Stanford Edges Saint Louis in Thrilling Finish
Friday, November 28, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Acrisure Arena
Stanford Cardinal 78, Saint Louis Billikens 77, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Stanford Cardinal vs Saint Louis Billikens?
Stanford Cardinal beat Saint Louis Billikens 78-77 at Acrisure Arena on November 28, 2025.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Stanford Cardinal narrowly defeated the Saint Louis Billikens with a final score of 78-77 at Acrisure Arena. This game was particularly noteworthy as both teams entered with identical records of 6-1, showcasing their strong starts to the season. The Cardinal's victory not only extended their winning streak to two games but also highlighted their resilience in a challenging environment.
Saint Louis had been on an impressive six-game winning streak prior to this loss, with their last five games showing an average of 91.4 points scored and 69.2 points allowed. Their home record remained perfect at 8-0, reflecting their dominance on their own court. The Billikens had recently defeated Santa Clara Broncos 71-70, Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons 91-60, and Grand Canyon Lopes 78-64, among others, demonstrating a potent offense that often eclipsed the 80-point mark.
On the other hand, Stanford's recent form included a mix of results, with a record of 6-4 over their last ten games and an average of 74.4 points scored against 69.8 allowed. They had just come off a victory against the Minnesota Golden Gophers, winning 72-68, which helped them bounce back from a previous loss to Seattle U Redhawks.
The matchup was also significant due to the contrasting home and away performances of both teams. While Saint Louis had not lost at home this season, Stanford struggled on the road with a record of 1-3 away from home prior to this game. This context added an extra layer of intrigue to the fixture, as the Billikens aimed to maintain their home dominance against a Cardinal team looking to prove themselves away from their home court.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide any specific details, but the overall performance of both teams suggested they were operating at full strength. The absence of key players can often influence the outcome in close games, making it a critical aspect to monitor in future matchups.
The betting odds from DraftKings indicated that Saint Louis was favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 160.5. The spread suggested a closely matched contest, which was indeed reflected in the final score. The odds for the over were -112, while the under was slightly favored at -108, indicating a balanced expectation for scoring.
Conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but typically, factors such as crowd support and arena atmosphere play a significant role in college basketball. Given that Saint Louis was playing at home, they likely enjoyed a supportive crowd, which can often provide a boost to the home team.
As the game unfolded, key moments included Quentin Jones' pivotal free throws, which helped Stanford pull ahead late in the second half. His contributions, alongside critical plays from teammates like Ryan Agarwal and Benny Gealer, were instrumental in securing the win. The back-and-forth nature of the scoring in the final minutes kept fans on the edge of their seats, illustrating the competitive spirit of both teams.
In conclusion, this matchup between Stanford and Saint Louis not only showcased the talent and potential of both teams but also set the stage for further developments in their respective seasons. The close scoreline and the intensity of the game reflect the high stakes of college basketball, where every game can significantly impact standings and momentum moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SLU -1.5 | 160.5 o -112 / u -108 | Stanford Cardinal — · Saint Louis Billikens — |
Leaders
- PointsTrey Green15Saint Louis Billikens
- AssistsAmari McCottry5Saint Louis Billikens
- ReboundsRobbie Avila8Saint Louis Billikens
- PointsChisom Okpara19Stanford Cardinal
- AssistsEbuka Okorie6Stanford Cardinal
- ReboundsAJ Rohosy9Stanford Cardinal
Recent form
Saint Louis Billikens
Last 10: 8-2Streak W685.3 scored · 72.3 allowed per game8-0 at home
- W71-70vs Santa Clara BroncosNov 28
- W91-60vs Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsNov 22
- W78-64vs Grand Canyon LopesNov 16
- W109-66vs Lindenwood LionsNov 11
- W108-86vs Chicago State CougarsNov 7
- W92-67vs Southeast Missouri State RedhawksNov 4
- L64-72at Loyola Chicago RamblersMar 14
- W83-75vs Davidson WildcatsMar 13
- W90-88vs Duquesne DukesMar 9
- L67-75at Dayton FlyersMar 5
Stanford Cardinal
Last 10: 6-4Streak W174.4 scored · 69.8 allowed per game1-3 away
- W72-68at Minnesota Golden GophersNov 28
- L69-77vs Seattle U RedhawksNov 22
- W93-66vs Louisiana Ragin' CajunsNov 19
- W77-68vs Montana State BobcatsNov 13
- W91-68vs Montana GrizzliesNov 8
- W89-79vs Portland State VikingsNov 5
- L73-75at Louisville CardinalsMar 13
- W78-73vs California Golden BearsMar 12
- L48-68at Louisville CardinalsMar 8
- L54-56at Notre Dame Fighting IrishMar 6
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke | 35-3 | - | 17-1 |
| Virginia | 30-6 | 2 | 15-3 |
| Miami | 26-9 | 4 | 13-5 |
| North Carolina | 24-9 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Clemson | 24-11 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Louisville | 24-11 | 6 | 11-7 |
| NC State | 20-14 | 7 | 10-8 |
| Florida State | 18-15 | 7 | 10-8 |
| California | 22-12 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Stanford | 20-13 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Virginia Tech | 19-13 | 9 | 8-10 |
| SMU | 20-14 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Wake Forest | 18-17 | 10 | 7-11 |
| Syracuse | 15-17 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Pittsburgh | 13-20 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Notre Dame | 13-18 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Boston College | 11-20 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Georgia Tech | 11-20 | 15 | 2-16 |
| 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 | Stanford Cardinal | Saint Louis Billikens |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-64 | 23-61 |
| Field goal % | 38 | 38 |
| Three-pointers | 13-27 | 5-20 |
| Three-point % | 48 | 25 |
| Free throws | 17-24 | 26-28 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 93 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 43 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 30 |
| Assists | 17 | 15 |
| Steals | 4 | 5 |
| Blocks | 4 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 19 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 36 |
| Fouls | 19 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 5 | 15 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half36-49Dion Brown made Layup. Assisted by Robbie Avila.
- 2nd Half38-49Chisom Okpara made Layup. Assisted by Benny Gealer.
- 2nd Half40-49AJ Rohosy made Jumper.
- 2nd Half40-51Quentin Jones made Layup. Assisted by Robbie Avila.
- 2nd Half40-53Dion Brown made Layup.
- 2nd Half42-53Aidan Cammann made Layup.
- 2nd Half44-53Chisom Okpara made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-53Chisom Okpara made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-53Chisom Okpara made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Benny Gealer.
- 2nd Half48-54Paul Otieno made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-55Quentin Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-55AJ Rohosy made Jumper. Assisted by Ryan Agarwal.
- 2nd Half52-55Chisom Okpara made Dunk. Assisted by Ebuka Okorie.
- 2nd Half54-55AJ Rohosy made Layup. Assisted by Ebuka Okorie.
- 2nd Half54-58Trey Green made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ishan Sharma.
- 2nd Half57-58Jeremy Dent-Smith made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half57-60Amari McCottry made Layup. Assisted by Trey Green.
- 2nd Half60-60Jeremy Dent-Smith made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by AJ Rohosy.
- 2nd Half60-61Robbie Avila made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-62Robbie Avila made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-62Chisom Okpara made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-62Chisom Okpara made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-62Jeremy Dent-Smith made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Oskar Giltay.
- 2nd Half65-64Dion Brown made Layup. Assisted by Quentin Jones.
- 2nd Half66-64Ebuka Okorie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-64Ebuka Okorie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-66Quentin Jones made Layup.
- 2nd Half67-67Robbie Avila made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-68Robbie Avila made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-68AJ Rohosy made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-71Ishan Sharma made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dion Brown.
- 2nd Half71-71Jeremy Dent-Smith made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ebuka Okorie.
- 2nd Half71-73Quentin Jones made Layup. Assisted by Dion Brown.
- 2nd Half71-74Quentin Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-75Quentin Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-75Ryan Agarwal made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ebuka Okorie.
- 2nd Half74-76Quentin Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-77Quentin Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-77Ebuka Okorie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-77Benny Gealer made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by AJ Rohosy.
Win probability
Above the line favours Saint Louis Billikens, below favours Stanford Cardinal.
Venue
- Acrisure ArenaPalm Springs, CA
- OfficialsShawn Lehigh, Bill Vinovich, Chance Moore
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