Mount St. Mary's Dominates Penn State Brandywine 73-42
Sunday, December 21, 2025, 12:00 PM ET · Knott Arena
Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers 73, Penn State Brandywine Lions 42, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Penn State Brandywine Lions vs Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers?
Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers beat Penn State Brandywine Lions 73-42 at Knott Arena on December 21, 2025.
In a decisive victory, the Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers triumphed over the Penn State Brandywine Lions with a final score of 73-42 at Knott Arena. This match was particularly noteworthy as it showcased a significant turnaround for the Mountaineers, who have struggled in recent games but managed to secure a commanding win on their home court.
The Mountaineers entered the game with a home record of 4-9 and had been on a challenging path, posting a 3-7 record in their last ten games. Their recent form included a loss to the Drexel Dragons just a day prior, where they fell 67-75. However, this performance against the Lions marked a clear departure from their recent struggles, as they averaged 70.2 points scored and 80.3 points allowed in their last ten outings. In their last five games, they averaged 72.6 points scored and 74.8 points allowed, indicating a slight improvement in their offensive output.
On the other hand, the Lions faced a tough battle, with a record that did not favor them. They were unable to find their rhythm, and their performance in this game reflected their overall struggles. The Mountaineers' ability to capitalize on their home advantage was evident, as they improved their home record to 2-1 in their last three games at Knott Arena.
The game unfolded with the Mountaineers taking control early on, and they maintained their lead throughout. Key scoring plays in the second half included a series of three-point shots from players like Abdou Khadre Kébé and Patrick Haigh, which significantly widened the gap. The Lions attempted to respond with their own three-pointers, but their efforts fell short as they struggled to keep pace with the Mountaineers' scoring.
In terms of injury impact, the block did not provide specific details on player injuries affecting either team, but the Mountaineers' performance suggests they were able to field a competitive lineup. The conditions at Knott Arena appeared favorable for the home team, contributing to their strong showing.
The market had priced Mount St. Mary's as the clear favorite, with a home win probability of 1.0, reflecting confidence in their ability to secure the victory. This game served as a critical moment for the Mountaineers, allowing them to build momentum as they move forward in the season.
Viewers should note the impressive shooting from beyond the arc by the Mountaineers, which played a pivotal role in their scoring strategy. The combination of solid defense and effective offensive execution ultimately led to their dominant performance against the Lions.
Leaders
- PointsAbdou Khadre Kébé12Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers
- AssistsArlandus Keyes9Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers
- ReboundsTrey Deveaux11Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers
- PointsIsaiah Johnson6Penn State Brandywine Lions
- AssistsJack Swider3Penn State Brandywine Lions
- ReboundsIsaiah Johnson7Penn State Brandywine Lions
Recent form
Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers
Last 10: 3-7Streak L170.2 scored · 80.3 allowed per game1-1 at home
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- W81-73at Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsDec 13
- L56-64at Marist Red FoxesDec 6
- L80-87vs Sacred Heart PioneersDec 4
- W79-75vs Howard BisonNov 29
- L60-113at Ohio State BuckeyesNov 25
- L60-83at Western Michigan BroncosNov 23
- L90-95at Maryland TerrapinsNov 20
- L55-72at Cincinnati BearcatsNov 16
- W74-66at Saint Francis Red WolvesNov 12
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 |
Box score
| Stat | Penn State Brandywine Lions | Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 14-50 | 30-63 |
| Field goal % | 28 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 10-25 | 10-35 |
| Three-point % | 40 | 29 |
| Free throws | 4-4 | 3-7 |
| Free throw % | 100 | 43 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 24 |
| Assists | 13 | 26 |
| Steals | 6 | 17 |
| Blocks | 1 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 28 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 3 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 31 |
| Fast-break points | 0 | 18 |
| Points in the paint | 6 | 40 |
| Fouls | 9 | 8 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 32 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 98 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half6-23Trey Deveaux makes layup (Arlandus Keyes assists)
- 1st Half6-25Anthony Arrington makes driving layup (Patrick Haigh assists)
- 1st Half9-25Amari Little makes 25-foot three point jumper (Ahmaar Godhania assists)
- 1st Half10-25Isaiah Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half11-25Isaiah Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half11-27Justin Amadi makes 2-foot dunk (Arlandus Keyes assists)
- 1st Half11-30Patrick Haigh makes 23-foot three point jumper (Arlandus Keyes assists)
- 1st Half12-30Isaiah Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half13-30Isaiah Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half13-32Abdou Khadre Kébé makes layup
- 1st Half13-34Justin Amadi makes 1-foot dunk (Arlandus Keyes assists)
- 1st Half15-34Isaiah Johnson makes layup (Jack Swider assists)
- 1st Half18-34Jack Swider makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ben Bass assists)
- 1st Half21-34Amari Little makes 22-foot three point jumper (Jack Swider assists)
- 1st Half21-36Justin Amadi makes layup (Mason So assists)
- 1st Half24-36Jack Swider makes 25-foot three point jumper (Ja'bri White assists)
- 1st Half24-39Anastasios Rozakeas makes 25-foot three point jumper (Arlandus Keyes assists)
- 1st Half26-39Damir Shelley makes 11-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half26-41Trey Deveaux makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half26-43Trey Deveaux makes driving layup (Mason So assists)
- 2nd Half26-44Trey Deveaux makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half28-44Jaden Fogg makes 16-foot pullup jump shot (Jack Swider assists)
- 2nd Half28-46Anthony Arrington makes layup (Abdou Khadre Kébé assists)
- 2nd Half28-48Abdou Khadre Kébé makes 2-foot dunk (Elijah Espinosa assists)
- 2nd Half28-51Abdou Khadre Kébé makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half28-53Mason So makes layup
- 2nd Half30-53Ja'bri White makes layup (Damir Shelley assists)
- 2nd Half30-55Justin Amadi makes layup (Mason So assists)
- 2nd Half30-57Justin Amadi makes layup (Mason So assists)
- 2nd Half30-60Mason So makes 25-foot three point jumper (Anthony Arrington assists)
- 2nd Half30-61Elijah Espinosa makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half30-62Elijah Espinosa makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half33-62Ahmaar Godhania makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jaden Fogg assists)
- 2nd Half36-62Corwin Holland II makes 24-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half36-64Anthony Arrington makes driving layup
- 2nd Half39-64Corwin Holland II makes 23-foot three point jumper (Bryan Warren assists)
- 2nd Half39-67Abdou Khadre Kébé makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half39-70Patrick Haigh makes 24-foot three point jumper (Abdou Khadre Kébé assists)
- 2nd Half42-70Ethan Dublin makes 25-foot three point jumper (Ben Bass assists)
- 2nd Half42-73Patrick Haigh makes 23-foot three point jumper (Abdou Khadre Kébé assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers, below favours Penn State Brandywine Lions.
Venue
- Knott ArenaEmmitsburg, MD
- Attendance1260
- OfficialsDaniel Basile, Mike Evans, Randall Wells
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