NCAAB · Final

North Alabama Edges San Francisco in Close Contest

Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 10:00 PM ET · The Sobrato Center

North Alabama Lions 65, San Francisco Dons 63, 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 North Alabama Lions vs San Francisco Dons?

North Alabama Lions beat San Francisco Dons 65-63 at The Sobrato Center on December 3, 2025.

Who was favored in North Alabama Lions vs San Francisco Dons?

San Francisco Dons were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -3200 (about 97% implied). The underdog won.

In a thrilling encounter at The Sobrato Center, the North Alabama Lions narrowly defeated the San Francisco Dons with a final score of 65-63. Both teams entered the game with identical records of 5-4, making this matchup particularly compelling as they looked to gain momentum in the NCAAB season. The Lions' recent form showed a resurgence, having won their last two games, while the Dons faced challenges, suffering back-to-back losses leading into this contest.

The Dons had a home record of 5-0 prior to this game, showcasing their strength at home. However, their recent performance was concerning, with an overall record of 6-4 in their last ten games, averaging 74.0 points scored and allowing 70.6 points. In contrast, the Lions had a mixed record of 5-5 in their last ten games, scoring an average of 71.4 points and allowing 71.2 points in their last five games. The Lions had a home record of 4-1 but struggled on the road with a 1-4 away record.

The game was closely contested throughout, with the Lions taking the lead in the second half. Canin Jefferson played a pivotal role for North Alabama, contributing crucial points, including a layup that extended their lead to 65-63 late in the game. San Francisco fought back, but ultimately fell short, unable to convert in the final moments. The Dons had previously shown promise with wins against teams like the Minnesota Golden Gophers and Northwestern State Demons, but their recent losses to Nevada and Colorado highlighted some vulnerabilities.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant player absences for either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this important matchup. The betting market had San Francisco as heavy favorites, with DraftKings providing a spread of -16.5 in favor of the Dons, indicating the expectation of a comfortable win for the home side. The total points line was set at 145.5, reflecting the anticipated scoring potential of both teams.

Conditions in the arena were favorable for basketball, contributing to an engaging atmosphere as fans witnessed a tightly contested game. As the match unfolded, viewers were treated to a display of skill and determination, with key plays from both sides keeping the scoreline close. The Lions' ability to execute in clutch moments proved decisive, while the Dons will need to regroup and address their recent struggles as they move forward in the season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	SF -16.5	145.5 o -108 / u -112	North Alabama Lions +1400 · San Francisco Dons -3200

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Leaders

PointsMookie Cook12San Francisco Dons
AssistsTyrone Riley IV4San Francisco Dons
ReboundsSaba Gigiberia8San Francisco Dons
PointsDonte Bacchus20North Alabama Lions
AssistsCanin Jefferson3North Alabama Lions
ReboundsCorneilous Williams8North Alabama Lions

Recent form

San Francisco Dons

Last 10: 6-4Streak L278 scored · 71.2 allowed per game5-0 at home

L65-81at Nevada Wolf PackNov 28
L69-79at Colorado BuffaloesNov 27
W77-65at Minnesota Golden GophersNov 22
W84-64vs Northwestern State DemonsNov 19
W75-64vs Bradley BravesNov 16
W80-70vs Portland State VikingsNov 13
L70-76at Memphis TigersNov 8
W98-53vs UC Santa Cruz Banana SlugsNov 4
L76-85at Gonzaga BulldogsMar 11
W86-75vs Washington State CougarsMar 10

North Alabama Lions

Last 10: 5-5Streak W273.9 scored · 74.8 allowed per game1-4 away

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
L65-76at Lipscomb BisonsMar 9
W78-63vs Jacksonville DolphinsMar 7

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	San Francisco Dons
Field goals	24-63	22-59
Field goal %	38	37
Three-pointers	3-15	9-31
Three-point %	20	29
Free throws	14-17	10-16
Free throw %	82	63
Rebounds	46	31
Offensive rebounds	19	10
Defensive rebounds	27	21
Assists	10	17
Steals	4	5
Blocks	2	10
Turnovers	12	9
Team turnovers	3	0
Technical fouls	2	0
Technical fouls, total	2	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	12	14
Fast-break points	5	8
Points in the paint	30	24
Fouls	16	18
Largest lead	6	18
Lead changes	5	5
Time in front	37	59

How the scoring went

2nd Half26-26Donte Bacchus made Layup.
2nd Half26-28Saba Gigiberia made Dunk. Assisted by Tyrone Riley IV.
2nd Half28-28Corneilous Williams made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half28-29Ryan Beasley made Free Throw.
2nd Half31-29Canin Jefferson made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half31-32Ryan Beasley made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Saba Gigiberia.
2nd Half33-32Donte Bacchus made Jumper.
2nd Half33-35Veniamin Abosi made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tyrone Riley IV.
2nd Half35-35DarKaun King made Jumper. Assisted by Tank Washington.
2nd Half38-35DarKaun King made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Canin Jefferson.
2nd Half38-37Junjie Wang made Layup. Assisted by Mookie Cook.
2nd Half41-37DarKaun King made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kevin de Kovachich.
2nd Half41-39Vukasin Masic made Layup.
2nd Half43-39Corneilous Williams made Jumper. Assisted by Kevin de Kovachich.
2nd Half43-40Ryan Beasley made Free Throw.
2nd Half45-40Kevin de Kovachich made Jumper. Assisted by Dallas Howell.
2nd Half45-43Legend Smiley made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Guillermo Diaz Graham.
2nd Half46-43Kevin de Kovachich made Free Throw.
2nd Half46-46Junjie Wang made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tyrone Riley IV.
2nd Half48-46Corneilous Williams made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half50-46Donte Bacchus made Jumper.
2nd Half50-48Mookie Cook made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half52-48Donte Bacchus made Jumper. Assisted by Canin Jefferson.
2nd Half54-48Corneilous Williams made Layup. Assisted by Donte Bacchus.
2nd Half54-50Mookie Cook made Dunk. Assisted by Vukasin Masic.
2nd Half56-50Donte Bacchus made Layup.
2nd Half56-52Vukasin Masic made Jumper.
2nd Half56-53Mookie Cook made Free Throw.
2nd Half56-54Mookie Cook made Free Throw.
2nd Half56-56Tyrone Riley IV made Dunk. Assisted by Vukasin Masic.
2nd Half57-56Corneilous Williams made Free Throw.
2nd Half58-56Corneilous Williams made Free Throw.
2nd Half60-56Canin Jefferson made Layup.
2nd Half61-56Kevin de Kovachich made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-57Ryan Beasley made Free Throw.
2nd Half62-57Canin Jefferson made Free Throw.
2nd Half63-57Canin Jefferson made Free Throw.
2nd Half63-60Legend Smiley made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ryan Beasley.
2nd Half63-63Legend Smiley made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tyrone Riley IV.
2nd Half65-63Canin Jefferson made Layup.