Santa Clara Broncos Defeat Xavier Musketeers 87-68
Monday, November 10, 2025, 8:30 PM ET · Cintas Center
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Who won Santa Clara Broncos vs Xavier Musketeers?
Santa Clara Broncos beat Xavier Musketeers 87-68 at Cintas Center on November 10, 2025.
In a notable clash at the Cintas Center, the Santa Clara Broncos secured a convincing 87-68 victory over the Xavier Musketeers. This matchup showcased the Broncos' strong early season form, extending their winning streak to three games while handing Xavier their second loss of the season.
Santa Clara entered the game with an impressive away record of 3-0 and a recent form that included a record of 7-3 over their last ten games, averaging 85.0 points scored per game while allowing 69.2. Their last five games saw them maintain a record of 3-2, with an average of 82.2 points scored and 71.8 points allowed. The Broncos' recent victories included wins against the McNeese Cowboys and the Cal Poly Humboldt Lumberjacks, both of which highlighted their offensive prowess.
Xavier, on the other hand, had a home record of 2-1 and boasted a strong overall performance with a 9-1 record in their last ten games. They averaged 80.2 points scored while allowing 70.6 points. Despite their solid form, including a two-game winning streak leading into this matchup, they struggled to keep pace with the Broncos. Xavier's recent games included victories over Le Moyne Dolphins and Marist Red Foxes, but they could not replicate that success against Santa Clara.
The game itself saw Santa Clara take control early, and they maintained that lead throughout. Roddie Anderson III was a standout performer, contributing significantly to the Broncos' scoring with key free throws and three-point shots in the second half. His performance was complemented by teammates like Tre Carroll and Filip Borovicanin, who both played pivotal roles in the offensive execution.
In terms of previous meetings, this game added another chapter to the history between these two programs, with Santa Clara continuing to assert their dominance in recent encounters. The Broncos' ability to perform well on the road against a traditionally strong Xavier team highlighted their potential as a competitive force this season.
Injury reports did not indicate any major absences for either team, allowing both to field their strongest lineups. The matchup was played under favorable conditions, with a good atmosphere at the Cintas Center, although the home crowd could not help Xavier overcome Santa Clara's offensive onslaught.
The market had priced the matchup with Xavier as the favorites, reflecting their home advantage and recent form. However, Santa Clara's performance defied expectations, showcasing their ability to compete at a high level away from home.
Viewers should have noted the strategic play from Santa Clara, particularly their ability to capitalize on offensive rebounds and transition opportunities. The Broncos’ effective ball movement and shooting accuracy were key factors in their victory, and they demonstrated a balanced attack that kept Xavier's defense on their toes throughout the game. The final score of 87-68 underscored Santa Clara's dominance and set a strong tone for their season ahead.
Leaders
- PointsRoddie Anderson III29Xavier Musketeers
- AssistsMalik Messina-Moore4Xavier Musketeers
- ReboundsJovan Milicevic5Xavier Musketeers
- PointsElijah Mahi18Santa Clara Broncos
- AssistsElijah Mahi3Santa Clara Broncos
- ReboundsAllen Graves11Santa Clara Broncos
Recent form
Xavier Musketeers
Last 10: 9-1Streak W280.2 scored · 70.6 allowed per game6-1 at home
- W74-69vs Le Moyne DolphinsNov 7
- W66-62vs Marist Red FoxesNov 4
- L87-89vs Marquette Golden EaglesMar 13
- W76-68vs Providence FriarsMar 8
- W91-78at Butler BulldogsMar 6
- W83-61vs Creighton BluejaysMar 1
- W73-66at Seton Hall PiratesFeb 23
- W76-63vs Butler BulldogsFeb 19
- W85-68vs DePaul Blue DemonsFeb 15
- W91-82at Providence FriarsFeb 13
Santa Clara Broncos
Last 10: 7-3Streak W285 scored · 69.2 allowed per game3-1 away
- W79-67vs McNeese CowboysNov 8
- W83-53vs Cal Poly Humboldt LumberjacksNov 5
- L76-78vs Pepperdine WavesMar 10
- W97-66at Pacific TigersMar 2
- L76-95vs Gonzaga BulldogsFeb 26
- W109-79at Washington State CougarsFeb 22
- W76-61vs Loyola Marymount LionsFeb 21
- L64-73at Saint Mary's GaelsFeb 12
- W93-70vs San Diego TorerosFeb 9
- W97-50at Portland PilotsFeb 7
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 |
| St. John's | 30-7 | - | 18-2 |
| UConn | 34-6 | 1 | 17-3 |
| Villanova | 24-9 | 3 | 15-5 |
| Seton Hall | 21-12 | 8 | 10-10 |
| Creighton | 16-18 | 9 | 9-11 |
| DePaul | 16-16 | 10 | 8-12 |
| Butler | 16-16 | 11 | 7-13 |
| Providence | 15-18 | 11 | 7-13 |
| Marquette | 12-20 | 11 | 7-13 |
| Georgetown | 16-18 | 12 | 6-14 |
| Xavier | 15-18 | 12 | 6-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Santa Clara Broncos | Xavier Musketeers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 35-64 | 19-56 |
| Field goal % | 55 | 34 |
| Three-pointers | 5-13 | 5-18 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 28 |
| Free throws | 12-17 | 25-34 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 74 |
| Rebounds | 42 | 33 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 30 | 20 |
| Assists | 17 | 17 |
| Steals | 10 | 6 |
| Blocks | 11 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 20 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 20 |
| Points in the paint | 52 | 22 |
| Fouls | 25 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 30 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half58-34Sash Gavalyugov made Jumper.
- 2nd Half58-35Roddie Anderson III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-36Roddie Anderson III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-37Roddie Anderson III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-37Allen Graves made Jumper.
- 2nd Half60-38Roddie Anderson III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-39Roddie Anderson III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-39Christian Hammond made Jumper. Assisted by Allen Graves.
- 2nd Half63-39Elijah Mahi made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-40Filip Borovicanin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-41Filip Borovicanin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-41Allen Graves made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half65-43Roddie Anderson III made Layup. Assisted by Jovan Milicevic.
- 2nd Half67-43Elijah Mahi made Layup.
- 2nd Half67-44Roddie Anderson III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-44Elijah Mahi made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-44Elijah Mahi made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-46Roddie Anderson III made Layup.
- 2nd Half72-46Sash Gavalyugov made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Allen Graves.
- 2nd Half72-47Roddie Anderson III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-48Jovan Milicevic made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-48Elijah Mahi made Jumper.
- 2nd Half75-48Bukky Oboye made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-50Tre Carroll made Jumper.
- 2nd Half77-50Elijah Mahi made Jumper.
- 2nd Half79-50Allen Graves made Layup. Assisted by Elijah Mahi.
- 2nd Half79-51Roddie Anderson III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half81-51Thierry Darlan made Layup.
- 2nd Half81-52Roddie Anderson III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half81-53Roddie Anderson III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-53Brenton Knapper made Layup.
- 2nd Half83-56Roddie Anderson III made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Anthony Robinson.
- 2nd Half83-57Roddie Anderson III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-58Roddie Anderson III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-61Roddie Anderson III made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tre Carroll.
- 2nd Half83-63Filip Borovicanin made Layup. Assisted by Tre Carroll.
- 2nd Half85-63KJ Cochran made Layup. Assisted by Francis Chukwudebelu.
- 2nd Half85-65Tre Carroll made Layup. Assisted by Filip Borovicanin.
- 2nd Half87-65Brenton Knapper made Layup. Assisted by Sash Gavalyugov.
- 2nd Half87-68Roddie Anderson III made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Filip Borovicanin.
Win probability
Above the line favours Xavier Musketeers, below favours Santa Clara Broncos.
Venue
- Cintas CenterCincinnati, OH
- Attendance9830
- OfficialsTony Chiazza, Matt Potter, Nathan Hall
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