Robert Morris Defeats Saint Francis 79-70 in NCAAB Showdown
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 1:00 PM ET · DeGol Arena
Robert Morris Colonials 79, Saint Francis Red Wolves 70, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Robert Morris Colonials vs Saint Francis Red Wolves?
Robert Morris Colonials beat Saint Francis Red Wolves 79-70 at DeGol Arena on December 20, 2025.
Who was favored in Robert Morris Colonials vs Saint Francis Red Wolves?
Robert Morris Colonials were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1350 (about 93% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Robert Morris Colonials secured a 79-70 victory over the Saint Francis Red Wolves at DeGol Arena. This win extends Robert Morris's impressive away record to 10-4, while Saint Francis struggles with a 2-11 overall record. The Colonials have been in solid form lately, boasting a record of 7-3 in their last ten games, with a current winning streak of two. In contrast, Saint Francis has faced challenges, going 2-8 in their last ten outings and currently on a three-game losing streak.
The scoring averages tell a compelling story about both teams. Robert Morris has averaged 74.8 points per game while allowing 69.2, showcasing their ability to score effectively while maintaining a relatively solid defense. Saint Francis, however, has averaged 69.2 points scored but has been plagued by a higher average of 80.4 points allowed. This discrepancy in scoring efficiency has contributed significantly to their struggles this season.
At home, Saint Francis holds a record of 2-1, but their away performance has been dismal, with an 0-7 record. Robert Morris, on the other hand, has excelled at home with a 6-0 record, but their away performance is less impressive at 1-3. This game marked a continuation of the Red Wolves' difficulties in away games, as they have not been able to secure a win on the road this season.
In their previous meeting on December 21, 2024, Robert Morris defeated Saint Francis 90-77, indicating a trend of dominance in their matchups. The Colonials have now won both encounters this season, further solidifying their upper hand in this rivalry.
The odds from DraftKings reflected Robert Morris as a strong favorite, with a spread of 13.5 points and a moneyline of -1350 for the Colonials, while Saint Francis was listed at +800. The total for the game was set at 145.5, suggesting expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair, which ultimately played out as the teams combined for 149 points.
As for the conditions during the game, both teams faced a competitive atmosphere at DeGol Arena, which typically impacts player performance. The scoring plays in the second half showed moments of tension, with Zion Russell and Cam Wilds contributing crucial free throws that helped maintain Robert Morris's lead. The Red Wolves fought to close the gap, but the Colonials' free throws and consistent scoring proved too much.
Overall, this matchup highlighted the contrasting trajectories of both programs this season. Robert Morris continues to build on their successful campaign, while Saint Francis seeks to find answers to their ongoing struggles.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | RMU -13.5 | 145.5 o -112 / u -108 | Robert Morris Colonials -1350 · Saint Francis Red Wolves +800 |
Leaders
- PointsSkylar Wicks19Saint Francis Red Wolves
- AssistsSkylar Wicks4Saint Francis Red Wolves
- ReboundsSkylar Wicks8Saint Francis Red Wolves
- PointsDeSean Goode24Robert Morris Colonials
- AssistsRyan Prather Jr.9Robert Morris Colonials
- ReboundsDeSean Goode8Robert Morris Colonials
Recent form
Saint Francis Red Wolves
Last 10: 2-8Streak L369.2 scored · 80.4 allowed per game2-1 at home
- L61-102at Florida GatorsDec 17
- L67-95at Temple OwlsDec 14
- L56-89at Radford HighlandersDec 7
- W100-41vs Penn State Shenango Nittany LionsDec 4
- L74-96at Xavier MusketeersDec 2
- W85-60vs Franciscan BaronsNov 29
- L64-74at Troy TrojansNov 26
- L57-94at Belmont BruinsNov 24
- L62-79at Lehigh Mountain HawksNov 19
- L66-74vs Mount St. Mary's MountaineersNov 12
Robert Morris Colonials
Last 10: 7-3Streak W274.8 scored · 69.2 allowed per game1-3 away
- W80-77vs Youngstown State PenguinsDec 18
- W75-70vs Toledo RocketsDec 13
- L72-74at Milwaukee PanthersDec 7
- W80-78at Green Bay PhoenixDec 5
- W80-62vs Stetson HattersNov 30
- W61-54vs Southern Utah ThunderbirdsNov 28
- W88-74vs UIC FlamesNov 26
- L70-71at Monmouth HawksNov 23
- L61-75at St. Bonaventure BonniesNov 20
- W81-57vs Pittsburgh-Greensburg GREENSBURGNov 14
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wright State | 23-12 | - | 15-5 |
| Robert Morris | 22-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Green Bay | 18-15 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Detroit Mercy | 17-15 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Oakland | 16-16 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Purdue Fort Wayne | 17-15 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Northern Kentucky | 20-14 | 5 | 10-10 |
| Youngstown State | 15-17 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Milwaukee | 12-20 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Cleveland State | 11-22 | 9 | 6-14 |
| IU Indianapolis | 7-25 | 12 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Robert Morris Colonials | Saint Francis Red Wolves |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-47 | 27-61 |
| Field goal % | 53 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 12-22 | 11-26 |
| Three-point % | 55 | 42 |
| Free throws | 17-23 | 5-10 |
| Free throw % | 74 | 50 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 28 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 19 |
| Assists | 20 | 15 |
| Steals | 2 | 8 |
| Blocks | 0 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 2 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 26 |
| Fouls | 15 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 13 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 58 | 38 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half39-34Albert Vargas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half40-34Ryan Prather Jr. makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half40-36Skylar Wicks makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half42-36DeSean Goode makes layup (Ryan Prather Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half42-38Zion Russell makes layup
- 2nd Half45-38DeSean Goode makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ryan Prather Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half45-41Zion Russell makes 22-foot three point jumper (Skylar Wicks assists)
- 2nd Half45-44Zion Russell makes 25-foot three point jumper (Victor Payne assists)
- 2nd Half48-44Josh Hill makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kaleb Brown assists)
- 2nd Half48-46Zion Russell makes layup
- 2nd Half51-46Cam Wilds makes 23-foot three point jumper (Ryan Prather Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half53-46Eddie Cooke Iii makes layup (Albert Vargas assists)
- 2nd Half53-48Skylar Wicks makes layup
- 2nd Half55-48Cam Wilds makes layup
- 2nd Half55-50Skylar Wicks makes layup (Ahmad Harrison assists)
- 2nd Half57-50Samuel Obenjo makes 8-foot dunk (Ryan Prather Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half60-50Ryan Prather Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Samuel Obenjo assists)
- 2nd Half60-53Ralph Martino Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper (Ahmad Harrison assists)
- 2nd Half62-53Josh Hill makes layup (Samuel Obenjo assists)
- 2nd Half65-53Cam Wilds makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kaleb Brown assists)
- 2nd Half66-53DeSean Goode makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-55Skylar Wicks makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half68-55DeSean Goode makes layup (Ryan Prather Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half68-58Ralph Martino Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Gestin Liberis assists)
- 2nd Half68-60Skylar Wicks makes layup
- 2nd Half71-60Cam Wilds makes 22-foot three point jumper (Ryan Prather Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half71-62Gestin Liberis makes layup (Ralph Martino Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half71-63Gestin Liberis makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half71-65Skylar Wicks makes layup
- 2nd Half73-65DeSean Goode makes layup (Ryan Prather Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half74-65DeSean Goode makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-65DeSean Goode makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-66Zion Russell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-67Zion Russell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-68Zion Russell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-68Cam Wilds makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-68Cam Wilds makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-70Skylar Wicks makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half78-70Albert Vargas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-70Albert Vargas makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Saint Francis Red Wolves, below favours Robert Morris Colonials.
Venue
- DeGol ArenaLoretto, PA
- Attendance385
- OfficialsGuy Pagano, Ben Syroka, Jason Stallworth
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