Northeastern Huskies Edge Duquesne Dukes in Thrilling Finish
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 4:00 PM ET · LeBron James Arena
Northeastern Huskies 93, Duquesne Dukes 86, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Northeastern Huskies vs Duquesne Dukes?
Northeastern Huskies beat Duquesne Dukes 93-86 at LeBron James Arena on November 22, 2025.
In a closely contested matchup, the Northeastern Huskies defeated the Duquesne Dukes 93-86 at LeBron James Arena on November 22, 2025. This game was significant as it showcased the competitive nature of both teams early in the season, with the Huskies improving their record to 4-3 while the Dukes fell to 4-3.
The Dukes entered the game with a recent form of 6-4 over their last 10 games, including a win against Loyola Maryland Greyhounds just two days prior, where they scored 92 points. They had been averaging 79.2 points per game while allowing 74.4. At home, they had a strong record of 5-1, indicating their ability to perform well in familiar surroundings. The last five games had seen them score an impressive average of 86.2 points, with only one loss in that span.
Conversely, the Huskies had a record of 3-3 and were on a two-game losing streak coming into this game. They had averaged 69.0 points per game while allowing 70.0. Their away record stood at 3-2, suggesting they were capable of securing wins on the road, though they had struggled recently, losing to Princeton Tigers and Vermont Catamounts in their last two outings.
The game featured several pivotal moments, particularly in the second half. Tarence Guinyard made crucial free throws that extended the Huskies' lead, while Xavier Abreu and Jakub Necas contributed key layups for their respective teams. William Kermoury's three-point jumper, assisted by JB Frankel, was a highlight that pushed the Huskies ahead significantly late in the game. The scoring plays in the final moments showcased the intensity and competitiveness of the matchup.
In terms of injuries, there were no specific mentions in the block, indicating that both teams may have been at full strength for this encounter. This was a crucial factor as both teams looked to establish momentum early in the season.
The betting market reflected the competitive nature of the game, with odds indicating a close contest. The odds were not specified in the block, but the matchup's tight nature suggested that both teams were viewed as having a fair chance of winning.
Conditions for the game were not detailed, but playing at LeBron James Arena typically provides a vibrant atmosphere, which can influence player performance positively.
Viewers should have noted the high-scoring nature of the game, particularly the offensive capabilities of both teams, as evidenced by the Dukes' recent scoring average and the Huskies' ability to respond under pressure. The final score of 93-86 highlighted the offensive firepower on display, making it a thrilling encounter for fans of college basketball.
Leaders
- PointsTarence Guinyard19Duquesne Dukes
- AssistsTarence Guinyard3Duquesne Dukes
- ReboundsJohn Hugley IV6Duquesne Dukes
- PointsXavier Abreu32Northeastern Huskies
- AssistsWilliam Kermoury3Northeastern Huskies
- ReboundsHaris Elezovic10Northeastern Huskies
Recent form
Duquesne Dukes
Last 10: 6-4Streak W179.2 scored · 74.4 allowed per game5-1 at home
- W92-78vs Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsNov 20
- L77-87at Villanova WildcatsNov 16
- W87-81vs Queens University RoyalsNov 12
- W92-80vs Sacred Heart PioneersNov 8
- W83-63vs Niagara Purple EaglesNov 4
- L59-64at St. Bonaventure BonniesMar 13
- L88-90at Saint Louis BillikensMar 9
- L62-71vs VCU RamsMar 5
- W85-68vs George Mason PatriotsMar 1
- W67-62at La Salle ExplorersFeb 26
Northeastern Huskies
Last 10: 4-6Streak L269 scored · 70 allowed per game3-2 away
- L57-70at Princeton TigersNov 21
- L74-85vs Vermont CatamountsNov 15
- W77-60at Harvard CrimsonNov 12
- W68-65at Colgate RaidersNov 7
- L75-76vs Boston University TerriersNov 4
- L65-70vs Hampton PiratesMar 8
- W70-68at William & Mary TribeMar 1
- W69-55vs North Carolina A&T AggiesFeb 28
- L73-78at Monmouth HawksFeb 25
- L62-73vs Charleston CougarsFeb 21
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNC Wilmington | 27-7 | - | 15-3 |
| Charleston | 21-11 | 1 | 14-4 |
| Hofstra | 24-11 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Monmouth | 19-15 | 4 | 11-7 |
| William & Mary | 20-12 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Drexel | 17-16 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Towson | 19-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Stony Brook | 17-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Campbell | 16-18 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Hampton | 13-19 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Elon | 14-18 | 9 | 6-12 |
| North Carolina A&T | 11-19 | 11 | 4-14 |
| Northeastern | 7-24 | 13 | 2-16 |
| 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 | Northeastern Huskies | Duquesne Dukes |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 32-58 | 32-59 |
| Field goal % | 55 | 54 |
| Three-pointers | 5-19 | 5-13 |
| Three-point % | 26 | 38 |
| Free throws | 24-30 | 17-25 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 68 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 27 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 5 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 22 |
| Assists | 15 | 14 |
| Steals | 12 | 15 |
| Blocks | 8 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 21 | 19 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 20 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 16 |
| Points in the paint | 48 | 50 |
| Fouls | 20 | 24 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 3 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half66-59Xavier Abreu made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-60Tarence Guinyard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-61Tarence Guinyard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-63Tarence Guinyard made Layup. Assisted by Alex Williams.
- 2nd Half67-63Xavier Abreu made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-63Xavier Abreu made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-65Tarence Guinyard made Layup.
- 2nd Half70-65Haris Elezovic made Layup. Assisted by Xavier Abreu.
- 2nd Half70-67John Hugley IV made Layup. Assisted by Tarence Guinyard.
- 2nd Half71-67JB Frankel made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-67JB Frankel made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-69Tarence Guinyard made Layup.
- 2nd Half72-70Tarence Guinyard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-70Haris Elezovic made Layup. Assisted by Xander Alarie.
- 2nd Half76-70Haris Elezovic made Layup. Assisted by Mike Loughnane.
- 2nd Half76-72Jimmie Williams made Layup.
- 2nd Half77-72Xander Alarie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-73Jakub Necas made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-74Jakub Necas made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-74Xavier Abreu made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-74Xavier Abreu made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-75Jimmie Williams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-76Jimmie Williams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-78Jakub Necas made Layup.
- 2nd Half80-78Xavier Abreu made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half81-78Xavier Abreu made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half81-80Jimmie Williams made Layup.
- 2nd Half83-80Haris Elezovic made Layup.
- 2nd Half83-81John Hugley IV made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-82John Hugley IV made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half84-82William Kermoury made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half85-82William Kermoury made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half85-83Tarence Guinyard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half85-84Tarence Guinyard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half87-84Xavier Abreu made Layup.
- 2nd Half87-86Jakub Necas made Layup.
- 2nd Half90-86William Kermoury made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by JB Frankel.
- 2nd Half91-86William Kermoury made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half92-86Mike Loughnane made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half93-86Mike Loughnane made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Duquesne Dukes, below favours Northeastern Huskies.
Venue
- LeBron James ArenaAkron, OH
- Attendance1118
- OfficialsSean Hull, Greg Evans, Ryan Sassano
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