Mercyhurst Lakers Edge Stonehill Skyhawks in Tight Contest
Saturday, March 7, 2026, 12:00 PM ET · Mercyhurst Athletic Center
Mercyhurst Lakers 56, Stonehill Skyhawks 51, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Stonehill Skyhawks vs Mercyhurst Lakers?
Mercyhurst Lakers beat Stonehill Skyhawks 56-51 at Mercyhurst Athletic Center on March 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Stonehill Skyhawks vs Mercyhurst Lakers?
Mercyhurst Lakers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -205 (about 67% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Mercyhurst Lakers emerged victorious over the Stonehill Skyhawks with a final score of 56-51. This game, held at the Mercyhurst Athletic Center, showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, particularly as they have faced each other multiple times in recent seasons, resulting in a balanced head-to-head record of 2-2.
The Lakers entered the game with a home record of 17-16, while the Skyhawks had a record of 12-21. Mercyhurst's recent form showed a mixed performance, going 5-5 in their last ten games but riding a two-game winning streak. They averaged 76.9 points scored and allowed 73.8 during this stretch. Their last game before this matchup was a win against Fairleigh Dickinson, where they secured a 70-61 victory. Stonehill, on the other hand, had a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, with a scoring average of 67.3 points and an average of 68.0 points allowed. They were coming off a win against Le Moyne, where they triumphed 81-71.
The Lakers had a home record of 3-1 in their last four home games, while the Skyhawks managed a 2-4 record in their last six away games. This game was particularly significant as it followed a previous meeting just a week prior, where Mercyhurst had narrowly defeated Stonehill 75-72 on the road.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either team, indicating that both squads were likely at full strength for this important matchup.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Mercyhurst favored by 4.5 points, with a total set at 134.5. The home moneyline was listed at -205.0, while Stonehill's moneyline was at 170.0, reflecting the perceived strength of the Lakers at home.
Conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but the competitive atmosphere of the Mercyhurst Athletic Center likely played a role in the Lakers' performance. As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to a tense battle where free throws became crucial in the closing moments. Notable scoring plays included multiple free throws from Davante Hackett, Jake Lemelman, Chas Stinson, and Bernie Blunt III, each contributing to the final score.
Ultimately, Mercyhurst's ability to maintain composure and capitalize on free throw opportunities proved decisive, allowing them to secure the win and improve their standing in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MERC -4.5 | 134.5 o -115 / u -105 | Stonehill Skyhawks +170 · Mercyhurst Lakers -205 |
Leaders
- PointsCameron Johnson17Mercyhurst Lakers
- AssistsQadir Martin3Mercyhurst Lakers
- ReboundsQadir Martin9Mercyhurst Lakers
- PointsDavante Hackett21Stonehill Skyhawks
- AssistsHermann Koffi2Stonehill Skyhawks
- ReboundsRidvan Tutic8Stonehill Skyhawks
Recent form
Mercyhurst Lakers
Last 10: 5-5Streak W276.9 scored · 73.8 allowed per game3-1 at home
- W70-61vs Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsMar 5
- W75-72at Stonehill SkyhawksFeb 28
- L78-80at Central Connecticut Blue DevilsFeb 27
- W91-83vs Long Island University SharksFeb 21
- L80-83vs Wagner SeahawksFeb 20
- W94-79at Saint Francis Red WolvesFeb 14
- L57-58at Le Moyne DolphinsFeb 13
- L52-55at Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsFeb 7
- W98-89vs Saint Francis Red WolvesFeb 6
- L74-78at Chicago State CougarsJan 31
Stonehill Skyhawks
Last 10: 4-6Streak W167.3 scored · 68 allowed per game2-4 away
- W81-71at Le Moyne DolphinsMar 5
- L72-75vs Mercyhurst LakersFeb 28
- W103-77vs Saint Francis Red WolvesFeb 27
- W77-68vs Le Moyne DolphinsFeb 21
- L51-64at New Haven ChargersFeb 20
- L57-68vs Wagner SeahawksFeb 14
- L55-68at Chicago State CougarsFeb 13
- L54-61at Long Island University SharksFeb 7
- L58-74at Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsFeb 6
- W65-54at Le Moyne DolphinsJan 31
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Island University | 24-11 | - | 15-3 |
| Central Connecticut | 18-12 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Mercyhurst | 17-17 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Le Moyne | 15-17 | 5 | 10-8 |
| New Haven | 14-17 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Wagner | 14-17 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Stonehill | 12-21 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Fairleigh Dickinson | 11-21 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Saint Francis | 7-24 | 10 | 5-13 |
| Chicago State | 7-25 | 10 | 5-13 |
Box score
| Stat | Stonehill Skyhawks | Mercyhurst Lakers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 18-50 | 20-57 |
| Field goal % | 36 | 35 |
| Three-pointers | 2-19 | 5-18 |
| Three-point % | 11 | 28 |
| Free throws | 13-21 | 11-13 |
| Free throw % | 62 | 85 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 40 |
| Offensive rebounds | 3 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 31 | 32 |
| Assists | 4 | 11 |
| Steals | 7 | 6 |
| Blocks | 4 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 6 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 8 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 22 |
| Fouls | 17 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 90 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half19-21Raymond Espinal-Guzman makes layup (Rex Sunderland assists)
- 1st Half19-23Deshaun Jackson Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half19-25Bernie Blunt III makes 17-foot jumper (Qadir Martin assists)
- 2nd Half19-26Bernie Blunt III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half19-27Bernie Blunt III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half21-27Davante Hackett makes layup
- 2nd Half21-29Cameron Johnson makes 12-foot jumper (Qadir Martin assists)
- 2nd Half21-31Jake Lemelman makes 15-foot jumper
- 2nd Half23-31Hermann Koffi makes 6-foot jumper
- 2nd Half24-31Davante Hackett makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half25-31Davante Hackett makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half25-34Bernie Blunt III makes 26-foot three point jumper (Christian Gamble assists)
- 2nd Half27-34Davante Hackett makes layup
- 2nd Half30-34Davante Hackett makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half30-36Kaden Fuhrmann makes 5-foot jumper
- 2nd Half32-36Ridvan Tutic makes 4-foot dunk (Chas Stinson assists)
- 2nd Half32-38Cameron Johnson makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half32-40Qadir Martin makes layup (Kaden Fuhrmann assists)
- 2nd Half34-40Ridvan Tutic makes layup (Hermann Koffi assists)
- 2nd Half36-40Rex Sunderland makes layup
- 2nd Half36-43Cameron Johnson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Deshaun Jackson Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half36-45Deshaun Jackson Jr. makes layup (Bernie Blunt III assists)
- 2nd Half37-45Davante Hackett makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half38-45Davante Hackett makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-48Cameron Johnson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jake Lemelman assists)
- 2nd Half41-48Davante Hackett makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half41-50Jake Lemelman makes layup
- 2nd Half43-50Davante Hackett makes layup
- 2nd Half45-50Davante Hackett makes layup
- 2nd Half47-50Chas Stinson makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half47-51Jake Lemelman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-52Jake Lemelman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-52Davante Hackett makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-52Davante Hackett makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-53Jake Lemelman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-54Jake Lemelman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-54Chas Stinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-54Chas Stinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-55Bernie Blunt III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-56Bernie Blunt III makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Mercyhurst Lakers, below favours Stonehill Skyhawks.
Venue
- Mercyhurst Athletic CenterErie, PA
- Attendance567
- OfficialsJohn Barley, Paul Tuomey, Raymond Downs
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