NCAAB · Final

Yale Bulldogs Edge Stony Brook Seawolves in Thriller

Saturday, November 15, 2025, 1:00 PM ET · John J. Lee Amphitheater

Yale Bulldogs 86, Stony Brook Seawolves 79, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Stony Brook Seawolves vs Yale Bulldogs?

Yale Bulldogs beat Stony Brook Seawolves 86-79 at John J. Lee Amphitheater on November 15, 2025.

The Yale Bulldogs secured a narrow victory against the Stony Brook Seawolves, finishing the game with a score of 86-79 at the John J. Lee Amphitheater. This matchup showcased the Bulldogs' strong home performance, as they maintained an unbeaten record at home this season, improving to 4-0 overall. The game was particularly significant as it marked the second meeting between these two teams, with Yale having won the previous encounter convincingly 86-64 on November 20, 2024.

Yale entered the game with a solid recent form, boasting a record of 9-1 over their last ten games and riding a five-game winning streak. Their scoring average during this stretch was an impressive 82.0 points per game, while they allowed an average of 68.0 points. The Bulldogs' home record stood at 5-0, further emphasizing their dominance on their home court. In their last five games, they averaged 82.6 points scored and allowed 66.0 points, showcasing their offensive prowess.

On the other hand, Stony Brook had a mixed record of 5-4-1 in their last ten games, but they were on a three-game winning streak leading into this matchup. The Seawolves averaged 63.1 points scored and 58.9 points allowed during this stretch. However, their away record was a concerning 0-4, indicating struggles in hostile environments. Their recent form included a dominant 107-43 victory over St. Joseph's Long Island Golden Eagles, showcasing their capability to score heavily when at home.

In terms of injuries, there were no specific mentions regarding player absences for either team, allowing both squads to field their strongest lineups for this important fixture. The conditions for the game were typical for a basketball matchup, with no adverse weather factors impacting play.

The betting market favored Yale significantly, with a home win probability of 1.0, reflecting their strong home performance and recent form. The odds were attributed to the provider, indicating a clear expectation of a Bulldogs victory.

As the game unfolded, fans witnessed a competitive battle, with both teams exchanging leads multiple times. Key moments included free throws from players like Rob Brown III and Casey Simmons, which kept the game tight in the second half. Yale's ability to convert free throws down the stretch proved crucial, as they extended their lead late in the game. The final scoring plays saw Yale maintain their advantage, culminating in a hard-fought victory.

Viewers should note the effective strategies employed by both teams, particularly Yale's offensive execution and Stony Brook's defensive efforts to contain the Bulldogs' scoring. The game highlighted the contrasting styles of both teams, with Yale's high-scoring ability clashing against Stony Brook's disciplined defense. Overall, this matchup not only provided excitement but also showcased the competitive nature of college basketball.

Leaders

PointsRiley Fox21Yale Bulldogs
AssistsNick Townsend6Yale Bulldogs
ReboundsNick Townsend9Yale Bulldogs
PointsErik Pratt22Stony Brook Seawolves
AssistsCollin O'Connor4Stony Brook Seawolves
ReboundsRob Brown III4Stony Brook Seawolves

Recent form

Yale Bulldogs

Last 10: 9-1Streak W582 scored · 68 allowed per game5-0 at home

W97-60at Quinnipiac BobcatsNov 12
W97-68at Navy MidshipmenNov 8
W90-84vs Cornell Big RedMar 16
W59-57vs Princeton TigersMar 15
W70-61at Brown BearsMar 8
L69-74at Harvard CrimsonMar 1
W72-67at Dartmouth Big GreenFeb 28
W90-64vs Columbia LionsFeb 23
W92-88vs Cornell Big RedFeb 22
W84-57vs Princeton TigersFeb 16

Stony Brook Seawolves

Last 10: 5-4-1Streak W363.1 scored · 58.9 allowed per game0-4 away

W107-43vs St. Joseph's Long Island Golden EaglesNov 11
W71-60vs Maine Black BearsNov 8
W66-59vs Farmingdale State RamsNov 3
L76-80at Delaware Blue HensMar 7
W71-66vs Elon PhoenixMar 1
W59-56vs Hofstra PrideFeb 28
L49-81at Hampton PiratesFeb 24
L72-73at North Carolina A&T AggiesFeb 22
D0-0at Hampton PiratesFeb 21
L60-71at Northeastern HuskiesFeb 15

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
UNC Wilmington	27-7	-	15-3
Charleston	21-11	1	14-4
Hofstra	24-11	3	12-6
Monmouth	19-15	4	11-7
William & Mary	20-12	5	10-8
Drexel	17-16	5	10-8
Towson	19-15	6	9-9
Stony Brook	17-15	6	9-9
Campbell	16-18	7	8-10
Hampton	13-19	8	7-11
Elon	14-18	9	6-12
North Carolina A&T	11-19	11	4-14
Northeastern	7-24	13	2-16
Yale	24-7	-	11-3
Harvard	17-12	1	10-4
Pennsylvania	18-12	2	9-5
Cornell	15-13	3	8-6
Columbia	16-12	6	5-9
Dartmouth	11-16	6	5-9
Princeton	9-20	6	5-9
Brown	9-18	8	3-11

Box score

Stat	Stony Brook Seawolves	Yale Bulldogs
Field goals	27-50	24-48
Field goal %	54	50
Three-pointers	13-27	10-19
Three-point %	48	53
Free throws	12-17	28-33
Free throw %	71	85
Rebounds	21	30
Offensive rebounds	6	10
Defensive rebounds	15	20
Assists	13	16
Steals	2	3
Blocks	3	3
Turnovers	12	10
Team turnovers	3	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	11	13
Fast-break points	8	7
Points in the paint	22	26
Fouls	24	15
Largest lead	3	13

How the scoring went

2nd Half47-55Collin O'Connor made Free Throw.
2nd Half47-58Nick Townsend made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Isaac Celiscar.
2nd Half49-58Oleg Kojenets made Dunk. Assisted by Jonah Butler.
2nd Half49-61Casey Simmons made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Nick Townsend.
2nd Half52-61Tomas Valentiny made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Collin O'Connor.
2nd Half52-63Nick Townsend made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half54-63Rob Brown III made Jumper.
2nd Half54-64Isaac Celiscar made Free Throw.
2nd Half54-65Isaac Celiscar made Free Throw.
2nd Half54-66Jordan Brathwaite made Free Throw.
2nd Half54-67Jordan Brathwaite made Free Throw.
2nd Half57-67Erik Pratt made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half57-68Riley Fox made Free Throw.
2nd Half57-69Riley Fox made Free Throw.
2nd Half60-69Erik Pratt made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Richard Goods.
2nd Half60-70Riley Fox made Free Throw.
2nd Half60-71Riley Fox made Free Throw.
2nd Half62-71Tomas Valentiny made Layup.
2nd Half62-72Samson Aletan made Free Throw.
2nd Half64-72Rob Brown III made Layup.
2nd Half65-72Rob Brown III made Free Throw.
2nd Half65-74Isaac Celiscar made Layup. Assisted by Nick Townsend.
2nd Half66-74Collin O'Connor made Free Throw.
2nd Half67-74Collin O'Connor made Free Throw.
2nd Half70-74Rob Brown III made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tomas Valentiny.
2nd Half70-77Trevor Mullin made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Nick Townsend.
2nd Half70-78Trevor Mullin made Free Throw.
2nd Half70-79Trevor Mullin made Free Throw.
2nd Half72-79Collin O'Connor made Layup.
2nd Half72-80Riley Fox made Free Throw.
2nd Half72-81Riley Fox made Free Throw.
2nd Half73-81Rob Brown III made Free Throw.
2nd Half74-81Rob Brown III made Free Throw.
2nd Half74-82Casey Simmons made Free Throw.
2nd Half77-82Collin O'Connor made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half77-83Riley Fox made Free Throw.
2nd Half77-84Riley Fox made Free Throw.
2nd Half77-85Isaac Celiscar made Free Throw.
2nd Half77-86Isaac Celiscar made Free Throw.
2nd Half79-86Collin O'Connor made Layup.