Nittany Lions Defeat Explorers 83-69 in NCAAB Clash
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 1:00 PM ET · Xfinity Mobile Arena
Penn State Nittany Lions 83, La Salle Explorers 69, 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 Nittany Lions vs La Salle Explorers?
Penn State Nittany Lions beat La Salle Explorers 83-69 at Xfinity Mobile Arena on November 15, 2025.
The Penn State Nittany Lions secured a convincing victory over the La Salle Explorers, finishing the game with a score of 83-69. This matchup showcased the Nittany Lions' strong start to the season, as they improved their record to 5-0, while the Explorers fell to 2-3. The game took place at the Xfinity Mobile Arena, where the Explorers have struggled to find their footing this season.
In terms of recent form, the Explorers have been inconsistent, holding a record of 4-6 over their last ten games, and they are currently on a one-game losing streak. They averaged 69.4 points scored per game while allowing 69.9 points. Their last match before this fixture was a significant loss to the Temple Owls, where they were defeated 90-63. La Salle's home record stands at 2-2, with their last five games showing a slight improvement, as they averaged 74.2 points scored and allowed 71.0 points.
On the other hand, the Nittany Lions have been in excellent form, boasting a record of 6-4 in their last ten games and currently riding a four-game winning streak. They averaged 76.9 points scored and allowed 70.7 points during this stretch. Their most recent victory was against the Navy Midshipmen, where they won 80-71. Penn State's away record is also strong at 3-2, and their last five games have seen them score an impressive average of 78.6 points while allowing just 65.0 points.
Historically, this matchup has seen the Nittany Lions come out on top in recent encounters, and this game continued that trend. The Explorers have struggled against teams like Penn State, and this game was no different. The injury report did not indicate any significant absences for either team, allowing both squads to field their usual lineups.
The betting market reflected the Nittany Lions' strong form, with odds favoring them to win. The final score of 83-69 confirmed the expectations set by the market, as the Nittany Lions showcased their offensive prowess and defensive capabilities throughout the game.
As the game unfolded, viewers saw key performances from both teams. The Nittany Lions maintained control of the game, with standout plays that included free throws and assists that contributed to their lead. Ashton Walker was instrumental in the second half, making crucial free throws and assisting on key baskets that helped Penn State extend their advantage.
The Explorers, while fighting hard, struggled to keep pace with the Nittany Lions, particularly in the second half. Despite their efforts, they could not overcome the deficit established earlier in the game. The final scoring plays highlighted the Nittany Lions' ability to execute under pressure, sealing their victory with a series of successful shots.
Overall, this fixture was a testament to the Nittany Lions' current form and their ability to perform well on the road, while the Explorers will need to regroup and address their recent struggles as they move forward in the season.
Leaders
- PointsJerome Brewer Jr.13La Salle Explorers
- AssistsAshton Walker6La Salle Explorers
- ReboundsJerome Brewer Jr.7La Salle Explorers
- PointsMelih Tunca20Penn State Nittany Lions
- AssistsKayden Mingo7Penn State Nittany Lions
- ReboundsIvan Juric6Penn State Nittany Lions
Recent form
La Salle Explorers
Last 10: 4-6Streak L169.4 scored · 69.9 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L63-90at Temple OwlsNov 12
- W73-60vs Monmouth HawksNov 8
- W87-59vs Coppin State EaglesNov 5
- L70-75at Saint Joseph's HawksMar 13
- W78-71at Massachusetts MinutemenMar 12
- W81-74vs Saint Joseph's HawksMar 8
- L62-69at George Mason PatriotsMar 6
- L60-71at George Washington RevolutionariesMar 1
- L62-67vs Duquesne DukesFeb 26
- L58-63vs Richmond SpidersFeb 19
Penn State Nittany Lions
Last 10: 6-4Streak W476.9 scored · 70.7 allowed per game3-2 away
- W80-71vs Navy MidshipmenNov 11
- W87-43at New Haven ChargersNov 8
- W76-68vs Fairfield StagsNov 4
- W86-75at Wisconsin BadgersMar 8
- L64-68vs Maryland TerrapinsMar 1
- L78-83at Indiana HoosiersFeb 27
- W69-60at Minnesota Golden GophersFeb 22
- W89-72vs Nebraska CornhuskersFeb 19
- L73-75vs Washington HuskiesFeb 15
- L67-92at USC TrojansFeb 12
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 37-3 | - | 19-1 |
| Nebraska | 28-7 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Michigan State | 27-8 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Illinois | 28-9 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Wisconsin | 24-11 | 5 | 14-6 |
| Purdue | 30-9 | 6 | 13-7 |
| UCLA | 24-12 | 6 | 13-7 |
| Ohio State | 21-13 | 7 | 12-8 |
| Iowa | 24-13 | 9 | 10-10 |
| Indiana | 18-14 | 10 | 9-11 |
| Minnesota | 15-18 | 11 | 8-12 |
| USC | 18-14 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Washington | 16-17 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Rutgers | 14-20 | 13 | 6-14 |
| Northwestern | 15-19 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Oregon | 12-20 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Maryland | 12-21 | 15 | 4-16 |
| Penn State | 12-20 | 16 | 3-17 |
| 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 | Penn State Nittany Lions | La Salle Explorers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 33-57 | 25-50 |
| Field goal % | 58 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 10-20 | 7-16 |
| Three-point % | 50 | 44 |
| Free throws | 7-11 | 12-15 |
| Free throw % | 64 | 80 |
| Rebounds | 25 | 28 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 19 | 20 |
| Assists | 21 | 16 |
| Steals | 5 | 1 |
| Blocks | 1 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 7 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 3 |
| Points in the paint | 44 | 30 |
| Fouls | 16 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 21 | 5 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half48-32Melih Tunca made Layup. Assisted by Eli Rice.
- 2nd Half48-34Jaeden Marshall made Jumper. Assisted by Ashton Walker.
- 2nd Half50-34Kayden Mingo made Layup.
- 2nd Half50-36Eric Acker made Layup.
- 2nd Half52-36Kayden Mingo made Layup.
- 2nd Half52-37Josiah Harris made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-38Josiah Harris made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-38Ivan Juric made Dunk. Assisted by Tibor Mirtic.
- 2nd Half54-40Ashton Walker made Layup. Assisted by Eric Acker.
- 2nd Half54-42Eric Acker made Jumper.
- 2nd Half55-42Ivan Juric made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-42Tibor Mirtic made Layup. Assisted by Kayden Mingo.
- 2nd Half59-42Ivan Juric made Jumper.
- 2nd Half59-44Edwin Daniel made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half59-47Ashton Walker made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Eric Acker.
- 2nd Half62-47Dominick Stewart made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Freddie Dilione V.
- 2nd Half62-49Jerome Brewer Jr. made Jumper. Assisted by Ashton Walker.
- 2nd Half64-49Freddie Dilione V made Jumper.
- 2nd Half67-49Freddie Dilione V made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Melih Tunca.
- 2nd Half70-49Melih Tunca made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Freddie Dilione V.
- 2nd Half70-51Damon Strand made Layup. Assisted by Ashton Walker.
- 2nd Half70-53Justin Archer made Jumper. Assisted by Eric Acker.
- 2nd Half70-56Eric Acker made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half71-56Eli Rice made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-56Eli Rice made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-57Justin Archer made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-58Justin Archer made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-58Melih Tunca made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ivan Juric.
- 2nd Half75-59Eric Acker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-60Justin Archer made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-61Justin Archer made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-61Kayden Mingo made Layup. Assisted by Ivan Juric.
- 2nd Half77-62Ashton Walker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-63Ashton Walker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-65Josiah Harris made Layup. Assisted by Ashton Walker.
- 2nd Half77-67Josiah Harris made Jumper. Assisted by Ashton Walker.
- 2nd Half79-67Melih Tunca made Layup. Assisted by Kayden Mingo.
- 2nd Half81-67Freddie Dilione V made Jumper.
- 2nd Half83-67Freddie Dilione V made Dunk. Assisted by Kayden Mingo.
- 2nd Half83-69Jerome Brewer Jr. made Jumper.
Win probability
Above the line favours La Salle Explorers, below favours Penn State Nittany Lions.
Venue
- Xfinity Mobile ArenaPhiladelphia, PA
- OfficialsMike Roberts, Trey Styons, Tariq Lucas
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