Radford Dominates Saint Francis in Convincing Win
Sunday, December 7, 2025, 2:30 PM ET · The Dedmon Center
Radford Highlanders 89, Saint Francis Red Wolves 56, 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 Saint Francis Red Wolves vs Radford Highlanders?
Radford Highlanders beat Saint Francis Red Wolves 89-56 at The Dedmon Center on December 7, 2025.
Who was favored in Saint Francis Red Wolves vs Radford Highlanders?
Radford Highlanders were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1000 (about 91% implied). The favorite won.
The Radford Highlanders delivered a commanding performance against the Saint Francis Red Wolves, securing a decisive victory with a final score of 89-56 at The Dedmon Center. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it showcased the Highlanders' ability to bounce back from recent struggles, while the Red Wolves continued to face challenges on the road.
Radford entered the game with a home record of 4-7 and was looking to improve upon their recent form, which included a record of 3-7 over their last ten games. They had averaged 77.4 points scored per game while allowing 81.8 points during that stretch. Their most recent outing before this game resulted in a loss to the Southern Miss Golden Eagles, where they fell 75-82. However, Radford had shown flashes of offensive prowess, particularly in a high-scoring win against the Notre Dame (MD) Gators, where they triumphed 102-75.
In contrast, Saint Francis came into the game with a record of 2-8 and had struggled significantly, particularly in away games where they had only managed a single victory out of seven attempts. Their recent form reflected a record of 3-7 in their last ten games, averaging 68.3 points scored and allowing 76.7 points. They had secured a much-needed win against the Penn State Shenango Nittany Lions, dominating them 100-41 in their last game, but their overall inconsistency had plagued their season.
Historically, Radford had a favorable record against Saint Francis, winning their previous meeting on December 1, 2024, with a score of 79-70. This prior success likely contributed to their confidence heading into this matchup.
The game began with Radford establishing control early, and they maintained a significant lead throughout. The Highlanders' scoring was well-distributed, with multiple players contributing to the offensive output. Notably, they executed a series of impressive scoring plays in the second half, including a dunk by Gabriel Ferreira and a layup by Mari Jordan, which helped to solidify their commanding lead.
In terms of betting lines, DraftKings had set the odds with Radford favored at -13.5, indicating expectations of a strong performance from the Highlanders. The total points were set at 154.5, reflecting an anticipated high-scoring affair, which ultimately aligned with the final score of 145 points combined.
The conditions at The Dedmon Center were conducive to a strong home performance, and Radford capitalized on their home-court advantage effectively. The Highlanders' ability to score efficiently while limiting Saint Francis's offensive opportunities was a key factor in the outcome.
As the game concluded, Radford's victory probability was pegged at 1.0, indicating a complete dominance over their opponent. The Highlanders' performance in this game could serve as a turning point in their season, providing them with momentum as they look to improve their standing in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | RAD -13.5 | 154.5 o -108 / u -112 | Saint Francis Red Wolves +650 · Radford Highlanders -1000 |
Leaders
- PointsJaylon Johnson18Radford Highlanders
- AssistsJaylon Johnson7Radford Highlanders
- ReboundsTyson Brown9Radford Highlanders
- PointsParis Papadatos15Saint Francis Red Wolves
- AssistsParis Papadatos2Saint Francis Red Wolves
- ReboundsVictor Payne6Saint Francis Red Wolves
Recent form
Radford Highlanders
Last 10: 3-7Streak L177.4 scored · 81.8 allowed per game3-3 at home
- L75-82vs Southern Miss Golden EaglesDec 4
- W102-75vs Notre Dame (MD) GatorsNov 29
- L72-89at SMU MustangsNov 25
- L73-81vs UNC Wilmington SeahawksNov 22
- L58-87at South Carolina GamecocksNov 19
- L82-87at Cleveland State VikingsNov 16
- L59-92vs Wright State RaidersNov 15
- L74-89at North Carolina Tar HeelsNov 12
- W99-61vs West Virginia Wesleyan BobcatsNov 8
- W80-75vs Western Illinois LeathernecksNov 4
Saint Francis Red Wolves
Last 10: 3-7Streak W168.3 scored · 76.7 allowed per game1-6 away
- 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
- L63-104at TCU Horned FrogsNov 7
- L66-102at Oklahoma SoonersNov 4
- W46-43at Central Connecticut Blue DevilsMar 11
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Point | 31-5 | - | 15-1 |
| Winthrop | 23-11 | 2 | 13-3 |
| Radford | 16-16 | 6 | 9-7 |
| Longwood | 16-16 | 7 | 8-8 |
| UNC Asheville | 15-17 | 7 | 8-8 |
| Presbyterian | 15-18 | 8 | 7-9 |
| Charleston Southern | 15-17 | 9 | 6-10 |
| South Carolina Upstate | 13-19 | 10 | 5-11 |
| Gardner-Webb | 4-29 | 14 | 1-15 |
Box score
| Stat | Saint Francis Red Wolves | Radford Highlanders |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-61 | 33-62 |
| Field goal % | 34 | 53 |
| Three-pointers | 9-28 | 13-31 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 42 |
| Free throws | 5-7 | 10-14 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 41 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 31 |
| Assists | 11 | 19 |
| Steals | 9 | 6 |
| Blocks | 1 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 26 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 16 | 38 |
| Fouls | 16 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 36 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 1 | 97 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half22-39Victor Payne made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Paris Papadatos.
- 1st Half24-39Paris Papadatos made Jumper.
- 1st Half26-39Trey Weiand made Layup. Assisted by Victor Payne.
- 1st Half26-42Brennan Rigsby Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jaylon Johnson.
- 1st Half29-42Paris Papadatos made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Gestin Liberis.
- 1st Half29-44Brennan Rigsby Jr. made Jumper.
- 1st Half32-44Paris Papadatos made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Skylar Wicks.
- 1st Half32-45Jaylon Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half35-45Skylar Wicks made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Paris Papadatos.
- 2nd Half35-48Jaylon Johnson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Lukas Walls.
- 2nd Half36-48Paris Papadatos made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half37-48Paris Papadatos made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half37-51Lukas Walls made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jaylon Johnson.
- 2nd Half37-54Jaylon Johnson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Del Jones.
- 2nd Half37-56Lukas Walls made Layup.
- 2nd Half39-56Ahmad Harrison made Layup.
- 2nd Half39-59Jaylon Johnson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dennis Parker Jr..
- 2nd Half41-59Cameron Tweedy made Layup.
- 2nd Half41-61Jaylon Johnson made Layup.
- 2nd Half41-62Jaylon Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-65Mari Jordan made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jaylon Johnson.
- 2nd Half43-65Paris Papadatos made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-65Skylar Wicks made Jumper.
- 2nd Half45-67Frederik Erichsen made Dunk. Assisted by Mari Jordan.
- 2nd Half47-67Skylar Wicks made Jumper. Assisted by Ralph Martino Jr..
- 2nd Half47-69Del Jones made Jumper.
- 2nd Half47-71Del Jones made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-71Ahmad Harrison made Jumper.
- 2nd Half49-73Dennis Parker Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-75Dennis Parker Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-76Dennis Parker Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-76Zion Russell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Cameron Tweedy.
- 2nd Half53-76Zion Russell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-79Frederik Erichsen made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Warren Keel Jr..
- 2nd Half53-81Gabriel Ferreira made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half53-83Mari Jordan made Layup. Assisted by Jaylon Johnson.
- 2nd Half53-85Gabriel Ferreira made Dunk. Assisted by Warren Keel Jr..
- 2nd Half53-87Bradley Land made Layup.
- 2nd Half53-89Mari Jordan made Layup.
- 2nd Half56-89Paris Papadatos made Three Point Jumper.
Win probability
Above the line favours Radford Highlanders, below favours Saint Francis Red Wolves.
Venue
- The Dedmon CenterRadford, VA
- Attendance924
- OfficialsMark Schnur, Joe Switzer, Kellen Milliner
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