Saint Mary's Dominates Santa Clara in Key Matchup
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 11:00 PM ET · University Credit Union Pavilion
Saint Mary's Gaels 86, Santa Clara Broncos 67, 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 Santa Clara Broncos vs Saint Mary's Gaels?
Saint Mary's Gaels beat Santa Clara Broncos 86-67 at University Credit Union Pavilion on February 25, 2026.
Who was favored in Santa Clara Broncos vs Saint Mary's Gaels?
Saint Mary's Gaels were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -245 (about 71% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive victory, the Saint Mary's Gaels triumphed over the Santa Clara Broncos with a final score of 86-67. This matchup at the University Credit Union Pavilion showcased the Gaels' strong home performance and their ability to rebound from an earlier loss to the Broncos earlier in the season. With this win, Saint Mary's improved their home record to 4-0 in their last four games and extended their winning streak to six games overall, demonstrating their formidable presence on their home court.
The Gaels entered this game with a home record of 26-4, while the Broncos held an impressive away record of 23-7. In the ten games leading up to this fixture, Saint Mary's had a record of 8-2, averaging 75.6 points scored and allowing 62.7 points per game. Their recent form included a strong showing against Washington State, where they won 83-67, and a narrow victory against Seattle U, finishing 72-70. In contrast, Santa Clara's last ten games yielded a record of 9-1, with an average of 85.5 points scored and 72.9 points allowed. Their recent victory against San Francisco, where they won 94-73, highlighted their offensive capabilities.
Historically, the Gaels and Broncos have faced off three times in the last two seasons, with Saint Mary's winning two of those encounters. Their last meeting prior to this game was on January 18, 2026, where the Broncos emerged victorious with a score of 62-54. This recent history added an intriguing layer to the matchup, as Saint Mary's sought to avenge that loss.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant absences for either team, allowing both squads to field their strongest lineups. This was crucial for the Gaels, who have relied on their depth and talent throughout the season.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Saint Mary's as the favorites with a spread of -5.5 and a moneyline of -245. Santa Clara was listed at +200 on the moneyline, indicating a belief in their potential to upset the Gaels, especially given their previous win against them. The total for the game was set at 153.5, reflecting expectations for a high-scoring affair.
Conditions during the game were optimal for basketball, with a well-maintained court and a supportive home crowd that energized the Gaels. The atmosphere at the University Credit Union Pavilion was electric, contributing to the home team's performance.
As the game unfolded, viewers witnessed a commanding performance from Saint Mary's, characterized by strong offensive execution and solid defense. Key moments included free throws from Mikey Lewis and Rory Hawke in the second half, which helped maintain the Gaels' lead as they pulled away from the Broncos. Tony Duckett's driving layup capped off the scoring for Saint Mary's, sealing the victory.
Overall, this game served as a significant statement from the Gaels, reinforcing their position as a top contender in the league. With their current form and home advantage, they are poised for a strong finish to the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SMC -5.5 | 153.5 o -110 / u -110 | Santa Clara Broncos +200 · Saint Mary's Gaels -245 |
Leaders
- PointsMikey Lewis21Saint Mary's Gaels
- AssistsJoshua Dent8Saint Mary's Gaels
- ReboundsDillan Shaw14Saint Mary's Gaels
- PointsAllen Graves20Santa Clara Broncos
- AssistsSash Gavalyugov3Santa Clara Broncos
- ReboundsAllen Graves6Santa Clara Broncos
Recent form
Saint Mary's Gaels
Last 10: 8-2Streak W675.6 scored · 62.7 allowed per game4-0 at home
- W83-67at Washington State CougarsFeb 22
- W72-70at Seattle U RedhawksFeb 19
- W72-61at Pacific TigersFeb 15
- W88-60vs Pepperdine WavesFeb 12
- W79-54vs San Francisco DonsFeb 8
- 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
Santa Clara Broncos
Last 10: 9-1Streak W185.5 scored · 72.9 allowed per game5-0 away
- W94-73at San Francisco DonsFeb 22
- L86-94vs Gonzaga BulldogsFeb 15
- W84-72vs Seattle U RedhawksFeb 12
- W96-92at Washington State CougarsFeb 7
- W71-56at Pacific TigersFeb 5
- W104-73at Loyola Marymount LionsFeb 1
- W88-73vs San Francisco DonsJan 29
- W85-73at San Diego TorerosJan 25
- W62-54vs Saint Mary's GaelsJan 18
- W85-69vs Pacific TigersJan 15
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 | Santa Clara Broncos | Saint Mary's Gaels |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-59 | 32-65 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 8-24 | 11-26 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 42 |
| Free throws | 11-13 | 11-14 |
| Free throw % | 85 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 21 | 51 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 21 |
| Defensive rebounds | 15 | 30 |
| Assists | 8 | 18 |
| Steals | 7 | 7 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 38 |
| Fouls | 16 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 6 | 23 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 15 | 76 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half36-41Paulius Murauskas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half36-42Paulius Murauskas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half36-44Dillan Shaw makes layup
- 2nd Half36-45Harry Wessels makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half36-48Dillan Shaw makes 27-foot three point jumper (Joshua Dent assists)
- 2nd Half37-48Christian Hammond makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half38-48Christian Hammond makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half40-48Elijah Mahi makes 5-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half40-51Dillan Shaw makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mikey Lewis assists)
- 2nd Half42-51Christian Hammond makes 4-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half42-53Harry Wessels makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half44-53Allen Graves makes 5-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half44-56Joshua Dent makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half44-58Andrew McKeever makes 9-foot hook shot (Mikey Lewis assists)
- 2nd Half44-60Mikey Lewis makes driving layup (Joshua Dent assists)
- 2nd Half47-60Allen Graves makes 24-foot three point jumper (Sash Gavalyugov assists)
- 2nd Half47-62Paulius Murauskas makes layup (Joshua Dent assists)
- 2nd Half47-63Paulius Murauskas makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half50-63Christian Hammond makes 26-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half52-63Allen Graves makes 1-foot dunk (Sash Gavalyugov assists)
- 2nd Half54-63Christian Hammond makes driving layup
- 2nd Half54-65Mikey Lewis makes driving layup (Joshua Dent assists)
- 2nd Half54-67Harry Wessels makes layup
- 2nd Half57-67Jake Ensminger makes 25-foot three point jumper (Elijah Mahi assists)
- 2nd Half57-70Paulius Murauskas makes 24-foot three point jumper (Joshua Dent assists)
- 2nd Half58-70Brenton Knapper makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-70Brenton Knapper makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-73Mikey Lewis makes 25-foot three pointer (Dillan Shaw assists)
- 2nd Half59-75Harry Wessels makes 3-foot dunk
- 2nd Half59-78Mikey Lewis makes 26-foot three point jumper (Paulius Murauskas assists)
- 2nd Half59-80Harry Wessels makes layup (Joshua Dent assists)
- 2nd Half61-80Allen Graves makes 5-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half61-81Mikey Lewis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-82Mikey Lewis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-83Rory Hawke makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-84Rory Hawke makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-84Brenton Knapper makes 12-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half64-84Brenton Knapper makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half67-84KJ Cochran makes 25-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half67-86Tony Duckett makes driving layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Saint Mary's Gaels, below favours Santa Clara Broncos.
Venue
- University Credit Union PavilionMoraga, CA
- Attendance3500
- OfficialsLee Cassell, Ron Groover, Brooks Wells
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