Dayton Flyers Edge St. Bonaventure Bonnies in Close Contest
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · UD Arena
Dayton Flyers 72, St. Bonaventure Bonnies 70, 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 Dayton Flyers?
Dayton Flyers beat St. Bonaventure Bonnies 72-70 at UD Arena on February 3, 2026.
Who was favored in St. Bonaventure Bonnies vs Dayton Flyers?
Dayton Flyers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -360 (about 78% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Dayton Flyers narrowly defeated the St. Bonaventure Bonnies with a final score of 72-70 at UD Arena on February 4, 2026. This victory marks an important win for Dayton, who had been struggling with a four-game losing streak prior to this game.
Dayton entered the game with a home record of 15-8, but had been struggling recently, going 5-5 in their last ten games. Their recent form included an average of 70.7 points scored and 70.7 points allowed per game. The Flyers had lost their last four games, with their most recent defeat coming against the Saint Louis Billikens, where they lost 71-102 on January 31. In their last five games, Dayton averaged 72.6 points scored while allowing 76.4 points.
On the other hand, the St. Bonaventure Bonnies had a record of 13-10 and were also facing challenges, with a 3-7 record in their last ten games. They had an average of 77.5 points scored and 80.9 points allowed during this stretch. Their last game resulted in a loss against the George Mason Patriots, where they fell 73-77 on January 31. In their last five games, the Bonnies averaged 76.0 points scored and allowed 80.2 points.
In terms of home and away performance, Dayton had a home record of 3-2 in their last five home games, while St. Bonaventure had a 1-3 record in their last four away games. This matchup was particularly significant as it was a chance for Dayton to break their losing streak and gain momentum in the season.
The two teams had met previously in the 2025 season, where Dayton lost to St. Bonaventure 53-75 on January 29, 2025. This added an extra layer of intrigue to the rematch, as Dayton sought to avenge their earlier defeat.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but it is always a factor in the dynamics of a game. The absence of key players can significantly influence a team's performance, especially in close contests like this one.
The market for this game, as provided by DraftKings, had Dayton favored by 7.5 points. The total points line was set at 144.5, with the over at -102.0 and the under at -118.0. The moneyline odds indicated Dayton at -360.0 and St. Bonaventure at 285.0, reflecting the expectations of the teams' performances leading into the game.
The conditions at UD Arena were typical for a college basketball game, with a lively atmosphere that often plays a role in home-court advantage. Fans were eager to see if Dayton could turn their fortunes around and if St. Bonaventure could continue their success against the Flyers.
As the game unfolded, it was evident that both teams were determined to secure a win. The scoring plays highlighted the back-and-forth nature of the contest, with key moments including free throws from Jordan Derkack and layups from Javon Bennett that helped Dayton maintain their lead in the final moments of the game. The tension was palpable as both teams exchanged leads, but Dayton ultimately held on for the victory.
This win not only improves Dayton's standing but also provides them with a much-needed boost of confidence as they look to build on this success in their upcoming games.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | DAY -7.5 | 144.5 o -102 / u -118 | St. Bonaventure Bonnies +285 · Dayton Flyers -360 |
Leaders
- PointsJavon Bennett20Dayton Flyers
- AssistsJacob Conner3Dayton Flyers
- ReboundsJordan Derkack5Dayton Flyers
- PointsDarryl Simmons II17St. Bonaventure Bonnies
- AssistsDasonte Bowen4St. Bonaventure Bonnies
- ReboundsFrank Mitchell12St. Bonaventure Bonnies
Recent form
Dayton Flyers
Last 10: 5-5Streak L470.7 scored · 70.7 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L71-102at Saint Louis BillikensJan 31
- L76-81vs Rhode Island RamsJan 28
- L74-81at Saint Joseph's HawksJan 24
- L64-67at La Salle ExplorersJan 21
- W78-51vs Loyola Chicago RamblersJan 17
- W71-65at Duquesne DukesJan 14
- W79-72vs George Washington RevolutionariesJan 7
- W70-68at Loyola Chicago RamblersJan 3
- W63-56vs Fordham RamsDec 31
- L61-64vs Liberty FlamesDec 20
St. Bonaventure Bonnies
Last 10: 3-7Streak L177.5 scored · 80.9 allowed per game1-3 away
- L73-77vs George Mason PatriotsJan 31
- W87-79at Duquesne DukesJan 29
- L62-97vs Saint Louis BillikensJan 23
- W84-70vs Loyola Chicago RamblersJan 21
- L74-78at La Salle ExplorersJan 17
- L64-68at Saint Joseph's HawksJan 15
- L77-81vs Fordham RamsJan 10
- L80-89vs Richmond SpidersJan 8
- L82-89at VCU RamsDec 31
- W92-81vs Le Moyne DolphinsDec 20
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 |
Box score
| Stat | St. Bonaventure Bonnies | Dayton Flyers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-54 | 19-46 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 4-19 | 6-19 |
| Three-point % | 21 | 32 |
| Free throws | 14-17 | 28-33 |
| Free throw % | 82 | 85 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 27 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 19 |
| Assists | 8 | 11 |
| Steals | 5 | 8 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 26 |
| Fouls | 21 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 13 |
| Lead changes | 15 | 15 |
| Time in front | 16 | 68 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half35-47Dasonte Bowen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half36-47Dasonte Bowen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-47Frank Mitchell makes layup
- 2nd Half40-47Cayden Charles makes layup
- 2nd Half42-47Daniel Egbuniwe makes layup
- 2nd Half45-47Darryl Simmons II makes 23-foot three point jumper (Dasonte Bowen assists)
- 2nd Half48-47Daniel Egbuniwe makes 24-foot three point jumper (Dasonte Bowen assists)
- 2nd Half48-49Jordan Derkack makes layup (Malcolm Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half50-49Darryl Simmons II makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half50-52Bryce Heard makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jordan Derkack assists)
- 2nd Half52-52Frank Mitchell makes layup (Darryl Simmons II assists)
- 2nd Half52-53Javon Bennett makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-54Javon Bennett makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-54Frank Mitchell makes layup (Dasonte Bowen assists)
- 2nd Half54-55Bryce Heard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-56Bryce Heard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-56Frank Mitchell makes 6-foot jumper (Darryl Simmons II assists)
- 2nd Half56-57Amaël L'Etang makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-58Amaël L'Etang makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-58Darryl Simmons II makes 25-foot three point jumper (Dasonte Bowen assists)
- 2nd Half59-59Amaël L'Etang makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-59Frank Mitchell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-60Amaël L'Etang makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-61Amaël L'Etang makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-62Jordan Derkack makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-63Jordan Derkack makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-63Dasonte Bowen makes 15-foot jumper
- 2nd Half63-63Daniel Egbuniwe makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-63Darryl Simmons II makes 26-foot three point jumper (Cayden Charles assists)
- 2nd Half66-64Jordan Derkack makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-65Jordan Derkack makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-65Daniel Egbuniwe makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-65Daniel Egbuniwe makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-67Amaël L'Etang makes layup
- 2nd Half68-68Jordan Derkack makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-70Javon Bennett makes layup
- 2nd Half69-70Frank Mitchell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-70Frank Mitchell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-71Jordan Derkack makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-72Jordan Derkack makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Dayton Flyers, below favours St. Bonaventure Bonnies.
Venue
- UD ArenaDayton, OH
- Attendance13407
- OfficialsRoger Ayers, Tommy Morrissey, Trey Styons
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