Saint Mary's Dominates San Francisco in Convincing Win
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 11:30 PM ET · University Credit Union Pavilion
Saint Mary's Gaels 79, San Francisco Dons 54, 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 Mary's Gaels?
Saint Mary's Gaels beat San Francisco Dons 79-54 at University Credit Union Pavilion on February 7, 2026.
Who was favored in San Francisco Dons vs Saint Mary's Gaels?
Saint Mary's Gaels were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -850 (about 89% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Saint Mary's Gaels showcased their dominance over the San Francisco Dons with a final score of 79-54. This victory further solidifies Saint Mary's impressive season, bringing their record to 22-4, while San Francisco falls to 14-13. The game was held at the University Credit Union Pavilion, where the Gaels have been particularly strong this season.
Saint Mary's entered the game with a robust home record of 21-4, having won eight of their last ten games, including a recent victory against the San Diego Toreros, where they triumphed 87-60. Their scoring average in these last ten games was 77.5 points per game, while they allowed an average of just 64.3 points. The Gaels were riding a one-game winning streak and were undefeated at home in their last five games, further emphasizing their strength on their home court.
On the other hand, the Dons have had a more challenging season, with a record of 14-12. They have been inconsistent, going 5-5 in their last ten games and currently on a one-game losing streak following a loss to the Loyola Marymount Lions, where they fell 75-84. San Francisco's scoring average over the same ten-game stretch was 76.3 points per game, but they were also allowing an average of 76.0 points, indicating defensive struggles.
In terms of home versus away performance, Saint Mary's has excelled at home with a perfect 5-0 record in their last five games, while San Francisco has struggled on the road, holding a 1-3 record in their last four away games. This disparity in performance likely contributed to the outcome of the game.
Historically, the Gaels have had the upper hand in their recent encounters with the Dons, winning two out of their last three meetings. This season, they previously faced each other on January 14, 2026, where Saint Mary's won decisively with a score of 82-68. In their other two meetings, Saint Mary's won 71-51 at home last season but lost a close game 64-65 on the road.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the overall performance of both teams suggests that they were fielding their best available players for this crucial matchup.
The betting market reflected Saint Mary's strong position heading into the game, with DraftKings listing them as 11.5-point favorites. The total points over/under was set at 142.5, indicating expectations for a moderately high-scoring game. The moneyline odds were heavily in favor of the Gaels at -850, while the Dons were listed at +575, further emphasizing the perceived disparity in team strength.
As for the conditions during the game, the block did not specify any notable weather or venue-related factors that could have influenced play. However, the atmosphere in the University Credit Union Pavilion was likely electric, given the stakes of the game and the home team's strong performance.
Fans watching the game were treated to a display of offensive efficiency from Saint Mary's, with notable scoring plays throughout the match. The Gaels maintained a comfortable lead, with key moments including driving layups and effective free throw shooting in the second half. The Dons struggled to keep pace, as evidenced by their inability to significantly close the gap after halftime.
In summary, Saint Mary's Gaels delivered a commanding performance against the San Francisco Dons, reinforcing their status as a formidable contender in the NCAAB landscape. With their strong home record and recent form, they continue to build momentum as the season progresses.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SMC -11.5 | 142.5 o -110 / u -110 | San Francisco Dons +575 · Saint Mary's Gaels -850 |
Leaders
- PointsPaulius Murauskas20Saint Mary's Gaels
- AssistsJoshua Dent11Saint Mary's Gaels
- ReboundsAndrew McKeever14Saint Mary's Gaels
- PointsJunjie Wang14San Francisco Dons
- AssistsRyan Beasley5San Francisco Dons
- ReboundsDavid Fuchs10San Francisco Dons
Recent form
Saint Mary's Gaels
Last 10: 8-2Streak W177.5 scored · 64.3 allowed per game5-0 at home
- W87-60vs San Diego TorerosFeb 5
- 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
San Francisco Dons
Last 10: 5-5Streak L176.3 scored · 76 allowed per game1-3 away
- L75-84vs Loyola Marymount LionsFeb 5
- W87-82vs Pacific TigersFeb 1
- L73-88at Santa Clara BroncosJan 29
- L66-68at Gonzaga BulldogsJan 25
- W85-80vs Washington State CougarsJan 19
- L68-82vs Saint Mary's GaelsJan 14
- W80-60at Pepperdine WavesJan 11
- L82-84at Loyola Marymount LionsJan 9
- W73-68vs Portland PilotsJan 5
- W74-64vs San Diego TorerosJan 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 Francisco Dons | Saint Mary's Gaels |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 16-57 | 32-67 |
| Field goal % | 28 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 7-30 | 9-20 |
| Three-point % | 23 | 45 |
| Free throws | 15-16 | 6-8 |
| Free throw % | 94 | 75 |
| Rebounds | 29 | 47 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 35 |
| Assists | 12 | 24 |
| Steals | 2 | 4 |
| Blocks | 4 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 6 | 5 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 2 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 5 |
| Points in the paint | 14 | 44 |
| Fouls | 13 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 29 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 2 | 95 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half24-34Andrew McKeever makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half24-35Mikey Lewis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half24-38Mikey Lewis makes 27-foot three point jumper (Paulius Murauskas assists)
- 1st Half27-38Vukasin Masic makes 24-foot three point jumper (David Fuchs assists)
- 1st Half27-40Andrew McKeever makes layup (Joshua Dent assists)
- 1st Half29-40Ryan Beasley makes layup
- 2nd Half29-43Mikey Lewis makes 25-foot three point jumper (Paulius Murauskas assists)
- 2nd Half29-45Paulius Murauskas makes layup (Joshua Dent assists)
- 2nd Half29-47Dillan Shaw makes layup (Joshua Dent assists)
- 2nd Half29-49Harry Wessels makes layup (Mikey Lewis assists)
- 2nd Half31-49David Fuchs makes layup (Ryan Beasley assists)
- 2nd Half31-51Dillan Shaw makes 7-foot floating jump shot (Joshua Dent assists)
- 2nd Half34-51Mookie Cook makes 22-foot three point jumper (Ryan Beasley assists)
- 2nd Half34-53Andrew McKeever makes layup
- 2nd Half34-55Paulius Murauskas makes layup (Dillan Shaw assists)
- 2nd Half36-55Tyrone Riley IV makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half36-57Paulius Murauskas makes 8-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half36-59Mikey Lewis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half36-62Joshua Dent makes 24-foot three point jumper (Dillan Shaw assists)
- 2nd Half36-64Dillan Shaw makes layup
- 2nd Half38-64Tyrone Riley IV makes 8-foot floating jump shot (David Fuchs assists)
- 2nd Half40-64Mookie Cook makes layup
- 2nd Half40-66Paulius Murauskas makes 9-foot jumper (Dillan Shaw assists)
- 2nd Half41-66Tyrone Riley IV makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half42-66Tyrone Riley IV makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half42-69Paulius Murauskas makes 23-foot three point jumper (Joshua Dent assists)
- 2nd Half43-69Junjie Wang makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-69Junjie Wang makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-71Andrew McKeever makes 7-foot hook shot (Joshua Dent assists)
- 2nd Half46-71Junjie Wang makes 4-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half46-73Andrew McKeever makes 2-foot dunk (Joshua Dent assists)
- 2nd Half48-73David Fuchs makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Vukasin Masic assists)
- 2nd Half48-75Joshua Dent makes driving layup (Paulius Murauskas assists)
- 2nd Half50-75David Fuchs makes driving layup (Ryan Beasley assists)
- 2nd Half50-77Mantas Juzenas makes 14-foot pullup jump shot (Tony Duckett assists)
- 2nd Half50-79Tony Duckett makes driving layup
- 2nd Half51-79Junjie Wang makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-79Junjie Wang makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-79Junjie Wang makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-79Junjie Wang makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Saint Mary's Gaels, below favours San Francisco Dons.
Venue
- University Credit Union PavilionMoraga, CA
- Attendance3500
- OfficialsDeldre Carr, Chris Merlo, John Jenkins Jr.
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