Saint Mary's Defeats Seattle U in High-Scoring Contest
Sunday, January 4, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · University Credit Union Pavilion
Saint Mary's Gaels 93, Seattle U Redhawks 76, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Seattle U Redhawks vs Saint Mary's Gaels?
Saint Mary's Gaels beat Seattle U Redhawks 93-76 at University Credit Union Pavilion on January 4, 2026.
Who was favored in Seattle U Redhawks vs Saint Mary's Gaels?
Saint Mary's Gaels were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -750 (about 88% implied). The favorite won.
Saint Mary's Gaels showcased their dominance at home, defeating the Seattle U Redhawks 93-76 in a thrilling matchup at the University Credit Union Pavilion. This victory extends Saint Mary's impressive home record to 16-2, while Seattle U falls to 12-6 overall. The Gaels have been in formidable form, winning their last five games and averaging 75.8 points in their most recent five outings, while allowing just 61.6 points.
In this contest, Saint Mary's maintained a strong offensive presence, scoring 93 points against a Seattle U defense that had been allowing an average of 67.2 points in their last five games. The Gaels' scoring was led by a balanced attack, with multiple players contributing to their total. The home side's ability to score efficiently was evident, as they averaged 73.4 points per game over their last ten, while keeping their opponents to an average of 66.4.
Seattle U, on the other hand, had a mixed performance leading into this game, with a record of 7-3 in their last ten games and a scoring average of 77.8 points. However, they have struggled in their recent outings, losing their last game against Gonzaga and now facing another defeat against a strong Saint Mary's team. Their away record stands at 2-3, illustrating the challenges they have faced when not playing on their home court.
The odds for this matchup, as provided by DraftKings, had Saint Mary's favored by 11.5 points, with a total set at 139.5. The Gaels' moneyline was priced at -750, indicating strong confidence in their ability to win, while Seattle U's moneyline was set at 525, reflecting their status as the underdog.
The game was played under favorable conditions, allowing both teams to showcase their skills. Fans witnessed a series of impressive plays, particularly in the second half, where Saint Mary's pulled away decisively. Key moments included Maleek Arington's three-point jumper and Mikey Lewis's driving layup, which helped the Gaels maintain their lead as the game progressed.
In terms of injuries, no specific players were reported missing from either side, allowing both teams to field their best lineups. This contributed to the high level of play and scoring seen throughout the game.
As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to a display of offensive prowess from Saint Mary's, particularly in the second half, where they outscored Seattle U decisively. The Gaels' ability to execute their game plan effectively and capitalize on scoring opportunities was a key factor in their victory. Seattle U, despite their loss, demonstrated resilience and fought hard, but ultimately could not keep pace with the Gaels’ offensive output.
Overall, this matchup highlighted Saint Mary's strength at home and their capability to perform under pressure, while Seattle U will need to regroup and address their recent struggles as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SMC -11.5 | 139.5 o -105 / u -115 | Seattle U Redhawks +525 · Saint Mary's Gaels -750 |
Leaders
- PointsPaulius Murauskas30Saint Mary's Gaels
- AssistsJoshua Dent9Saint Mary's Gaels
- ReboundsPaulius Murauskas15Saint Mary's Gaels
- PointsJunseok Yeo24Seattle U Redhawks
- AssistsBrayden Maldonado6Seattle U Redhawks
- ReboundsMaleek Arington6Seattle U Redhawks
Recent form
Saint Mary's Gaels
Last 10: 8-2Streak W573.4 scored · 66.4 allowed per game3-0 at home
- W78-57vs Portland PilotsJan 3
- W72-45at Pepperdine WavesDec 31
- W78-73at Loyola Marymount LionsDec 29
- W63-58vs Northern Iowa PanthersDec 23
- W88-75vs Florida Atlantic OwlsDec 20
- L67-68at Boise State BroncosDec 14
- W70-61at Davidson WildcatsDec 7
- L71-96at Vanderbilt CommodoresNov 28
- W77-66at Virginia Tech HokiesNov 27
- W70-65at Wichita State ShockersNov 27
Seattle U Redhawks
Last 10: 7-3Streak L177.8 scored · 65.9 allowed per game2-2 away
- L72-80at Gonzaga BulldogsJan 3
- W69-55vs Washington State CougarsDec 31
- L59-67vs San Francisco DonsDec 29
- W71-68at UTSA RoadrunnersDec 22
- W70-66vs Washington HuskiesDec 20
- W79-78at UC Davis AggiesDec 18
- W115-60vs Warner Pacific KnightsDec 14
- W75-68vs UTEP MinersDec 8
- W97-43vs Puget Sound LoggersDec 4
- L71-74at UC Santa Barbara GauchosNov 29
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 | Seattle U Redhawks | Saint Mary's Gaels |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-64 | 34-63 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 54 |
| Three-pointers | 11-25 | 9-17 |
| Three-point % | 44 | 53 |
| Free throws | 5-7 | 16-19 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 84 |
| Rebounds | 19 | 46 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 17 |
| Defensive rebounds | 12 | 29 |
| Assists | 18 | 24 |
| Steals | 4 | 4 |
| Blocks | 7 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 5 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 4 | 4 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 50 |
| Fouls | 14 | 8 |
| Largest lead | 8 | 17 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 57 | 34 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half54-47Junseok Yeo makes 24-foot three point jumper (Maleek Arington assists)
- 2nd Half54-50Mikey Lewis makes 24-foot three point jumper (Harry Wessels assists)
- 2nd Half54-53Dillan Shaw makes 23-foot three point jumper (Joshua Dent assists)
- 2nd Half56-53Will Heimbrodt makes 8-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half56-54Andrew McKeever makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-55Andrew McKeever makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-57Paulius Murauskas makes layup (Dillan Shaw assists)
- 2nd Half56-58Paulius Murauskas makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half56-59Paulius Murauskas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-61Paulius Murauskas makes 6-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half58-61Austin Maurer makes 11-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half58-62Andrew McKeever makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-63Paulius Murauskas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-64Paulius Murauskas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-64Maleek Arington makes 8-foot floating jump shot (Will Heimbrodt assists)
- 2nd Half60-66Joshua Dent makes driving layup
- 2nd Half63-66Junseok Yeo makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jojo Murphy assists)
- 2nd Half63-68Joshua Dent makes driving layup
- 2nd Half63-69Harry Wessels makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-70Harry Wessels makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-70Junseok Yeo makes 25-foot three point jumper (Brayden Maldonado assists)
- 2nd Half66-72Harry Wessels makes 5-foot hook shot (Paulius Murauskas assists)
- 2nd Half67-72Will Heimbrodt makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-73Paulius Murauskas makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half67-74Paulius Murauskas makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half67-75Paulius Murauskas makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half68-75Will Heimbrodt makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-75Will Heimbrodt makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-75Will Heimbrodt makes 12-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half71-77Harry Wessels makes 2-foot dunk (Joshua Dent assists)
- 2nd Half71-78Harry Wessels makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half71-80Harry Wessels makes driving layup (Dillan Shaw assists)
- 2nd Half74-80Maleek Arington makes 25-foot three point jumper (Brayden Maldonado assists)
- 2nd Half74-82Harry Wessels makes 5-foot hook shot (Joshua Dent assists)
- 2nd Half74-84Mikey Lewis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half74-86Paulius Murauskas makes layup
- 2nd Half76-86Junseok Yeo makes 1-foot dunk (Brayden Maldonado assists)
- 2nd Half76-88Mikey Lewis makes driving layup (Joshua Dent assists)
- 2nd Half76-91Dillan Shaw makes 22-foot three point jumper (Paulius Murauskas assists)
- 2nd Half76-93Paulius Murauskas makes 1-foot dunk (Dillan Shaw assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Saint Mary's Gaels, below favours Seattle U Redhawks.
Venue
- University Credit Union PavilionMoraga, CA
- Attendance3410
- OfficialsMarques Pettigrew, John Hampton, Michael Mojica
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