St. Bonaventure Tops Buffalo in Close Contest
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 2:00 PM ET · Broadview Arena
St. Bonaventure Bonnies 77, Buffalo Bulls 69, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won St. Bonaventure Bonnies vs Buffalo Bulls?
St. Bonaventure Bonnies beat Buffalo Bulls 77-69 at Broadview Arena on December 6, 2025.
Who was favored in St. Bonaventure Bonnies vs Buffalo Bulls?
St. Bonaventure Bonnies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -265 (about 73% implied). The favorite won.
In a competitive matchup at Broadview Arena, the St. Bonaventure Bonnies secured a 77-69 victory over the Buffalo Bulls. This game showcased the Bonnies' ability to maintain their strong form, extending their winning streak to four games while improving their overall record to 10-1. The Bulls, despite the loss, remain a formidable opponent with an 8-2 record in their last ten games.
The Bonnies entered the game with an away record of 2-2, having recently demonstrated their scoring prowess with an average of 74.1 points per game while allowing 66.7 points. Their recent form included a decisive 83-43 win against the Bloomsburg Huskies just days before this matchup. St. Bonaventure's last five games had seen them average 73.0 points scored and 62.4 points allowed, indicating a solid defensive effort alongside their offensive capabilities.
On the other hand, the Buffalo Bulls boasted an impressive home record of 5-1 and had been on an eight-game winning streak prior to this contest. They averaged 76.9 points scored and allowed 72.8 points during their last ten games, with their last five games showing an even higher scoring average of 79.2 points. Buffalo's recent victories included a close win against the Canisius Golden Griffins, where they triumphed 71-53.
The previous meeting between these two teams had taken place on December 7, 2024, where Buffalo fell to St. Bonaventure with a score of 55-65. This history added an extra layer of intensity to the matchup, as the Bulls sought to avenge their earlier defeat.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either team, allowing both squads to field their best lineups for the game. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, favored St. Bonaventure with a spread of 5.5 points, indicating expectations of a closely contested game. The total points line was set at 144.5, reflecting a belief in a moderately high-scoring affair.
The game conditions were favorable for basketball, with both teams appearing ready to compete at a high level. As the game progressed, key moments included a series of free throws by Darryl Simmons II and Daniel Egbuniwe, which helped the Bonnies maintain their lead in the second half. Ryan Sabol's three-point jumper was particularly notable, extending St. Bonaventure's lead to 75-69 late in the game.
Fans watching the game would have noted the intensity and competitiveness on display, with both teams fighting hard for every point. Ultimately, St. Bonaventure's ability to execute in crucial moments secured their victory, while Buffalo will look to regroup and continue their strong season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SBU -5.5 | 144.5 o -105 / u -115 | St. Bonaventure Bonnies -265 · Buffalo Bulls +215 |
Leaders
- PointsRyan Sabol21Buffalo Bulls
- AssistsDaniel Freitag7Buffalo Bulls
- ReboundsTim Oboh5Buffalo Bulls
- PointsDaniel Egbuniwe15St. Bonaventure Bonnies
- AssistsDarryl Simmons II5St. Bonaventure Bonnies
- ReboundsFrank Mitchell13St. Bonaventure Bonnies
Recent form
Buffalo Bulls
Last 10: 8-2Streak W876.9 scored · 72.8 allowed per game5-1 at home
- W71-53at Canisius Golden GriffinsNov 29
- W73-71at Bucknell BisonNov 26
- W78-70vs VMI KeydetsNov 24
- W94-90vs Vermont CatamountsNov 18
- W80-64vs RIT TigersNov 15
- W66-53at DePaul Blue DemonsNov 12
- W83-76vs Green Bay PhoenixNov 7
- W85-79vs Southern Miss Golden EaglesNov 3
- L70-88at Akron ZipsMar 8
- L69-84vs Miami (OH) RedHawksMar 5
St. Bonaventure Bonnies
Last 10: 8-2Streak W374.1 scored · 66.7 allowed per game2-2 away
- W83-43vs Bloomsburg HuskiesDec 4
- W70-65at Florida Atlantic OwlsNov 30
- W67-58at East Carolina PiratesNov 27
- L70-85at North Carolina Tar HeelsNov 25
- W75-61vs Robert Morris ColonialsNov 20
- W84-80vs Youngstown State PenguinsNov 15
- W75-66vs Siena SaintsNov 13
- W89-70vs Canisius Golden GriffinsNov 8
- W69-63vs Bradley BravesNov 3
- L59-76at VCU RamsMar 14
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Miami (OH) | 32-2 | - | 18-0 |
| Akron | 29-6 | 1 | 17-1 |
| Kent State | 24-10 | 4 | 14-4 |
| Toledo | 19-15 | 7 | 11-7 |
| Bowling Green | 18-14 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Ohio | 15-17 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Buffalo | 17-15 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Massachusetts | 17-16 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Ball State | 12-19 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Central Michigan | 10-21 | 12 | 6-12 |
| Western Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Eastern Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Northern Illinois | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | St. Bonaventure Bonnies | Buffalo Bulls |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-60 | 27-50 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 54 |
| Three-pointers | 9-24 | 8-21 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 38 |
| Free throws | 12-14 | 7-11 |
| Free throw % | 86 | 64 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 21 |
| Offensive rebounds | 17 | 5 |
| Defensive rebounds | 19 | 16 |
| Assists | 20 | 14 |
| Steals | 13 | 6 |
| Blocks | 2 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 17 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 21 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 8 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 34 |
| Fouls | 14 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 14 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 98 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half41-38Ryan Sabol made Layup.
- 2nd Half41-40Daniel Freitag made Layup.
- 2nd Half44-40Cayden Charles made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Darryl Simmons II.
- 2nd Half44-42Daniel Freitag made Jumper.
- 2nd Half46-42Dasonte Bowen made Layup.
- 2nd Half46-44Noah Batchelor made Layup. Assisted by Ezra McKenna.
- 2nd Half47-44Darryl Simmons II made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-44Darryl Simmons II made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-44Daniel Egbuniwe made Layup. Assisted by Ilia Ermakov.
- 2nd Half52-44Ilia Ermakov made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half54-44Frank Mitchell made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half54-46Ezra McKenna made Layup. Assisted by Daniel Freitag.
- 2nd Half55-46Frank Mitchell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-47Angelo Brizzi made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-47Andrew Osasuyi made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-49Ezra McKenna made Dunk. Assisted by Angelo Brizzi.
- 2nd Half59-49Cayden Charles made Layup.
- 2nd Half59-51Noah Batchelor made Layup.
- 2nd Half61-51Cayden Charles made Jumper.
- 2nd Half63-51Ilia Ermakov made Jumper. Assisted by Darryl Simmons II.
- 2nd Half63-53Angelo Brizzi made Layup.
- 2nd Half65-53Frank Mitchell made Layup. Assisted by Daniel Egbuniwe.
- 2nd Half67-53Daniel Egbuniwe made Layup.
- 2nd Half67-55Ryan Sabol made Layup.
- 2nd Half67-56Noah Batchelor made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-59Ryan Sabol made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Daniel Freitag.
- 2nd Half67-60Angelo Brizzi made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-61Angelo Brizzi made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-61Daniel Egbuniwe made Layup. Assisted by Dasonte Bowen.
- 2nd Half69-63Tim Oboh made Dunk. Assisted by Daniel Freitag.
- 2nd Half70-63Cayden Charles made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-63Cayden Charles made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-66Ryan Sabol made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half72-66Darryl Simmons II made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-66Darryl Simmons II made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-66Daniel Egbuniwe made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-66Daniel Egbuniwe made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-69Ryan Sabol made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Daniel Freitag.
- 2nd Half76-69Frank Mitchell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-69Frank Mitchell made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Buffalo Bulls, below favours St. Bonaventure Bonnies.
Venue
- Broadview ArenaBuffalo, NY
- Attendance5616
- OfficialsDavid Walker, Geoff Vejsicky, Tim Stewart
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