Seton Hall Defeats Kansas State 78-67 in NCAAB Clash
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 4:00 PM ET · Bramlage Coliseum
Seton Hall Pirates 78, Kansas State Wildcats 67, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Seton Hall Pirates vs Kansas State Wildcats?
Seton Hall Pirates beat Kansas State Wildcats 78-67 at Bramlage Coliseum on December 6, 2025.
Who was favored in Seton Hall Pirates vs Kansas State Wildcats?
Kansas State Wildcats were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -148 (about 60% implied). The underdog won.
Seton Hall Pirates secured a convincing 78-67 victory over the Kansas State Wildcats at Bramlage Coliseum. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it showcased two teams with contrasting recent performances, with Seton Hall entering the game with a strong away record of 9-1, while Kansas State struggled at 5-4. The victory marked Seton Hall's third consecutive win, extending their winning streak to two games, while Kansas State faced their fourth consecutive loss, continuing a challenging stretch.
In terms of recent form, Kansas State had a record of 6-4 in their last ten games, but they have been on a downward trajectory, losing their last three matches. Their scoring average during this stretch was 80.4 points per game, but they allowed an average of 82.8 points, indicating defensive struggles. Their home record was solid at 6-1 prior to this game, but they had not fared well on the road, holding an away record of 0-3.
Conversely, Seton Hall's recent form was impressive, with an 8-2 record in their last ten games. They had been particularly strong defensively, allowing only 61.9 points per game while scoring an average of 73.8 points. Their away record stood at 2-2, but they had shown resilience in their last five games, winning four of them with an average of 77.2 points scored and 64.8 points allowed.
The matchup was also significant in terms of betting lines, as DraftKings set the spread at Kansas State -2.5, indicating that they were favored to win at home. The total for the game was set at 148.5, with over odds at -108.0 and under odds at -112.0. The moneyline reflected Kansas State at -148.0 and Seton Hall at 124.0, further emphasizing the expectation of a close contest.
As for the conditions of the game, it took place at Bramlage Coliseum, a venue known for its energetic atmosphere. The fans were eager to support the Wildcats, but the home team could not capitalize on their home-court advantage.
In terms of scoring plays, Seton Hall maintained control throughout the game, with key contributions from players like Stephon Payne, who made crucial free throws, and P.J. Haggerty, who assisted in critical layups. The Pirates' scoring was well-distributed, showcasing their depth and ability to respond to Kansas State's attempts to close the gap.
Overall, this game highlighted Seton Hall's strong performance and Kansas State's ongoing struggles, particularly in their defensive efforts. The Wildcats will need to regroup and address their recent form as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | KSU -2.5 | 148.5 o -108 / u -112 | Seton Hall Pirates +124 · Kansas State Wildcats -148 |
Leaders
- PointsKhamari McGriff12Kansas State Wildcats
- AssistsP.J. Haggerty6Kansas State Wildcats
- ReboundsKhamari McGriff8Kansas State Wildcats
- PointsAJ Staton-McCray16Seton Hall Pirates
- AssistsAJ Staton-McCray4Seton Hall Pirates
- ReboundsStephon Payne6Seton Hall Pirates
Recent form
Kansas State Wildcats
Last 10: 6-4Streak L381.9 scored · 78.1 allowed per game6-1 at home
- L66-82vs Bowling Green FalconsDec 2
- L69-86at Indiana HoosiersNov 26
- L85-86at Nebraska CornhuskersNov 22
- W98-77vs Mississippi State BulldogsNov 21
- W84-83vs Tulsa Golden HurricaneNov 18
- W99-96vs California Golden BearsNov 14
- W98-71vs Bellarmine KnightsNov 9
- W93-64vs UNC Greensboro SpartansNov 5
- L56-70at Baylor BearsMar 12
- W71-66vs Arizona State Sun DevilsMar 11
Seton Hall Pirates
Last 10: 8-2Streak W273.8 scored · 61.9 allowed per game2-2 away
- W77-61vs Central Connecticut Blue DevilsDec 4
- W75-61at Washington State CougarsNov 26
- L81-83at USC TrojansNov 25
- W85-74at NC State WolfpackNov 24
- W68-45vs New Haven ChargersNov 19
- W70-58vs Monmouth HawksNov 14
- W82-59vs Fairfield StagsNov 11
- W68-61vs Wagner SeahawksNov 8
- W77-50vs Saint Peter's PeacocksNov 4
- L55-67at Villanova WildcatsMar 13
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Arizona | 36-3 | - | 16-2 |
| Houston | 30-7 | 2 | 14-4 |
| Iowa State | 29-8 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Kansas | 24-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Texas Tech | 23-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| TCU | 23-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| BYU | 23-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| UCF | 21-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| West Virginia | 21-14 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Cincinnati | 18-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Colorado | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Arizona State | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma State | 20-15 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Baylor | 17-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Kansas State | 12-20 | 13 | 3-15 |
| Utah | 10-22 | 14 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Seton Hall Pirates | Kansas State Wildcats |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-72 | 23-62 |
| Field goal % | 39 | 37 |
| Three-pointers | 5-23 | 6-30 |
| Three-point % | 22 | 20 |
| Free throws | 17-22 | 15-35 |
| Free throw % | 77 | 43 |
| Rebounds | 44 | 47 |
| Offensive rebounds | 15 | 19 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 28 |
| Assists | 15 | 16 |
| Steals | 10 | 7 |
| Blocks | 5 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 22 | 7 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 40 | 34 |
| Fouls | 22 | 22 |
| Largest lead | 17 | 2 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 92 | 2 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half47-33AJ Staton-McCray made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-35P.J. Haggerty made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-35Elijah Fisher made Layup. Assisted by Adam Clark.
- 2nd Half50-35AJ Staton-McCray made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-35AJ Staton-McCray made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-36P.J. Haggerty made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-39Nate Johnson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Abdi Bashir Jr..
- 2nd Half51-40Dorin Buca made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-42P.J. Haggerty made Layup.
- 2nd Half53-42AJ Staton-McCray made Layup. Assisted by Stephon Payne.
- 2nd Half55-42Tajuan Simpkins made Layup.
- 2nd Half55-43P.J. Haggerty made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-44P.J. Haggerty made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-44Trey Parker made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Stephon Payne.
- 2nd Half60-44Mike Williams made Layup.
- 2nd Half60-47Abdi Bashir Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by David Castillo.
- 2nd Half62-47Trey Parker made Layup.
- 2nd Half62-49Khamari McGriff made Layup. Assisted by David Castillo.
- 2nd Half62-51Nate Johnson made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half62-52Nate Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-53Nate Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-54Khamari McGriff made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-54Stephon Payne made Dunk. Assisted by AJ Staton-McCray.
- 2nd Half65-54Elijah Fisher made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-54Elijah Fisher made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-54Stephon Payne made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half70-54Elijah Fisher made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half71-54Elijah Fisher made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-55P.J. Haggerty made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-57David Castillo made Layup. Assisted by Khamari McGriff.
- 2nd Half72-57AJ Staton-McCray made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-57AJ Staton-McCray made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-57Stephon Payne made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-59P.J. Haggerty made Layup. Assisted by David Castillo.
- 2nd Half74-61Abdi Bashir Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half76-61Mike Williams made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half76-64C.J. Jones made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by P.J. Haggerty.
- 2nd Half76-67Abdi Bashir Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by C.J. Jones.
- 2nd Half77-67AJ Staton-McCray made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-67AJ Staton-McCray made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Kansas State Wildcats, below favours Seton Hall Pirates.
Venue
- Bramlage ColiseumManhattan, KS
- Attendance9195
- OfficialsMarques Pettigrew, James Ford, Robert Felder
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