Seton Hall Pirates Defeat Providence Friars 72-67
Friday, December 19, 2025, 6:30 PM ET · Amica Mutual Pavilion
Seton Hall Pirates 72, Providence Friars 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 Providence Friars?
Seton Hall Pirates beat Providence Friars 72-67 at Amica Mutual Pavilion on December 19, 2025.
Who was favored in Seton Hall Pirates vs Providence Friars?
Providence Friars were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -115 (about 53% implied). The underdog won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Seton Hall Pirates emerged victorious against the Providence Friars with a final score of 72-67. This game, held at the Amica Mutual Pavilion, showcased the Pirates' ability to secure a win on the road, improving their away record to 4-1 and extending their winning streak to five games.
Seton Hall entered the game with an impressive overall record of 11-1, demonstrating strong form with a recent record of 9-1 over their last ten games. They averaged 76.5 points per game while allowing just 62.8, indicating a solid defensive effort alongside their offensive capabilities. In contrast, Providence had a home record of 5-0 prior to this game but had struggled recently, losing their last game against the Butler Bulldogs, which ended their previous winning streak. The Friars' overall record now stands at 7-6, with a scoring average of 91.0 points per game, but they allowed an average of 83.0 points, highlighting defensive vulnerabilities.
The game featured a series of scoring plays that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The second half saw pivotal moments, including a floating jump shot by Jamier Jones that brought the Pirates within striking distance. Free throws played a crucial role in the game's outcome, with Stephon Payne and Jaylin Sellers contributing to the Friars' scoring, but ultimately, it was Seton Hall's timely three-pointer by Tajuan Simpkins that shifted the momentum in their favor.
Historically, Seton Hall has had the upper hand against Providence this season, winning both previous meetings. Their first encounter on January 11 ended with a score of 91-85 in favor of the Friars, but Seton Hall turned the tables in the second matchup on January 29, winning 69-67. This latest victory further solidified their dominance in the head-to-head record, which now stands at 3-0 for the season.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either side, indicating that both teams were likely at full strength for this crucial matchup. The absence of significant injuries can often play a vital role in the outcome of such tightly contested games.
The betting lines provided by DraftKings indicated a competitive matchup, with Providence favored by 1.5 points. The total points set at 152.5 suggested expectations for a high-scoring game, which was somewhat reflected in the final score, although the defensive efforts from Seton Hall were critical in keeping the scoring lower than anticipated.
Overall, this game was a testament to Seton Hall's resilience and ability to perform under pressure, especially in a hostile environment. As the season progresses, both teams will look to build on this game, with Providence aiming to bounce back from this defeat while Seton Hall seeks to maintain their winning momentum.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | PROV -1.5 | 152.5 o -115 / u -105 | Seton Hall Pirates -105 · Providence Friars -115 |
Leaders
- PointsStefan Vaaks15Providence Friars
- AssistsJason Edwards5Providence Friars
- ReboundsJaylin Sellers4Providence Friars
- PointsTajuan Simpkins22Seton Hall Pirates
- AssistsAdam Clark7Seton Hall Pirates
- ReboundsStephon Payne16Seton Hall Pirates
Recent form
Providence Friars
Last 10: 6-4Streak L191 scored · 83 allowed per game5-0 at home
- L110-113at Butler BulldogsDec 13
- W86-79vs Brown BearsDec 10
- W90-71vs Rhode Island RamsDec 6
- W94-64vs Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsDec 3
- L78-90at Florida GatorsNov 28
- L83-104at Wisconsin BadgersNov 27
- W77-65at Penn State Nittany LionsNov 22
- W98-66vs New Hampshire WildcatsNov 19
- L88-97at Colorado BuffaloesNov 15
- W106-81vs Pennsylvania QuakersNov 12
Seton Hall Pirates
Last 10: 9-1Streak W476.5 scored · 62.8 allowed per game3-1 away
- W81-59vs Rutgers Scarlet KnightsDec 14
- W78-67at Kansas State WildcatsDec 6
- 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
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 |
Box score
| Stat | Seton Hall Pirates | Providence Friars |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-55 | 19-48 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 40 |
| Three-pointers | 5-15 | 5-23 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 22 |
| Free throws | 17-27 | 24-30 |
| Free throw % | 63 | 80 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 29 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 23 |
| Assists | 13 | 11 |
| Steals | 12 | 5 |
| Blocks | 1 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 28 |
| Fouls | 20 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 10 | 4 |
| Lead changes | 14 | 14 |
| Time in front | 83 | 10 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half45-36Stephon Payne makes layup
- 2nd Half45-38Oswin Erhunmwunse makes layup (Stefan Vaaks assists)
- 2nd Half45-41Jason Edwards makes 22-foot three point jumper (Jamier Jones assists)
- 2nd Half45-43Stefan Vaaks makes driving layup
- 2nd Half45-46Stefan Vaaks makes 26-foot three point jumper (Ryan Mela assists)
- 2nd Half47-46Adam Clark makes 9-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half49-46Tajuan Simpkins makes 19-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half49-48Corey Floyd Jr. makes 14-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half49-49Jason Edwards makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-50Jason Edwards makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-50AJ Staton-McCray makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-50Tajuan Simpkins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-50Stephon Payne makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half53-51Jaylin Sellers makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-52Jaylin Sellers makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-52Stephon Payne makes layup (Trey Parker assists)
- 2nd Half57-52Stephon Payne makes layup (Mike Williams assists)
- 2nd Half58-52Adam Clark makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-52Adam Clark makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-53Cole Hargrove makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-53Tajuan Simpkins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-53Tajuan Simpkins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-55Stefan Vaaks makes layup (Corey Floyd Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half62-55Mike Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-56Oswin Erhunmwunse makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-57Oswin Erhunmwunse makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-58Jaylin Sellers makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-59Jaylin Sellers makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-60Jamier Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-61Jamier Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-63Jason Edwards makes driving layup
- 2nd Half64-63Stephon Payne makes layup (Adam Clark assists)
- 2nd Half64-65Jamier Jones makes 11-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half65-65Stephon Payne makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-65Stephon Payne makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-66Jaylin Sellers makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-67Jaylin Sellers makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-67Tajuan Simpkins makes 25-foot three point jumper (Adam Clark assists)
- 2nd Half71-67Adam Clark makes 13-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half72-67Adam Clark makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Providence Friars, below favours Seton Hall Pirates.
Venue
- Amica Mutual PavilionProvidence, RI
- Attendance10993
- OfficialsBret Smith, Roger Ayers, Evon Burroughs
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