Queens University Royals Defeat Sacred Heart Pioneers 81-64
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 3:00 PM ET · Curry Arena
Queens University Royals 81, Sacred Heart Pioneers 64, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Sacred Heart Pioneers vs Queens University Royals?
Queens University Royals beat Sacred Heart Pioneers 81-64 at Curry Arena on November 15, 2025.
In a decisive matchup at Curry Arena, the Queens University Royals secured a commanding 81-64 victory over the Sacred Heart Pioneers. This game showcased the Royals' ability to capitalize on their home court advantage, improving their home record to 3-1 while the Pioneers fell to 1-4 on the road.
The Royals entered this game with a mixed recent form, holding a record of 4-6 over their last ten games, including a two-game losing streak prior to this contest. They averaged 77.0 points scored per game while allowing 77.9 points, indicating a tendency for high-scoring affairs. In their last five games, they managed to score an average of 78.2 points but struggled defensively, allowing an average of 83.8 points. Their performance at home has been notably better, with a 2-1 record in home games leading up to this fixture.
On the other hand, the Sacred Heart Pioneers have had a challenging start to the season, with a 1-3 record away from home. Their overall form also reflected struggles, as they recorded a 4-6 record in their last ten games and were on a two-game losing streak as well. The Pioneers averaged 76.7 points scored per game while allowing 73.7 points, which suggests they have been more defensively sound compared to the Royals, though their recent performances have not translated into wins. In their last five games, they averaged 75.2 points scored and allowed 71.2 points, indicating a slight improvement defensively.
The matchup was particularly interesting given the teams' previous encounters. However, the block did not provide specific details on past meetings, leaving the context of their rivalry somewhat undefined.
In terms of injuries, the block did not mention any specific players missing from either lineup, suggesting both teams were at full strength for this contest. This factor often plays a crucial role in determining the outcome of games, especially in the early season when teams are still finding their rhythm.
The betting market had priced the Royals as heavy favorites for this matchup, with a home win probability of 1.0, indicating a strong expectation for them to win. This aligns with the Royals' home performance and the Pioneers' struggles on the road.
Conditions for the game were typical for an indoor basketball matchup, with no adverse weather factors affecting play. The atmosphere in Curry Arena was likely charged, as home crowds often provide a significant boost to their teams.
As the game unfolded, the Royals took control early and maintained pressure throughout. Key scoring plays in the second half included a layup by Carson Schwieger, a jumper by Nasir Mann, and a dunk by Avantae Parker, all contributing to the Royals' lead. The Pioneers attempted to respond with a three-point jumper from Dashon Gittens and a layup by Jaden Slaughter, but they could not close the gap.
Overall, this game highlighted the Royals' offensive capabilities and their ability to leverage home court advantage, while the Pioneers will need to reassess their strategies moving forward as they continue to seek their footing in the season.
Leaders
- PointsCarson Schwieger17Queens University Royals
- AssistsNasir Mann4Queens University Royals
- ReboundsGus Larson9Queens University Royals
- PointsAnquan Hill19Sacred Heart Pioneers
- AssistsMekhi Conner4Sacred Heart Pioneers
- ReboundsTaj Bryant8Sacred Heart Pioneers
Recent form
Queens University Royals
Last 10: 4-6Streak L277 scored · 77.9 allowed per game2-1 at home
- L81-87at Duquesne DukesNov 12
- L74-94at Villanova WildcatsNov 9
- W87-76vs Lynchburg HornetsNov 6
- L74-81at Winthrop EaglesNov 3
- L75-81at Lipscomb BisonsMar 7
- W71-65at Florida Gulf Coast EaglesMar 4
- L69-74at North Alabama LionsFeb 27
- W72-57at West Georgia WolvesFeb 25
- L78-92vs Austin Peay GovernorsFeb 21
- W89-72vs Central Arkansas BearsFeb 19
Sacred Heart Pioneers
Last 10: 4-6Streak L276.7 scored · 73.7 allowed per game0-6 away
- 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
- L74-90at Manhattan JaspersMar 7
- W83-62vs Fairfield StagsMar 2
- W67-54vs Marist Red FoxesMar 1
- L79-85at Saint Peter's PeacocksFeb 23
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 |
| Austin Peay | 22-9 | +1 | 15-3 |
| Central Arkansas | 22-12 | +1 | 15-3 |
| Queens University | 21-14 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Lipscomb | 19-13 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Florida Gulf Coast | 16-18 | 7 | 8-10 |
| West Georgia | 15-17 | 6 | 8-10 |
| Bellarmine | 13-19 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Jacksonville | 12-20 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Stetson | 12-21 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Eastern Kentucky | 11-21 | 7 | 7-11 |
| North Florida | 7-25 | 10 | 5-13 |
| North Alabama | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Sacred Heart Pioneers | Queens University Royals |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-65 | 29-59 |
| Field goal % | 35 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 10-32 | 16-36 |
| Three-point % | 31 | 44 |
| Free throws | 8-11 | 7-8 |
| Free throw % | 73 | 88 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 39 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 19 | 30 |
| Assists | 9 | 20 |
| Steals | 8 | 6 |
| Blocks | 1 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 20 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 27 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 26 |
| Fouls | 11 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 25 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half21-43Maban Jabriel made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Gus Larson.
- 1st Half24-43Abdou Yadd made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mekhi Conner.
- 1st Half27-43Taj Bryant made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Abdou Yadd.
- 1st Half30-43Dashon Gittens made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mekhi Conner.
- 1st Half31-43Taj Bryant made Free Throw.
- 1st Half31-44Gus Larson made Free Throw.
- 1st Half31-47Carson Schwieger made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Yoav Berman.
- 1st Half34-47Anquan Hill made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mekhi Conner.
- 2nd Half35-47Mekhi Conner made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-47Mekhi Conner made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-47Anquan Hill made Layup. Assisted by Mekhi Conner.
- 2nd Half38-50Chris Ashby made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kam Clark.
- 2nd Half39-50Anquan Hill made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-50Anquan Hill made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-53Chris Ashby made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jordan Watford.
- 2nd Half42-53Anquan Hill made Jumper.
- 2nd Half42-55Avantae Parker made Layup. Assisted by Maban Jabriel.
- 2nd Half44-55Dashon Gittens made Layup.
- 2nd Half44-58Chris Ashby made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Yoav Berman.
- 2nd Half47-58Taj Bryant made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Yann Farell.
- 2nd Half47-61Chris Ashby made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Nasir Mann.
- 2nd Half48-61Taj Bryant made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-61Taj Bryant made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-64Yoav Berman made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Nasir Mann.
- 2nd Half50-64Mekhi Conner made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-67Carson Schwieger made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Nasir Mann.
- 2nd Half50-68Yoav Berman made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-69Yoav Berman made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-70Yoav Berman made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-70Yann Farell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Taj Bryant.
- 2nd Half53-72Nasir Mann made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half56-72Taj Bryant made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half56-74Carson Schwieger made Layup. Assisted by Nasir Mann.
- 2nd Half56-76Nasir Mann made Jumper.
- 2nd Half56-77Nasir Mann made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-77Mekhi Conner made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half59-79Avantae Parker made Layup.
- 2nd Half59-81Avantae Parker made Dunk.
- 2nd Half62-81Dashon Gittens made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Taj Bryant.
- 2nd Half64-81Jaden Slaughter made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours Queens University Royals, below favours Sacred Heart Pioneers.
Venue
- Curry ArenaCharlotte, NC
- Attendance678
- OfficialsPatrick Harwood, Ryan Christian, Daniel Clark
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