NCAAB · Final

Seton Hall Dominates Rutgers in Rivalry Matchup

Saturday, December 13, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Prudential Center

Seton Hall Pirates 81, Rutgers Scarlet Knights 59, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Seton Hall Pirates?

Seton Hall Pirates beat Rutgers Scarlet Knights 81-59 at Prudential Center on December 13, 2025.

Who was favored in Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Seton Hall Pirates?

Seton Hall Pirates were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1100 (about 92% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive victory, the Seton Hall Pirates defeated the Rutgers Scarlet Knights with a final score of 81-59 at the Prudential Center. This win marks a continuation of Seton Hall's strong performance this season, improving their home record to 6-0 and overall record to 11-1. The Pirates have been on a roll lately, winning their last three games and boasting a 9-1 record over their last ten outings, with an average of 76.1 points scored and only 61.9 points allowed per game.

On the other hand, Rutgers has struggled this season, now holding a 5-7 record after this loss. The Scarlet Knights have lost their last two games and have a 1-4 record in their last five contests, averaging just 65.6 points while allowing 80.0 points per game during that stretch. Their away record remains bleak at 0-4, highlighting their difficulties in hostile environments.

In their previous meeting earlier this season, Seton Hall fell to Rutgers, losing 63-66. However, this rematch showcased a different narrative, with Seton Hall clearly asserting dominance throughout the game. The Pirates' strong home court advantage was evident as they outscored Rutgers significantly, especially in the second half.

The scoring plays in the second half illustrated Seton Hall's offensive prowess, with key contributions from players like Elijah Fisher and Mike Williams, who each made significant baskets to extend the lead. The Pirates' ability to maintain pressure and execute plays effectively was instrumental in their victory.

The market had set the spread at -13.5 in favor of Seton Hall, according to DraftKings, reflecting the confidence in the Pirates' ability to perform well at home. The total for the game was set at 136.5, which the teams combined to exceed comfortably.

As for injuries, the block did not provide specific details about player availability, but the performance disparities suggest that Seton Hall's roster depth and health may have played a role in their success.

Conditions at the Prudential Center were likely favorable for Seton Hall, contributing to their strong showing. Fans witnessed an energetic game, and the atmosphere was charged, further motivating the home team.

Overall, this matchup served as a testament to Seton Hall's capabilities as they continue to build momentum in the season, while Rutgers will need to regroup and address their recent struggles as they look ahead to future games.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	HALL -13.5	136.5 o -112 / u -108	Rutgers Scarlet Knights +700 · Seton Hall Pirates -1100

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Leaders

PointsAJ Staton-McCray18Seton Hall Pirates
AssistsAdam Clark7Seton Hall Pirates
ReboundsElijah Fisher6Seton Hall Pirates
PointsHarun Zrno15Rutgers Scarlet Knights
AssistsDarren Buchanan Jr.2Rutgers Scarlet Knights
ReboundsEmmanuel Ogbole8Rutgers Scarlet Knights

Recent form

Seton Hall Pirates

Last 10: 9-1Streak W376.1 scored · 61.9 allowed per game6-0 at home

W78-67at Kansas State WildcatsDec 6
W77-61vs Central Connecticut Blue DevilsDec 4
W75-61at Washington State CougarsNov 26
L81-83at USC TrojansNov 25
W85-74at NC State WolfpackNov 24
W68-45vs New Haven ChargersNov 19
W70-58vs Monmouth HawksNov 14
W82-59vs Fairfield StagsNov 11
W68-61vs Wagner SeahawksNov 8
W77-50vs Saint Peter's PeacocksNov 4

Rutgers Scarlet Knights

Last 10: 5-5Streak L269.9 scored · 72.3 allowed per game0-3 away

L60-101at Michigan WolverinesDec 6
L65-81vs Purdue BoilermakersDec 3
W80-65vs UNLV RebelsNov 27
L63-68at Notre Dame Fighting IrishNov 25
L60-85at Tennessee VolunteersNov 24
L54-67vs Central Connecticut Blue DevilsNov 21
W80-71vs American University EaglesNov 18
W84-72vs Lehigh Mountain HawksNov 14
W72-60vs Maine Black BearsNov 10
W81-53vs Rider BroncsNov 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
St. John's	30-7	-	18-2
UConn	34-6	1	17-3
Villanova	24-9	3	15-5
Seton Hall	21-12	8	10-10
Creighton	16-18	9	9-11
DePaul	16-16	10	8-12
Butler	16-16	11	7-13
Providence	15-18	11	7-13
Marquette	12-20	11	7-13
Georgetown	16-18	12	6-14
Xavier	15-18	12	6-14

Box score

Stat	Rutgers Scarlet Knights	Seton Hall Pirates
Field goals	19-53	34-62
Field goal %	36	55
Three-pointers	6-15	4-13
Three-point %	40	31
Free throws	15-22	9-12
Free throw %	68	75
Rebounds	29	36
Offensive rebounds	15	14
Defensive rebounds	14	22
Assists	9	19
Steals	8	13
Blocks	2	7
Turnovers	18	15
Team turnovers	0	2
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	11	21
Fast-break points	8	16
Points in the paint	24	52
Fouls	17	19
Largest lead	0	24
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	0	97

How the scoring went

2nd Half29-39Dylan Grant made Free Throw.
2nd Half29-40Stephon Payne made Free Throw.
2nd Half29-41Stephon Payne made Free Throw.
2nd Half31-41Dylan Grant made Jumper.
2nd Half31-43Elijah Fisher made Layup.
2nd Half32-43Emmanuel Ogbole made Free Throw.
2nd Half33-43Bryce Dortch made Free Throw.
2nd Half34-43Bryce Dortch made Free Throw.
2nd Half34-45Tajuan Simpkins made Dunk.
2nd Half36-45Bryce Dortch made Layup. Assisted by Kaden Powers.
2nd Half36-47Adam Clark made Layup.
2nd Half39-47Tariq Francis made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Darren Buchanan Jr..
2nd Half39-50Adam Clark made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Josh Rivera.
2nd Half39-52Josh Rivera made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half39-54Najai Hines made Layup. Assisted by Tajuan Simpkins.
2nd Half41-54Kaden Powers made Jumper.
2nd Half41-56Najai Hines made Layup.
2nd Half42-56Darren Buchanan Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half44-56Dylan Grant made Layup.
2nd Half44-58Najai Hines made Layup.
2nd Half44-59Najai Hines made Free Throw.
2nd Half44-61AJ Staton-McCray made Layup. Assisted by Elijah Fisher.
2nd Half45-61Emmanuel Ogbole made Free Throw.
2nd Half46-61Emmanuel Ogbole made Free Throw.
2nd Half48-61Dylan Grant made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half48-63AJ Staton-McCray made Layup. Assisted by Tajuan Simpkins.
2nd Half49-63Tariq Francis made Free Throw.
2nd Half49-65AJ Staton-McCray made Layup. Assisted by Elijah Fisher.
2nd Half52-65Harun Zrno made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Emmanuel Ogbole.
2nd Half52-67Adam Clark made Jumper.
2nd Half52-69Tajuan Simpkins made Layup.
2nd Half52-71Elijah Fisher made Layup. Assisted by AJ Staton-McCray.
2nd Half52-73Adam Clark made Layup.
2nd Half52-74Adam Clark made Free Throw.
2nd Half54-74Darren Buchanan Jr. made Layup.
2nd Half54-76Elijah Fisher made Layup. Assisted by Tajuan Simpkins.
2nd Half54-78Stephon Payne made Layup. Assisted by Elijah Fisher.
2nd Half57-78Dylan Grant made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Darren Buchanan Jr..
2nd Half57-81Mike Williams made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by AJ Staton-McCray.
2nd Half59-81Tariq Francis made Layup.

Win probability

Above the line favours Seton Hall Pirates, below favours Rutgers Scarlet Knights.