Sacred Heart Tops Mount St. Mary's in Close Contest
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Knott Arena
Sacred Heart Pioneers 87, Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers 80, 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 Sacred Heart Pioneers vs Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers?
Sacred Heart Pioneers beat Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers 87-80 at Knott Arena on December 3, 2025.
Who was favored in Sacred Heart Pioneers vs Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers?
Sacred Heart Pioneers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -125 (about 56% implied). The favorite won.
In an exciting matchup at Knott Arena, the Sacred Heart Pioneers edged out the Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers with a final score of 87-80. This victory marks Sacred Heart's second consecutive win, improving their record to 4-5, while Mount St. Mary's falls to 2-8 for the season.
Sacred Heart entered the game with a recent form that reflected a struggling stretch, having lost their last two games prior to this matchup. Their overall record in the last ten games stood at 3-7, with an average of 77.2 points scored and 79.1 points allowed. In contrast, Mount St. Mary's had a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, averaging 65.4 points scored and allowing 75.1 points per game. Despite their struggles, Mount St. Mary's had recently secured a win against Howard Bison, which provided a glimmer of hope heading into this game.
Home and away performances have been starkly different for both teams. Mount St. Mary's had a home record of 1-1 in their last ten games, while Sacred Heart was still searching for their first away win, holding an 0-7 record on the road. This game was crucial for both teams to gain some momentum as they approached the midpoint of the season.
The previous meeting between these teams took place earlier in the season on January 12, 2025, where Mount St. Mary's narrowly defeated Sacred Heart 73-71. This history added an extra layer of competitiveness to the fixture, as both teams sought to assert dominance in their rivalry.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either roster, which meant both teams were at full strength heading into this game. This aspect is always pivotal in basketball, as the presence of key players can significantly influence the outcome.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Sacred Heart favored by a spread of 1.5 points, with a total set at 152.5 points. The odds indicated a competitive matchup, reflecting the close nature of the teams' records and recent performances.
As the game unfolded, Dashon Gittens played a crucial role for Sacred Heart, contributing significantly to the scoring in the second half. His layup and subsequent free throws helped to extend Sacred Heart's lead late in the game. Anastasios Rozakeas also made a notable impact with a three-point jumper that kept Mount St. Mary's within striking distance. However, Sacred Heart's ability to convert free throws in the closing moments ultimately sealed their victory.
Fans watching the game were treated to a display of offensive basketball, with both teams trading baskets throughout the contest. The final score reflects the competitive nature of the game, with Sacred Heart managing to maintain a slight edge despite a strong effort from Mount St. Mary's.
Overall, this matchup showcased the resilience of Sacred Heart as they navigated through a challenging season, while Mount St. Mary's will need to regroup and focus on improving their defensive efforts as they continue their campaign.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SHU -1.5 | 152.5 o -105 / u -115 | Sacred Heart Pioneers -125 · Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers +105 |
Leaders
- PointsJustin Amadi16Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers
- AssistsArlandus Keyes6Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers
- ReboundsJustin Amadi9Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers
- PointsDashon Gittens23Sacred Heart Pioneers
- AssistsMekhi Conner7Sacred Heart Pioneers
- ReboundsDashon Gittens7Sacred Heart Pioneers
Recent form
Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers
Last 10: 4-6Streak W165.4 scored · 75.1 allowed per game1-1 at home
- 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
- L62-73vs Bucknell BisonNov 8
- L54-70at West Virginia MountaineersNov 5
- W63-49at Iona GaelsMar 15
- W57-55at Merrimack WarriorsMar 15
Sacred Heart Pioneers
Last 10: 3-7Streak L277.2 scored · 79.1 allowed per game0-7 away
- L59-90at Penn State Nittany LionsNov 29
- L106-108at Central Connecticut Blue DevilsNov 25
- W79-66vs Holy Cross CrusadersNov 22
- L64-81at Queens University RoyalsNov 15
- L60-94at Villanova WildcatsNov 12
- L80-92at Duquesne DukesNov 8
- W103-46vs Merchant Marine MarinersNov 5
- L62-66at Merrimack WarriorsMar 13
- W71-58vs Fairfield StagsMar 12
- L88-90at Iona GaelsMar 8
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 | Sacred Heart Pioneers | Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-57 | 31-62 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 13-34 | 9-27 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 33 |
| Free throws | 24-28 | 9-14 |
| Free throw % | 86 | 64 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 29 |
| Offensive rebounds | 15 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 19 |
| Assists | 15 | 17 |
| Steals | 8 | 8 |
| Blocks | 4 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 40 |
| Fouls | 15 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 10 | 8 |
| Lead changes | 9 | 9 |
| Time in front | 69 | 25 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half52-45Yann Farell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-45Nyle Ralph-Beyer made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mekhi Conner.
- 2nd Half55-47Luke McEldon made Jumper. Assisted by Arlandus Keyes.
- 2nd Half55-49Xavier Lipscomb made Layup.
- 2nd Half55-51Luke McEldon made Layup.
- 2nd Half55-54Anastasios Rozakeas made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Xavier Lipscomb.
- 2nd Half56-54Yann Farell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-56Yakhya Diop made Layup. Assisted by Arlandus Keyes.
- 2nd Half58-56Anquan Hill made Layup.
- 2nd Half58-58Mason So made Jumper.
- 2nd Half60-58Jaden Slaughter made Jumper. Assisted by Dashon Gittens.
- 2nd Half60-59Justin Amadi made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-59Anquan Hill made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-59Abdou Yadd made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half64-61Justin Amadi made Layup. Assisted by Xavier Lipscomb.
- 2nd Half65-61Dashon Gittens made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-61Dashon Gittens made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-61Abdou Yadd made Layup.
- 2nd Half68-64Anastasios Rozakeas made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Luke McEldon.
- 2nd Half68-66Arlandus Keyes made Jumper.
- 2nd Half71-66Abdou Yadd made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mekhi Conner.
- 2nd Half72-66Dashon Gittens made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-66Anquan Hill made Dunk. Assisted by Dashon Gittens.
- 2nd Half74-68Justin Amadi made Layup. Assisted by Xavier Lipscomb.
- 2nd Half74-70Justin Amadi made Layup.
- 2nd Half74-71Justin Amadi made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-71Dashon Gittens made Layup.
- 2nd Half76-73Xavier Lipscomb made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half77-73Yann Farell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-73Yann Farell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-75Justin Amadi made Layup. Assisted by Mason So.
- 2nd Half80-75Dashon Gittens made Dunk. Assisted by Mekhi Conner.
- 2nd Half82-75Dashon Gittens made Layup.
- 2nd Half83-75Dashon Gittens made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half84-75Dashon Gittens made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half85-75Dashon Gittens made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half85-78Anastasios Rozakeas made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Arlandus Keyes.
- 2nd Half85-80Abdou Khadre Kébé made Layup.
- 2nd Half86-80Mekhi Conner made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half87-80Mekhi Conner made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers, below favours Sacred Heart Pioneers.
Venue
- Knott ArenaEmmitsburg, MD
- Attendance1782
- OfficialsGreg Evans, Michael Nardone, Mike Palua
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