SE Louisiana Lions Edge Navy Midshipmen 69-65
Saturday, November 29, 2025, 12:00 PM ET · Trask Coliseum
SE Louisiana Lions 69, Navy Midshipmen 65, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won SE Louisiana Lions vs Navy Midshipmen?
SE Louisiana Lions beat Navy Midshipmen 69-65 at Trask Coliseum on November 29, 2025.
Who was favored in SE Louisiana Lions vs Navy Midshipmen?
Navy Midshipmen were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -185 (about 65% implied). The underdog won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the SE Louisiana Lions emerged victorious against the Navy Midshipmen with a final score of 69-65. This game, held at Trask Coliseum, showcased the Lions' resilience as they snapped a recent losing streak, improving their record to 4-5, while the Midshipmen fell to 4-6 on the season.
Both teams entered the game with fluctuating recent form. The Midshipmen had a record of 5-5 in their last ten games, with an average of 73.5 points scored and 72.8 points allowed. However, they were coming off a loss against the UNC Wilmington Seahawks, where they were defeated 87-57. In contrast, the Lions had struggled significantly, with a record of 2-8 in their last ten games, averaging 63.9 points scored and 69.0 points allowed. They were able to find some momentum with a recent win against Gardner-Webb, 76-68, just before facing Navy.
At home, Navy had a record of 2-1, while SE Louisiana struggled away, managing only one win in eight attempts, which highlights the importance of home-court advantage. The Midshipmen's recent home performance had been better, but they faced a tough challenge from the Lions, who were looking to build on their recent success.
In their previous meetings, the teams had not faced each other recently, adding an element of unpredictability to the matchup. The injury report did not indicate any significant absences for either team, allowing both squads to field their best players.
Betting lines from DraftKings indicated that Navy was favored by 3.5 points, with a total set at 136.5. The odds reflected the expectation of a competitive game, and the final score confirmed that sentiment.
Conditions during the game were typical for a late November evening, with a crowd eager to support their teams. As the game progressed, viewers witnessed a back-and-forth battle, with both teams exchanging leads. Key moments included a pivotal three-point jumper by Peter Hemschemeier, which extended the Lions' lead to 66-61 in the second half.
Austin Benigni contributed significantly to SE Louisiana's success, making crucial free throws that helped seal the victory. His performance at the line was instrumental, as he converted multiple attempts down the stretch, bringing the score to 69-65.
As the clock wound down, Navy struggled to find the basket, unable to capitalize on their opportunities, ultimately leading to their defeat. The Lions' ability to execute under pressure proved decisive, allowing them to leave the court with a hard-fought win.
Overall, the game highlighted the competitive nature of both teams and set the stage for what could be an intriguing season ahead.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | NAVY -3.5 | 136.5 o -112 / u -108 | SE Louisiana Lions +154 · Navy Midshipmen -185 |
Leaders
- PointsAustin Benigni24Navy Midshipmen
- AssistsDonovan Draper5Navy Midshipmen
- ReboundsDonovan Draper7Navy Midshipmen
- PointsPeter Hemschemeier19SE Louisiana Lions
- AssistsPeter Hemschemeier3SE Louisiana Lions
- ReboundsSeth Jones7SE Louisiana Lions
Recent form
Navy Midshipmen
Last 10: 5-5Streak L173.5 scored · 72.8 allowed per game2-1 at home
- L57-87at UNC Wilmington SeahawksNov 28
- W84-51at Gardner-Webb Runnin' BulldogsNov 26
- W86-70vs NJIT HighlandersNov 22
- L61-73at North Carolina Tar HeelsNov 19
- W97-64vs Washington Maryland ShoremenNov 14
- L71-80at Penn State Nittany LionsNov 11
- L68-97vs Yale BulldogsNov 8
- W76-55at Presbyterian Blue HoseNov 4
- L52-74at American University EaglesMar 12
- W83-77at Bucknell BisonMar 9
SE Louisiana Lions
Last 10: 2-8Streak W163.9 scored · 69 allowed per game1-7 away
- W76-68at Gardner-Webb Runnin' BulldogsNov 28
- L57-70at UNC Wilmington SeahawksNov 27
- W71-45vs William Carey CrusadersNov 20
- L68-75at Mississippi State BulldogsNov 15
- L60-70at Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsNov 11
- L52-58at Louisiana Ragin' CajunsNov 8
- L58-88at Ole Miss RebelsNov 4
- L67-71vs Incarnate Word CardinalsMar 10
- L76-77at UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosMar 4
- L54-68at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersMar 1
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen F. Austin | 28-6 | - | 20-2 |
| McNeese | 28-6 | 1 | 19-3 |
| UT Rio Grande Valley | 19-14 | 6 | 14-8 |
| Texas A&M-Corpus Christi | 18-15 | 7 | 13-9 |
| LSU New Orleans | 15-18 | 8 | 12-10 |
| Nicholls | 14-19 | 8 | 12-10 |
| Houston Christian | 12-20 | 12 | 8-14 |
| Northwestern State | 10-22 | 12 | 8-14 |
| Incarnate Word | 12-19 | 13 | 7-15 |
| Lamar | 12-19 | 13 | 7-15 |
| East Texas A&M | 11-21 | 14 | 6-16 |
| SE Louisiana | 9-22 | 14 | 6-16 |
| Navy | 26-8 | - | 17-1 |
| Colgate | 18-15 | 6 | 11-7 |
| Lehigh | 18-17 | 6 | 11-7 |
| Boston University | 17-17 | 7 | 10-8 |
| American University | 16-16 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Loyola Maryland | 12-20 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Lafayette | 11-21 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Bucknell | 10-23 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Army | 11-21 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Holy Cross | 11-22 | 12 | 5-13 |
Box score
| Stat | SE Louisiana Lions | Navy Midshipmen |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-45 | 21-49 |
| Field goal % | 53 | 43 |
| Three-pointers | 9-15 | 4-14 |
| Three-point % | 60 | 29 |
| Free throws | 12-15 | 19-28 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 68 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 26 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 18 |
| Assists | 15 | 10 |
| Steals | 6 | 9 |
| Blocks | 3 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 16 |
| Fast-break points | 3 | 18 |
| Points in the paint | 20 | 30 |
| Fouls | 23 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 19 | 8 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half42-27Austin Benigni made Layup.
- 2nd Half44-27Isaiah Gaines made Layup.
- 2nd Half46-27Jeremy Elyzee made Layup.
- 2nd Half46-28Mike Woods made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-29Mike Woods made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-29Isaiah Gaines made Jumper. Assisted by CJ Booker.
- 2nd Half48-30Austin Benigni made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-31Austin Benigni made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-32Austin Benigni made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-34Cam Cole made Jumper.
- 2nd Half49-34Isaiah Gaines made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-34Isaiah Gaines made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-36Cam Cole made Layup.
- 2nd Half53-36Seth Jones made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half53-37Austin Benigni made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-37Jaiden Lawrence made Layup. Assisted by Kyle Edison.
- 2nd Half55-40Cam Cole made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Austin Benigni.
- 2nd Half56-40Jalen Forrest made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-43Cam Cole made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Donovan Draper.
- 2nd Half59-43Seth Jones made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ubong-Abasi Etim.
- 2nd Half59-45Mike Woods made Layup. Assisted by Austin Benigni.
- 2nd Half59-47Donovan Draper made Layup. Assisted by Jinwoo Kim.
- 2nd Half59-48Donovan Draper made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-48Isaiah Gaines made Layup. Assisted by Peter Hemschemeier.
- 2nd Half61-51Cam Cole made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Donovan Draper.
- 2nd Half61-53Austin Benigni made Layup.
- 2nd Half61-54Austin Benigni made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-55Austin Benigni made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-57Aidan Kehoe made Layup. Assisted by Donovan Draper.
- 2nd Half61-59Austin Benigni made Layup.
- 2nd Half61-61Austin Benigni made Jumper.
- 2nd Half63-61Isaiah Gaines made Layup. Assisted by Jeremy Elyzee.
- 2nd Half66-61Peter Hemschemeier made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Isaiah Gaines.
- 2nd Half66-62Austin Benigni made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-63Austin Benigni made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-64Austin Benigni made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-65Austin Benigni made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-65Jeremy Elyzee made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-65Kyle Edison made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-65Kyle Edison made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Navy Midshipmen, below favours SE Louisiana Lions.
Venue
- Trask ColiseumWilmington, NC
- OfficialsLamar Simpson, Tony Crisp, Ed Corliss
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