Saint Mary's Dominates San Diego in Convincing Win
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · University Credit Union Pavilion
Saint Mary's Gaels 87, San Diego Toreros 60, 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 San Diego Toreros vs Saint Mary's Gaels?
Saint Mary's Gaels beat San Diego Toreros 87-60 at University Credit Union Pavilion on February 4, 2026.
Who was favored in San Diego Toreros vs Saint Mary's Gaels?
Saint Mary's Gaels were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -5000 (about 98% implied). The favorite won.
The Saint Mary's Gaels showcased their dominance in a decisive victory against the San Diego Toreros, finishing the game with a score of 87-60. This match was held at the University Credit Union Pavilion, where the Gaels have maintained an impressive home record of 20-4 this season. The Gaels' strong performance comes after a recent loss to Gonzaga, which snapped a brief winning streak. Despite that setback, they have won eight of their last ten games, averaging 76.6 points while allowing 65.6 points per game. Their recent form has been solid, with a home record of 4-0 in their last four games, indicating their strength on their home court.
In contrast, the San Diego Toreros have struggled this season, holding a record of 10-15. Their recent performance has seen them win only four of their last ten games, averaging 80.1 points scored but allowing 79.7 points against. They entered this game on a one-game losing streak, having lost to Oregon State in their previous outing. The Toreros have also faced challenges on the road, with a 1-4 record in their last five away games, emphasizing their difficulties in away fixtures.
The two teams have met previously this season, with Saint Mary's securing a commanding 103-56 victory over San Diego on January 12, 2025. This history of dominance likely added to the Gaels' confidence going into this matchup. In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any key players missing from either team, which suggests both squads were at full strength for this encounter.
The betting market reflected Saint Mary's expected dominance, with DraftKings listing the Gaels as 20.5-point favorites, indicating a strong belief in their ability to win by a significant margin. The total points for the game were set at 148.5, with the odds for the over at -115.0 and the under at -105.0, further illustrating the anticipation of a high-scoring affair.
Conditions during the game were typical for a college basketball matchup, with no unusual weather or venue issues reported, allowing both teams to focus solely on their performance. Viewers were treated to a display of offensive prowess from the Gaels, who executed their game plan effectively, while the Toreros struggled to keep pace.
As the game progressed, key moments included Piotr Winkowski's contributions for San Diego, who made a notable floating jump shot and several layups, but it was not enough to turn the tide. The Gaels maintained control throughout, with their scoring plays showcasing a well-rounded offensive effort.
In summary, the Saint Mary's Gaels solidified their status as a formidable contender in the NCAAB with this victory, while the San Diego Toreros will need to regroup and address their defensive vulnerabilities moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SMC -20.5 | 148.5 o -115 / u -105 | San Diego Toreros +1800 · Saint Mary's Gaels -5000 |
Leaders
- PointsDillan Shaw14Saint Mary's Gaels
- AssistsJoshua Dent6Saint Mary's Gaels
- ReboundsAndrew McKeever12Saint Mary's Gaels
- PointsToneari Lane16San Diego Toreros
- AssistsAdrian McIntyre4San Diego Toreros
- ReboundsEmmanuel Callas5San Diego Toreros
Recent form
Saint Mary's Gaels
Last 10: 8-2Streak L176.6 scored · 65.6 allowed per game4-0 at home
- L65-73at Gonzaga BulldogsFeb 1
- W75-69at Portland PilotsJan 25
- W81-51vs Oregon State BeaversJan 22
- L54-62at Santa Clara BroncosJan 18
- W82-68at San Francisco DonsJan 14
- W88-82vs Washington State CougarsJan 10
- W93-76vs Seattle U RedhawksJan 5
- W78-57vs Portland PilotsJan 3
- W72-45at Pepperdine WavesDec 31
- W78-73at Loyola Marymount LionsDec 29
San Diego Toreros
Last 10: 4-6Streak L180.1 scored · 79.7 allowed per game1-4 away
- L76-78vs Oregon State BeaversJan 31
- W92-88at Pepperdine WavesJan 29
- L73-85vs Santa Clara BroncosJan 25
- W96-92vs Washington State CougarsJan 22
- W113-67vs Bethesda FlamesJan 17
- L64-75at Seattle U RedhawksJan 16
- L70-77at Pacific TigersJan 11
- W83-63vs Pepperdine WavesJan 9
- L70-98at Santa Clara BroncosJan 5
- L64-74at San Francisco DonsJan 3
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gonzaga | 31-4 | - | 16-2 |
| Saint Mary's | 27-6 | - | 16-2 |
| Santa Clara | 26-9 | 1 | 15-3 |
| Oregon State | 17-16 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Seattle U | 21-14 | 8 | 8-10 |
| Pacific | 18-15 | 8 | 8-10 |
| San Francisco | 17-16 | 8 | 8-10 |
| Washington State | 12-20 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Loyola Marymount | 15-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Portland | 15-19 | 10 | 6-12 |
| San Diego | 12-21 | 11 | 5-13 |
| Pepperdine | 9-23 | 12 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | San Diego Toreros | Saint Mary's Gaels |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-57 | 30-57 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 53 |
| Three-pointers | 9-24 | 11-21 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 52 |
| Free throws | 5-13 | 16-20 |
| Free throw % | 38 | 80 |
| Rebounds | 28 | 41 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 18 | 28 |
| Assists | 15 | 19 |
| Steals | 4 | 9 |
| Blocks | 1 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 4 | 16 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 15 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 36 |
| Fouls | 17 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 36 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 95 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half29-44Ty-Laur Johnson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half29-45Paulius Murauskas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half29-46Paulius Murauskas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half29-47Paulius Murauskas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half32-47Ty-Laur Johnson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Adrian McIntyre assists)
- 2nd Half32-48Mikey Lewis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half32-49Mikey Lewis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half32-51Dillan Shaw makes driving layup (Andrew McKeever assists)
- 2nd Half33-51Piotr Winkowski makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half33-52Andrew McKeever makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half33-53Andrew McKeever makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half33-54Mantas Juzenas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half33-57Mikey Lewis makes 24-foot three point jumper (Joshua Dent assists)
- 2nd Half33-60Mantas Juzenas makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mikey Lewis assists)
- 2nd Half35-60Vuk Boskovic makes layup
- 2nd Half35-63Dillan Shaw makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mantas Juzenas assists)
- 2nd Half35-65Andrew McKeever makes layup (Paulius Murauskas assists)
- 2nd Half37-65Gavin Ripp makes layup (Juanse Gorosito assists)
- 2nd Half37-67Joshua Dent makes driving layup
- 2nd Half39-67Toneari Lane makes 6-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half39-70Mantas Juzenas makes 25-foot three point jumper (Joshua Dent assists)
- 2nd Half39-72Andrew McKeever makes 3-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half39-74Andrew McKeever makes layup (Dillan Shaw assists)
- 2nd Half42-74Toneari Lane makes 24-foot three point jumper (Adrian McIntyre assists)
- 2nd Half42-76Tony Duckett makes driving layup (Joshua Dent assists)
- 2nd Half42-77Tony Duckett makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half45-77Toneari Lane makes 24-foot three point jumper (Alejandro Aviles assists)
- 2nd Half45-79Joshua Dent makes driving layup
- 2nd Half45-81Dillan Shaw makes 13-foot pullup jump shot (Rory Hawke assists)
- 2nd Half48-81Toneari Lane makes 24-foot three point jumper (Brandon Benjamin assists)
- 2nd Half51-81Toneari Lane makes 25-foot three point jumper (Emmanuel Callas assists)
- 2nd Half51-83Liam Campbell makes 11-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half53-83Piotr Winkowski makes 10-foot floating jump shot (Brandon Benjamin assists)
- 2nd Half54-83Alejandro Aviles makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-83Alejandro Aviles makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-83Piotr Winkowski makes layup (Brandon Benjamin assists)
- 2nd Half57-85Mikey Lewis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half59-85Toneari Lane makes driving layup
- 2nd Half59-87Rory Hawke makes driving layup
- 2nd Half60-87Brandon Benjamin makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Saint Mary's Gaels, below favours San Diego Toreros.
Venue
- University Credit Union PavilionMoraga, CA
- Attendance3387
- OfficialsBret Smith, Casey McClellan, De Selle Dean
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