NCAAB · Final

Massachusetts Dominates UMass Boston in Convincing Win

Monday, December 22, 2025, 12:00 PM ET · Mullins Center

Massachusetts Minutemen 91, UMass Boston Beacons 40, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won UMass Boston Beacons vs Massachusetts Minutemen?

Massachusetts Minutemen beat UMass Boston Beacons 91-40 at Mullins Center on December 22, 2025.

In a commanding display, the Massachusetts Minutemen triumphed over the UMass Boston Beacons with a final score of 91-40. This result marks a significant victory for the Minutemen, who have shown strong performances throughout the season, particularly at their home venue, the Mullins Center.

The Minutemen entered the game with a home record of 9-4 and had won four of their last five games, averaging 79.2 points while allowing 73.8 points in that stretch. However, they faced a setback in their previous match against Kent State, losing 59-69. Despite this loss, their overall form has been solid, with a recent scoring average of 78.7 points per game and a defensive average of 73.9 points allowed. Their home record stands at 4-2, indicating a strong performance on their own court.

In contrast, the UMass Boston Beacons have struggled recently, recording a 0-2 streak leading into this matchup. They averaged only 60.5 points scored and a staggering 92.5 points allowed in their last two games, which included a loss to the Minutemen just days prior, where they were defeated 52-86. The Beacons have not yet secured a win on the road this season, with an away record of 0-2, further highlighting their difficulties in competing against stronger opponents.

Historically, this matchup has favored the Minutemen, who now hold a 2-0 record against the Beacons for the current season. Their previous encounter on December 14, 2024, resulted in a decisive 86-52 victory for Massachusetts, setting the tone for this latest meeting. The Minutemen's ability to dominate both previous games speaks volumes about their current form and capability.

In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the recent performance of both teams suggests that the Minutemen were able to field a healthy roster, contributing to their overwhelming victory. The conditions during the game at the Mullins Center appeared favorable for the home team, allowing them to leverage their home-court advantage effectively.

The betting market had priced the Minutemen as heavy favorites, with a home win probability of 1.0, reflecting the anticipated outcome based on their recent performances and the Beacons' struggles. The odds, attributed to the provider, indicated a strong belief in the Minutemen's ability to secure a comfortable victory.

As the game unfolded, the Minutemen showcased their offensive prowess, with notable scoring plays throughout the second half. Key moments included a series of layups and jump shots that extended their lead significantly. Carson Meczywor's layup, Isaiah Placide's jumper, and Charles Outlaw's contributions highlighted the Minutemen's depth and versatility on the court.

Overall, this game served as an important reminder of the Minutemen's capabilities, especially at home, while the Beacons will need to reassess their strategies moving forward to improve their performance in future contests.

Leaders

PointsLeonardo Bettiol20Massachusetts Minutemen
AssistsDanny Carbuccia5Massachusetts Minutemen
ReboundsLuka Damjanac12Massachusetts Minutemen
PointsRaphel Laurent19UMass Boston Beacons
AssistsDavon Sanders5UMass Boston Beacons
ReboundsRaphel Laurent5UMass Boston Beacons

Recent form

Massachusetts Minutemen

Last 10: 7-3Streak L178.7 scored · 73.9 allowed per game4-2 at home

L59-69vs Kent State Golden FlashesDec 20
W103-95at Florida State SeminolesDec 13
W76-74at Boston College EaglesDec 11
W80-60vs UMass Lowell River HawksDec 6
W78-71vs Harvard CrimsonDec 4
W73-65at Oregon State BeaversNov 24
L75-79vs Green Bay PhoenixNov 22
L65-69at Charleston CougarsNov 21
W84-77vs Central Connecticut Blue DevilsNov 16
W94-80vs Le Moyne DolphinsNov 14

UMass Boston Beacons

Last 2: 0-2Streak L260.5 scored · 92.5 allowed per game0-2 away

L52-86at Massachusetts MinutemenDec 14
L69-99at New Hampshire WildcatsNov 7

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
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	UMass Boston Beacons	Massachusetts Minutemen
Field goals	15-57	37-76
Field goal %	26	49
Three-pointers	4-27	5-26
Three-point %	15	19
Free throws	6-10	12-19
Free throw %	60	63
Rebounds	21	66
Offensive rebounds	2	24
Defensive rebounds	19	42
Assists	8	28
Steals	9	9
Blocks	3	2
Turnovers	15	14
Team turnovers	1	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	8	16
Fast-break points	7	19
Points in the paint	20	60
Fouls	15	14
Largest lead	0	53
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	0	99

How the scoring went

1st Half14-36Raphel Laurent makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half15-36Raphel Laurent makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half17-36Carson Meczywor makes driving layup
1st Half17-38Charles Outlaw makes 2-foot dunk (Luka Damjanac assists)
1st Half19-38Clayton McLaren makes 13-foot jumper
1st Half21-38Raphel Laurent makes layup
1st Half21-39Luka Damjanac makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half21-40Charles Outlaw makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half21-41Charles Outlaw makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half21-43Leonardo Bettiol makes layup (Daniel Hankins-Sanford assists)
2nd Half23-43Raphel Laurent makes driving layup (Carson Meczywor assists)
2nd Half23-45Leonardo Bettiol makes layup (Daniel Hankins-Sanford assists)
2nd Half23-47Jayden Ndjigue makes layup
2nd Half23-49Daniel Hankins-Sanford makes layup (Leonardo Bettiol assists)
2nd Half23-51Leonardo Bettiol makes layup
2nd Half23-53Marcus Banks Jr. makes driving layup
2nd Half23-55Leonardo Bettiol makes layup (Danny Carbuccia assists)
2nd Half23-58Danny Carbuccia makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jayden Ndjigue assists)
2nd Half23-61Daniel Hankins-Sanford makes 25-foot three point jumper (Danny Carbuccia assists)
2nd Half23-62Danny Carbuccia makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half23-64Dimitri Clerc makes driving layup (K'Jei Parker assists)
2nd Half26-64Raphel Laurent makes 25-foot three point jumper (Davon Sanders assists)
2nd Half26-66Dimitri Clerc makes layup (Luka Damjanac assists)
2nd Half26-68Dimitri Clerc makes layup (K'Jei Parker assists)
2nd Half26-71Luka Damjanac makes 23-foot three point jumper (Donovan Brown assists)
2nd Half29-71Raphel Laurent makes 26-foot three point jumper (Hector Perez assists)
2nd Half29-74Dwayne Wimbley Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (K'Jei Parker assists)
2nd Half32-74Skyler Venezia makes 23-foot three point jumper (Davon Sanders assists)
2nd Half32-77Isaiah Placide makes 24-foot three point jumper (Donovan Brown assists)
2nd Half32-79Dwayne Wimbley Jr. makes driving layup (Dimitri Clerc assists)
2nd Half32-81Isaiah Placide makes 21-foot jumper (K'Jei Parker assists)
2nd Half32-83Charles Outlaw makes 3-foot dunk (Danny Carbuccia assists)
2nd Half34-83Carson Meczywor makes layup (Davon Sanders assists)
2nd Half34-85Isaiah Placide makes 20-foot jumper
2nd Half36-85Fendi Francois makes 3-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half36-87Luka Damjanac makes layup (Danny Carbuccia assists)
2nd Half36-89Charles Outlaw makes 3-foot dunk (Donovan Brown assists)
2nd Half39-89Jude Gonzalez makes 24-foot three point jumper (Hector Perez assists)
2nd Half39-91Charles Outlaw makes layup
2nd Half40-91Jude Gonzalez makes free throw 2 of 3

Win probability

Above the line favours Massachusetts Minutemen, below favours UMass Boston Beacons.