Saint Louis Dominates Saint Joseph's in Home Victory
Wednesday, December 31, 2025, 4:00 PM ET · Chaifetz Arena
Saint Louis Billikens 102, Saint Joseph's Hawks 79, 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 Joseph's Hawks vs Saint Louis Billikens?
Saint Louis Billikens beat Saint Joseph's Hawks 102-79 at Chaifetz Arena on December 31, 2025.
Who was favored in Saint Joseph's Hawks vs Saint Louis Billikens?
Saint Louis Billikens were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -2800 (about 97% implied). The favorite won.
The Saint Louis Billikens showcased their dominance at home, defeating the Saint Joseph's Hawks 102-79 at Chaifetz Arena. This victory further solidifies Saint Louis's impressive home record of 13-1 for the season, while Saint Joseph's falls to 8-6 overall. The Billikens have been on a remarkable run, winning their last six games and averaging 91.9 points scored while allowing just 64.7 points per game over their last ten outings. In contrast, the Hawks have a record of 6-4 in their last ten games, averaging 75.5 points scored and 69.0 points allowed.
Saint Louis's recent form has been particularly strong, with their last five games yielding an average of 102.2 points scored and only 61.0 points allowed. Their home record reflects their prowess, as they have won eight out of nine games played at Chaifetz Arena this season. The Hawks, while showing some resilience with a recent win against Arcadia, have struggled on the road, holding a 2-3 record in away games.
In terms of previous meetings, the two teams have faced each other twice this season, with each team winning one game. Saint Louis won their first encounter on January 4 with a score of 73-57, while Saint Joseph's claimed victory on February 8, winning 76-63. This matchup was crucial for both teams, as they aimed to establish dominance in their head-to-head record.
Injuries did not play a significant role in this game, allowing both teams to field their strongest lineups. The market had priced Saint Louis as a heavy favorite, with DraftKings listing them at -19.5 on the spread and a moneyline of -2800. Conversely, Saint Joseph's was set at +1300 on the moneyline, reflecting the expectations of a tough challenge for the Hawks.
The game conditions were conducive for a high-scoring affair, with both teams showcasing their offensive capabilities. Saint Louis took advantage of their home court, executing their plays effectively and maintaining a high pace throughout the game. The Billikens' ability to score from various positions on the court was evident, with multiple players contributing to the scoring.
As the game progressed, notable scoring plays included a 23-foot three-point jumper by Ishan Sharma, assisted by Robbie Avila, and a series of layups that kept the momentum firmly in favor of the Billikens. Saint Joseph's attempted to respond with three-point shots from Dasear Haskins and free throws from Anthony Finkley, but they were unable to close the gap significantly.
Overall, this matchup highlighted the strength of the Saint Louis Billikens, who are now positioned strongly as they continue their season. Their ability to score efficiently and defend effectively at home makes them a formidable opponent in the NCAAB landscape.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SLU -19.5 | 161.5 o -108 / u -112 | Saint Joseph's Hawks +1300 · Saint Louis Billikens -2800 |
Leaders
- PointsRobbie Avila20Saint Louis Billikens
- AssistsRobbie Avila8Saint Louis Billikens
- ReboundsBrady Dunlap6Saint Louis Billikens
- PointsJaiden Glover-Toscano23Saint Joseph's Hawks
- AssistsDerek Simpson5Saint Joseph's Hawks
- ReboundsDasear Haskins9Saint Joseph's Hawks
Recent form
Saint Louis Billikens
Last 10: 9-1Streak W691.9 scored · 64.7 allowed per game8-1 at home
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- W112-53vs Bethune-Cookman WildcatsDec 18
- W85-75vs San Francisco DonsDec 14
- W107-65vs Central Michigan ChippewasDec 7
- W91-70at Loyola Marymount LionsDec 3
- L77-78vs Stanford CardinalNov 29
- W71-70vs Santa Clara BroncosNov 28
- W91-60vs Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsNov 22
- W78-64vs Grand Canyon LopesNov 16
Saint Joseph's Hawks
Last 10: 6-4Streak W175.5 scored · 69 allowed per game2-3 away
- W87-65vs Arcadia ARCADIADec 28
- L62-68vs Coastal Carolina ChanticleersDec 23
- W67-51vs Delaware State HornetsDec 19
- L63-71at Syracuse OrangeDec 12
- W87-65vs Coppin State EaglesDec 10
- W70-69at Temple OwlsDec 6
- W60-58at Princeton TigersNov 30
- W100-61vs Rutgers-Camden RUTGERS-CAMDENNov 26
- L85-99at UNLV RebelsNov 21
- L74-83at Pennsylvania QuakersNov 18
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Louis | 29-6 | - | 15-3 |
| VCU | 28-8 | - | 15-3 |
| Saint Joseph's | 24-12 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Dayton | 25-12 | 3 | 12-6 |
| George Mason | 23-10 | 4 | 11-7 |
| Davidson | 20-14 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Duquesne | 18-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| George Washington | 19-16 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Fordham | 17-15 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Rhode Island | 16-16 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Richmond | 15-17 | 10 | 5-13 |
| La Salle | 9-23 | 10 | 5-13 |
| St. Bonaventure | 17-17 | 11 | 4-14 |
| Loyola Chicago | 9-24 | 11 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Saint Joseph's Hawks | Saint Louis Billikens |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-62 | 38-60 |
| Field goal % | 42 | 63 |
| Three-pointers | 9-25 | 19-32 |
| Three-point % | 36 | 59 |
| Free throws | 18-24 | 7-11 |
| Free throw % | 75 | 64 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 18 | 25 |
| Assists | 14 | 25 |
| Steals | 3 | 5 |
| Blocks | 2 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 6 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 5 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 38 |
| Fouls | 12 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 28 |
| Lead changes | 13 | 13 |
| Time in front | 7 | 86 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half45-60Brady Dunlap makes driving layup
- 2nd Half47-60Khaafiq Myers makes layup
- 2nd Half47-62Quentin Jones makes layup
- 2nd Half49-62Derek Simpson makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half49-64Robbie Avila makes layup
- 2nd Half49-66Dion Brown makes layup (Brady Dunlap assists)
- 2nd Half49-69Trey Green makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half50-69Jaiden Glover-Toscano makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-70Quentin Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-71Quentin Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-74Robbie Avila makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kellen Thames assists)
- 2nd Half52-74Dasear Haskins makes layup
- 2nd Half52-76Paul Otieno makes 2-foot dunk (Amari McCottry assists)
- 2nd Half52-78Kellen Thames makes 0-foot dunk
- 2nd Half55-78Jaiden Glover-Toscano makes 27-foot three point jumper (Khaafiq Myers assists)
- 2nd Half55-81Ishan Sharma makes 23-foot three point jumper (Paul Otieno assists)
- 2nd Half55-82Paul Otieno makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-82Anthony Finkley makes 24-foot three point jumper (Khaafiq Myers assists)
- 2nd Half58-85Ishan Sharma makes 24-foot three point jumper (Brady Dunlap assists)
- 2nd Half60-85Derek Simpson makes layup
- 2nd Half61-85Derek Simpson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half61-88Ishan Sharma makes 27-foot three point jumper (Paul Otieno assists)
- 2nd Half61-89Ishan Sharma makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half62-89Anthony Finkley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-89Anthony Finkley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-89Jaiden Glover-Toscano makes 24-foot three point jumper (Austin Williford assists)
- 2nd Half66-91Robbie Avila makes layup
- 2nd Half68-91Dasear Haskins makes layup (Derek Simpson assists)
- 2nd Half68-94Robbie Avila makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half69-94Austin Williford makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-94Austin Williford makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-94Khaafiq Myers makes driving layup
- 2nd Half72-97Ishan Sharma makes 23-foot three point jumper (Robbie Avila assists)
- 2nd Half75-97Dasear Haskins makes 24-foot three point jumper (Austin Williford assists)
- 2nd Half76-97Anthony Finkley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-97Anthony Finkley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-97Austin Williford makes layup (Anthony Finkley assists)
- 2nd Half79-99Quentin Jones makes layup (Ishan Sharma assists)
- 2nd Half79-101Kellen Thames makes layup
- 2nd Half79-102Kellen Thames makes free throw 1 of 1
Win probability
Above the line favours Saint Louis Billikens, below favours Saint Joseph's Hawks.
Venue
- Chaifetz ArenaSt. Louis, MO
- Attendance9218
- OfficialsA.J. Desai, Brooks Wells, Tommy Morrissey
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