Saint Louis Dominates Southeast Missouri State in Season Opener
Monday, November 3, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Chaifetz Arena
Saint Louis Billikens 92, Southeast Missouri State Redhawks 67, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Southeast Missouri State Redhawks vs Saint Louis Billikens?
Saint Louis Billikens beat Southeast Missouri State Redhawks 92-67 at Chaifetz Arena on November 3, 2025.
The Saint Louis Billikens showcased a commanding performance in their season opener against the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks, securing a decisive victory with a final score of 92-67 at Chaifetz Arena. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it marked the beginning of the NCAAB season, and the Billikens demonstrated their offensive prowess right from the start.
Saint Louis entered the game with a home record of 1-0, while Southeast Missouri State was looking to bounce back from an away loss, making their record 0-1. The Billikens had a mixed recent form, holding a record of 5-5 over their last ten games, but they had shown signs of improvement, averaging 80.4 points scored and allowing 75.4 points in their last five games. In contrast, the Redhawks had a stronger recent record of 8-2, averaging 72.7 points scored and allowing only 63.2 points in their last ten games, but they were unable to carry that momentum into this matchup.
At home, the Billikens had a solid record of 4-1, while the Redhawks also performed well on the road with a 4-1 record. The matchup was significant not only for the opening of the season but also for the competitive spirit it promised, given the teams' contrasting recent performances.
In terms of previous meetings, the block does not provide any specific history between these two teams, but the context of each team's current form added to the intrigue of the fixture. Both teams were eager to start the season on a high note, but it was the Billikens who ultimately controlled the game.
Injury updates were not mentioned in the block, suggesting that both teams may have fielded their full rosters for this opening contest. The absence of key players can often impact a team's performance, but in this case, both teams appeared to be at full strength.
The market had priced the Billikens as heavy favorites, with a final home win probability of 1.0, indicating a strong belief in their ability to secure the victory. This confidence was reflected in their performance on the court, where they established dominance early in the game.
The conditions in Chaifetz Arena were favorable for a high-scoring affair, and the Billikens took full advantage. They executed their offensive plays effectively, leading to a series of scoring plays that showcased their skill. Notably, Amari McCottry made significant contributions with layups, while Troy Cole Jr. added a three-point jumper, further extending the lead in the second half.
As the game progressed, the Redhawks struggled to keep pace with the Billikens' scoring. Despite a few successful plays, including a jumper from BJ Ward and a layup by Dion Brown, the Redhawks were unable to mount a comeback. The final scoring plays included free throws by Ishan Sharma and additional layups by McCottry, sealing the game for Saint Louis.
In conclusion, the season opener served as a statement game for the Saint Louis Billikens, who demonstrated their offensive capabilities and set a positive tone for the season ahead. The Southeast Missouri State Redhawks, on the other hand, will need to regroup and find ways to improve their performance moving forward.
Leaders
- PointsRobbie Avila18Saint Louis Billikens
- AssistsKellen Thames3Saint Louis Billikens
- ReboundsRobbie Avila11Saint Louis Billikens
- PointsBJ Ward16Southeast Missouri State Redhawks
- AssistsBJ Ward3Southeast Missouri State Redhawks
- ReboundsLandren Blocker7Southeast Missouri State Redhawks
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Saint Louis Billikens
Last 10: 5-5Streak L174.6 scored · 72.9 allowed per game4-1 at home
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Southeast Missouri State Redhawks
Last 10: 8-2Streak L172.7 scored · 63.2 allowed per game4-1 away
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Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee State | 23-10 | - | 15-5 |
| Morehead State | 20-13 | - | 15-5 |
| Southeast Missouri State | 20-13 | 1 | 14-6 |
| UT Martin | 22-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| SIU Edwardsville | 19-13 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Lindenwood | 18-15 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Little Rock | 12-20 | 6 | 9-11 |
| Tennessee Tech | 13-18 | 6 | 8-12 |
| Eastern Illinois | 13-20 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Southern Indiana | 7-23 | 11 | 4-16 |
| Western Illinois | 5-26 | 14 | 1-19 |
| Saint Louis | 29-6 | - | 15-3 |
| VCU | 28-8 | - | 15-3 |
| Saint Joseph's | 24-12 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Dayton | 25-12 | 3 | 12-6 |
| George Mason | 23-10 | 4 | 11-7 |
| Davidson | 20-14 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Duquesne | 18-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| George Washington | 19-16 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Fordham | 17-15 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Rhode Island | 16-16 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Richmond | 15-17 | 10 | 5-13 |
| La Salle | 9-23 | 10 | 5-13 |
| St. Bonaventure | 17-17 | 11 | 4-14 |
| Loyola Chicago | 9-24 | 11 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Southeast Missouri State Redhawks | Saint Louis Billikens |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-62 | 33-67 |
| Field goal % | 35 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 5-20 | 9-29 |
| Three-point % | 25 | 31 |
| Free throws | 18-26 | 17-21 |
| Free throw % | 69 | 81 |
| Rebounds | 29 | 54 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 40 |
| Assists | 7 | 10 |
| Steals | 6 | 6 |
| Blocks | 3 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 19 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 20 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 48 |
| Fouls | 19 | 24 |
| Largest lead | 5 | 26 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half41-53Robbie Avila made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Trey Green.
- 2nd Half41-54Kellen Thames made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-55Kellen Thames made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-58Trey Green made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kellen Thames.
- 2nd Half41-60Quentin Jones made Layup.
- 2nd Half41-61Quentin Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-61BJ Ward made Layup.
- 2nd Half43-64Trey Green made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half45-64Marqueas Bell made Layup.
- 2nd Half46-64Marqueas Bell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-64Marqueas Bell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-66Kellen Thames made Layup.
- 2nd Half47-68Ishan Sharma made Layup.
- 2nd Half48-68Brendan Terry made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-68Luke Almodovar made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by BJ Ward.
- 2nd Half51-70Robbie Avila made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half52-70Luke Almodovar made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-70Luke Almodovar made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-70Luke Almodovar made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-72Amari McCottry made Layup.
- 2nd Half56-72Braxton Stacker made Layup.
- 2nd Half56-74Quentin Jones made Layup.
- 2nd Half58-74BJ Ward made Jumper.
- 2nd Half58-76Dion Brown made Layup.
- 2nd Half58-78Trey Green made Layup. Assisted by Dion Brown.
- 2nd Half58-79Trey Green made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-80Brady Dunlap made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-81Brady Dunlap made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-84Quentin Jones made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kellen Thames.
- 2nd Half59-84BJ Ward made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-84BJ Ward made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-84BJ Ward made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-86Dion Brown made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-86BJ Ward made Jumper.
- 2nd Half64-86Brendan Terry made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-87Ishan Sharma made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-88Ishan Sharma made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-90Amari McCottry made Layup.
- 2nd Half67-90Troy Cole Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by PJ Farmer.
- 2nd Half67-92Amari McCottry made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours Saint Louis Billikens, below favours Southeast Missouri State Redhawks.
Venue
- Chaifetz ArenaSt. Louis, MO
- Attendance5364
- OfficialsGrant Todey, Cody Crum, Brian Shore
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