VCU Rams Defeat Saint Peter's Peacocks 78-61
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Siegel Center
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Who won Saint Peter's Peacocks vs VCU Rams?
VCU Rams beat Saint Peter's Peacocks 78-61 at Siegel Center on November 12, 2025.
In a decisive matchup at the Siegel Center, the VCU Rams triumphed over the Saint Peter's Peacocks with a final score of 78-61. This game showcased VCU's strong performance, particularly at home, where they have now improved their record to 3-1 for the season. The Rams have demonstrated solid form recently, holding an overall record of 8-2 in their last ten games, although they entered this contest on a one-game losing streak after falling to the Utah State Aggies 80-77 in their previous outing.
The Rams have averaged 76.1 points per game while allowing 64.2 points, reflecting their ability to both score efficiently and maintain a strong defense. Their home record stands at 6-1, highlighting their dominance at the Siegel Center. In contrast, the Peacocks have struggled this season, now sitting at 1-3 on the road and 1-2 overall. Their recent form shows a record of 6-4 in their last ten games, but they have averaged only 67.6 points while allowing 68.6 points, indicating a closer contest in terms of scoring.
The game featured a variety of scoring plays, with VCU's Nyk Lewis contributing significantly, including a layup assisted by Lazar Djokovic that brought the score to 75-59. The Rams maintained control throughout the match, with key plays from Barry Evans and Lucas Scroggins also making an impact in the second half. The Peacocks managed to keep the game competitive at times but ultimately could not overcome the Rams' lead.
Historically, VCU has performed well against Saint Peter's, and this game continued that trend. The Peacocks have struggled in their away games, with a record of 1-3, while the Rams have been formidable at home. The conditions at the Siegel Center were conducive to VCU's style of play, allowing them to capitalize on their home-court advantage.
In terms of injuries, there were no specific mentions in the block that would affect the teams' lineups for this game. However, the absence of key players can often shift the dynamics of a matchup, and both teams will be looking to maintain their health as the season progresses.
Betting lines prior to the game indicated a strong probability of a VCU win, with the home team given a 1.0 win probability according to the market. This reflects the general consensus on the Rams' capabilities, especially considering their recent home performances.
As the game unfolded, fans were treated to a display of athleticism and strategy, with VCU's ability to execute plays effectively standing out. The scoring plays highlighted the teamwork and coordination among the Rams, which ultimately led to their comfortable victory.
Overall, this game was a testament to VCU's strength at home and their ability to bounce back from a recent loss, while Saint Peter's will need to regroup as they continue their season.
Leaders
- PointsTyrell Ward15VCU Rams
- AssistsBarry Evans4VCU Rams
- ReboundsBarry Evans8VCU Rams
- PointsBrent Bland25Saint Peter's Peacocks
- AssistsBryce Eaton4Saint Peter's Peacocks
- ReboundsJahki Gupton9Saint Peter's Peacocks
Recent form
VCU Rams
Last 10: 8-2Streak L176.1 scored · 64.2 allowed per game6-1 at home
- L77-80at Utah State AggiesNov 8
- W103-74vs Wagner SeahawksNov 4
- W68-63vs George Mason PatriotsMar 16
- W62-55vs Loyola Chicago RamblersMar 15
- W76-59vs St. Bonaventure BonniesMar 14
- L76-79vs Dayton FlyersMar 8
- W71-62at Duquesne DukesMar 5
- W80-56vs Davidson WildcatsMar 1
- W78-60at Richmond SpidersFeb 26
- W70-54vs George Mason PatriotsFeb 22
Saint Peter's Peacocks
Last 10: 6-4Streak W167.6 scored · 68.6 allowed per game1-3 away
- W93-83vs Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsNov 8
- L50-77at Seton Hall PiratesNov 4
- W70-62vs Canisius Golden GriffinsMar 8
- L68-78vs Niagara Purple EaglesMar 7
- W57-52at Marist Red FoxesMar 2
- L64-69at Quinnipiac BobcatsMar 1
- W85-79vs Sacred Heart PioneersFeb 23
- L58-69at Mount St. Mary's MountaineersFeb 22
- W66-65vs Rider BroncsFeb 16
- W65-52vs Fairfield StagsFeb 15
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 |
| 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 Peter's Peacocks | VCU Rams |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 19-61 | 22-49 |
| Field goal % | 31 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 6-24 | 8-22 |
| Three-point % | 25 | 36 |
| Free throws | 17-19 | 26-35 |
| Free throw % | 89 | 74 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 39 |
| Offensive rebounds | 17 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 26 |
| Assists | 8 | 16 |
| Steals | 11 | 7 |
| Blocks | 3 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 17 |
| Team turnovers | 3 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 18 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 26 |
| Fouls | 24 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 17 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half32-46Nyk Lewis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half34-46TJ Robinson made Jumper.
- 2nd Half34-48Lazar Djokovic made Dunk. Assisted by Barry Evans.
- 2nd Half34-51Ahmad Nowell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Brandon Jennings.
- 2nd Half35-51Lucas Scroggins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-51Lucas Scroggins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-53Tyrell Ward made Dunk. Assisted by Ahmad Nowell.
- 2nd Half37-53Adetokunbo Bakare made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-53Adetokunbo Bakare made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by TJ Robinson.
- 2nd Half42-53Adetokunbo Bakare made Layup. Assisted by Eric Morgan Jr..
- 2nd Half43-53Adetokunbo Bakare made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-54Jadrian Tracey made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-54TJ Robinson made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-55Jadrian Tracey made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-56Jadrian Tracey made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-59Terrence Hill Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Michael Belle.
- 2nd Half46-59Brent Bland made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-59Brent Bland made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-60Jadrian Tracey made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-61Jadrian Tracey made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-61Jahki Gupton made Layup.
- 2nd Half50-61Eric Morgan Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-62Terrence Hill Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-63Terrence Hill Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-63Bryce Eaton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-63Bryce Eaton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-64Brandon Jennings made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-64Brent Bland made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Eric Morgan Jr..
- 2nd Half55-66Barry Evans made Jumper.
- 2nd Half55-67Barry Evans made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-69Tyrell Ward made Dunk. Assisted by Jadrian Tracey.
- 2nd Half57-69J'Quan Ewing made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-71Barry Evans made Dunk. Assisted by Jadrian Tracey.
- 2nd Half59-71Lucas Scroggins made Dunk. Assisted by Bryce Eaton.
- 2nd Half59-73Barry Evans made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half59-75Nyk Lewis made Layup. Assisted by Lazar Djokovic.
- 2nd Half59-76Nyk Lewis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-76Brent Bland made Layup.
- 2nd Half61-77Tyrell Ward made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-78Tyrell Ward made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours VCU Rams, below favours Saint Peter's Peacocks.
Venue
- Siegel CenterRichmond, VA
- Attendance7637
- OfficialsA.J. Desai, Clarence Armstrong, Clare Simmons
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