Saint Louis Billikens Defeat San Francisco Dons 85-75
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Chaifetz Arena
Saint Louis Billikens 85, San Francisco Dons 75, 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 Francisco Dons vs Saint Louis Billikens?
Saint Louis Billikens beat San Francisco Dons 85-75 at Chaifetz Arena on December 13, 2025.
Who was favored in San Francisco Dons vs Saint Louis Billikens?
Saint Louis Billikens were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -900 (about 90% implied). The favorite won.
In a competitive matchup at Chaifetz Arena, the Saint Louis Billikens secured an 85-75 victory over the San Francisco Dons. This win improves Saint Louis's impressive home record to 9-1, while San Francisco falls to 6-5 overall. The Billikens have been formidable at home, boasting a record of 7-1 in their arena, and their recent form has been strong, with an overall record of 8-2 in their last ten games and a winning streak of two. They have averaged 88.8 points scored while allowing 69.8 points in that span.
Saint Louis's last five games have seen them average 87.4 points scored and 68.6 points allowed, indicating a solid offensive performance alongside a competent defense. Their most recent game before facing the Dons was a dominant 107-65 win against the Central Michigan Chippewas, showcasing their scoring capabilities. In contrast, the Dons have had a mixed bag of results recently, holding a record of 6-4 in their last ten games and winning their latest outing against the Mississippi State Bulldogs by a score of 65-62. San Francisco's scoring average over their last ten games is 74.6 points, with an average of 67.9 points allowed.
The Dons have struggled on the road with a record of 2-3, while their home record stands at 4-1. This inconsistency away from home has been a challenge for them throughout the season. In their previous meeting this season, the Billikens faced the Dons on December 6, 2024, where they lost 61-78, making this victory particularly significant for Saint Louis as they sought to even the score.
In terms of injuries, no specific players were noted as being unavailable for this game, which allowed both teams to field their full rosters. The betting lines from DraftKings indicated that Saint Louis was favored by 12.5 points, with a total set at 155.5. The moneyline reflected a strong belief in the Billikens, with odds of -900 for them to win, compared to +600 for the Dons.
The game conditions were conducive to a high-scoring affair, and the final score reflected this expectation. The Billikens built on their home advantage, utilizing their crowd support and familiarity with the venue to propel them to victory. Key moments in the second half included several scoring plays that allowed Saint Louis to maintain their lead, such as a layup by Dion Brown that pushed the score to 79-73 and a dunk that further extended their advantage to 84-73.
As the game progressed, the Dons fought hard to close the gap, but the Billikens' consistent scoring and defensive efforts kept them at bay. In the end, the Billikens' ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities and maintain composure under pressure led them to a solid 85-75 win, reinforcing their status as a strong contender in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SLU -12.5 | 155.5 o -108 / u -112 | San Francisco Dons +600 · Saint Louis Billikens -900 |
Leaders
- PointsAmari McCottry18Saint Louis Billikens
- AssistsQuentin Jones4Saint Louis Billikens
- ReboundsDion Brown11Saint Louis Billikens
- PointsRyan Beasley21San Francisco Dons
- AssistsMookie Cook4San Francisco Dons
- ReboundsMookie Cook7San Francisco Dons
Recent form
Saint Louis Billikens
Last 10: 8-2Streak W288.8 scored · 69.8 allowed per game7-1 at home
- 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
- W109-66vs Lindenwood LionsNov 11
- W108-86vs Chicago State CougarsNov 7
- W92-67vs Southeast Missouri State RedhawksNov 4
- L64-72at Loyola Chicago RamblersMar 14
San Francisco Dons
Last 10: 6-4Streak W174.6 scored · 67.9 allowed per game2-3 away
- W65-62at Mississippi State BulldogsDec 7
- L63-65vs North Alabama LionsDec 4
- L65-81at Nevada Wolf PackNov 28
- L69-79at Colorado BuffaloesNov 27
- W77-65at Minnesota Golden GophersNov 22
- W84-64vs Northwestern State DemonsNov 19
- W75-64vs Bradley BravesNov 16
- W80-70vs Portland State VikingsNov 13
- L70-76at Memphis TigersNov 8
- W98-53vs UC Santa Cruz Banana SlugsNov 4
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 |
| 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 | San Francisco Dons | Saint Louis Billikens |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-62 | 30-62 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 10-36 | 7-24 |
| Three-point % | 28 | 29 |
| Free throws | 15-21 | 18-25 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 72 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 44 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 31 |
| Assists | 11 | 20 |
| Steals | 6 | 8 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 3 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 46 |
| Fouls | 18 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 8 | 12 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 45 | 50 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half45-46Ryan Beasley made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half45-49Quentin Jones made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kellen Thames.
- 2nd Half47-49Ryan Beasley made Jumper.
- 2nd Half48-49Ryan Beasley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-52Brady Dunlap made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ishan Sharma.
- 2nd Half49-52Tyrone Riley IV made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-52Tyrone Riley IV made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-54Amari McCottry made Layup. Assisted by Kellen Thames.
- 2nd Half50-57Ishan Sharma made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Brady Dunlap.
- 2nd Half52-57Veniamin Abosi made Jumper.
- 2nd Half52-58Amari McCottry made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-59Amari McCottry made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-59Ryan Beasley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-59Ryan Beasley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-61Kellen Thames made Layup.
- 2nd Half54-63Kellen Thames made Layup.
- 2nd Half54-66Brady Dunlap made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kellen Thames.
- 2nd Half56-66Vukasin Masic made Layup.
- 2nd Half58-66Ryan Beasley made Layup. Assisted by Mookie Cook.
- 2nd Half58-68Amari McCottry made Layup.
- 2nd Half58-69Dion Brown made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-69Mookie Cook made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-71Robbie Avila made Layup. Assisted by Quentin Jones.
- 2nd Half61-71Junjie Wang made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-71Mookie Cook made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half63-72Robbie Avila made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-73Robbie Avila made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-73Legend Smiley made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mookie Cook.
- 2nd Half66-75Dion Brown made Layup.
- 2nd Half68-75Legend Smiley made Jumper.
- 2nd Half68-77Dion Brown made Layup. Assisted by Amari McCottry.
- 2nd Half71-77Legend Smiley made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mookie Cook.
- 2nd Half73-77Tyrone Riley IV made Layup.
- 2nd Half73-79Dion Brown made Layup. Assisted by Quentin Jones.
- 2nd Half73-80Dion Brown made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-82Ishan Sharma made Layup. Assisted by Dion Brown.
- 2nd Half73-84Dion Brown made Dunk.
- 2nd Half73-85Amari McCottry made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-85Ryan Beasley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-85Ryan Beasley made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Saint Louis Billikens, below favours San Francisco Dons.
Venue
- Chaifetz ArenaSt. Louis, MO
- Attendance5814
- OfficialsEric Curry, Chance Moore, Cody Crum
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