s ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities and their defensive efforts were evident, ultimately leading to a comprehensive victory. The final score of 91-57 not only reflects the disparity in performance on the day but also serves as a potential turning point for Loyola Marymount as they look to build momentum moving forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LMU -10.5 | 140.5 o -115 / u -105 | North Alabama Lions +440 · Loyola Marymount Lions -600 |
Leaders
- PointsMyron Amey Jr.28Loyola Marymount Lions
- AssistsJan Vide6Loyola Marymount Lions
- ReboundsJalen Shelley10Loyola Marymount Lions
- PointsCorneilous Williams14North Alabama Lions
- AssistsCanin Jefferson3North Alabama Lions
- ReboundsCorneilous Williams11North Alabama Lions
Recent form
Loyola Marymount Lions
Last 10: 6-4Streak L371.7 scored · 69.2 allowed per game3-4 at home
- L57-67vs UC San Diego TritonsDec 17
- L70-91vs Saint Louis BillikensDec 3
- L68-71vs Stony Brook SeawolvesNov 29
- W70-58at Ohio BobcatsNov 25
- L65-76vs Florida Atlantic OwlsNov 25
- W78-74at UC Santa Barbara GauchosNov 18
- W74-63vs Troy TrojansNov 15
- W71-58at UTEP MinersNov 12
- W94-72vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsNov 9
- W70-62vs Eastern Washington EaglesNov 6
North Alabama Lions
Last 10: 5-5Streak L172.1 scored · 74 allowed per game2-4 away
- L60-68at Alabama A&M BulldogsDec 16
- W65-63at San Francisco DonsDec 4
- W73-66at Jacksonville State GamecocksDec 2
- W92-60vs UT Southern FirehawksNov 25
- L57-71at Chattanooga MocsNov 22
- L61-81at Clemson TigersNov 18
- L74-78vs East Tennessee State BuccaneersNov 15
- W87-83vs Northwestern State DemonsNov 12
- W90-84vs Lane College DragonsNov 8
- L62-86at Mississippi State BulldogsNov 6
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utah Valley | 25-9 | - | 14-4 |
| California Baptist | 25-9 | 1 | 13-5 |
| Utah Tech | 19-15 | 2 | 11-7 |
| UT Arlington | 18-14 | 5 | 9-9 |
| Southern Utah | 10-22 | 7 | 6-12 |
| Tarleton State | 14-18 | 9 | 5-13 |
| Abilene Christian | 14-19 | 9 | 5-13 |
| Gonzaga | 31-4 | - | 16-2 |
| Saint Mary's | 27-6 | - | 16-2 |
| Santa Clara | 26-9 | 1 | 15-3 |
| Oregon State | 17-16 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Seattle U | 21-14 | 8 | 8-10 |
| Pacific | 18-15 | 8 | 8-10 |
| San Francisco | 17-16 | 8 | 8-10 |
| Washington State | 12-20 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Loyola Marymount | 15-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Portland | 15-19 | 10 | 6-12 |
| San Diego | 12-21 | 11 | 5-13 |
| Pepperdine | 9-23 | 12 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | North Alabama Lions | Loyola Marymount Lions |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 19-64 | 32-63 |
| Field goal % | 30 | 51 |
| Three-pointers | 3-15 | 16-32 |
| Three-point % | 20 | 50 |
| Free throws | 16-25 | 11-17 |
| Free throw % | 64 | 65 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 45 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 33 |
| Assists | 7 | 22 |
| Steals | 6 | 6 |
| Blocks | 5 | 8 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 5 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 16 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 30 |
| Fouls | 14 | 24 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 38 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 99 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half23-54Rokas Jocius makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jan Vide assists)
- 2nd Half25-54Donte Bacchus makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half28-54Dallas Howell makes 27-foot three point jumper (Canin Jefferson assists)
- 2nd Half28-56Jan Vide makes driving layup
- 2nd Half30-56Corneilous Williams makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half33-56Dallas Howell makes 26-foot three point jumper (Canin Jefferson assists)
- 2nd Half33-57Rick Issanza makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half35-57Donte Bacchus makes layup (Kevin de Kovachich assists)
- 2nd Half35-58Jalen Shelley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half35-59Jalen Shelley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-59Canin Jefferson makes 14-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half37-61Aaron McBride makes layup (Rick Issanza assists)
- 2nd Half39-61Donte Bacchus makes layup
- 2nd Half39-63Jan Vide makes 8-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half39-66Myron Amey Jr. makes 27-foot three point jumper (Rodney Brown Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half39-69Myron Amey Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jan Vide assists)
- 2nd Half40-69Kedar Bodie makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-69Kedar Bodie makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-72Jalen Shelley makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jan Vide assists)
- 2nd Half41-74Jalen Shelley makes driving layup
- 2nd Half43-74Corneilous Williams makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half44-74Corneilous Williams makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half44-77Myron Amey Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper (Rodney Brown Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half45-77Corneilous Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-80Josh Dalton makes 25-foot three point jumper (Myron Amey Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half46-80Corneilous Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-82Josh Dalton makes 1-foot dunk (Rokas Jocius assists)
- 2nd Half47-82Corneilous Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-82Corneilous Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-82Corneilous Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-82Corneilous Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-85Rodney Brown Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Myron Amey Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half50-87Rodney Brown Jr. makes layup (AJ Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half51-87Corneilous Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-89Rick Issanza makes layup (Aaron McBride assists)
- 2nd Half52-89Cortez Graham-Howard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-89Cortez Graham-Howard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-91Aaron McBride makes layup (AJ Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half56-91DarKaun King makes 24-foot three point jumper (Braylon Patton assists)
- 2nd Half57-91DarKaun King makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Loyola Marymount Lions, below favours North Alabama Lions.
Venue
- Gersten PavilionLos Angeles, CA
- OfficialsD.G. Nelson, Wesley Ford, De Selle Dean
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