Villanova Dominates Sacred Heart in Convincing Win
Tuesday, November 11, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Finneran Pavilion
Villanova Wildcats 94, Sacred Heart Pioneers 60, 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 Villanova Wildcats?
Villanova Wildcats beat Sacred Heart Pioneers 94-60 at Finneran Pavilion on November 11, 2025.
In a commanding performance, the Villanova Wildcats triumphed over the Sacred Heart Pioneers with a final score of 94-60 at Finneran Pavilion. This matchup showcased Villanova's strong home advantage, improving their record to 3-1 for the season, while Sacred Heart fell to 1-3. Villanova's recent form has been a mix of ups and downs, with a record of 5-5 over their last ten games, but they are currently on a one-game winning streak. In their last outing before this game, they defeated the Queens University Royals 94-74, demonstrating their offensive capabilities by averaging 69.7 points scored and 67.9 points allowed over their last ten games.
Sacred Heart, on the other hand, has struggled to find consistency. They have a similar 5-5 record in their last ten games but are currently on a one-game losing streak, having lost to the Duquesne Dukes 80-92 in their previous contest. The Pioneers have averaged 76.7 points scored and 70.2 points allowed in their last ten games, showing they can score but have been vulnerable defensively. Their away record continues to be a concern, now standing at 1-6.
Villanova's home record remains impressive at 4-0, while Sacred Heart has struggled on the road with a 1-5 record. Historically, Villanova has had the upper hand in previous meetings, and this game continued that trend decisively. The Wildcats' ability to dominate at home has been a hallmark of their play, and they capitalized on this advantage against Sacred Heart.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details that would affect the lineup for either team, indicating both squads were likely at full strength for this matchup. The absence of injury concerns allowed both teams to field their best players, contributing to the competitive nature of the game.
Betting lines prior to the game indicated a strong likelihood of a Villanova victory, with a home win probability of 1.0, reflecting the market's confidence in their performance at home. The conditions at Finneran Pavilion were favorable for the Wildcats, contributing to their strong showing.
Viewers should have watched for Villanova's offensive execution, particularly in the second half, where they outscored Sacred Heart significantly. Key moments included Devin Askew making crucial shots, including a jumper and a layup, which helped extend Villanova's lead. The Wildcats' ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities and maintain defensive pressure was evident throughout the game, ultimately leading to a decisive victory.
Leaders
- PointsBryce Lindsay27Villanova Wildcats
- AssistsAcaden Lewis8Villanova Wildcats
- ReboundsDuke Brennan11Villanova Wildcats
- PointsMekhi Conner15Sacred Heart Pioneers
- AssistsAnquan Hill4Sacred Heart Pioneers
- ReboundsMekhi Conner4Sacred Heart Pioneers
Recent form
Villanova Wildcats
Last 10: 5-5Streak W169.7 scored · 67.9 allowed per game4-0 at home
- W94-74vs Queens University RoyalsNov 9
- L66-71at BYU CougarsNov 4
- L56-73at UConn HuskiesMar 14
- W67-55vs Seton Hall PiratesMar 13
- L73-75at Georgetown HoyasMar 5
- W80-70vs Butler BulldogsMar 1
- W59-54at Seton Hall PiratesFeb 27
- W81-66vs Marquette Golden EaglesFeb 22
- L59-66at UConn HuskiesFeb 18
- L62-75at Providence FriarsFeb 15
Sacred Heart Pioneers
Last 10: 5-5Streak L176.7 scored · 70.2 allowed per game1-5 away
- 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
- W60-59at Merrimack WarriorsFeb 22
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 |
| 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 | Sacred Heart Pioneers | Villanova Wildcats |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-56 | 34-62 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 55 |
| Three-pointers | 12-30 | 22-43 |
| Three-point % | 40 | 51 |
| Free throws | 2-3 | 4-6 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 67 |
| Rebounds | 25 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 16 | 23 |
| Assists | 16 | 28 |
| Steals | 6 | 9 |
| Blocks | 0 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 27 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 20 |
| Fouls | 8 | 11 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 39 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half19-40Devin Askew made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Acaden Lewis.
- 1st Half21-40Nyle Ralph-Beyer made Jumper.
- 1st Half21-43Bryce Lindsay made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Chris Jeffrey.
- 1st Half21-46Bryce Lindsay made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Acaden Lewis.
- 1st Half21-49Bryce Lindsay made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Devin Askew.
- 1st Half23-49Anquan Hill made Dunk. Assisted by Mekhi Conner.
- 1st Half23-52Devin Askew made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Acaden Lewis.
- 1st Half26-52Anquan Hill made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Fallou Gueye.
- 2nd Half29-52Mekhi Conner made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Anquan Hill.
- 2nd Half29-55Bryce Lindsay made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Matt Hodge.
- 2nd Half29-57Matt Hodge made Layup.
- 2nd Half32-57Yann Farell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Taj Bryant.
- 2nd Half32-59Duke Brennan made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half32-62Bryce Lindsay made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Acaden Lewis.
- 2nd Half35-62Yann Farell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mekhi Conner.
- 2nd Half35-65Tyler Perkins made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Matt Hodge.
- 2nd Half37-65Anquan Hill made Layup.
- 2nd Half37-68Devin Askew made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Acaden Lewis.
- 2nd Half40-68Mekhi Conner made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Anquan Hill.
- 2nd Half40-71Matt Hodge made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Acaden Lewis.
- 2nd Half40-74Chris Jeffrey made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Malachi Palmer.
- 2nd Half40-76Chris Jeffrey made Layup. Assisted by Braden Pierce.
- 2nd Half43-76Mekhi Conner made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Taj Bryant.
- 2nd Half43-78Tyler Perkins made Layup. Assisted by Malachi Palmer.
- 2nd Half43-81Devin Askew made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Matt Hodge.
- 2nd Half45-81Abdou Yadd made Layup. Assisted by Fallou Gueye.
- 2nd Half45-84Chris Jeffrey made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Matt Hodge.
- 2nd Half47-84Fallou Gueye made Layup.
- 2nd Half50-84Fallou Gueye made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Abdou Yadd.
- 2nd Half53-84Abdou Yadd made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Taj Bryant.
- 2nd Half53-85Duke Brennan made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-86Duke Brennan made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-88Devin Askew made Jumper.
- 2nd Half53-90Devin Askew made Layup.
- 2nd Half55-90Jaden Slaughter made Layup.
- 2nd Half56-90Fallou Gueye made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-91Wade Chiddick made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-91Lucius Gibson-Savadel made Layup.
- 2nd Half58-94Malachi Palmer made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tyler Perkins.
- 2nd Half60-94Fallou Gueye made Layup. Assisted by Abdou Yadd.
Win probability
Above the line favours Villanova Wildcats, below favours Sacred Heart Pioneers.
Venue
- Finneran PavilionVillanova, PA
- Attendance6501
- OfficialsJeff Clark, Lamar Simpson, Nathan Hall
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