Penn State Dominates New Haven in NCAAB Clash
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 1:00 PM ET · Jeffery P. Hazell Athletics Center
Penn State Nittany Lions 87, New Haven Chargers 43, 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 New Haven Chargers?
Penn State Nittany Lions beat New Haven Chargers 87-43 at Jeffery P. Hazell Athletics Center on November 8, 2025.
In a decisive matchup, the Penn State Nittany Lions triumphed over the New Haven Chargers with a final score of 87-43. This game showcased a stark contrast in performance between the two teams, particularly in the context of their recent form. New Haven entered the game with a record of 0-3, having lost their last two games, while Penn State was riding a two-game winning streak, improving their record to 2-0.
The game took place at the Jeffery P. Hazell Athletics Center, where New Haven struggled to find their rhythm. In their previous outings, New Haven averaged just 54.0 points per game while allowing 75.0. Their last two results included a 53-71 loss to the Columbia Lions and a 55-79 defeat against the UConn Huskies. In contrast, Penn State's recent form has been more promising, with an average of 71.7 points scored and 74.0 points allowed over their last ten games. Their latest victories included a 76-68 win against the Fairfield Stags and an 86-75 win over the Wisconsin Badgers.
Home court advantage did not play in favor of New Haven, who had a home record of 0-1 prior to this game. Penn State, on the other hand, had a balanced away record of 2-3, indicating their ability to perform outside their home venue. The stark difference in performance was evident throughout the game, with Penn State establishing a commanding lead early on.
The Nittany Lions' scoring was highlighted by several key plays in the second half, including a three-point jumper by Eli Rice and a series of free throws by Josh Reed. The final period saw Penn State extend their lead with a dunk from Mason Blackwood, showcasing their offensive prowess. New Haven managed to score only 43 points throughout the game, a reflection of their ongoing struggles on the court.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either team, suggesting that both sides were at full strength for this matchup. This absence of injury concerns may have contributed to Penn State's dominant performance.
The betting market had priced this game with New Haven having a home win probability of 0.0, indicating a strong expectation of a Penn State victory. This line reflected the confidence in Penn State's ability to outperform New Haven, which they did convincingly.
Conditions during the game appeared favorable for both teams, with no adverse weather or venue issues reported. The focus for viewers should have been on Penn State's offensive execution and their ability to capitalize on New Haven's defensive lapses. The Nittany Lions demonstrated effective teamwork and scoring efficiency, which were key factors in their overwhelming victory.
Overall, this game served as a clear indicator of the current state of both programs, with Penn State asserting themselves as a competitive force early in the season, while New Haven continues to seek answers to their ongoing struggles.
Leaders
- PointsJabri Fitzpatrick14New Haven Chargers
- AssistsNajimi George3New Haven Chargers
- ReboundsStefano Faloppa4New Haven Chargers
- PointsDominick Stewart18Penn State Nittany Lions
- AssistsKayden Mingo6Penn State Nittany Lions
- ReboundsFreddie Dilione V7Penn State Nittany Lions
Recent form
New Haven Chargers
Last 2: 0-2Streak L254 scored · 75 allowed per game0-1 at home
- L53-71vs Columbia LionsNov 7
- L55-79at UConn HuskiesNov 4
Penn State Nittany Lions
Last 10: 4-6Streak W271.7 scored · 74 allowed per game2-3 away
- 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
- L54-78at UCLA BruinsFeb 8
- L61-69vs Minnesota Golden GophersFeb 5
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 |
| Long Island University | 24-11 | - | 15-3 |
| Central Connecticut | 18-12 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Mercyhurst | 17-17 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Le Moyne | 15-17 | 5 | 10-8 |
| New Haven | 14-17 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Wagner | 14-17 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Stonehill | 12-21 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Fairleigh Dickinson | 11-21 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Saint Francis | 7-24 | 10 | 5-13 |
| Chicago State | 7-25 | 10 | 5-13 |
Box score
| Stat | Penn State Nittany Lions | New Haven Chargers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 32-61 | 17-45 |
| Field goal % | 52 | 38 |
| Three-pointers | 11-25 | 4-19 |
| Three-point % | 44 | 21 |
| Free throws | 12-16 | 5-8 |
| Free throw % | 75 | 63 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 24 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 18 |
| Assists | 17 | 9 |
| Steals | 7 | 2 |
| Blocks | 0 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 6 | 19 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 5 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 29 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 20 |
| Fouls | 12 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 46 | 3 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half34-20Freddie Dilione V made Free Throw.
- 1st Half35-20Freddie Dilione V made Free Throw.
- 1st Half37-20Melih Tunca made Jumper.
- 1st Half39-20Kayden Mingo made Layup.
- 1st Half41-20Tibor Mirtic made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 1st Half41-21Vere Anthony made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-23Andre Pasha made Jumper. Assisted by Maison Adeleye.
- 2nd Half44-23Kayden Mingo made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Eli Rice.
- 2nd Half44-26Jabri Fitzpatrick made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Najimi George.
- 2nd Half44-28Maison Adeleye made Layup. Assisted by Jabri Fitzpatrick.
- 2nd Half47-28Josh Reed made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Melih Tunca.
- 2nd Half50-28Eli Rice made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kayden Mingo.
- 2nd Half52-28Josh Reed made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half55-28Dominick Stewart made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half56-28Melih Tunca made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-29Vere Anthony made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-31Vere Anthony made Layup.
- 2nd Half59-31Dominick Stewart made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Freddie Dilione V.
- 2nd Half59-32Jabri Fitzpatrick made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-32Freddie Dilione V made Jumper.
- 2nd Half61-35Stefano Faloppa made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Najimi George.
- 2nd Half63-35Freddie Dilione V made Jumper. Assisted by Kayden Mingo.
- 2nd Half66-35Dominick Stewart made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kayden Mingo.
- 2nd Half66-37Andre Pasha made Jumper.
- 2nd Half69-37Dominick Stewart made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kayden Mingo.
- 2nd Half69-39Najimi George made Dunk. Assisted by Vere Anthony.
- 2nd Half70-39Josh Reed made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-39Josh Reed made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-41Vere Anthony made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half73-41Saša Ciani made Layup. Assisted by Melih Tunca.
- 2nd Half74-41Melih Tunca made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-41Melih Tunca made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-41Eli Rice made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Josh Reed.
- 2nd Half80-41Kayden Mingo made Layup.
- 2nd Half81-41Josh Reed made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half82-41Josh Reed made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half84-41Tibor Mirtic made Layup. Assisted by Ivan Juric.
- 2nd Half85-41Freddie Dilione V made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half87-41Mason Blackwood made Dunk. Assisted by Dominick Stewart.
- 2nd Half87-43Dior Kennedy made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours New Haven Chargers, below favours Penn State Nittany Lions.
Venue
- Jeffery P. Hazell Athletics CenterWest Haven, CT
- Attendance1087
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