Iona Gaels Defeat Siena Saints 75-72 in Close Contest
Friday, January 2, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Hynes Athletics Center
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Quick answers
Who won Siena Saints vs Iona Gaels?
Iona Gaels beat Siena Saints 75-72 at Hynes Athletics Center on January 2, 2026.
Who was favored in Siena Saints vs Iona Gaels?
Siena Saints were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -118 (about 54% implied). The underdog won.
In a thrilling matchup at the Hynes Athletics Center, the Iona Gaels edged out the Siena Saints with a final score of 75-72. This victory marked the Gaels' second consecutive win against the Saints this season, having previously defeated them 74-73 on January 5, 2025, and 72-68 on January 25, 2025. The game was characterized by a back-and-forth battle, showcasing the competitive spirit of both teams.
Iona entered the game with a home record of 10-5 and a recent form of 5-5 over their last ten games, including a loss to Mount St. Mary's on December 30, 2025. The Gaels have averaged 75.4 points per game while allowing 78.2 points during this stretch. Their last five games reflect an average of 71.2 points scored and 73.4 points allowed, indicating a slight struggle on the defensive end. The Gaels have been inconsistent at home, with a record of 1-2 in their last three games at the Hynes Athletics Center.
On the other hand, the Siena Saints came into this game with a 9-5 overall record and a solid performance in their last ten games, boasting a 7-3 record. However, they are currently on a two-game losing streak, having lost to Indiana and Vermont. The Saints have averaged 69.4 points scored and 65.2 points allowed in their recent form, showing a stronger defensive presence compared to the Gaels. Their away record stands at 3-2, indicating they have been competitive on the road.
The betting lines from DraftKings indicated that Siena was favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 149.5. The odds for the total were -105 for the over and -115 for the under, reflecting a balanced expectation for scoring. The moneyline odds were -102 for Iona and -118 for Siena, suggesting a tight contest.
In terms of player performances, the game saw several key moments that shaped the outcome. Keshawn Williams played a pivotal role for Iona, contributing crucial baskets in the second half, including a driving layup that helped extend the Gaels' lead. Justice Shoats also made significant plays, including a driving layup that briefly put Siena ahead. The final moments were intense, with both teams exchanging leads, but Iona managed to secure the victory with a step-back jump shot from Williams that sealed the game.
The conditions in the Hynes Athletics Center were conducive to an exciting atmosphere, with fans supporting both teams passionately. The close scoreline reflected the competitive nature of the game, making it a must-watch for basketball enthusiasts.
Overall, this game highlighted the resilience of the Iona Gaels, who managed to overcome a challenging Siena team, further establishing their dominance in this season's matchups.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SIE -1.5 | 149.5 o -105 / u -115 | Siena Saints -118 · Iona Gaels -102 |
Leaders
- PointsToby Harris25Iona Gaels
- AssistsCJ Anthony13Iona Gaels
- ReboundsAlliou Fall7Iona Gaels
- PointsGavin Doty31Siena Saints
- AssistsJustice Shoats5Siena Saints
- ReboundsGavin Doty12Siena Saints
Recent form
Iona Gaels
Last 10: 5-5Streak L175.4 scored · 78.2 allowed per game1-2 at home
- L59-66at Mount St. Mary's MountaineersDec 30
- W83-78at Vermont CatamountsDec 20
- L64-91at St. John's Red StormDec 13
- W69-63vs Bryant BulldogsDec 11
- W81-69at Sacred Heart PioneersDec 7
- L68-89vs Quinnipiac BobcatsDec 6
- W89-66at Delaware Blue HensDec 2
- L75-80vs Green Bay PhoenixNov 24
- W91-84at Oregon State BeaversNov 22
- L75-96at Akron ZipsNov 21
Siena Saints
Last 10: 7-3Streak L269.4 scored · 65.2 allowed per game3-2 away
- L60-81at Indiana HoosiersDec 22
- L69-83at Vermont CatamountsDec 18
- W74-52vs Canisius Golden GriffinsDec 7
- W83-54vs Niagara Purple EaglesDec 6
- W64-60at Maine Black BearsNov 30
- W59-55at American University EaglesNov 29
- W70-63vs Longwood LancersNov 28
- W73-69at Holy Cross CrusadersNov 24
- W73-63vs UAlbany Great DanesNov 22
- L69-72vs Colgate RaidersNov 18
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrimack | 23-11 | - | 17-3 |
| Saint Peter's | 17-12 | 3 | 14-6 |
| Siena | 23-12 | 4 | 13-7 |
| Marist | 19-12 | 5 | 12-8 |
| Quinnipiac | 19-13 | 5 | 12-8 |
| Fairfield | 21-13 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Mount St. Mary's | 15-17 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Iona | 18-14 | 7 | 10-10 |
| Sacred Heart | 14-19 | 8 | 9-11 |
| Manhattan | 12-20 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Canisius | 10-21 | 12 | 5-15 |
| Niagara | 8-22 | 12 | 5-15 |
| Rider | 4-25 | 14 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Siena Saints | Iona Gaels |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-66 | 28-56 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 7-21 | 11-28 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 39 |
| Free throws | 11-11 | 8-13 |
| Free throw % | 100 | 62 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 30 |
| Assists | 17 | 22 |
| Steals | 13 | 6 |
| Blocks | 2 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 20 | 5 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 28 |
| Fouls | 12 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 5 | 12 |
| Lead changes | 10 | 10 |
| Time in front | 10 | 84 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half31-40CJ Anthony makes 27-foot three point jumper (Kosy Akametu assists)
- 1st Half32-40Gavin Doty makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half33-40Gavin Doty makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half33-41Kosy Akametu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half36-41Brendan Coyle makes 22-foot three point jumper (Justice Shoats assists)
- 2nd Half36-44Toby Harris makes 24-foot three point jumper (CJ Anthony assists)
- 2nd Half38-44Gavin Doty makes 12-foot pullup jump shot (Francis Folefac assists)
- 2nd Half39-44Gavin Doty makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half41-44Francis Folefac makes driving layup (Gavin Doty assists)
- 2nd Half43-44Francis Folefac makes driving layup (Brendan Coyle assists)
- 2nd Half43-46Toby Harris makes driving layup (Alliou Fall assists)
- 2nd Half43-49Toby Harris makes 24-foot three point jumper (CJ Anthony assists)
- 2nd Half43-51Toby Harris makes 3-foot alley oop dunk (CJ Anthony assists)
- 2nd Half43-53CJ Anthony makes 6-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half46-53Gavin Doty makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half46-55Alliou Fall makes layup (Lamin Sabally assists)
- 2nd Half46-58CJ Anthony makes 26-foot three point jumper (Alliou Fall assists)
- 2nd Half47-58Gavin Doty makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-58Gavin Doty makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-60Denver Anglin makes driving layup (Toby Harris assists)
- 2nd Half51-60Gavin Doty makes 23-foot three point jumper (Christian Jones assists)
- 2nd Half53-60Gavin Doty makes driving layup
- 2nd Half56-60Gavin Doty makes 24-foot three point jumper (Justice Shoats assists)
- 2nd Half56-61Lamin Sabally makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-61Gavin Doty makes 6-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half60-61Justice Shoats makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half60-62Lamin Sabally makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-64Lamin Sabally makes driving layup (CJ Anthony assists)
- 2nd Half63-64Christian Jones makes 24-foot three point jumper (Justice Shoats assists)
- 2nd Half66-64Brendan Coyle makes 23-foot three point jumper (Justice Shoats assists)
- 2nd Half66-65Alliou Fall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-67Lamin Sabally makes 5-foot dunk (CJ Anthony assists)
- 2nd Half66-69Keshawn Williams makes driving layup
- 2nd Half68-69Justice Shoats makes driving layup
- 2nd Half68-71Keshawn Williams makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half69-71Gavin Doty makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-71Gavin Doty makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-71Justice Shoats makes driving layup
- 2nd Half72-73CJ Anthony makes driving layup (Keshawn Williams assists)
- 2nd Half72-75Keshawn Williams makes 11-foot step back jumpshot
Win probability
Above the line favours Iona Gaels, below favours Siena Saints.
Venue
- Hynes Athletics CenterNew Rochelle, NY
- Attendance1545
- OfficialsNathan Farrell, Ed Corbett Jr., Tim Smith
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